A roundup of top local stories for the far northern suburbs, statewide good news and business news and a look at the weather.
MORNING BRIEFING: A look at top news stories, cold weather and fun weekend events for the far northern Chicago suburbs.
Plus, roads reopen as Fox River recedes | Top school official placed on leave amid backlash over teacher grooming accusations | Gas prices
Here is a look at events happening this weekend around the far northern Illinois suburbs.
Also, a popular Lake County distillery may be moving | Human skull, bones found at forest preserve | New summer fest is coming.
Tickets on sale now at Eventbrite
all residences in the 60012 and 60014 zip codes will receive a guide in the mail May 8-11
MORNING BRIEFING: A roundup of top news stories, today's weather and the latest on flooding.
Cause of death released for 'Home Alone' home owner | Schools on lockdown after park shooting | Person stealing goose eggs sought by cops.
Check out the summer camp guide for day camps for every interest
Registration opens May 5 and print guide to be delivered to all residents in 60012 and 60014 zip codes later that same week
Key updates from across the far northern suburbs, with developing stories to watch throughout the day.
Relative finds man dead after fire | Police investigate antisemitic incidents at park | Staff member critically injured at high school.
Free fun for all ages, Th-Sat, April 23-25
A nearly $7 million overhaul will mean new amenities, gathering spaces and improved access for the downtown Crystal Lake park.
Learn more about jewelry making and design a piece of jewelry to bring home
proceeds benefit the Crystal Lake Park District Environmental Committee Efforts
More than 90 coffeehouses have been updated across Chicagoland as nearly 200 stores are set for a redesign by September.
Celebrating 40+ Years with the Crystal Lake Park District
Volunteers of all ages are invited to help remove debris from local parks from April 24 to 26.
Former standout wrestler beaten to death | IL college makes "new Ivies" list | Sex offender accused of living close to school.
Sons and their dates can enjoy fossil digs, dino dances, interactive games and a live reptile show during this one-night event on April 17.
FREE, Drop-In Event at Colonel Palmer House on Th, Apr 23-Sat, Apr 25
Garden is located at Hill Farm Park on Barlina Rd, Crystal Lake
all new equipment in 2026
Puzzle Palooza on April 26 is almost sold out!
Facility includes 2-18 hole miniature golf courses and a driving range
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The bird was found injured and underweight, but after weeks of care by the McHenry County Conservation District, it has released from care.
An unresponsive driver was pulled from a submerged car | The Great Big Game Show will open a 2nd location in Schaumburg | Fire victim ID'd.
Nonprofits, businesses and community groups are invited to a meeting to help Kane County prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters
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A "winter kill" event has left hundreds of fish dead at Glacial Park pond near Ringwood.
School districts sue suburban village | Arrest made in crash that killed elderly pedestrian | 1 airlifted in I-90 crash with semi.
Man accused in animal cruelty cases | Drunk man beats mom and family dog | AbbVie to add 300 jobs | 3 girls beaten near pedestrian tunnel.
The winning ticket for the Saturday drawing was sold at Chemung Country Store in Harvard.
New plan addresses housing crisis, affordability | When will spring weather be here for good? | Residents rescued in home invasion standoff.
Here is a roundup of top stories from recent days in the northern Chicago suburbs.
He retires on April 17, 2026 after 16 years with the Crystal Lake Park District
A roundup of news from the past couple days in the Northern Illinois suburbs.
Center for Independence through Conductive Education offers an intensive motor training therapy for children with physical disabilities.
Center for Independence through Conductive Education offers motor therapy for children with physical disabilities in the northwest suburbs.