🌱 How a Cary traffic stop led to a devastating Crystal Lake crash
Cary, Illinois Patch AM: a 4 min readHi Cary! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- How a Cary traffic stop led to a devastating Crystal Lake crash
- Meet the Cary resident fueling firefighters at McHenry County emergencies
Also on today's calendar: The Frank Rider Collection and 8 more events.
Today's riddle: Why are frogs poor conversationists? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Saturday: An a.m. shower; partly sunny, with a high of 82 and low of 60 degrees.
- Sunday: Increasingly windy, temps: high: 84, low: 67.
- Monday: Windy, humid; a p.m. t-storm, with a high of 78 and low of 68 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Elgin man who caused 4-vehicle crash in Crystal Lake while fleeing Cary police pleads guilty (dailyherald.com) — A police pursuit that began with a Cary traffic stop along Route 14 ended minutes later in a serious four-vehicle crash in Crystal Lake, and the driver has now been sentenced to prison. Prosecutors say he fled Cary police at high speed before the collision, which badly injured another motorist. The injured driver is also suing both the motorist and the city of Cary’s police department. 
• 2 retired firefighters are the heart and soul of Salvation Army emergency canteen (shawlocal.com) — A longtime Cary resident is one of two retired firefighters who keep Salvation Army’s emergency canteen rolling to fire scenes across McHenry County, including nearby departments. They provide coffee, snacks, and cooling support to first responders in all kinds of weather. Their work quietly supports local fire crews that many Cary residents rely on.
📸 Around Cary
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Upcoming Events in
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★ Featured events ★
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The Frank Rider Collection →
Donley Auctions, 8512 S Union Rd, Union
10:00 am -
Spring Classic Auction Part 1 - Day 3 →
Donley Auctions, 8512 S Union Rd, Union
10:00 am
Saturday May 16
Sunday May 17
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Other local events
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Restoration Day - Hickory Grove - Cary, IL 2026 →
Hickory Grove Riverfront Conservation Area, 500 Hickory Nut Grove Ln, Cary
10:00 am -
Police Commission Meeting - CANCELED →
Cary, IL Calendar, Cary Municipal Center 755 Georgetown Drive, Cary
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Village Board Meeting - 6:00 PM →
Cary, IL Calendar, Cary Municipal Center 755 Georgetown Drive, Cary
6:00 pm -
Committee of the Whole Meeting - Immediately Follows Village Board →
Cary, IL Calendar, Cary Municipal Center 755 Georgetown Drive, Cary
6:00 pm -
Miss Cary-Grove Business Leadership Pageant 2026 →
Cary-Grove High School, Northwest Suburbs, Cary
6:30 pm -
Restoration Day - Oakwood Hills Fen - Cary, IL 2026 →
Silver Creek Conservation Area, 1009 Rawson Bridge Rd, Cary
3:00 pm -
Sunburst Swim School Open House →
Parking, 1201 1st St, Cary
11:30 am -
Pay to Play Bingo →
255 Briargate Rd, Cary
5:30 pm -
Spring Classic Auction Part 2 - The Best Of The Best →
Donley Auctions, 8512 S Union Rd, Union
6:00 pm
Sunday May 17
Monday May 18
Tuesday May 19
Wednesday May 20
Thursday May 21
Sunday May 24
Friday May 29
📣 Cary Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Historic Commission Workshop →
Historic Village Hall
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Document Shredding Event
Public Works Facility
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Vendor Market at Breaking Bread — Purrfect Cat Rescue →
Breaking Bread - Crystal Lake, 70 E Woodstock St, Crystal Lake
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CWA Free Trishaw ride-Main Beach →
Crystal Lake Main Beach, 300 Lakeshore Dr, Crystal Lake
9:00 am
Saturday May 16
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Burger King posted a job opening for Team Member in Cary. Apply here.
- Five Guys posted a job opening for Assistant Manager - 0579 in Crystal Lake. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Cary here.
🗞 Nearby News
Crystal Lake
- Online Predator Messaged More Than 100 Children On SnapChat: Prosecutors (patch.com)
- 'Big Smile, Adorable Little Giggle': Family Remembers Infant Found Unresponsive At Daycare (patch.com)
- More Recess, Better Learning?: Pediatricians Push for More Playtime in Schools (patch.com)
Algonquin
- Parent Sues District 300 Over Student Gender Transition Policies (patch.com)
- Online Predator Messaged More Than 100 Children On SnapChat: Prosecutors (patch.com)
- Coroner IDs Mom Killed In Fiery Crash Near Huntley (patch.com)
McHenry
- McHenry County saw lowest price for midgrade gas at $4.89 in week ending May 9 (mchenrytimes.com)
Ok Cary! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: They jump to conclusions. (Thank you Rita S. for sending it in!)
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