Nurse At Local High School Wins Prestigious Award

The award was presented on Feb. 23 to Nichole Class.

Coroner IDs Man, 19, Who Drowned In Lake Near Cary

The McHenry County Coroner's Office has identified the man as Thane Kilbourn, 19, of Glendale, Wisconsin.

Cause Of House Fire Near McHenry Under Investigation

The blaze broke out Sunday afternoon at the home in the 1500 block of North Hillside Lane.

Man, 19, Drowns After Canoe Tips Over In Silver Lake: Authorities

The incident happened early Sunday in Oakwood Hills.

Movie showings start March 22 at McHenry Outdoor

Early opening just first of thrilling perks planned for this season

Foster Puppy Stolen | Fatal Crashes | Teen Is 'Goalie Of The Year'

Here is a roundup of top stories from recent days in the northern Chicago suburbs.

Crystal Lake Couple Welcomes Leap Day Baby

Logan William Mallon, the son of former Crystal Lake residents Carly and Dan Mallon, was born at 2:58 a.m. on Thursday.

Celebrate National Meatball Day Swedish Style

Local Swedish Children's Choir presents Swedish Meatball Dinner benefit

Pedestrian Walking Along Route 22 Hit, Killed By Car: Police

The 65-year-old North Barrington man was wearing dark-colored clothing when the crash occurred Tuesday night.

1 Charged Following Machete Attack In Crystal Lake: Police

A 20-year-old man faces aggravated battery charges following the Monday attack in the 500 block of Crystal Point Drive.

AYSO Offering FREE Band & Orchestra Clinics

Middle School & High School - Free Band & Orchestra Clinics

Car Crashes Through Jimmy John's In Woodstock

No one was injured during the collision Monday afternoon in Woodstock.

Creative Arts Studio doubles impact with new 2nd location

Anonymous Donor Funds Nonprofit Art Studio Expansion

Fentanyl Caused Death Of McHenry County Boy, 14: Coroner

The 14-year-old Richmond boy has been identified as Trent Ulrich.

Metra Train Derails In Crystal Lake

No one was injured in the "low-speed" derailment.

Local Robotics Teams Advance to State Championship

The town of Cary advanced two First Tech Challenge Robotics teams to state championships

Accountant Guilty Of Tax Evasion | Mall Closing Date Set | Fiery Crash

Here is a roundup of top stories from recent days in the northern Chicago suburbs.

Crystal Lake Park District Receives Playground Grant

Crystal Lake Park District Receives Illinois Parks and Recreation GameTime/PlayCore Grant for Haligus Park Playground

1 In Custody After Domestic Incident In Cary

Police were called to a home near Three Oaks Road and Bright Oaks Circle Tuesday evening.

Crystal Lake Park District Announces Spring Firewood Sale on March 16

proceeds to be used to purchase pollinator garden plants

Burglar 'Acting Suspicious' Near Police Officer's Home Arrested: Cops

Miriam Aranada, of the 100 block of North McClean Boulevard Elgin, is charged with residential burglary and burglary.

Learn About Home Rule Referendum At Cary Information Session

The session will be held Thursday evening at the Cary Municipal Center.

Rep. Weber Responds to Governor’s Budget Proposal

Following Gov. Pritzker’s joint State of the State and Budget Address, State Representative Tom Weber released the following statement.

AUDITIONS (3/3 & 3/17) for Fall ‘24-American Youth Symphony Orchestra

Youth Orch & Chamber Music Auditions - ages 7-18, all orchestral instruments

Police Activity Reported At Home Tuesday In Cary

The Cary Police Department responded to the incident at the home on Three Oaks Road near Bright Oaks Circle.

Cary Man Accused Of Attacking Woman At Conservation Area

The 25-year-old man has been denied pre-trial release.

Fire Officials Investigate Cause Of Weekend House Fire In Crystal Lake

The Crystal Lake Fire Rescue Department responded to the fire at about 3:20 a.m. at a home in the 9200 block of Arthur Street.

Residents, Firefighters Work Together To Save Pup From Icy Lake

A German Shepherd puppy became stuck on a thawing Wonder Lake on Feb. 6. Here's how the pup was brought to safety, returned to his owner.

McHenry County Man, 19, Killed In 3-Vehicle Crash: Police

The man, who has been identified as Diego Gonzalez Mendoza, 19, of Harvard, was flown to a hospital on Feb. 12 where he later died.

Vote On Tree Removal To Pave Way For Three Oaks Trail Extension

The city council is set to vote Tuesday on a measure that would make way for trail extension and access road at the recreation area.

Judge Denies Pre-Trial Release For H.S. Student Accused Of Slashing, Seriously Injuring Man's Face

A judge denied pre-trial release to a Wauconda High School student accused of slashing a man in the face.

Crystal Lake Park District Board Decides To Keep Police Department

The board met Thursday night to vote on the matter and decided to keep the police department in place.

Local Burger Kings To Be Upgraded Under New Ownership

A suburban man acquired locations in Crystal Lake and Algonquin.

League of Women Voters Forum on Mental Health Board Referendum at MCC

At 7:00 pm on Thursday, February 22nd, the League of Women Voters will present a forum on the McHenry County Mental Health Board referendum.

Woman Flown To Hospital After Being Hit By Car In Woodstock

Fire officials say a woman was flown to the hospital in critical condition after she was struck by a vehicle in Woodstock Wednesday evening.

Man, 23, Critically Injured In Early Morning Crash In McHenry County

The single vehicle crash happened on McGuire Road in unincorporated Harvard, authorities said.

Suitcase Left Outside Government Center Leads To Evacuation

The Kane County Sheriff’s Office Bomb Squad has inspected the suitcase and deemed it safe.

Construction Underway On New Crystal Lake Apartment Complex

The community, designed by Mann Parsons Gray Architects will include 25 single-story townhome buildings with four to six units each.

Crystal Lake Park District Board To Vote On Disbanding Police Dept.

The Crystal Lake Park District Board is set to vote on the measure Thursday.

Scholarships Available for Fall ‘24-American Youth Symphony Orchestra

Scholarships Available for Young Musicians - Chamber Music & Orchestra Programs - ages 7-18, all orchestral instruments