A man jumped into the Fox River in McHenry over the weekend to help get another man out.
Trout Valley is among 24 communities in northern Illinois that will receive a $2,500 grant to help improve a community lights display.
Whether you plan to carve a jack-o’-lantern or just add some festive flair to your stoop, there are plenty of places to pick up a pumpkin.
Starting this season, Mack Manor -- for the first time since 2009 -- will offer its Halloween or Christmas drive-thru, but not both.
The Halloween Experience Trolley Tour will debut to the public on Friday, Sept. 20, with tours offered through Nov. 3.
Tickets are now on sale for Jack O'Lantern World in Lake Zurich.
Patch has compiled a list of some of the best apple orchards and family-friendly fall attractions in and around Crystal Lake and Cary.
We've got a full roundup of fireworks and Fourth of July festivities happening this weekend and in coming weeks.
Sunday, July 7 at Crystal Lake Main Beach
We've got a full roundup of fireworks and Fourth of July festivities for the coming days weeks.
Here's what you need to know if you go! The festival runs July 4 through 7 in Crystal Lake.
We've got a full roundup of fireworks and Fourth of July festivities, which get underway Friday and continue through mid-July.
Find out where to go for the best July 4th fireworks, parades and more in the Algonquin and Lake in the Hills area.
Find out where to go for the best July 4th fireworks, parades and more in the Crystal Lake and Cary area.
We've got a roundup of summer events happening in and around the Crystal Lake and Cary area this weekend.
The annual holiday, which falls on Sunday this year, is more popular in the United States than it is in Mexico.
The event will run from 1 to 2 p.m. on May 17 at the Pingree Grove Forest Preserve at 14N187 Route 20 in Pingree Grove.
The final candlelight hike of the season will be held at Prairieview Education Center in Crystal Lake.
Willie's annual prognostication is in. Did the lovable rodent see his shadow Friday morning in Woodstock Square?
WGN meteorologist Tom Skilling will be at this year's festival in Woodstock. Woodstock Willie's prognostication will be at 7 a.m. Friday.
You can also cross-country ski on the two trails in Woodstock and Cary.
2nd Annual Crystal Lake Park District Galentine's Day Brunch at Grand Oaks
Theodore Barnes was born on Monday morning at Northwestern Hospital in Huntley.
Ted Ray's beloved station wagon has been spotted with a Christmas tree — roots and all — on top, driving around the Chicago area.
Depot Park becomes "Peppermint Park" during the holiday season, with lights and decorated Christmas trees on display.
Toys for Tots in McHenry County and the Salvation Army are both looking to the public to donate more toys in the next week.
Santa will be riding on fire trucks down various streets in the towns.
Holiday gift giving is made easy with the purchase of a Crystal Lake Park District Gift Card
The organization is looking for more toy donations for children ages 8 to 12 years old.
The Jolly Elf will visit Mercyhealth Hospital and Physician Clinic December 13 and children can take a photo with Santa and receive a gift.
Nov 29-Dec 2, 4:30-7:30 pm, FREE, just drop in
December 16 & 17 at Colonel Palmer House
There will be plenty of holiday events in the coming weeks, including opportunities to meet with Santa.
The holiday walk will kick off Friday evening and continue through Sunday.
Santa's Village in West Dundee will flip the switch on for its holiday lights display on Nov. 24.
The holiday season is upon us. Be sure to mark your calendars for your favorite Crystal Lake and Cary-area events.
Halloween is fast approaching. We've got a round up of trick-or-treat hours and local events worth checking out.
Find out where you can get yourself a pumpkin this fall.
Fall fun is in full swing in and around Chicagoland. We've got a roundup of our favorite stops for apple picking in the area.