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Lake in the Hills police warn residents of scam phone calls

Historic Crystal Lake building with locally made terra cotta bricks eyed for landmark status

Cary School District 26, teachers union reach 4-year contract deal with inflation-tied raises in last year

Lake in the Hills approves ‘forever chemical’ settlements as it works to bring well back into operation

Plant sales Saturday in Harvard, Crystal Lake area raise funds for groups, youths

Family matters: Johnsburg’s Rob Eastland, daughter Charlie Eastland leading unbeaten Skyhawks into postseason

Huntley baseball beats Hampshire, clinches outright FVC championship: Friday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Jake Gillette homers, Dundee-Crown beats Burlington Central

Michael Silvius belts first high school home run, Crystal Lake South walks off Prairie Ridge in FVC finale

Cars & Caffeine in downtown Crystal Lake Sunday benefits food pantry

Home uninhabitable after Harvard-area fire

Here are IHSA sectional and supersectional assignments for McHenry County-area boys and girls lacrosse teams

Juvenile charged in stabbing near McHenry

Huntley boys tennis captures Fox Valley Conference championship

Trump store to host Crystal Lake grand opening after earlier eviction, shutdown

Parent sues District 300 over student’s gender transition

Parent sues District 300 over student’s gender transition

Locally owned restaurants struggle to survive amid rising costs, ask diners to ‘think local first’

Elgin man who caused 4-vehicle crash in Crystal Lake while fleeing Cary police pleads guilty

McHenry County Coroner’s Office gets first major upgrade in 40 years

A second chance at soccer: Richmond-Burton’s Maddie Seyller fueling Rockets nearly 4 years after UTV accident

Kyle Brents, Oreoluwa Sobodu lead Dundee-Crown to first FVC title in 25 years

Jordyn Jeffs hits walk-off home run for Dundee-Crown softball: Thursday’s Northwest Herald roundup

‘Fearless’ Hampshire topples Huntley, wins share of FVC title

Here are IHSA baseball playoff pairings for McHenry County teams

Longtime ‘Blue Streak’ and voice of Woodstock basketball is beloved by high school students, staff

He keeps Huntley running through snowstorms, emergencies and everyday pothole repairs

Sisters-in-law multiply community impact with recycled prom dresses and so much more

Dispatchers - on the call during people’s worst moments - help save lives too

McHenry man taught, coached scores of local kids: ‘Remarkable ability to connect with people’

Readers Recognize McHenry County’s Everyday Heroes of 2026

Food pantry volunteers make sure hungry neighbors are fed, with dignity

‘How can you walk away?’: Volunteerism came from her mother. Now she’s passing it to her kids

‘Walking that walk with people who understand’: Peers lean on each other in tight-knit recovery community

At 9, Crystal Lake boy collects blankets for homeless people – and his kindness is infectious

‘Authenticity people trust’: Algonquin librarian is also passionate volunteer, advocate

As a truant officer, he sees families struggling. And he’s helped scores of them

2 retired firefighters are the heart and soul of Salvation Army emergency canteen

Cary woman starts free ‘little food pantry’ on her front porch: ‘I just want to help’

Huntley wins 4 events, brings home IHSA Class 3A Belvidere North sectional championship

McHenry, Huntley baseball win to remain tied for first in FVC: Northwest Herald Wednesday roundup

Johnsburg’s Ashton Stern no-hits Sandwich

Prairie Ridge takes runner-up, local girls shine at Class 2A Johnsburg Sectional to qualify for state

Woodstock man accused of 6th DUI had baby in car, told officer he was ‘wasted,’ authorities say

McHenry County wants you to help name snowplows at touch-a-truck Sunday

McHenry’s new Yummy Bowl restaurant to open soon

Oliver: Legislation would provide Social Security credits for unpaid caregivers

Island Lake man wins $1 million from $50 scratch-off lottery ticket

Prairie Ridge's Bryan Klendworth Northwest Herald Baseball Player of Year

Ellery Shutt, Woodstock dominate KRC meet again

Huntley caps off 6th consecutive FVC championship, cruises over Burlington Central for senior-night win

Harvard’s Leona Eichholz, Woodstock’s Megan Kuiper shine in KRC wins: Tuesday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Cary teacher named McHenry County Educator of the Year; see full list of winners

Updated: Teen athlete taken to hospital after cardiac arrest on track at Huntley High School

McHenry home damaged in fire

Johnsburg’s cerebral Tyler Batt keeps hitting winners

Hampshire’s Lucas Prange throws no-hitter, strikes out nine in victory: Monday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Nate Larson pitches Huntley past McHenry to forge tie in FVC

Addy Green, big second inning lead Cary-Grove past Crystal Lake South

Driver flown with serious injuries after Harvard-area crash, fire

McHenry city administrator resigns, Mayor Jett ‘filling in’

Northwest Herald Athlete of the Week: Cary-Grove's Addy Green

Cary man killed in shooting Saturday in Chicago

Cary man killed in shooting Saturday in Chicago

McHenry County Animal Control to offer low-cost rabies vaccination clinics

McHenry’s Rooted Ritual Apothecary offers handmade, refillable, sustainable products

Home State Bank in Crystal Lake announces new VP of retail banking, headquarter renovations

McHenry’s Soapbox Derby, dating to 1939, ready to race again June 20

Luke Flaskamp’s grand slam lifts Jacobs past Dundee-Crown: Saturday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Off-duty Crystal Lake firefighter uses garden hose, helps contain fire

Clutch two-out hitting keys Huntley’s win at Maine South

Clutch two-out hitting keys Huntley’s win at Maine South

Officials identify infant who was unresponsive at Woodstock daycare who later died

Signs yes, time limits no to improve parking situation in downtown McHenry

Plan for 280 single- and multi-family units on Cary Maplewood land advances over neighbor objections

Minivan, mixer truck crash near Union; both drivers injured

Man who presented history shows at local libraries guilty of possessing child sex abuse image

Crystal Lake Central co-op girls lacrosse wins 6th straight FVC title: Friday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Aiden Eickelmann, Gavin Rettberg spark sixth-inning rally as Huntley comes back to beat McHenry

Allyson Schaid, Kylee Nicholson lead Woodstock North past Richmond-Burton

Infant found unresponsive at Woodstock daycare has died

Canvas cyberattack hits McHenry County school districts

Man falls into Fox River in McHenry

Fox River Grove trustee censured by board for ‘potentially slanderous’ comments

McHenry County property tax bills are in the mail. Here’s how to pay

Man charged with exposing himself to children at Crystal Lake elementary school

McHenry County conservatives plan ‘Rally of the Silent Majority’ May 17

Work on McHenry’s Miller Road bridge over Fox River brings lane closure, slows boat launching

IHSA sectional assignments for McHenry County boys track and field teams

IHSA sectional assignments for McHenry County girls track and field teams

Fired-up Levi Perrotta, Woodstock North hold off Woodstock

Huntley wins 8 events, brings home 5th consecutive FVC girls track and field title

Addison Schaffer nets hat trick as Crystal Lake Central wins FVC title: Thursday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Feeling good again, Reese Mosolino pitches Prairie Ridge past Huntley in key FVC game

Fox River between McHenry and Algonquin reopens for boating

5-story apartment-commercial building gets green light for Fox River Grove’s Block B

2 rescued after boat flips over on Crystal Lake

Home uninhabitable after Huntley basement fire

Confident Danny Adams pitches Crystal Lake Central past Prairie Ridge

Liz Smith strikes in final minutes, Johnsburg tops Richmond-Burton to claim KRC tournament championship

McHenry baseball wins two; Marian’s Christine Chmiel strikes out 18: Wednesday’s Northwest Herald roundup

