Coroner still working to identify body found inside burning pickup truck near McHenry
By Sam Borcia
A word from our sponsors: Wilmot Auto Service offers exceptional service, quality products and unparalleled customer satisfaction – West of the I
By Darren Hillock
Kids in Need partners with Toys for Tots to support McHenry County foster kids, families
By Janelle Walker
Agenda: Wilmot Union High School board working session May 13, 2024 – West of the I
By Darren Hillock
On the Map: Exploring The McHenry Outdoor Theater, Chicagoland’s only drive-in theater!
By Ben Anderson
Judge acquits convicted murderer of battering wife in Crystal Lake in 'surprising' verdict
By Sam Borcia
McHenry former, current aldermen violated anti-harassment policy in comments about city worker: investigation
By Janelle Walker
Woodstock girls track and field wins KRC conference championship
By Sandy Kucharski
Morning Highlight
Man dies after becoming trapped in house fire near Grayslake
Fire
- Firefighters arrived and quickly searched the building and pulled hose lines to put water on the fire.
- Paramedics transported the victim to Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville.
- He was not conscious and not breathing when he was rescued. The man died at the hospital.
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Make the world a more loving and kind place’
By Julian Senn-raemont
Hearthstone names new executive director
By Susan W. Murray
Always Looking For The Positive: Lake In The Hills Graduate Shoutout
By Shannon Antinori
Lake Zurich marks Arbor Day with oak tree planting, shredding and other 'green' activities
By Karie Angell Luc & Karie Angell
Man charged with drug possession after fleeing police in Crystal Lake
By Amanda Marrazzo
Homicide Charge Filed For McHenry Woman Linked To Fiery Crash That Killed 2 In Texas: Authorities
By Sam Borcia
38-unit townhome development proposed next to Cary Village Hall
By Michelle Meyer
Elgin Man Denied Pre-Trial Release In McHenry Co. Shooting
By Amie Schaenzer
5 years in prison for Crystal Lake man convicted in 5th domestic battery case in 10 years
By Sam Borcia
Morning Highlight
Multiple animals, residents uninjured after fire destroys garage near Crystal Lake
Fire
- Firefighters arrived on the scene in approximately three minutes and found heavy flames throughout the garage.
- The garage was attached to the house and the fire was reported to be spreading into the home.
- The fire was considered under control in just over an hour, fire officials said.
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Barrington chamber awards $5,000 in scholarships
By Steve Zalusky
Confirmed Tornado Caused Barn Collapse In McHenry Co.: NWS
By Amie Schaenzer
Units responding for crash in Trevor – West of the I
By Darren Hillock
No Driving For Cary Man Who Dragged Officer With Car: Officials
By Amie Schaenzer
Wanted vehicle recklessly fleeing from police in Fox River Grove causes 3-vehicle crash in Barrington
By Sam Borcia
Route 120 Set To Reopen Following Railroad Crossing Repairs
By Amie Schaenzer
Harvard man attempted to hide baggies of cocaine, fentanyl in air duct, authorities allege
By Amanda Marrazzo
Off-duty firefighter, resident rescue dog trapped after fire engulfs garage, spreads to residence in Wonder Lake
By Sam Borcia
Foxhole pizza gets liquor, gaming licenses ahead of reopening in McHenry; new owners will use original recipe
By Bill Freskos
Driver extricated from car after suffering medical emergency, driving into pond in Huntley
By Sam Borcia
Morning Highlight
SWAT team called after man in mental crisis arms himself with gun in Round Lake
Crime
- Round Lake Police Chief David Prus said officers received a call for an armed suicidal subject.
- Officers arrived and found a distressed adult male holding a gun to his head.
- Officers secured the scene and initiated an evacuation of the immediate area.
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Tobacco, e-cigarette store near Gurnee has license suspended for selling to underage customers
By Sam Borcia
Is a 312-unit apartment plan in Crystal Lake too dense? Some council members want it scaled down
By Michelle Meyer
McHenry IHOP closed for nonworking fire suppression system, other fire code violations
By Janelle Walker