Poets in Resistance Reading Mixes Art and Activism

The Social Justice Team of the Tree of Life Unitarian Universalist Congregation, 5603 Bull Valley Road in McHenry, will sponsor Poets in Res

D300 Looks at Lengthening Elementary School Day, Keeping High Schools Open Longer

​The school district is in the early stages of discussing possible schedule changes for its 21,000 students.

Facebook Live Torture Case: Judge Wants Public Defender To Check For Conflicts Of Interest

The presiding judge issued the order Wednesday after sugggesting the 4 suspects might not have acted equally in the alleged attack.

Crystal Lake Food Pantry to Host Free Nutrition Classes

The ten classes, which kick off on March 22, focus on a “whole body approach to disease prevention."

Cary Market Trends for February 2017

Cary home sales for the month of February rose in volume by 62.5% when compared to last year

McHenry Co. Sheriff's Office Warns of Arrest Warrant Scam

Scammers have been calling and saying residents have arrest warrants, and then direct them on how to set up a payment.

Hate Has No Home Activists Plan Counter Event to Woodstock Spirit of America Rally

Hate Has No Home in Woodstock is an alternative event to an anti-immigrant rally being held on Woodstock Square on Saturday.

Registration for Crystal Lake Park District Garden Plots Opens Monday

You can reserve a spot at the Hill Farm Acres Garden Plots.

Hop Over to Have Breakfast with the Bunny

The Cary Park District is hosting a Breakfast with the Bunny on Saturday, April 1 from 9:00 – 10:00 am at the Community Center.

The McHenry Co. Paczki List: Where to Get Your Fat Tuesday Treat?

Some nearby places to get your fill of the Polish confection this year.

Creative Living Series: Dr. Robert Martin talks "How We Do It" March 16 at Woodstock Opera House

Dr. Martin presents mankind's evolutionary past on reproduction and childrearing, and what it all means for the future of our species

Top 10 Most Expensive Streets in Cary

The average price for homes on these streets range from $480,000 to $790,000.

Man Being Investigated for Predatory Sex Assault of Child Found Dead: Police

Authorities believe Kevin Molthop took his own life in the days after police launched the sex assault investigation.

Zion Drug Dealer Gets 28 Years for Drug-Induced Death of Young Algonquin Woman

James Linder was sentenced Friday to 28 years in prison for his involvement in the heroin overdose death of Danielle Barzyk.

Man Arrested for Posing as Chiropractor, Telling Woman to ‘Go to Sleep’

Claude A. Quisenberry was arrested Wednesday in connection with the suspicious incident that occurred last week in Cary.

New Incentives Offered to Students Who Complete Crystal Lake Park District Lifeguard Training Class

Ages 15 & Up

Off-Duty Woodstock Officer Accused of Driving Drunk, Crashing in Lake Co.

The single-vehicle crash happened in Round Lake Beach during the early morning hours of Feb. 11.

Bethany Arts Series to Feature Harry Chapin’s off-Broadway smash hit COTTON PATCH GOSPEL

March 12 at 4 pm at the Bethany Lutheran Church, 76 W. Crystal Lake Ave.

Giver's Gain Means Giving Back

Local Networking Group Gives Back to Community Organizations

​Plan Summer Fun with McHenry County Conservation District Summer Camps

Day camps are available for children age 5 through 17. There are 10 different summer camps available as well as crafts, activities, & more.

Notice of Restoration Project at Sterne’s Fen During February and March

What you need to know before you hike

Crystal Lake Park to Undergo Renovations After Park District Receives GameTime Grant

Project to be completed this summer

Crystal Lake Woman to Appear on Times Square Billboard in 'This is Crap' Campaign

Julie Krause will be featured in the national campaign to raise awareness about colorectal cancer.

Students at Chesterbrook Academy® Preschool in Lakewood Donate 260 Pounds of Food to Grafton Food Pantry

The school hosted its annual “Share the Love” food drive to benefit the organization

Physical Therapy Student Completes Internship at Centegra Rehabilitation & Sports Medicine Clinic in Cary, IL.

Dana Gibbons completes ten week Internship at Centegra Rehab - Cary

Missing Man With Alzheimer’s Located After Good Samaritan Spots Him in McHenry Co.

Steven Wood was located after he was reported missing Wednesday afternoon.

McHenry County Conservation District to Host Candlelight Hike Friday

Enjoy a candlelit hike, an evening of games, activities and much more. Read on for more details. Registration is required.

Crystal Lake Blotter: Electronic Harassment, DUI Arrests, Criminal Damage to Property/School

The Crystal Lake Police Department made several arrests in recent weeks.

D155 Announces Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services

District 155 announces new Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services.

Be bold and get cold at the Fox Lake Polar Plunge on Sunday, Feb. 26

Fox Lake Polar Plunge to benefit Special Olympics Illinois on Feb. 26. Registration open at plungeillinois.com.

Crystal Lake South Principal Named Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services for D155

District 155 will now begin the hiring process for a new principal at Crystal Lake South.

Former McHenry Co. Man Charged With Possessing Child Porn

​Authorities arrested Robert T. Rado III on an arrest warrant on Sunday.

Brothers Face Drug Charges for Selling Marijuana: Police

​A search of a Fox River Grove home on Thursday turned up over 756 grams of marijuana, according to police.

Crystal Lake Park District Honored with Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting

Debra Oldham, Superintendent of Business Services Honored

The Rattle the Walls Concert at Tree of Life raised more than $2000 for the ACLU

The Rattle the Walls Concert at Tree of Life Unitarian Universalist Congregation in McHenry raised more than $2000 for the ACLU.

Green Sanctuary Screens Chasing Ice at Tree of Life UU Congregation

The Green Sanctuary film series returns a with a showing of the Emmy winning film Chasing Ice at the Tree of Life UU Congregation in McHenry

Sen. McCain defends a free press but fires at the wrong target

Sen. John McCain was correct to point out the importance of a free press but wrong to blame President Trump. The media is to blame.

Top 10 Subdivisions in Cary, IL - February 2017

The Cary subdivision with the highest average sale price between February 2016 and February 2017 was Harvest Glen with an average sale price

Blaze Near Crystal Lake Causes Over $250,000 in Damage

Firefighters were called to the fire at a residential structure Friday night.

1 Crystal Lake Business Cited for Selling Tobacco Product to Minor

During a Feb. 15 compliance check, local authorities checked 30 businesses in Crystal Lake.