4-car crash closes Route 31 in Johnsburg; 3 injured

Here are IHSA playoff softball pairings for McHenry County teams

Woodstock man with repeated domestic violence offenses pleads guilty in latest case, is sent to prison

Johnsburg’s Hidden Harbor closer to redevelopment with agreement on tax-incentive terms

Infant hospitalized after being found unresponsive at Woodstock daycare

Oliver: Alzheimer’s may bring change, but some things happily remain

Gavin Stumbaugh’s walk-off hit lifts Burlington Central past Richmond-Burton

IHSA sectional assignments for McHenry County boys tennis teams

Woodstock North softball wraps up 1st KRC championship: Tuesday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Richmond-Burton holds off Johnsburg to claim Kishwaukee River Conference title

Johnsburg to get a Target; store will take over shuttered JCPenney

Malaina Kurth, Bella Frangiamore, Grace Puhar each score twice as Cary-Grove cruises over Crystal Lake South

Chain O’Lakes, upper Fox River reopen for boating after weeks of flooding

Crystal Lake Pride makes it official with nonprofit status, plans for 3rd annual June celebration

McHenry County Mental Health Board to host Town Hall meeting Thursday

IHSA regional, sectional and supersectional assignments for McHenry County girls soccer teams

Suburban school officer’s gun missing after he removes it to use bathroom

Maddon McKim’s grand slam lifts Prairie Ridge: Monday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Marian Central’s comeback falls short against Chicago Christian

Algonquin spa mourns employee authorities say died by strangulation in Schaumburg

Lake in the Hills Costco cleared to reopen after bomb threat

Lake in the Hills police presence at Randall Road Costco; public asked to avoid area

Resource fair offers help homeowners with damage from Fox River flooding

Motorcyclist from Warrenville dies in Crystal Lake crash

Northwest Herald Athlete of the Week: Johnsburg's Hope Klosowicz

Community pulls together for Cary Barbershop owner as she recovers from hospital stay

Without funds for student leadership program, small Catholic school in Cary created its own

Algonquin-Lake in the Hills chamber announces new executive director

With waters receding, McHenry County officials talk sandbag disposal, other flooding information

Huntley softball reaches 20 wins, claims Marengo Invite championship: Saturday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Woodstock leaves door open to suing Thompson’s Appliances over caved-in building

Protesters gather in McHenry for May Day rally

Historic 8-sided barn taken down piece by piece, rebuilt at Richardson Adventure Farm to be event venue

Road closure starts in Crystal Lake Monday as creek restoration resumes

Aiden Eickelman, Huntley use small ball to beat Prairie Ridge

Jace Koth hits walk-off single as Jacobs baseball tops Crystal Lake Central: Friday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Nathan Neidhardt fires complete game, Kaden Wasniewski plays long ball as McHenry beats Burlington Central

3 injured in rollover crash on Route 173 near Richmond

Crystal Lake District 155 among those targeted in DOJ probe over gender, sexuality policies

Man seriously burned in McHenry area when propane tank catches fire

Crystal Lake District 155 leader named Superintendent of Distinction

Marengo’s Brady Kentgen ends homer drought against Richmond-Burton

Piper Heimbrodt homers twice, records 7 RBIs for Huntley softball in win: Thursday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Danica McCarthy, Charlee Cape set up nicely for McHenry in FVC win over Cary-Grove

Woodstock raises water and sewer rates, citing unfunded mandates, Route 47 costs

Chicago man charged with DUI after 3-vehicle crash in Crystal Lake, police say

McHenry Riverwalk Shoppes set to reopen Friday as new batch of retailers pursue their dreams

Island Lake man accused of threatening to shoot people, pistol-whipping man in bar pleads guilty

McHenry County roadwork bids coming in over estimates as costs escalate

Martejo Discount reopens in Algonquin, but future still uncertain

Poetry: Banned, restricted, censored or challenged?

Konner Altergott’s walk-off HR rallies Crystal Lake Central past Jacobs: Wednesday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Devin De Loach deals, as Crystal Lake South blanks Hampshire

Fox River flooding: Pop-up resource fairs for affected residents planned in McHenry, Lake counties

Man convicted in DUI crash that killed 2 in ’05 pleads guilty in new drunk-driving collision near McHenry

6 people displaced, over 15 cats missing after Woodstock fire

Oliver: Alzheimer’s disease report finds room to improve in education, prevention

Woodstock High taps new principal who began career in special education, gets high marks from colleagues

Letter: Low-income housing at luxury prices

Letter: Paradise Lake mine proposal lacks critical environmental data

Letter: Illinois must change course on taxes, spending, and priorities

Letter: Don’t put out yarn for birds’ nests

Letter: How do voters feel about gas prices now?

Floodwaters, road closures linger along Fox in McHenry County; people urged to report damage

Hampshire’s Julissa Akins hits 2 homers: Tuesday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Peyton Mesce figures it out as Johnsburg beats Woodstock

Kylee Nicholson, Makayla Nordahl pitch out of trouble, lead Woodstock North to key KRC win against Marengo

George Donze wins pitchers’ duel, Andrew Deegan rips clutch double to lift Jacobs over Huntley

Owner of horse farm near Richmond again denied jail release pending child sex assault trial

Lake County Sheriff’s car hits utility pole near Woodstock while taking person to McHenry County jail

Crystal Lake District 47 pays $115K to settle ‘racial bullying’ lawsuit

Johnsburg applies the pressure, pulls away from Harvard to clinch KRC regular season championship

Dundee-Crown softball, McHenry baseball score FVC wins: Monday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Woodstock woman released pretrial on cocaine charges is accused again, jailed

Lake in the Hills man found dead after house fire ID’d

McHenry man accused of forcing his way into ex-boss’ house with shotgun, threatening him over a debt

Richmond-Burton’s Ray Hannemann stands out

Northwest Herald Athlete of the Week: Huntley’s Tommy Gasner

Crystal Lake artist paints local landmarks that spark her nostalgia: ‘My Margaritaville’

Road closures along Fox River after crest; more rain possible Monday

Families celebrate Earth Day with animals and activities at Randall Oaks Zoo

Families celebrate Earth Day with animals and activities at Randall Oaks Zoo

Wisconsin man admits to sex assault of child in Harvard in 2015, gets 10 years in prison

McHenry alderwoman’s home removed from taxing district

Money for controversial Flock cameras on Woodstock Square remains in city budget

Lake in the Hills extends time for solar farm construction

Crystal Lake Chamber Foundation honors GEM award winners

Angelo Pacini drives in 5 runs for Woodstock baseball: Saturday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Huntley teen reported missing

Rally in McHenry on Saturday protests against ICE detention centers

Woodstock gas station clerk attacked on job tries to rebuild her life without income, insurance, benefits

Jury finds Cicero man guilty of shooting clerk at Marengo gas station, robbery 5 years ago

Fighting out of Woodstock gym, Mackenzie “Mack-Judo” Stiller to compete on TV series “The Ultimate Fighter”

Logan Nawrocki leads Hampshire baseball over Harvest-Westminster in extras: Friday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Tied at half, Huntley girls soccer shut out in second half of invitational loss to Libertyville

Tied at half, Huntley girls soccer shut out in second half of invitational loss to Libertyville

Floodwaters start to recede in parts of McHenry County; cleanup begins

Cary zoning chair suddenly quits after 20 years; claims committee is ‘manipulated’

Lawsuit filed over McHenry fire that shut down Riverside bakery, pet supply shop

After year of drama, Crystal Lake park board eyes changes in leaders, policies, attorney’s fees

McHenry, Johnsburg student-athletes earn Eagle Scout status

McHenry boys, Huntley girls win McHenry County meet titles

Mikala Amegasse converts game-winner, Hampshire outlasts Dundee-Crown for overtime victory

McHenry’s Carver Cohn homers, throws out runner at home to clinch FVC win: Thursday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Fox River, Chain O’ Lakes crest at major flood stage; water levels expected to begin slowly falling

Flood watch: Fox Lake level begins to drop; river could crest late Thursday below Algonquin Dam

Alex Johnson, Marengo earn redemption against Johnsburg

Burlington Central softball outlasts Crystal Lake Central in 9 innings: Wednesday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Lucas Prange strikes out six, Hampshire builds early lead to beat Dundee-Crown

Crystal Lake enters deal to buy shuttered health club - but has 6 months to back out

Oliver: Why are healthy habits so hard to make part of our routines?

