McHenry Clinic Offering Orthopedic Care, Sports Medicine Opens

The OrthoIllinois clinic opened its second McHenry County clinic last week with the McHenry location. A clinic in Algonquin opened in 2018.

First Mosquito Batch To Test Positive For West Nile Discovered

McHenry County Health officials say the batch, located in Wonder Lake, is the first this summer. A robin also recently tested positive.

Wrong-Way Driver Killed In 5-Vehicle Accident, 3 Hospitalized

The driver of a vehicle traveling west in the eastbound land of Rakow Road was pronounced dead at the scene. Police are still investigating.

County Health Department Reports Rabid Bat In Lakewood Home

No human exposure was reported.

COVID-19 Outbreak Identified At Texas Roadhouse In Crystal Lake

Anyone who visited the restaurant between July 19 and Aug. 4 may have been exposed to the virus, health officials said.

Robin Tests Positive For West Nile Virus

The McHenry County Department of Health reports the robin is the first bird to test positive for the virus in McHenry County this year.

Bird Tests Positive For West Nile Virus In McHenry County

All other bird samples have been negative.

Demonstrator Tests Positive For Covid-19; Safety Encouraged During Holiday Weekend

A person with an asymptomatic case of COVID-19 was present at a McHenry County protest June 27.

Protester Tests Positive For COVID-19

The person attended a protest in McHenry on June 27.

McHenry County Health Department: 'Keep Children's Immunizations Up To Date'

"We strongly encourage families to keep their children on the recommend immunization schedule, which includes the school requirements."

When Can Illinois Enter Phase 4?

Find out the earliest all regions can move into Phase 4, according to state officials.

72% Of McHenry Co. COVID Deaths Are In Nursing Homes: IDPH

As of Friday, 60 of the 83 residents who have died from the new coronavirus live in long-term care facilities in McHenry County.

COVID-19 Has Killed 55 Nursing Home Residents In McHenry Co.

There have been 313 confirmed coronavirus cases reported in long-term care facilities in McHenry County.

2020 Lakeside Festival Postponed: Board Of Directors

Here's when the 41st Annual Lakeside Festival is being postponed until, according to a May 19 news release.

Public Dining, No PPE: McHenry Mayor Loosens Lockdown Rules

McHenry's restaurant-goers now have access to outdoor dining and picnic tables — no masks required.

50% Of COVID-19 Deaths Are In Nursing Homes In McHenry Co.

In McHenry County, at least 40 percent of all coronavirus cases are in long-term care facilities.

McHenry County Health Department Long-Term Care Facilities & Reporting Of Confirmed Cases

The McHenry County Department of Health is concerned about the confusion this may be causing families of residents in these facilities.

Derick Dermatology Offers Antibody Testing

The local dermatologist has 12 locations in the Chicago suburbs

MCDH 'Concerned' About State's Long-Term Care Case Reporting

In a news release, MCDH said it's concerned about the confusion long-term care facility case numbers listed on the IDPH website may cause.

13 Coronavirus Cases At McHenry Co. Nursing Homes

The Illinois Department of Public Health has released information regarding the number of confirmed cases and deaths at nursing homes.

MCDH: Court Orders COVID-19 Patient Names Released To Police

The McHenry County Department of Health provides a statement after a court granted a temporary order to allow patient names to be released.

McHenry Co. Health: Study Shows Importance Of Social Distancing

The McHenry County Department of Health is reminding families to avoid gathering in large groups.

McHenry Co. Health Launches COVID-19 Resource Guide

This tool will provide guidance on seeking medical care along with recommendations on staying safe during this time.

County-By-County Look At Coronavirus Cases: UPDATE

The Chicago area has seen a spike in COVID-19 cases in the past week. Find out how many cases are in your county.

Hand Sanitizer To Be Produced At True Value Plant in Cary

The paint manufacturing plant will ramp up production of hand sanitizer and cleaning products.

Coronavirus Reported At Long-Term Facility In McHenry County

The McHenry County Department of Health is working with the facility to slow the spread of COVID-19 at the facility.

McHenry Co. Coronavirus: Virus Considered Widespread

McHenry County Department of Health officials say residents should consider the virus "widespread" and limit outings, avoid gatherings.

Best-Case Scenario: August Peak For Virus In McHenry County

If everyone in McHenry County adheres to social distancing, coronavirus may not peak until late summer, according to a recent analysis.

Crystal Lake Man With Coronavirus Dies: Health Officials

The cause of death for the man, who was in his 70s, is still being determined.

Coronavirus In IL: 12 Cases In McHenry County

The update comes just days after McHenry County health officials said anyone who has cold symptoms should assume they have the coronavirus.

McHenry Co. Health Dept. Offers Guidance For Coronavirus

Anyone who has cold symptoms should assume they have COVID-19, health officials said Monday.

Coronavirus In IL: State Of Emergency Declared In McHenry County

The declaration by Chairman Jack Franks comes less than 24 hours after the MCDH confirmed a teen resident tested positive for coronavirus.

Precautionary Boil Order Issued For Parts Of Cary

On Monday evening, village officials said there was a significant water main break near True Value Manufacturing.

Increase In McHenry County Hospital ICU Visits For Flu

From Jan. 5 through Jan. 11, 2019, 2 percent​​ of hospital emergency room visits were for flu-like illness in McHenry County.

Cary Park District To Build Outdoor Aquatic Facility

The Park District’s current outdoor pool located at the Community Center is over 40 years old.

WS Fitness and Yoga Classes at the Crystal Lake Park District

Featuring a Punch Pass Option

Dog Found Playing With Rabid Bat in McHenry Home: Health Officals

The McHenry County Health Department is reminding pet owners to keep their pets up to date on vaccines following the incident.

Participate in Fall Fitness & Yoga Using the Punch Pass Option

with the Crystal Lake Park District

MCDH Offers Wellness Screenings And Diabetes Self-Management Classes

McHenry County Department of Health (MCDH) is conducting low-cost wellness screenings open to all McHenry County residents.

6 McHenry Co. Jail Inmates Contract Mumps: Health Officials

The inmates have been isolated from the general jail population as health officials investigate the outbreak.