Fire Destroys Home, Displaces 3 Residents

The blaze occurred in the 10600 block of Kathleen Avenue in Huntley.

3 Girls Beaten Near Randall Pedestrian Tunnel: Police

The altercation involving 15 to 20 boys happened on Valentine’s Day.

Man Accused Of Sexually Abusing 2 Children

The 35-year-old man faces several sex assault charges in McHenry County.

38,000 Child Sex Abuse Images Found During Investigation Into Huntley Man: Prosecutors

A Huntley man now faces seventeen counts of child sexual abuse material. He is accused of distributing the videos and photos to others.

Man Sentenced To Prison In Fatal DUI Crash In Lake In The Hills

The collision in 2024 claimed the life of a 76-year-old Chicago man.

Best NW Suburban Restaurant For Valentine's Day: Poll

Weigh in, Crystal Lake and Cary-area readers, on the best restaurants for date night ahead of Valentine's Day.

Work, Learn & Play: A Guide To Everyday Connectivity

Fast, reliable internet and a few smart habits can make working, learning, gaming and unwinding from home feel a whole lot easier.

Coroner IDs Man, 52, Found Dead In Creek

It appears the Elgin man drowned in the West Dundee creek, officials said.

Man Found Dead In Creek, Authorities Investigate Death: Police

The body was found in the Jelkes Creek near South 8th Street and Boncosky Road in West Dundee, police said.

Poll: What's The Most Romantic Restaurant In Algonquin, Lake In The Hills?

Weigh in, Algonquin and Lake in the Hills-area residents, on the best restaurants for date night ahead of Valentine's Day.

Here's What Cedar, The Suburbs' Newest Groundhog, Has To Say About An Early Spring

The Randall Oaks Zoo in West Dundee hosted its first-ever prognostication with Cedar on Monday morning.

Twin Babies Born In Ambulance On The Way To Hospital

Nunda Township Fire District crews assisted in the delivery of the healthy twin babies born in the moving ambulance early Tuesday.

New Housing Community Proposed Off Randall Road

Atlanta‑based Pulte Homes is proposing a development called Huntington Villas​, which is made up of 19 duplex lots.

5 Stories You May Have Missed This Month: Most-Read In Algonquin, Lake In The Hills

Here is a look at the most-read stories of January 2026 for Algonquin-Lake in the Hills Patch.

Find the Dress of Your Dreams at a Price You’ll Love

SVdP Chicago Thrift Stores Offer Affordable, One-of-a-Kind Wedding Gowns

New Sky Zone Opens In Algonquin

The 35,000-square-foot new Sky Zone is located in the former Room Place at 2471 Randall Road.

Algonquin-Area Closures: What's Closing Due To Extreme Cold Friday?

An extreme cold warning has been issued for the Chicago area for Friday morning.

Village Gets $600K Grant For Park Improvements

The grant is part of a $36 million statewide funding round administered by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources.

Arson Charge Filed Following Apartment Fire That Displaced 24 Families

An Indiana man faces charges for allegations he started the November fire at the apartment in Carpentersville.

Man Gets Prison Time For Strangling Woman In Lake In The Hills Home: Prosecutors

The 31-year-old Lake in the Hills man has been sentenced to three years in prison.

LITH Police Issue Dozens Of Tickets During Traffic Safety Detail

The holiday traffic details ran December 12 through January 5.

Police Station Planned For Former Mall Site

Plans are moving forward for the former Spring Hill mall site.

New Festival Planned For 2026 In Algonquin

Founders Days is out and Algonquin Fest is in. Community leaders announced the new festival will kick off at the end of July.

Teen Charged After Crashing Car Into House, Injuring 2: Police

The incident happened Friday night at a home near Boyer Road and Eineke Boulevard in Algonquin.

Algonquin Village Board President Sounds Off On New Year Goals

As we look ahead to 2026, village board president Debby Sosine says she has high hopes for the New Year.

Coroner IDs Woman, 60, Killed In Crash In Harvard

The single-vehicle crash happened shortly before 6 a.m. Monday in Harvard.

5 Hospitalized Following McHenry County Crash: Authorities

The collision happened on Route 23 in unincorporated Marengo on Sunday morning, fire officials said.

Semi Car Haulers, Several Vehicles Start On Fire: Fire Officials

The blaze happened Friday in East Dundee.

Man, 72, Jailed On Possession Of Child Porn Charges In McHenry County: Prosecutors

A Mchenry County judge has ordered that James R. Gibbons remain behind bars as court hearings move forward in his case.

Randall Road Intersection Reopens For Holiday Roadwork Break

Local drivers will be happy to know the intersection of Miller Road at Randall Road will reopen Friday.

Worker Sustains Serious Burn Injuries In Fire At McHenry County Plant

The blaze broke out Monday morning at the plant, fire officials said.

No Arrests, Charges After Boy Shot Over The Weekend: Police

Police interviewed several juveniles who were in the area at the time of the shooting Saturday evening, police said.

1 Injured When Ice Chunk, Snow Falls From Semi, Hits Truck: Authorities

The collision happened on Friday afternoon near Marengo, authorities said.

Community Steps Up To Support 23 Families Displaced By Fire

The blaze broke out at Meadowdale Apartments in Carpentersville during the early morning hours of Saturday.

Authorities Issue Warning After Snow Blower Incident Leaves Man With Injuries

A man suffered deep lacerations to multiple fingers after attempting to clear a clog in a snow blower in McHenry County Saturday afternoon.

500 Pounds Of Pet Food Donated To Pantry In Effort To Keep Pets With Families Who Are Struggling Financially

The Animal Humane Advocacy in McHenry County spearheaded the effort.

Society of St. Vincent de Paul Announces $2,000 Giving Tuesday Match

Give Hope a Home. Because Everyone Deserves One.

Algonquin Resident Thankful For Local Conservation Groups Growing Community Impact

Cindy Germata shares why the Algonquin Garden Club and Friends of Dundee Natural Areas mean so much to her.

Sky Zone Opens First McHenry County Location

The 35,000-square-footSky Zone​ has opened at 2471 Randall Road in Algonquin.

1 Seriously Injured In Weekend Collision Near Huntley

The crash happened early Sunday on Seeman Road near Church Road. The driver was taken by helicopter to the hospital.