When will Fox River recede to its banks? Not for many days – if it stays dry

Woodstock baseball outslugs Plano: Northwest Herald Tuesday roundup

Grace Brown scores, Kenzie Lorkowski soars for key save as Burlington Central holds off Jacobs

Hampshire holds off Burlington Central for 7th straight win

Marengo gas station clerk was shot during robbery 5 years ago. He testified Tuesday against alleged gunman

Fox River flooding closes River Road near McHenry

Former Burlington Central star Drew Scharnowski transfers to Duke

Former Burlington Central star Drew Scharnowski transfers to Duke

McHenry County’s official March 2026 primary election results

Firefighters quickly extinguish crawl space fire in Crystal Lake home

As Fox floods threaten home of elderly veteran on hospice, Johnsburg steps up to help

Siambanis’s walk-off hit sends Marengo past Johnsburg: Monday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Bennet Baumann swings a mighty bat, McHenry triumphs over Jacobs

Ella Arana creates ‘mess’ atop lineup, Crystal Lake Central takes care of Prairie Ridge

Man found dead in Lake in the Hills home after fire

Fox River flooding prompts closures as wary residents await crest

Owner of Woodstock appliance store that caved in granted more time to demolish building; lawsuit on hold

Man found dead in Woodstock homeless encampment is ID’d

Crystal Lake house fire causes estimated $75,000 in damages

Jacobs’ Andrew Deegan goes ‘5 for 5′ for the hard way: McHenry County baseball notes

Democrats outvoted GOP in red McHenry County’s primary election. What might that mean for November?

Northwest Herald Athlete of the Week: Crystal Lake Central co-op’s Anna Starr

Classic Cinemas in Woodstock sued over death of Crystal Lake man who fell leaving dark theater

Lake in the Hills OKs car wash after skepticism, delay

Algonquin asks for resident input for High Hill Park renovations

Hampshire gets plenty of offense and pitching to win Larkin Slugfest

Huntley baseball beats Bartlett on Tommy Gasner’s walk-off single: Saturday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Crystal Lake Depot Park sets opening date on home stretch of major overhaul

Jack Reina’s slider silences Marengo, Prairie Ridge cruises for shutout victory

Vehicle leaves Route 14, damages about half a dozen vehicles in Woodstock Culver’s parking lot

McHenry County pounded by rain; officials expected to close Chain O’ Lakes as floodwaters rise

Training facility, new station among plans for McHenry Township Fire District

Huntley prepares to move ahead with major Kreutzer Road redo after stalemate

Kreutzer Road utility work to begin next week in Huntley

Christine Chmiel throws no-hitter for Marian Central: Friday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Whiff of Jacobs’ Colons too much for Burlington Central

Anna Starr shines bright, scores 6 goals as Crystal Lake Central co-op holds off Huntley

McHenry County residents warned to prepare for flooding along Fox River

Spring Grove man found dead of gunshot wound in wooded area

Marengo’s Gabby Christopher cements herself among area’s greatest power hitters: McHenry County softball notes

Crystal Lake man paroled in October accused of smashing into, stealing from Smoke Depot

Ray Hannemann’s single lifts Richmond-Burton past Woodstock: Northwest Herald Thursday roundup

Woodstock North shuts out Richmond-Burton, wins 7th in a row

Milwaukee woman accused of stealing perfume from Crystal Lake, McHenry Ultas in ‘ongoing criminal enterprise’

Authorities: McHenry man with 29 past convictions jailed on domestic battery charges

New gas station proposed for Algonquin

Woodstock’s Route 47 roadwork begins: What to expect over next 2 years

Christine Chmiel strikes out 14 in near perfect game for Marian Central: Wednesday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Speedy forward Liz Smith scores four goals, Johnsburg dominates Marengo to stay unbeaten

Volo Museum’s Titanic exhibit floods on anniversary of ship’s sinking

Crews keep garage fire from spreading to adjoining home near Richmond

Charges filed against 2 men, both 18, in Johnsburg altercation in which one was stabbed

Who can keep bees in Huntley? Village reexamines local rules

Oliver: Heartbroken Angel Reese fans left to wonder what our Sky team is doing

Dutch Bros Coffee continues to expand in McHenry County, Algonquin location planned

Peyton McMahon converts PK, Ella Bechler scores late in first half as Crystal Lake Central shuts out Huntley

Drake Lenckus nets 100th goal as Crystal Lake South boy lacrosse team rolls: Northwest Herald Tuesday roundup

Ellie White shoulders load, Marengo tops Johnsburg

Crystal Lake felon accused of sexually assaulting girl over 3 years detained in county jail

Crystal Lake police officers recognized for rescuing residents from fire

Law firm opens Crystal Lake office

Lawsuit: Elgin man got drunk at Wisconsin Dells resort before crash that killed him, injured 5 near Woodstock

Support Cary Area Library at Spring 2026 Used Book Sale

Huntley baseball outlasts Dundee-Crown in 9 innings: Monday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Kaden Wasniewski, Landon Clements power McHenry past Crystal Lake South

Harvard man, accused of strangling woman until she passed out, ordered held in jail pretrial

District 155 says no decision has been made on softball co-op restructure

Budget for Cary’s ‘Alfresco Alley’ increases to $1.3M

Several pets missing after fire in home near McHenry

McHenry County Department of Health refurbishes, reopens Crystal Lake clinic, animal control HQ

Dundee-Crown twins Kyle and Ryan Pierce provide double trouble

Northwest Herald Athlete of the Week: Woodstock's Megan Kuiper

McHenry ice rink ownership, operations formalized between city, mayor’s RISE Up Foundation

‘Blue Envelope’ aids interactions between police, people with autism. Lake in the Hills latest to adopt

Wisconsin man charged with assault of child he allegedly lured from Harvard

NAMI McHenry County’s upcoming gala celebrates vision, hope

McHenry County friend create bookstore on wheels

Woodstock North boys track claims top spot at Marengo’s Ed Reeves Invite: Saturday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Johnsburg Hidden Harbor developer wants tax incentive; local leaders aren’t yet sold

5-story apartment-commercial plan for Fox River Grove advances: ‘Never would have imagined’

McHenry Golf Club now officially within city limits after $2M purchase

Huntley School District 158 recognized with national High-Performance District Award

Brake Parts site up for sale after McHenry plant’s shutdown; last workers out end of month

Ella Arana powers up for CL Central; Hampshire, C-G softball walk off wins: Friday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Hampshire grinds out win over Crystal Lake Central

Ian Boland attacks, McHenry manufactures runs in FVC win against Crystal Lake South

Car burst into flames in Prairie Grove crash that injured other driver

District 155 softball teams set to move to co-op structure in 2027

McHenry hopes grant will help spur development on south side of town

Is Marengo next frontier of suburban growth? Big state grants help city capitalize on new I-90 interchange

