Summer Tennis Lessons with the Crystal Lake Park District

Lessons for ages 5 & up

Swim Lessons with the Crystal Lake Park District Swim School

first session begins June 17

7-Eleven Celebrates Grand Opening of Crystal Lake Store

FREE Slurpee® Drinks and More

Single Family Homes For Sale in Cary, Illinois - May 2019

There are currently 167 single family homes for sale in Cary

1 Business Cited in Tobacco Compliance Checks

The Crystal Lake Police Department hosted the compliance checks.

Registration is Open for MCCD Activities

Mark your calendar for upcoming fun events through your local conservation district.

5 Kids Hospitalized After School Bus Crash

A school bus driver has been cited following the crash in McHenry.

District 26 Appoints New School Board Member

Melinda Hartman will replace Len Kazmer who resigned from his position in April.

When Do Crystal Lake-Area Farmers Markets Open?

Some farmers markets have already opened for the summer season and others will open soon.

Weber: Blank Check Not the Answer to IL Spending Problems

State Representative Tom Weber joined fellow freshman House legislators at a press conference at the Illinois State Capitol.

16 Years For Man Who Smuggled 320 Pounds of Pot Through Airport

The 51-year-old Sycamore man tried to smuggle the marijuana through a McHenry County airport.

Police Close Portion of Route 176

ComEd has been called to the area and the roadway should be closed for an hour.

AJ's Extended, Foster Families Thank Community, Volunteers

The families thanked the "good people" of Crystal Lake and nearby communities for their " kindnesses, prayers and overwhelming support."

Local Students Win Awards in Precision Machining Competition

Students were encouraged to pursue hi-tech manufacturing careers at the 28th annual competition.

Conservation District Announces First Fridays’ Lineup

The McHenry County Conservation District will open its summer concert series on June 7.

200 Expected at McHenry County Hooked on Fishing Programs

The McHenry County Conservation District will host its hooked on fishing events on June 1 in Cary and June 9 in Harvard.

D155 Reaches Contract Agreement With Support Staff

D155 support personnel will receive average annual increases of 3.9 percent in salaries and benefits.

D47 Approves New Principal for Bernotas Middle School

Kellie Marks, an assistant principal at Bernotas since 2016, has been picked as the new principal.

Richmond Shooting Victim Died Of Gunshot Wound In Face: Coroner

John Maki Jr., 47,​ of Spring Grove, is charged​ with first-degree murder in the death of Dylan E. Sanchez, the coroner's office said.

Lundahl Student Wins Meemic Foundation Art Contest

A local eighth grader won the Masterpieces Art Contest sponsored by the Foundation.

Man Sentenced to Prison for 3rd DUI

Ben Smart was charged in April 2018 for his third drunken driving offense after a traffic stop in McHenry County.

Crystal Lake Coach On Leave Due To ‘Inappropriate Communication’

Authorities said Crystal Lake South teacher and head girls soccer coach Jay Mueller is on paid administrative leave but haven't said why.

Volo Auto Museum Will Have Bus Tours This Summer

The museum will launch an all-new 1950s-era, auto-design-inspired boats exhibit this summer.

Sleeping Woman Pinned Under Truck After Crash Into Home: Cops

The collision happened early Sunday in unincorporated Spring Grove. A 71-year-old woman was extricated and taken to hospital, police said.

Volo Chemical Spill Poses ‘No Threat’ to Community: Authorities

About 200 gallons of liquid fertilizer spilled from a truck, authorities said.

Schedule Set for Crystal Lake Memorial Day Parade

The parade and a cemetery service will be held on Memorial Day.

Sage YMCA Staff Donates Buddy Bench, Tree In Memory of AJ

“The staff felt really compelled to do something to honor AJ, and the bench will bear AJ’s name.”

Bail Set at $1.5M for Man Charged in Fatal Shooting

The murder charges stem from a Wednesday night shooting in Spring Grove, authorities said.

200 Expected at McHenry County Hooked on Fishing Programs

The McHenry County Conservation District will host its 'Hooked on Fishing" events June 1 in Cary and June 9 in Harvard.

Comedian Christopher Titus Coming to the Raue

The comedian has been selling out shows across the U.S. He is coming to Crystal Lake in June 14.

Officers Recognized For 'Outstanding' Work on AJ Investigation

"The officers demonstrated a professional, urgent, and tireless work ethic over the course of seven days," city officials said.

Mayfair, Cary, Illinois - May 2019

Mayfair is a single family neighborhood

2019 Public Beach Spring Herbicide Treatments Scheduled

Crystal Lake Main and West Beach Swimming Areas

Crystal Lake Park District Public Meeting May 20

Spoerl Park Pickleball Courts

Tree of Life UU Collection Benefited CASA of McHenry County

The Tree of Life Unitarian Universalist Congregation in McHenry collected $574 for CASA of McHenry County

Crystal Lake Teacher, Coach On Leave For 'Matter' Involving Minor

CLPD notified the district it was initiating an investigation into the school's head girls soccer coach and chemistry teacher, Jay Mueller.

TLC Co-hosts workshop for farmland owners

Women who own farmland are invited to a free workshop being co-hosted by The Land Conservancy of McHenry County and American Farmland Trust.

Man Sentenced To 75 Years For 2017 McHenry Murder, Home Invasion

Adam Morris was sentenced on charges of first degree murder, burglary, armed robbery and unlawful possession of a weapon by a felon.

Volunteers Needed for Workday at Sterne's Woods

volunteer to make a great park even better!

Cary-Grove’s Production of ‘All Shook Up’ Wins Awards

Broadway in Chicago picked the local theater program for its Best Production and Best Choreography awards.