From an undefeated powerhouse to a Cinderella playoff run, four area football teams are geared up for the charged environment of state semifinal football Saturday. Check at each team's prospects in our previews at FNL.MYSUBURBANLIFE.COM.

In debating whether we should abolish capital punishment, it’s important to decide which aspect of this story dominates — the psychopath who deserves the ultimate punishment or the wrongful conviction of two men. Is it better for us to enhance public safety by eliminating society’s most serious threats or to protect civil liberties by making sure innocent people are never put to death?

Check out who made the 2009-10 first quarter honor roll at St. Leonard School in Berwyn.

Following up arguably the two most successful seasons in program history, Morton coach Tony Martinucci said he is not approaching 2009-10 as a rebuilding year, but a learning one.

To help guide you to the myriad entertainment options ready to be unwrapped this holiday season, we’ve collected a sampling of some of the best shows, festivals and activities around.

Check out police and fire reports for Berwyn.