Gabby Christopher’s 40th career HR ties Marengo mark in win over Woodstock; Northwest Herald Thursday roundup

A student and mentor, Drake Lenckus guides unbeaten Crystal Lake South past Burlington Central

Leona Eichholz powers Harvard past Richmond-Burton

Revisit the Golden Age of Hollywood at 2026 McConnell Ball

Richmond man accused of possessing guns with defaced serial numbers, ammo, firecrackers in Lake in the Hills

McHenry house uninhabitable after garage fire spreads to home, shed, neighbor’s garage

Woodstock video gaming: City adopts new regulations, bans gambling-predominant cafes

District 300 teacher accused of felony battery outside Crystal Lake bar, allegedly kicked officer

McDonald’s in Crystal Lake to be torn down, rebuilt

CL Central baseball hands Huntley 1st loss, Jacobs moves to 7-1: Wednesday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Prairie Ridge plays long ball, topples Cary-Grove

McHenry’s Natalie Bender all smiles in FVC win against Crystal Lake South

Reese Vrba belts walk-off home run, Prairie Ridge rallies for FVC win over Jacobs

Lake in the Hills opposes state housing, zoning proposal, citing loss of local control

Oliver: Even preparedness plans must change as loved one’s dementia progresses

Horse saved from floodwaters by Marengo firefighters returns home

Algonquin files suit aiming to demolish ‘unsafe’ downtown building

Owen Satterlee throws two-hit shutout as Prairie Ridge beats Cary-Grove: Tuesday’s Northwest Herald roundup

McHenry County residents urged to sign up for free property fraud alerts

Fun times continue for Nathan Neidhardt, McHenry in win over Dundee-Crown

Lyla Ginczycki gives Huntley offense a jolt in FVC win over Crystal Lake Central

Salvation Army debuts new emergency canteen in Crystal Lake: ‘Hope is on the way’

Lake in the Hills might get a new car wash. But officials are concerned about traffic

Traffic lights out in Lake in the Hills intersection

Woodstock might sue to get Thompson’s Appliance building razed or repaired after cave-in

Marengo, Woodstock win KRC baseball openers: Monday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Peyton Mesce’s composure keys Johnsburg’s win over Richmond-Burton

Kyle Ziebell, Gavin Rettberg homer as Huntley rallies to beat Barrington, stay undefeated

Lake in the Hills plans public tours of new police station, veterans memorial rededication

Woman of Distinction: A rise up ranks of banking – from teller to CFO – and inspiring others along the way

From McHenry High to Space Force: Sgt. David Gudgeon found calling in newest US military branch

Vinnie’s day out: Shaw Local reporter’s dog tries out Underdog Academy in Algonquin

IDOT worker injured in crash Friday on Route 120

UConn reaches 3rd national title game in 4 seasons, beats Illinois 71-62

Horse rescued from floodwaters near Marengo after hours-long effort

St. Mary Catholic School 8th grader wins regional spelling bee, heading to national competition in D.C.

Woman whose shoplifting arrest went viral pleads guilty in McHenry County court via Zoom from India

Huntley blasts 5 homers, Mark Petryniec earns 500th career win: Saturday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Crystal Lake industrial building catches fire

Lakewood village manager announces retirement

Moms of McHenry County’s KidsStuff Resale has been saving parents money since 1998

Woodstock Chamber launches digital gift card program

‘Quite alarming’: Cary mayor critical of state zoning, parking legislation, ‘loss of local control’

Nathan Bushy strikes out 9 as Dundee-Crown baseball beats Centennial: Friday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Northwest Herald boys track and field preview: 5 to watch in 2026

2026 Northwest Herald boys track and field season preview capsules

Maggie Hanson’s hat trick propels Marengo to KRC victory over Woodstock North

McHenry’s Buffalo Wild Wings closing; Burlington coming to town

Place to unplug, recharge: Cary Apothecary expands in new location, bringing in wellness services

Collapsed home, downed wires, flooding reported in McHenry County after storms

2026 Northwest Herald girls track and field preview capsules

Northwest Herald girls track and field preview: 5 to watch in 2026

Cloud rotation reported in McHenry County; scattered power outages; flooding possible

Cloud rotation reported in McHenry County; scattered power outages; flooding possible

Burlington Central baseball falls to Romeoville: Thursday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Huntley man accused of attempting to escape from hospital after burglary arrest

Wonder Lake man pleads guilty to possessing child sex abuse image, gets prison

Flashing red lights causing big delays in Huntley

Man charged with DUI after crashing into Woodstock home within inches of where resident sat

Route 31 closed in McHenry area for downed wire, fire

Lily Perocho leads Crystal Lake Central softball to win over Johnsburg: Wednesday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Freshman Karsyn Ledgerwood sparks offense for Prairie Ridge in season-opening win

Liz Smith, Johnsburg celebrate season-opening win over Richmond-Burton

‘Incredibly rewarding’: Carpentersville company designed controls for Artemis II mission

Contractor injured at Scot Forge metal manufacturer in Spring Grove

‘Incredibly rewarding’: Carpentersville company designed controls for Artemis II mission

Distorted soda and sub shop debuts in Crystal Lake for local take on ‘dirty soda’ trend

A new holiday tree for Crystal Lake – with deep roots

Oliver: Managing constant state of grief can be difficult for dementia caregivers

Richmond-Burton’s Maddie Seyller, Harvard’s Julie Silva net hat tricks: Tuesday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Abraham Quinn, Evan McMahon spark Crystal Lake Central in loss to Antioch

Northwest Herald Thank you, Everyday Heroes Contest 2026

Kane County jail release denied for man officials say hid inside Huntley home with knife, ‘in wait to kill’

AJ Freund timeline: Boy from Crystal Lake goes missing, is found dead – and fallout remains 7 years on

Crystal Lake man accused of attacking woman in Chicago parking garage

‘Extensive damage’ by vandals, warmer temps have McHenry rethinking ice rinks

Conviction of DCFS case worker in death of Crystal Lake’s AJ Freund upheld by appeals court

After wrong-fuel snafu causes six-figure repair bill, Lake in the Hills gets new supplier

Crystal Lake South baseball slams Woodstock: Northwest Herald Monday roundup

Brady Bauer homers, Kaden Norman cruises in Cary-Grove’s win against Woodstock North

Megan Kuiper comes out firing, strikes out 20 in Woodstock’s season-opening win

2 on motorcycle injured in crash with car near Richmond that shut down Route 12

Woodstock man charged after online sting operation gets jail time for indecent solicitation

Easter egg hunt hosted by Algonquin scouts makes holiday magic for those with special needs

After long delay, Woodstock’s major Route 47 roadwork set to start this week

Rosters announced for 22nd McHenry County Area All-Star Basketball Extravaganza

Melrose Park man charged with attempted murder, burglary in Huntley incident

Fire destroys pickup truck, trailer and contents Saturday near Marengo

As pressure from residents mount, Wonder Lake aims to assure its hydrants are fine

Teen missing from Huntley has been located

Northwestern Medicine steps up support for Crystal Lake community health clinic as insurance costs soar

Cary-Grove’s Logan Abrams wins shot put title at Illinois Top Times: Saturday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Illinois powers its way to its first Final Four in 21 years, beating Iowa 71-59

Poetry panel set for Sunday in Crystal Lake

No Kings rallies held across McHenry County

Photos: No Kings rally held in McHenry

Huntley police searching for missing teen

Route 120 blocked by semitruck rollover

Crystal Lake Chamber Foundation announces GEM Leadership awards recipients, celebration April 23

McHenry man not guilty by reason of insanity in ‘slashing’ of relative

Person flown from Johnsburg High grounds in medical helicopter

Trump-themed shop on hiatus in new Crystal Lake spot; owner says sales slowed since Iran war

