Cary Committee Shares Police Station And Village Hall Project Update

On May 19, the Committee of the Whole was presented an updated design of the new Village Hall/Police Department building.

Playgrounds Open In Crystal Lake, Cary

Meanwhile, splash pads should be up and running soon and Main Beach is slated to open on July 6.

Appeals Court Rules Gliniewicz Texts Admissable At Trial

Texts between disgraced Fox Lake Police Lt. Joe Gliniewicz and Melodie Gliniewicz will be allowed at Melodie's trial.

TLC Preserves 83.5 Acres in Harvard

The Land Conservancy of McHenry County (TLC) has preserved an 83.5-acre parcel, Crowley Oaks Preserve, in Harvard.

COVID-19 Forces Woodstock Restaurant To Close Temporarily

The Public House of Woodstock will remain closed through July 9.

Crystal Lake Man Sentenced For Pushing Deputy

The 60-year-old man was sentenced to three years behind bars at the McHerny County Jail.

Man Flees, Crashes Into Police Car: Police

A 30-year-old man was arrested after he allegedly struck a responding police car in Woodstock and then fled the scene.

Crystal Lake, Cary: Will Playgrounds, Beaches Open In Phase 4?

The Crystal Lake Park District is currently working with state officials to determine how to safely open Main Beach and playgrounds.

2 Hospitalized After Stabbing Near Woodstock

The stabbing occurred in the 100 block of South Queen Anne Road in unincorporated Woodstock early Sunday.

IL Phase 4: Here's What Reopens, What's Allowed

Gov. J.B. Pritzker has updated his guidelines for Phase 4 to also allow gyms to reopen and indoor seating at restaurants with guidelines.

Kraus Senior Center Plans July Activities

"We will be adhering to five phase Restore Illinois Plan and following the safety guidelines provided by the Department of Public Health."

4 Charged With Stealing Lawnmowers In Woodstock

Police say four people broke into Blain’s Farm and Fleet in Woodstock, stealing lawnmowers and a trailer.

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."

Water Quality Consumer Confidence Report Is Now Available For Cary

"This report contains important information about the source and quality of your drinking water during 2019."

Crystal Lake South Student Wins PTA Scholarship

The $1,000 scholarship was awarded to Megan Lowe. Lowe plans to attend Illinois State University in the fall.

Fireworks Near Me: McHenry County's 4th Of July 2020

We've included a roundup of McHenry County displays that have been cancelled, including ones in Crystal Lake, Cary and Huntley.

Former McHenry Man Gets Probation For Licking Girl's Face

The 51-year-old man suffered a traumatic brain injury that impacts his impulse control, his attorney said.

Community Center Pool Preparing For Phase 4 Reopening

"Information regarding pool passes, daily fees, swim/diving lesson registration and refunds will be made available in the coming weeks."

Cause Of Cary Garage Fire Under Investigation

The fire broke out Wednesday night at a home in Cary.

Man Sentenced In Murder Of His Wife

Lorin Volberding, 74, will spend the rest of his life in prison after a McHenry County judge sentenced him to 50 years.

Crystal Lake Library Starts Curbside Pickup

The Crystal Lake Public Library began offering curbside pickup this past week.

Cary Park District Offers Reopening Update

"We want to share important updates on reopening, remaining closures, and our summer plans."

TLC Offers Free Tree and Shrub Identification Virtual Tour

The Land Conservancy of McHenry County (TLC) is providing an opportunity to learn about McHenry County’s trees and shrubs in a free video.

Man Faces Attempted Murder Charge After Gas Station Attack

Ricardo James Carreno Jr. is in custody after hitting another man with a baseball bat and stabbing him several times, police said.

Fire Officials Investigate Garage Fire

The fire broke out in a two-story garage on Oak Court Friday night.

Woman Clinging To Tree Rescued From Fox River

The woman was found in the Fox River just south of the McHenry Dam Saturday night.

No Injuries In Crystal Lake House Fire

The blaze broke out Sunday night at a home in Crystal Lake, fire officials said.

When Can Illinois Enter Phase 4?

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

Police ID Woman Killed In Motorcycle Crash

The Holiday Hills crash involved two motorcycles and a car. The woman killed in the crash has been ID'd as Victoria Miller.

Girl, 15, Dies Following Crash Near Woodstock

The one-vehicle collision happened in the 10500 block of Charles Road in unincorporated Woodstock on Monday afternoon.

Sex Offender Now Faces Child Porn Charges

Andrew J. Looman now faces additional charges of possession of child pornography and duty to register.

Driver Hits Pedestrian, Meijer Grocery Store: Police

John K. Petko, 48, is accused of fleeing the scene. He was later arrested by McHenry Police Department officers.

Crystal Lake Man Gets Prison For Child Sex Assault

A McHenry County judge also ordered Anthony Franklin to register for life as a sex offender.

Boy Killed In Crash Was Not In Car Seat: Police

Now the driver in the Woodstock collision, the boy's aunt, faces several charges.

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.

Teens Injured In Crash Near Woodstock

The one-vehicle collision happened at 2:39 p.m. Monday on Charles Road in unincorporated Woodstock.

Murder Charge Filed In Fatal Crash

A Chicago man is accused of intentionally causing a crash that killed a McHenry man last month.

Reptiles Die In Townhome Fire: Fire Officials

A fire left three townhouse units uninhabitable and numerous animals dead on Friday in Lakemoor, fire officials said.

Sex Offender Now Faces Child Porn Charges

A Crystal Lake man, who is a registered sexual predator, has been charged with possessing numerous pornographic images of children.

Ceiling Collapses During Cary Fire: Fire Officials

Three firefighters were not injured Sunday evening when the ceiling collapsed while they battled the blaze, officials said.