Human Rabies Exposure Reported As 1st Bat Tests Positive In McHenry County

Health officials say a resident received preventive treatment after finding a bat inside a home and are urging residents to take precautions

Illinois Layoffs Top 8,000 In Recent Months As Major Store Closings, Job Cuts Hit

Spirit Airlines, HelloFresh and major employers in manufacturing, retail and logistics report layoffs.

Trump Truth Store Owner Briefly Jailed After Missing Court Appearance: Court Records

The owner of Trump Truth Store was arrested on a warrant tied to a traffic case.

2026 Summer Sing-A-Long Schedule

a cooperative kids concert series with the Crystal Lake Public Library and the Crystal Lake Park District

Vehicle Crashes Into Cary-Area Home, Displaces 4 Residents

Firefighters were called to the 2500 block of Oakdale Terrace Monday evening, fire officials said.

Swim Lessons Save Lives-Sess 1 Crystal Lake Park District Classes Begin June 15

Group and Private Lessons Available-ages 6 months and up

Homicide Charge In Drug Death | Hidden-Gem Hiking Trails | 4 Sleeping As Car Crashes Into Townhome

Plus: Gas prices continue to fall | Summer-like temperatures settle in | A roundup of splash pads worth visiting.

Gas Prices Are Falling Ahead Of Summer Travel Season. Will It Last?

Chicago-area drivers are paying about $4.58 a gallon on average as of June 1.

Woman, 70, Rescued After Falling Asleep At Wheel, Driving Into Pond: Authorities

Firefighters removed the Lake Barrington woman from her partially submerged vehicle in North Barrington on Saturday morning, police said.

Woodstock Man Accused Of Intentionally Crashing Into Townhouse After Domestic Dispute

Police said a 31-year-old man drove a vehicle into a Woodstock townhouse early Saturday.

Rep. Weber Responds to Passage of FY27 State Budget

Following the passage of the Fiscal Year 2027 State Budget, State Representative Tom Weber released the following statement.

'Roughhousing' Teen Suffers Brain Injury | Tree Falls On 3 Kids

Plus, man accused of trying to lure child into car | Motel guest angered over room cleaning methods attacks employees, police say.

Here’s How Much You Need To Make To Buy A Typical Home in Chicago Area

New Redfin data shows affordability improved year over year, but typical households still cannot afford a median-priced home.

Former Harvest Bible Chapel Pastor Lists $2.5M Elgin-Area Estate

The six-bedroom home has been listed years after the pastor’s departure from the controversial church.

Celebrate Global Running Day

Free Community Run/Walk Event at Three Oaks Recreation Area in Crystal Lake

Tree Falls On 3 Children In Hammock; Boy, 14, Recovering: Report

The incident happened Friday in the 7300 block of Gleneagle Circle in Lakewood, authorities said.

Obituary: Sophia G. Athanasiou (nee Papaefthimiou)

Sophia's faith guided her, and her love reached family, friends, and all who were fortunate enough to know her.

Crystal Lake Park District Nature Center Butterfly Open House on May 30

Free, just drop in, 10 am-2 pm

Enrolling Now for Colonel Palmer House 1 Day Programs Jun-Aug

Something for everyone-ages 2+

Best Splash Pads In Lake County To Beat the Summer Heat

When temperatures start to heat up, here's where to go to stay cool this summer.

Aloha Summer (Ages 21+) is back at Crystal Lake Main Beach

Tickets on Sale Now. Tickets also available at door for an additional $5 fee

Judge Denies Pretrial Release For Man Accused Of Running Woman Over

Pablo Contreras, 50, is accused of critically injuring a woman in a domestic-related incident that occurred last week, authorities said.

Plan your visit to Crystal Lake Main & West Beaches

Swim area Open 7 days/week beginning Sat, May 30

Minnie Bird Is Coming To Crystal Lake

Crystal Lake will be getting a Minnie Bird, which will be the fourth Minnie Bird location in the Chicago area and the first in McHenry Co.

Man Accused Of Intentionally Running Over Wife, Fleeing Scene

The 50-year-old man remains in custody and his wife has been hospitalized following the incident last week in Oakwood Hills, police said.

Tree Falls On Children: 1 Flown To Hospital, 2 Others Injured, Authorities Say

Three juveniles were injured after a tree collapsed Friday night in Lakewood, officials said.

Guzman y Gomez Abruptly Closes All U.S. Restaurants, Ends Chicago-Area Expansion

The fast-casual chain has closed 8 Chicagoland locations, the company announced this past week.

ICE Arrests | Fatal Fall From Roof | Ex-Coach Charged With Sex Assault

Plus, student found with knives after threat at school | Police called over man burning items from past relationship.

Trump Truth Store Reopens in Crystal Lake After Sales-Driven Closure: Report

Owner Lisa Fleischmann says business slowed amid backlash over Iran war, but the MAGA-themed shop reopened last weekend.

Local Experts to Address the Menopause Journey

Panel Discussion Featuring Live Q&A and Community Resource Expo

Child Airlifted After Fall At Elementary School Playground

A helicopter transported the child to trauma center after a fall at a playground on Alexandra Boulevard.

New Art Classes & Workshops for Adults this Summer

Relax and recharge with Creative Arts classes in Woodstock & Crystal Lake

B4 Summer Fest returns to Richardson Adventure Farm June 13

Live entertainment, kid-friendly activities, fireworks, more on tap

Judge Denies Release For McHenry Man Charged In 'Unprovoked' Stabbing At Hotel: Prosecutors

Two out-of-state visitors attending a dog show were attacked Saturday without warning outside a McHenry hotel, authorities said.

Child Accused Of Stabbing Man Near McHenry In 'Domestic Incident': Authorities

The incident happened in the 5300 block of Leeside Street on Wednesday night, police said.

Cable Wakeboarding Season Begins at The Quarry Cable Park This Week

All you need to know if you decide to stop out to the Quarry Cable Park in Crystal Lake for opening weekend, this summer.

Home Explosion Leaves 1 Dead, 2 Injured: Fire Officials

Fire officials say the blast destroyed a home and damaged nearby properties as investigators work to determine the cause.

Man Trapped In Rototiller At Local Garden Center Freed By Emergency Crews, Hospitalized: Fire Officials

The incident happened at Countryside Flower Shop, Nursery and Garden Center in Crystal Lake on Friday afternoon.

Man Charged In 'Unprovoked' Stabbing At Hotel: Police

The alleged attack happened early Saturday at the Hampton Inn in McHenry.

More Recess, Better Learning?: Pediatricians Push for More Playtime in Schools

New American Academy of Pediatrics guidance urges schools to prioritize recess as concerns grow over academic pressure and testing scores.