2026 Northwest Herald Boys Basketball Coach of the Year: Johnsburg’s Mike Toussaint

2026 Northwest Herald Boys Basketball Player of the Year: Crystal Lake South’s Carson Trivellini

Boys basketball: 2026 Northwest Herald All-Area team

Huntley baseball team shuts out Marian Central: Friday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Liam Schultz homers twice, notches three hits as Burlington Central falls to Barrington

With 4th DUI case pending, Huntley man bribed official not to report positive urine test, prosecutors say

Crystal Lake man in federal prison for $8M scheme has local trial delayed again

Car crashes into Woodstock home, lands inches from where resident sat

Girls basketball: 2026 Northwest Herald All-Area team

2026 Northwest Herald Girls Basketball Coach of the Year: Johnsburg’s Erin Stochl

2026 Northwest Herald Girls Basketball Player of the Year: Johnsburg’s Summer Toussaint

CL South’s DeLoach, Mauer combine for no-hitter: Thursday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Emma Emricson scores twice, Huntley shuts out Larkin in season opener

7 acres burn in brush fire in Prairie Grove

4 hurt in crash involving dump truck, 2 other vehicles in Barrington Hills

4 hurt in crash involving dump truck, 2 other vehicles in Barrington Hills

Fire that gutted 2 downtown McHenry shops started from roofing torch, caused 2 injuries: official report

2026 Northwest Herald Boys Wrestling Coach of the Year: Johnsburg’s J.D. Sylvanus

2026 Northwest Herald Boys Wrestler of the Year: Marian Central’s Jimmy Mastny

Boys wrestling: 2026 Northwest Herald All-Area Team

Brush fire near Holiday Hills on Wednesday causes smoke plume

Matt Bychowsky’s gem leads Crystal Lake South past St. Viator in Florida: Wednesday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Surgeon who treated woman after random attack in McHenry park described litany of near-fatal injuries

Oliver: COVID-19 finally catches up with this caregiver’s household

McHenry County College raises tuition after keeping it flat last year

McHenry County judge sends Gurnee man to prison for cocaine possession

Gavin Piekos swats homer for Prairie Ridge in win over Palatine: Tuesday’s Northwest Herald roundup

2026 Northwest Herald Girls Wrestling Coach of the Year: Hampshire’s Matt Todd

2026 Northwest Herald Girls Wrestler of the Year: Huntley’s Janiah Slaughter

Girls wrestling: 2026 Northwest Herald All-Area Team

Emmerson Falk, Mei Shirokawa shine as Burlington Central takes down Sycamore

2 people injured in house fire hear McHenry

2 people injured in house fire hear McHenry

(Almost) freezing for a reason: More than 150 take the polar plunge in Fox Lake

(Almost) freezing for a reason: More than 150 take the polar plunge in Fox Lake

Joey Lengle’s walk-off walk lifts Huntley past Fremd in 9 innings

Johnsburg man charged with homicide in crash that killed his girlfriend in Wisconsin: police

Person hit by car at FISH Pantry in Johnsburg during food pickup

With Queen of Hearts success, McHenry VFW Hall to get expanded kitchen

Man allegedly tells Crystal Lake police he drank a ‘ton,’ is charged with 5th DUI after traffic stop

McHenry baseball team scores win over Warren Township: Monday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Driver sues over Cary police pursuit that led to crash, serious injuries

Elijah, Malachi Bell to join dad at Marian Central

Fox Lake Police welcome K9 Officer Yogi

Beloved Cary-Grove musical director to retire after 33-year career

McHenry County STEM robotics team reaches world competition for 3rd straight year

Want the sidewalk in front of your home fixed? Woodstock proposes cost-sharing program

McHenry Riverwalk Foundation seeks contributions to mural to mark US 250th birthday

Antioch man who hid gun in squad car in McHenry gets 20 years in prison for weapon, drug offenses

Woodstock mom continues ‘random acts of kindness’ with bowling fundraiser in honor of late son

Man behind false bomb threat to Huntley High prison-bound again for ‘insulting’ contact with nurse

McHenry Council split on car wash pitch on where retail was planned

I-90 ramp connecting to Route 31 to be closed for months for construction upgrades

McHenry-based Follett Content puts new focus on public libraries

Officials warn of scam demanding payment for Cook County traffic violations through QR code

Abalabix Books of Crystal Lake, Reeses Barkery of McHenry awarded $10K small business grants

Car crashes through guardrail and into marsh near Woodstock

CASA of McHenry County volunteers have advocated for most vulnerable kids for 20 years

Election curiosities: What you might have missed from the primary in McHenry County

2026 Northwest Herald boys lacrosse preview capsules

Northwest Herald boys lacrosse preview: 5 to watch in 2026

Johnsburg, Huntley baseball win season openers: Friday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Oskar Freund, Mason Klimek deliver clutch hits as Cary-Grove rallies over Fremd

Oli Victorine, Crystal Lake Central look sharp in season-opening win

Steve Raethz steps down after 27 seasons as Huntley girls basketball coach

Man accused of starting fire at Crystal Lake motel gets probation

McHenry County faces 2 more lawsuits over rejected solar farms

Woodstock short-term rentals like Airbnbs might have to start paying hotel-motel tax

Marengo woman pleads guilty to 5th DUI, with 6th DUI case pending

2026 Northwest Herald girls lacrosse preview capsules

Northwest Herald girls lacrosse preview: 5 to watch in 2026

Richmond-Burton girls soccer, CLC co-op girls lacrosse win openers: Thursday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Woman jailed over alleged threats to McHenry County state’s attorney on Facebook

Wonder Lake man pleads guilty to selling fatal MDMA to Woodstock North teen ‘missed beyond words’

Woodstock’s Max Beard to transfer to prep school

At least 3 new faces poised to join McHenry County Board after 2 GOP incumbents lose primaries

Northwest Herald boys tennis preview: 5 to watch in 2026

2026 Northwest Herald boys tennis preview capsules

Crystal Lake South boys lacrosse moves to 2-0: Wednesday’s Northwest Herald roundup

State-endangered Northern harrier rehabbed by McHenry County Conservation District

McHenry election judge dies at the polls: ‘Stalwart patriot’

Oliver: Weird power outage proves to be example of good customer service

McHenry County basketball players earn 2026 IBCA All-State honors

2026 Northwest Herald girls soccer preview capsules

Northwest Herald girls soccer preview: 5 to watch in 2026

Peterson appears headed toward rematch with McLaughlin in November for 52nd house seat

Peterson appears headed toward rematch with McLaughlin in November for 52nd house seat

Schneider cruises in 10th District primary

Schneider cruises in 10th District primary

Election 2026: What to watch for in McHenry County as primary polls close

Here are McHenry County’s March 2026 primary election results

Election turnout in McHenry County on pace to match ’22 primary levels

Cary man charged in hit-and-run that injured Crystal Lake pedestrian

Cary man charged in hit-and-run that injured Crystal Lake pedestrian

Several chickens perish in backyard coop fire in Woodstock

McHenry man accused of entering, hiding in woman’s home, then punching her

Polls are open: What to know about Election Day voting in McHenry County - you can still register, vote today

2026 Northwest Herald baseball preview capsules

Northwest Herald baseball preview: 5 to watch in 2026

McHenry shopping center with Aldi, Kohl’s sells for $13.7M

Winter weather briefly closes an early voting location at Crystal Lake library

Letter: Why I support Marty Mohr for McHenry County Board

Woodstock horse rescue launches program to help domestic violence survivors

Retired teacher from Crystal Lake makes books and toys charity an official nonprofit

RSV warning issued for McHenry County as it spreads at high rate later than usual this year

Letter: Plan Commission chair’s admonishments at gravel pit hearing unnecessary

Letter: County Board’s repeated tax increases signal need for change

Letter: Proposed scholarship tax credit threatens church-state separation, reader warns

Letter: A counter protest

Letter: Have JB Pritzker personally pay the cost

Letter: County clerk’s handling of sample ballots, pay increase questioned

Letter: Back Mohr for County Board based on fiscal track record

Letter: Lauren Underwood’s record doesn’t represent our values

Letter: Thoughts on tailgating and casinos

Letter: Voting for Trump, then protesting his policies, is ironic

Letter: Political follies!

