Walter S. Herrick Sr. Memorial Fund now Accepting Tennis Scholarship Applicants

Scholarships are for tennis lessons for children age 10 to 16.

Obama's 'Fix it First' Program Highlights Failing Bridges in U.S., Area

Find out which bridges in the Crystal Lake and Cary area are labeled as "structurally deficient."

Crystal Lake Library Hosts 8th 'Read, Write, Win' Contest

Students in grades 3 to 8 can read selected books, write their own ending and submit it to this annual contest sponsored by the library, Rotary of Crystal Lake Dawnbreakers, MCC, and District 47.

Supervisor's Husband is Write-In Candidate for Grafton Township Trustee

Two write-in candidates have thrown their names into the Grafton Township race - one is David Moore, of Huntley and husband of Supervisor Linda Moore.

What Time is State of the Union Address?

President Obama is scheduled to deliver the annual State of the Union address tonight.

Algonquin Township Election Packed with Candidates

Seven candidates vying for four trustee seats; current Algonquin Township clerk Marc Munaretto challenging Dianne Klemm for supervisor post.

Crystal Lake Warns Residents of Electricity Solicitors

City warns residents not to provide solicitors with their ComEd account numbers. Doing so could lead to solicitors switching homeowners to another electrical supplier.

Chili Open Cancelled Again Due to Ice Conditions

Ever-changing weather has prevented Crystal Lake from freezing enough to hold annual winter golf outing.

Grafton Township Election Race Packed with Candidates

Seven Grafton Township residents are running for the four trustee seats; four candidates are vying for the supervisor post.

Crystal Lake Approves Distribution of Hotel, Motel Tax Fund

The Crystal Lake City Council on Tuesday approved hotel/ motel tax funds to be distributed to local organizations.

Crystal Lake: Thursday Recycling Pickup Delayed Due to Storm

City of Crystal Lake issues notice that recycling pickup operations were suspended early Thursday due to the winter weather.

City Council Rejects Proposal to Make Grant Two-Way Street

The city council voted on the proposal during a meeting Tuesday.

Three Oaks Sledding Hill Open for Fun

With the arrival of snow, the sledding hill at Three Oaks Recreation Area is officially open.

Crystal Lake Honors Local Businesses Celebrating Anniversaries

Crystal Lake City Mayor Aaron Shepley recognized local businesses celebrating anniversaries in the community.

Crystal Lake Removes Decorative Street Lights as Precaution

Contractors hired by Crystal Lake on Wednesday removed some decorative light fixtures on Route 14 as a precaution

Coleman's in Cary Gets OK to Continue Live Entertainment

The Cary Village Board voted Tuesday to remove a provision from the bar's conditional use permit.

Postal Service Announces Saturday Delivery to End

The U.S. Postal Service announced it will end Saturday mail delivery by Aug. 1. Speak out: How will this affect you?

Clay Jenkinson Performs 'Rushmore Speaks' to Benefit Crystal Lake Library, Raue Center

Nationally known historical interpreter Clay Jenkinson will introduce new show, "Rushmore Speaks."

Powerball Soars to $208 Million for Wednesday Drawing

Powerball jackpot has rolled over without any winners.

Crystal Lake City Council to Allocate Hotel, Motel Tax Funds

Ten local organizations have applied to receive funds.

Election 2013: Two Seeking Role of Cary Mayor, Three Running for Trustee

Two candidates are running for mayor of Cary.

Powerball Rolls Over, Jackpot Rises to $176 Million

Next drawing is today, Saturday, Feb. 2.

New Whooping Cough Vaccine Requirements Approved for 2013-14 School Year

The Illinois State Board of Health recently approved the new requirements. So far this year, 30 cases of whooping cough have been reported in McHenry County while 299 cases were reported in 2012.

Cary District 26 Continues Effort to Sell Maplewood School

After considering several options, Cary District 26 will stick with its original plan of marketing the vacant Maplewood School, the Northwest Herald reports.

Newt Gingrich to Headline Sheriff Candidate Bill Prim's Fundraiser

Former Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives and his wife will headline a fundraiser dinner for Prim in Woodstock on Feb. 18.

Cameras Continue Creeping Into County Courthouses

The DeKalb, Lake County and Kendall County courthouses have been cleared for cameras.

5 Candidates Competing for 3 Crystal Lake City Council Seats

Candidates include three incumbents and two newcomers.

Crystal Lake Park Board Election: Only 3 Candidates Running for 5 Open Seats

The Crystal Lake Park District has only three candidates running for the five board positions up for re-election in April.

LITH Preps for Possible Passage of Medical Marijuana Bill

The Illinois General Assembly is currently considering the Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Pilot Program Act.

Backyard Hens Approved in Palatine

The Palatine Village Council voted 4-2 in favor of allowing petitioner Steven Brosio to house six hens in a chicken coop on his 1.8 acres of property.

Chicago Wolves Hockey Player Visits Crystal Lake Library Tonight

Defenseman Mark Matheson will appear at the library as part of the Wolves "Read to Succeed" program.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day: What's Opened, What's Closed, What's Happening

Find out what is open and closed in your town on Monday, Jan. 21, 2013.

County Board Rejects Referendum Asking Voters to Choose Chairman

The McHenry County Board held a special meeting Friday and voted against a proposed referendum that would have asked constituents if they want to elect the County Board Chairman, the Northwest Herald reports.

President Barack Obama Unveils Sweeping Gun Control Reform Proposals

Obama unveiled a number of recommendations based off work done by a task force, and also issued 23 executive actions that don't require congressional approval.

Crystal Lake Hosts Centennial Logo Contest

Logo will be used to promote the city's centennial celebrations planned from Sept. 23, 2013, to Sept. 23, 2014.

4th Annual Park Place Bridal Fair Set for Sunday

Fair features vendors catering to brides and grooms.

Chili Open Re-Scheduled; Ice Fishing Derby Cancelled

Drought, low lake water and lack of ice provide challenges for annual outdoor events.

State Rep. McSweeney Opens Office in Cary

New office is located on Main Street.

Algonquin Man Sentenced for Growing 316 Marijuana Plants in Forest Preserve

Marcelino Villa-Rodriguez will be sentenced to probation and to pay $7,500 in restitution.

Crystal Lake's New Police Chief Sworn into Office

James R. Black on Tuesday night, Jan. 15, was sworn in as the city's top cop by Mayor Aaron Shepley.