Committee discusses next steps for Hillmoor property
By Eric Johnson & Dennis Hines
A word from our sponsors: April 28, 2024 open houses from Bear Realty's Glenda and Butch Dupons – West of the I
By Darren Hillock
Center Guard Plumbing’s major water heater sale
By Patrick Hennessey
Community gardens in McHenry County emphasize community: Where plots are available this spring
By Janelle Walker
Chicago man accused of shattering window, stealing high-end car from dealership in Crystal Lake
By Sam Borcia
Tribute acts & the Buckinghams among those performing at Delavan's Belfry Music Theatre
By Steve Targo
Racine & Me: Changing a Destiny
By Alex Corradetti
Thunderstorms in McHenry County Saturday night could bring high winds and chance of hail
By Michelle Meyer
Units responding for crash in Wheatland – West of the I
By Darren Hillock
Tulip Festival dazzles in Spring Grove
By Roseanne Tellez
Lake Geneva swears in new mayor and council members
By Eric Johnson & Dennis Hines
Road closure to go into effect as 'big' improvement project set to begin on busy Route 59 intersection in Fox Lake
By Sam Borcia
Units responding to crash in Salem – West of the I
By Darren Hillock
Randi Freese announces run for McHenry County state's attorney after Kenneally announces sudden withdrawal from race
By Sam Borcia
Wheatland Center School students earn Gold Key in 2024 Southeast Wisconsin Scholastic Writing Region of the Scholastic Writing Awards – West of the I
By Darren Hillock
Man accused of slicing victim’s stomach open during argument in Gages Lake
By Gabriel Castillo
Cary-Grove youth baseball and softball organization kicks off season despite losing Maplewood home base
By Michelle Meyer
3 children transported to hospital after minivan crashes into dugout during baseball game in Woodstock
By Sam Borcia
Man with 6th DUI charge allowed to move to Florida, then skips McHenry County court, authorities say
By Amanda Marrazzo
Missing McHenry Man Found Dead In Lake Michigan
By Amie Schaenzer
'We flipped the whole script': 15 Lakes builds on popular food truck, butcher shop with new steakhouse
By Mick Zawislak
Agenda: Randall Town Board & Plan Commission meeting April 25, 2024 – West of the I
By Darren Hillock
Morning Highlight
Grayslake woman pursued by deputies while driving well over 110 mph with child in car
Crime
- The officer observed a white Chevrolet passenger car speed past him on the shoulder.
- Sheriff's officials said the car was traveling at well over 110 miles per hour at times.
- The car eventually stopped just south of where emergency workers were gathered at the fatal crash.
Showcase
Woodstock North to become fully solar-powered
By Eileen Millard
McHenry Co. Man Who Killed Roommate Sentenced
By Amie Schaenzer
AJ Freund, 5 years later: The short life and lingering effects of slain Crystal Lake boy
By Amanda Marrazzo
Grandson of woman accused of battering child at illegal day care in Crystal Lake now also faces charges
By Amanda Marrazzo
Morning Highlight
Pre-trial release denied for 2 accused of arson fire at cinema in Round Lake Beach
Courts
- Two theaters of the vacant building were engulfed in flames and the lobby was destroyed.
- The Mutual Aid Box Alarm System brought a total of around 20 fire departments to the scene.
- The juvenile reported Shields and Dolan bragged about setting the fire afterward while at a McDonald's.
Showcase
'A little local spot' The Greenwood General Store reopened on April 19
By Susan W. Murray
House of Music brings rhythm and fun to region
Opinion
By Stephanie Klett & Bill Barth
8-year-old girl 'terrorized' after McHenry County judge releases man who sexually assaulted her
By Sam Borcia