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Police Seek Help Identifying Thieves Who Threatened Bicyclist With Knife, Stole His Bike: Police

The incident happened at about 5:15 p.m. Wednesday in the 300 block of Pathway Court in Crystal Lake.

Newlyweds Found Dead | 'Best' Farmers Market | Missing Boater's Body Recovered

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

Newlyweds With Ties To Crystal Lake Identified As Couple Found Shot Dead In Car On Route 14: Authorities

An investigation into the deaths of Rachel Dumovich, 29, and Brandon Dumovich, 30, is underway.

Missing Boater's Body Recovered: Authorities

The body of the missing boater was recovered Tuesday afternoon, authorities said.

Bicyclist Critically Injured After Being Hit By SUV Near Cary

The collision happened in the 6500 block of Silver Lake Road in unincorporated McHenry County on Tuesday evening.

Woman Flown To Hospital After SUV Collides With Semi

The collision happened Monday afternoon at Route 47 and Charles Road in unincorporated Woodstock.

2 Found Dead In Vehicle Parked On Route 14 With Hazard Lights On: Police

A Harvard Police Department officer went to the vehicle to assist and found the female driver and male passenger dead inside, police said

Fans of the macabre bucking for chance to win Halloween in a Hearse at Outdoor

Two winners to be selected; sign-ups continue until Oct. 24

Brush Fire Burns Through 8 Acres Of Soybean Field: Fire Officials

The blaze was reported in the area of Boone-McHenry County Line Road and Yates Road on Sunday afternoon.

Metra Cafe Car Makes Debut In Chicago Area: When Will It Come To Your Metra Line?

The prototype cafe car will be available for many Metra riders across the Chicago area to try out in the coming month.

October adventures await at home of ‘World’s Largest’ Corn Maze

Visitors have until Oct. 26 to enjoy maze games, pig races, more at Richardson Adventure Farm, Spring Grove

Drug Marketed To Area Youth | 1st Solar Cafe | Semi Drives Over Car

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

7 Crystal Lake Businesses Cited For Selling Alcohol To Minor

The Crystal Lake Police Department conducted the compliance checks on Thursday at businesses in town.

‘Snowy Nor’easters’: Here’s What To Expect From Winter 2025-26 In IL

AccuWeather, a private weather company, released its 2025-2026 winter forecast on Thursday.

'New Wave Of Causing Harm' For Suburban Youth; 'Whippits' Make A Comeback: Police Chief

Sugar Grove Police Chief Patrick Rollins said large canisters​ of the laughing gas are being marketed to kids with names like "Miami Magic."

2 People, Several Dozen Animals Displaced Following Fire: Fire Officials

No one was injured when a fire broke out at home near Woodstock Wednesday night, fire officials said.

2 Arrested For Stealing From Walgreens Stores In Lake, McHenry Counties

The duo is also suspected of stealing from Walgreens in Boone, Will and Kane counties, police said.

1 Person Hospitalized After WaveRunners Crash On Fox River

The collision happened at about 5 p.m. on Tuesday​ in the 8700 block of Garner Road in Fox River Grove.

Crystal Lake Father Wins Lottery Jackpot: 'This Is For Our Kids'

“First and foremost, this is for our kids — to give them every opportunity to thrive,” the local dad said following the $550,000 win.

Crystal Lake Police: No Rifle Found Outside Library

​ Charges have been filed against a felon accused of unlawfully possessing a gun, police said. In a press release sent out this past week.

McHenry Outdoor hosts breast cancer awareness weekend

Raffles, more set Oct. 10-11 to benefit Family Health Partnership Clinic

Full Calendar of Fall Programs & Events for all ages at Colonel Palmer House

Register in advance at crystallakeparks.org

Crystal Lake Park District Enrolling Now Fall Hapkido Classes

Ages 6+

Crystal Lake Park District Presents Terror Trail

a Haunted Hayride just for middle schoolers, ages 11-13 on Fri, Oct 24

Crystal Lake Park District Lippold Park Batting Cages Closed for the Season

Renovations to take place with a reopening for the 2026 season

Rates of Some Cancers are Rising Among Younger Adults: What Illinois Residents Need to Know

By Dr. Abbie Miller, chief medical officer, UnitedHealthcare of Illinois

Social Dance Nights and Dance Lessons for Adults at the Crystal Lake Park District

open to residents and non-residents

National Coffee Day 2025: 10 Deals, Freebies To Score In Illinois

Do you love coffee? Free coffee tastes even better. Here are 10 businesses with locations in the Chicago area offering up deals on Monday.

Protester Hit Near ICE Facility | Mass Layoffs At Suburban Company | Pregnant Mother Killed In Hit-And-Run

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

Doctors Work To Rebuild Young Boy's Leg After Lawnmower Incident In Cary: Family

Cohen Liggett, 3, was set to undergo a rare and specialized procedure call rotationplasty last week, his family said.

3 Young Children Forced To Sleep On Cold Basement Floor Covered In Feces, Urine: Police

What started as a child porn probe ended with charges for both parents and their children being removed from the home by DCFS, police said.

These 6 Fugitives Are The Chicago-Area's 'Most Wanted'

Federal, state and local law enforcement agencies are teaming up to try and track down the "Chicago Most Wanted" fugitives.

2 Hospitalized After Semi Collides With Sedan On Route 176: Police

The semi-truck driver, a Wisconsin man, was cited for disregarding a traffic control device, police said.

Final Year In NW Chicago Suburbs For Popular Halloween Drive-Thru

An exact opening date has not yet been set for the 2025 season for Mack Manor at 1100 Algonquin Road in Fox River Grove.

Route 176 Closed After Semi Overturns: Police

Drivers are urged to avoid the area of Route 176 between Briarwood and Haligus roads.

Metal Detectors Put In Place Amid 'Somewhat Contentious' Park District Board Meetings

Those attending the meeting at Crystal Lake's Main Beach on ​Monday were required to take part in a metal detector screening.

Stepped Up Security Measures In Place At Crystal Lake Park District Board Meeting

A metal detector screening will be required for those stoping out to Monday's board meeting.

Woman Who Caused Fatal Crash While Under Influence Of Marijuana Sentenced

Alyssa Popp pleaded guilty to a reckless driving charge in McHenry County Circuit Court, and was sentenced to five years in prison.

Food Truck Run By Crystal Lake Veteran Makes It To Final Four Of WGN Burger Competition

Smash'D is run by Kevin Byrnes, a Crystal Lake veteran. Online voting continues through Monday morning in the WGN competition.