Letter: Marty Mohr ready to be held accountable

Car slides into creek near Harvard as blizzard warning takes effect late Sunday

McHenry County school closings for Monday, March 16, because of blizzard warning

Blizzard warning for McHenry County for late Sunday, Monday; ShamROCKS the Fox ends early

Woman of Distinction: Businesswoman, City Council member, community supporter Denise Smith

McHenry County College’s Middle School Career Quest opens young kids’ minds to future careers

Winter weather advisory for McHenry County scheduled for late Sunday, much of Monday

Huntley District 158 kindergarten registration now open

Baseball: 5 storylines to watch in McHenry County in 2026

Huntley softball wins season opener: Friday’s Northwest Herald roundup

MCC offering free tax preparation assistance through April 15

Controversial battery storage plan near Prairie Grove could be formally proposed in ‘coming months’

2026 Northwest Herald Girls Bowler of the Year: Huntley’s Ashlyn Tenglin

Boys basketball: 2025-26 All-Fox Valley Conference team announced

Huntley Chamber hosts EXPO Saturday with local businesses, entertainment, food

2 injured in crash along Route 14 near Harvard

Girls soccer: 5 storylines to watch in McHenry County in 2026

High winds down power lines, close roads in McHenry County

House fire in Crystal Lake displaces residents

2026 Northwest Herald Boys Bowler of the Year: Woodstock’s Max Haggerty

Marian Central shuts out Richmond-Burton: Thursday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Itasca man accused of fatally shooting wife near Harvard will undergo psychological testing

Boys basketball: 2025-26 All-Kishwaukee River Conference team announced

Semi driver cited by state police in deadly crash on I-90 near Huntley

Semi driver cited by state police in deadly crash on I-90 near Huntley

Coroner identifies man killed in fire in Fox Lake condo

McHenry man accused of uploading, sharing and soliciting images of child sex abuse

Woodstock Food Pantry plans move to larger space as need, donations grow; fundraiser is Sunday

2026 Northwest Herald Boys Swimmer of the Year: McHenry’s Robbie Rosenbaum

Wauconda officer took his life: ‘Heartbreaking reminder that mental health struggles can affect anyone’

Woodstock-area gravel pit proposal that prompted backlash from residents is withdrawn

Stryker disrupted by cyber attacks; global firm has large operation in Cary

Oliver: Beloved McHenry eye doctor will be missed by all who knew him

McHenry man found not guilty of starving 2 pit bulls; awaits trial on charges involving 2 other dogs

2026 McHenry County Boys Soccer All-Star Game set for May 8 in Harvard

Crystal Lake family-owned diner Andy’s marks 45 years in business Thursday

Christine Chmiel strikes out 16 in season-opening win for Marian Central: Tuesday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Girls wrestling: 2025-26 All-Kishwaukee River Conference team announced

Boys wrestling: 2025-26 All-Kishwaukee River Conference team announced

Controlled burn spreads, damaging home in Lake in the Hills

Dog missing for over 2 weeks in Glacial Park located by volunteers, drones

Brother of Crystal Lake teen at center of unlawful filming case files suit over her death

Northwest Herald softball preview: 5 to watch in 2026

2026 Northwest Herald softball preview capsules

Journey ends for Jarrel Albea, Johnsburg in loss to Peoria Manual

Jacobs sophomore Skylee Ferrante delivers in season-opening win over Marengo

30 acres burn in brush fire near Marengo

Man dies after being pulled from burning home in Fox Lake

Man dies after being pulled from burning home in Fox Lake

Fox Lake couple charged after police say boy found with ‘welts, bruises and scratches’

ID of person killed in Huntley crash still pending

McHenry County sales tax increase brought in more revenues than property tax it replaced, officials say

Marengo issues update on drinking water after elevated manganese detected

Reeses Barkery has new leash on life in McHenry weeks after devastating fire

New coffee drive-thru coming to Crystal Lake

Cary aims to ease traffic – and concerns of neighbors – at new development near Crystal Lake Walmart

McHenry County Mental Health Board: Build your village at Caregiver Conference March 14

1 person killed in single-vehicle crash Sunday near Huntley

Crystal Lake downtown townhomes get nod, completing project on hold for 30-plus years

Does McHenry have too much gambling? Council member raises concern, votes against license

2nd man pleads guilty to theft by defrauding Crystal Lake homeowner of $4,500

3rd Dunkin’ Donuts gets nod in Crystal Lake after outpouring of community support

Kaneland outlasts Crystal Lake South in physical sectional final

Johnsburg starts fast, beats Rockford Lutheran for 1st sectional title since 2003

Man pleads guilty in fight outside McHenry bar that left victim in coma, gets probation, time served

Cary-Grove boys basketball coach Adam McCloud steps down

TIF shuffle eyed in McHenry in hopes of spurring more redevelopment

Crystal Lake sushi restaurant reevaluating permanent closure

Softball: 5 storylines to watch in McHenry County in 2026

‘Gourmet’ coffeeshop with breakfast, lunch items to replace shuttered Burger King in Cary

Algonquin restaurant shuts down after eviction for unpaid rent

Huntley to build new fleet services facility

Contributions aplenty as Crystal Lake South rolls past Sycamore

Josh Kaunas sparks Johnsburg in IHSA Class 2A sectional semifinal win over Aurora Christian

Rockford police officer accused of theft in McHenry County and home repair fraud, misconduct in Winnebago

Woodstock man accused in beating of gas station clerk found unfit to stand trial

Workforce housing apartments debut, aiming for affordable rents for people who work in McHenry County

Woodstock Route 47 Open House planned for March 18

NAMI launches free ‘first-of-its-kind’ community mental health hub in Crystal Lake

Neighbors oppose gas station, strip mall plan in Lake in the Hills

Donkey on the loose in Woodstock hit by train, owner says

Oliver: Want a battle of generations? Great, but don’t bother us in Generation X

Lake in the Hills fire Tuesday blamed on smoking materials

Person killed in I-90 crash in Huntley is ID’d

Crystal Lake South, Johnsburg boys basketball set for sectional semifinals

Crystal Lake South, Johnsburg boys basketball set for sectional semifinals

McHenry man accused of taking cash for – but not delivering – car, using fake title

Girls basketball: 2025-26 All-Fox Valley Conference team announced

Dungeons & Dragons helps McHenry High students learn English-language skills

Why were scores of fish found dead in a McHenry County Conservation District preserve?

Responders to Lake Killarney water rescue in Cary honored with lifesaving awards

Dollar Tree eyeing Huntley location for new store

Lake in the Hills says vendor supplied wrong fuel; bill tops $320K to repair 2 dozen damaged trucks

McHenry County St. Patrick’s Day Trivia Challenge!

Northwest Herald Athlete of the Week: Prairie Ridge's Nora Terhaar

Book Lovers Giveaway!

