Cocktail Delivery Now Allowed In Illinois

Gov. J.B. Pritzker signed the bill Tuesday that will allow bars and restaurants to sell cocktails as part of delivery and takeout orders.

Crystal Lake Restaurants Offering Outdoor Seating

Several Crystal Lake restaurants started offering outdoor service over the past weekend.

Crystal Lake Launches Business Transition Grant Program

The city has allocated $70,000 to help sales-tax generating businesses transition to meet the sanitation standards of reopening.

Crystal Lake Goodwill Offers Online Shopping, Curbside Pickup

You can now peruse donated items online and set up a time to pick up curbside from the Crystal Lake location.

Short Of 'Serious Miracle,' Chubby Bullfrog Will Close

Fans of the West Dundee restaurant are rallying to keep the business open, requesting Spring Hill Mall allow service in parking lot.

More Restaurants Look To Offer, Expand Outdoor Areas

Five businesses are planning to come before the Crystal Lake City Council on Wednesday to request approval for more outdoor seating.

Pier 1 In McHenry Slated For Closure Amid Company Bankruptcy

Citing coronavirus and the "uncertainty of a post-COVID world," Pier 1 Imports plans to halt retail operations.

McHenry Outdoor Theater Plans To Open This Weekend

The theater in McHenry will only allow up to 350 cars instead of its maximum of 750 cars.

Police Issue Warnings To Church Accused Of Holding Services

Police have received complaints regarding the Arising Church, 211 N. Virginia St., holding weekend services.

Manufacturers Step Up Efforts Amid Coronavirus Concerns

Crystal Lake’s manufacturers are finding new ways for their companies to help fill the gaps in desperately needed products.

Crystal Lake Coronavirus: Help For Small Businesses, Nonprofits

Crystal Lake officials will host a free webinar Thursday explaining the financial assistance available to small businesses and nonprofits.

Crystal Lake Business Events By Artful Decor Needs Your Support

Learn more about how Events By Artful Decor is faring during the coronavirus and ways you can support them during this difficult time.

Local Guide: Businesses Open, Closed During Coronavirus Outbreak

Find out which businesses in McHenry County are open or closed. If you are a business owner, share your info on Patch.

Open or Closed?: Let McHenry Co. Customers Know

We’re publishing a simple open or closed directory for businesses in McHenry Co. Here’s how to get listed.

Crystal Lake Launches Small Business Assistance Program

The Hospitality Emergency Grant Program is for bars, restaurants, and hotels and would provide assistance with payroll, rent and more.

Coronavirus In Crystal Lake: Instacart Shoppers Plan Strike

As many as 200,000 employees, including those in Crystal Lake and Cary, could walk off their jobs on Monday.

Binny’s Sets Special Hours For Elderly, Vulnerable Customers

Liquor stores remain open amid the coronavirus outbreak, and some stores are offering special hours for elderly and vulnerable customers.

Coronavirus Shutdown: Restaurants Plan To Offer Takeout, Delivery

Many restaurants across the Chicago area are planning to offer curbside pickup and delivery in the coming weeks.

Open House Held On Design For Cary Police Station, Village Hall

The open house will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. on Feb. 27.

Ramen Noodle Restaurant To Open Saturday In Cary

RamenDoBo Noodle Bar is planning a soft opening for Feb. 1.

McHenry Bed Bath & Beyond Will Close

Bed Bath & Beyond stores will close across the U.S., including three in the Chicago area.

Crystal Lake Binny's Beverage Depot Opens

Binny's Beverage Depot in Crystal Lake is now open .

Plumbers Local 130 Opens 2020 Apprenticeship Application Period

Plumbers Local 130 will be accepting applications for apprenticeships Jan. 21 through Feb. 20.

Vehicle Crashes Into Ballet School

A vehicle crashed into Judith Svalander School of Ballet in Crystal Lake earlier this week.

Teen Picked As 'Hometown Hero' By Art Van Furniture

Angela Becker, 18, of Crystal Lake, received a $1,000 gift card and commemorative plaque.

Crystal Lake Touts Manufacturing Business Growth

Companies such as Camfil, Autotrol, and Chicago Plastic Systems have recently expanded their operations in town.

Binny's To Open Soon In Crystal Lake

The Crystal Lake Binny's will open in a space formerly occupied by Barnes & Noble's bookstore.

Freddy's Frozen Custard Coming To Crystal Lake

The restaurant has five locations currently in the Chicago suburbs and will be opening in Crystal Lake in 2020.

Axe-Throwing Underway At New Crystal Lake Spot

Here's where the new axe-throwing spot recently opened.

4 Businesses Cited for Selling Alcohol to Minors

The Crystal Lake Police Department conducted alcohol compliance checks in September and October.

Area Apple Orchards Will Not Open After Tough Winter, Spring

Other orchard owners in Lake and McHenry counties are delaying opening and have less produce due to extreme weather last winter and spring.

Crystal Lake Yumz Has Closed

The frozen yogurt shop opened in 2011 and has reportedly closed its doors.

Pet Supplies Plus Opens in Crystal Lake

The new store has opened along Northwest Highway.

McHenry Co. Sees Boost in Tourism Spending in 2018

“Tourism is a critical part of our economy, helping to boost local and state tax revenue and create jobs."

Cary Family's Mustard-Ketchup Condiment Hits Store Shelves

The Somers family has landed a contract with a distribution company to sell MustKetch in some area stores.

Here's How Many Pain Pills Crystal Lake Area Pharmacies Receive

A DEA database shows where more than 70 billion painkillers were sent. Here’s how many pills Crystal Lake-area pharmacies received.

Several McHenry County Businesses Target Of Recent Scam: Sheriff

County officials have been notified of this recent scam and are warning residents. Here's what to do if you've had contact with the company.

How To Get Free Chick-fil-A In Crystal Lake, Surrounding Areas

Here's how to get free food at Chick-fil-A on Tuesday, July 9.

Here's When Crystal Lake Barnes & Noble Will Close

A store spokesperson announced the closing date on Facebook Monday.

U.S. Bank Closing Cary Branch

U.S. Bank is closing 21 branches across the Chicago suburbs, including locations in Cary and Algonquin.