Early voting expands in McHenry County Monday for primary election

Home near Woodstock ‘consumed’ by fire

Fox Lake man accused of killing Fox Lake woman found outside Elk Grove Village motel

Fox Lake man accused of killing Fox Lake woman found outside Elk Grove Village motel

St. John’s Catholic Academy in Johnsburg sees enrollment turnaround as it embraces classical education

McHenry man accused of possessing 250-plus images of children sex abuse

Algonquin-Lake in the Hills Chamber celebrates local businesses Olympic style

Conversion to apartments proposed for former Hearthstone care facility in Woodstock

State Rep. Suzanne Ness to hold Town Hall via Zoom March 3

Hampshire wins team title, Huntley’s Janiah Slaughter takes 1st at IHSA state girls wrestling finals

McHenry’s Robbie Rosenbaum, Marian Central’s Antonio Aguirre both swim to 2 state medals

Fox River Grove drops a bunch of building permit fees for residents after adding sales tax

Carpentersville man accused of sexually abusing teen in Algonquin parking lot; allegedly met on Snapchat

Algonquin receives $600K grant to remodel public park

Controversial Woodstock gravel pit consideration delayed until June; opponents’ claims called ‘baseless’

McHenry’s Robbie Rosenbaum swims to championship finals in 2 events

Time runs out, Johnsburg beats Richmond-Burton for 1st regional title since 2019

John Morgan, Crystal Lake South rally to beat Cary-Grove

Fast start fades as McHenry falls to Waukegan in IHSA Class 4A regional final

Seven McHenry County girls wrestlers advance to IHSA state semifinals

Hundreds lost jobs at Brake Parts. So McHenry County College, partners pull off ‘pop-up’ job fair for them

Fire burns 2 homes and garage in Holiday Hills

Trout Valley, 79, man pleads guilty to possessing child sex abuse image, gets 3 years of probation

Crystal Lake man, 20, pleads guilty in Algonquin head-on crash causing serious injuries

Piece out: McHenry’s Pieceful Project to close, but Bumble Bread Co. says it’s on the rise

Downers Grove South seeks nominations for Class of 2026 Distinguished Alumni

Letter: A valuable asset in Dorr Township

Letter: This was the 3rd protest held in McHenry

Letter: Blaming residents for park board tax vote misses the point

Letter: Local sports coverage matters to students

Letter: Illinois must resist Operation Midway Blitz

Letter: Quarry expansion poses air quality and property value risks, resident warns

Letter: Surveillance cameras on town square threaten privacy rights, resident warns

Letter: What anti-ICE protesters don’t get

Johnsburg’s historic season ends with sectional final loss to St. Edward

Geneva controls the glass, knocks off Crystal Lake South in Class 3A sectional final

Man taken into custody after shelter-in-place order canceled for Lake in the Hills

MCRide, MCRide Connect rideshare users to see new fares starting Sunday

Route 31 widening, redevelopment, Riverside Drive all high on McHenry Mayor Jett’s agenda

Police say Chicago man arrested in Huntley with meth in car stolen in Schaumburg

Crystal Lake sushi restaurant to close; Cary location will remain open

Woman accused of threatening McHenry County State’s Attorney in Facebook posts

Boys wrestling: 2025-26 All-Fox Valley Conference team announced

Shelter in place order canceled for Lake in the Hills

McHenry County denies solar farms – then gets sued for turning them down

Key IHSA girls wrestling state storylines to watch in McHenry County

Cary-Grove tops Marmion, Crystal Lake South handles Crystal Lake Central

McHenry, Woodstock advance to regional finals: Wednesday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Richmond-Burton, Johnsburg move on to IHSA Class 2A regional final

Responders prevent deck fire from spreading to home in Cary

Richmond equestrian instructor accused of sex assault suspended as judge from national equestrian group

Boat, snowmobile, trailer burn near McHenry

Oliver: Winter Olympics are reminder that in sport, as in life, we need resilience

Townhomes proposed in downtown Crystal Lake after 30-plus-year wait to finish buildout

Girls basketball: 2025-26 All-Kishwaukee River Conference team announced

Crystal Lake South, Geneva advance to sectional championship

Summer Toussaint, Johnsburg step on gas against Marshall

Burlington Central upsets Geneva to reach regional final: Tuesday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Libertyville claws past Huntley in IHSA Class 4A sectional semifinal

McHenry man accused of starving, neglecting dogs in his care

Cary School District 26 announces new superintendent

Election 2026: Sample ballots now available in McHenry County for primary election voting

Fire leaves Huntley home uninhabitable

Northwest Herald Athlete of the Week: Hampshire’s Stella Piazza

Dundee-Crown beats Elk Grove, advances to Class 4A regional semis: Monday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Eli Loeding, Prairie Ridge slam IMSA

McHenry man with 2 theft-related convictions pleads guilty to burglarizing a vehicle

Someone bought an Illinois Lottery ticket worth $1.15M at country store near Harvard

Crystal Lake man found dead along Route 176 near Prairie Grove is ID’d

McHenry County coroner IDs man found in Wonder Lake Saturday

3 teen girls beaten, 13-year-old charged in altercation involving group of 15-20 boys

McHenry County to charge video gaming terminal fees, require licenses

NAMI McHenry County opens new community mental health hub with ‘crisis living room’ and drop-in center

Democrats call on McHenry County clerk to reject Trump nationalized election plan; he says he will follow law

McHenry County probation officer follows in footsteps of man who raised her

‘Transient thieves’ possibly behind theft of necklace from man doing yard work in Woodstock

Home uninhabitable after fire breaks out Saturday in Wonder Lake

Man accused of beating Woodstock gas station clerk to get mental health evaluation

Cary’s ‘Alfresco Alley’ seasonal outdoor space could get a glow-up, with shades and other upgrades

Marian Central’s Jimmy Mastny completes 3-peat at IHSA state boys wrestling finals

Marian Central’s Antonio Aguirre leads local swimmers advancing to state: Saturday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Man’s body recovered from under the ice in Wonder Lake

Crystal Lake Park District executive director to retire after helping steer through ‘turbulent times’

More new housing planned for Huntley

Woodstock got a $10M state grant for Route 47 work. Then its share of costs went up almost as much

Fire fueled by high winds guts Fox River Grove home

Route 176 closed near Crystal Lake amid police investigation

Marengo man accused of restraining woman by screwing apartment door shut

Nick Stowasser, Crystal Lake South slam McHenry

Huntley’s Ashyln Tenglin 25th at state bowling: Friday’s Northwest Herald sports roundup

Three McHenry County athletes qualify for championship matches: Friday’s IHSA state boys wrestling roundup

Crystal Lake Breaking Bread launches indoor markets, showcasing products of other small businesses

About 250 Huntley High School students walk out in protest of ICE

Acute gastroenteritis on the rise in McHenry County as norovirus spreads

Trial delayed Friday for man accused in violent, random attack on woman in McHenry park

Car smashes into smoke shop in Crystal Lake, causing extensive damage

Coffee drive-thru proposal in Crystal Lake gets lukewarm response

Harvard man guilty of driving pickup truck into Harley-Davidson dealership in Woodstock

3 rescued from Pistakee Lake near Johnsburg after falling through thin ice

Here are key 2026 IHSA boys basketball postseason storylines to watch in McHenry County

Marengo falls to St. Edward in regional championship

Makena Cleary, Crystal Lake South spot on against Woodstock

Six McHenry County athletes advance to semifinals: Thursday’s IHSA state boys wrestling roundup

Kennedy Manning, Olivia Leuze lead Cary-Grove in Class 3A regional final loss against Boylan

Huntley rallies to beat Guilford for 13th regional championship

Undefeated Johnsburg wins regional title: Thursday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Crystal Lake home severely damaged by fire; occupants rescued by police

After halt to fall leaf pickup, McHenry will resume collections in spring

Man admits to overcharging elderly Crystal Lake homeowner by more than $4K for driveway repairs

Student accused of secretly recording 3 women in bathroom at McHenry County College

Sales tax rebate granted for restaurant owner taking over former Vickie’s Place in McHenry

Johnsburg ties IHSA record with 25 3s, Trey Toussaint sets team record: Wednesday’s Northwest Herald roundup

IHSA regional, sectional and supersectional assignments for McHenry County boys basketball teams

Woodstock beats Woodstock North to win KRC title

Crystal Lake woman killed in Hoffman Estates crash is ID’d

Marengo man accused of exposing himself multiple times at his window now faces felony charge

Slaughterhouse near Wonder Lake roundly rejected by McHenry County Board

Oliver: After 2 cancer battles, annual mammogram can be source of trepidation

Key IHSA boys wrestling state storylines to watch in McHenry County

Lake in the Hills fire guts power sports storage building

‘Suspicious package’ in Crystal Lake turns out to be harmless

Dylan Dumele, Cary-Grove clinch FVC title outright by beating McHenry

Top seed, undefeated Johnsburg advances to regional final: Tuesday’s Northwest Herald sports roundup

Woodstock, Crystal Lake South advance to Class 3A regional final

Cary man gets 7-year sentence for crash that killed police officer

Cary man gets 7-year sentence for crash that killed police officer

Pingree Grove woman accused of smashing car into Huntley garage, causing ‘extensive damage’ inside

No injuries reported in house fire near McHenry

Authorities shut down road in Crystal Lake for ‘suspicious package’

52nd House Democratic hopefuls discuss immigration, Illinois TRUST Act

Basketball brings out enthusiasm in Johnsburg’s Jayce Schmitt

Woodstock boys get 20th win: Monday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Myah Broughton’s career night lifts Marengo past Genoa-Kingston

Crystal Lake woman, 25, dies after single-vehicle crash in Hoffman Estates

Crystal Lake woman, 25, dies after single-vehicle crash in Hoffman Estates

Wonder Lake man accused of handcuffing, assaulting woman gets 7 years in prison

Northeast McHenry County local leaders tout park upgrades, economic development

What referendums will McHenry County voters see on the primary ballot?

Pingree Grove woman accused of Huntley home burglary, animal cruelty

Wonder Lake-area residents make last push to stop slaughterhouse

McHenry considers how to honor its memorable residents

Lakewood man gets 9 years in prison for DUI crash that killed his passenger

Ex-McHenry smoke shop owner accused of dealing drugs pleads guilty to lesser charge, gets jail time

Spurred by end of SNAP education programs, community hub in Woodstock connects those in need with help

Marian Central qualifies 5 for state, crowns 3 sectional champions at Class 2A Geneseo

Hampshire’s Knox Homola, coached by dad, leads trio of Whip-Purs headed to state

Hampshire qualifies 4 for state, leads McHenry County teams at IHSA Schaumburg Sectional

Huntley bowlers Ashlyn Tenglin, Katie Scaletta qualify for state: Saturday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Cary-Grove co-op takes back Fox Valley Conference Invite championship

Election 2026: What to know about how to vote in McHenry County

Hobby Lobby to move to new Algonquin location

Home catches fire Saturday near McHenry

Lake in the Hills man accused of sexually assaulting children

Harvard man, 18, accused of strangling woman until she ‘crashed out,’ then sexually assaulting her

Police got 6 tips that Wonder Lake man was dealing drugs. Now he has a 6-year prison sentence

McHenry spirit wear shop raise $13K for fire-damaged downtown businesses

Ryan Murray’s clutch 3 rallies Woodstock past Johnsburg

AJ Berndt scores 1,000th point as Cary-Grove tops Crystal Lake Central, clinches share of FVC boys hoops title

Huntley girls wrap up 5th straight FVC title: Friday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Huntley man possessed thousands of ‘violent and explicit’ images of child sex abuse, prosecutor says

More high school students across McHenry County walk out of class to protest ICE

Woodstock gets $3M in federal funding for Route 47 widening

Lake County man charged with ramming car into Crystal Lake home, cutting cables at business; $135K in damage

Norge ski jumper Kevin Bickner enjoying elder statesman role at Winter Olympics, looks ahead to large hill

IHSA 2026 girls basketball postseason schedules for teams across McHenry County

Here are key 2026 IHSA girls basketball postseason storylines to watch in McHenry County

Brake Parts, which has shut its doors in McHenry, was once top donor to local charities

Marengo girls defeat Woodstock, reach 20 wins: Thursday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Marengo man charged 4th time since 2024 with public indecency, exposing himself

Crystal Lake man admits to using ‘dark web,’ Facebook to sell meth, is sent to federal prison

2 vehicle crash at Sun City Huntley, prompting water rescue call

Search of Huntley home results in 17 charges of child sex abuse images against 20-year-old

Here are key 2026 IHSA wrestling sectional storylines to watch in McHenry County

Brush fire spreads, destroys shed in Huntley

Crystal Lake man tried ‘to seduce, lure’ child with promises of cash, gifts, authorities say

Wisconsin man accused of sexually assaulting Crystal Lake child, 8

Johnsburg girls basketball team caps undefeated regular season: Northwest Herald Wednesday roundup

Huntley shoots past Hampshire, clinches share of FVC girls basketball title

Updated: Gas line leak in Crystal Lake repaired after alarm upgraded, buildings monitored

McHenry County veterans organizations receive $100K state grants from lottery money

Bud Shanahan, Crystal Lake Central ‘D-up’ against McHenry

New Woodstock North principal named

New Woodstock North principal named

Updated: Gas line leak in Crystal Lake repaired after alarm upgraded, buildings monitored

Oliver: Please just let me watch the Super Bowl (and commercials and show) in peace

Man who died in crash near Richmond Tuesday is ID’d

Man who died in crash near Richmond Tuesday is ID’d

Clearbrook offers gifts for Valentine’s, other special occasions crafted by clients with disabilities

Clearbrook offers gifts for Valentine’s, other special occasions crafted by clients with disabilities

Driver dead at scene of single-car crash near Richmond

Bud Shanahan, Crystal Lake Central ‘D-up’ against McHenry

Jacobs gets 16th victory, back to .500 in Fox Valley: Tuesday’s Northwest Herald Sports Roundup

Jacobs controls the glass, dominates on defense in FVC win at Huntley

Marengo alerts residents about elevated manganese levels in water

Marengo alerts residents about elevated manganese levels in water

Car crashes into utility pole in Woodstock, closing road for hours

2026 Election Questionnaire: Brian Sager, McHenry County Board, District 7

Driver dead at scene of single-car crash near Richmond

Facebook connections reunite Spring Grove man with Carhartt jacket

Facebook connections reunite Spring Grove man with Carhartt jacket

Burlington Central’s Declan Wilson already standing tall: Northwest Herald boys basketball notebook

Nora Terhaar, undistracted Prairie Ridge fly high at Conant

Johnsburg girls basketball notches 30th consecutive victory: Monday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Huntley withstands the pressure, tops Burlington Central to take back FVC lead

Crystal Lake Central students walk out of class in ICE protest

Helping foster parents help kids is goal of Family Support Fund in McHenry County

Northwest Herald Athlete of the Week: Johnsburg’s Summer Toussaint

Huntley District 158 fills school board vacancy after Andy Bittman’s sudden departure

McHenry crafters finish projects faster than they can find places to donate them

More than $12M pouring into 9th Congressional District race

More than $12M pouring into 9th Congressional District race

Man convicted of sexually assaulting child in Woodstock gets 36-year sentence

Chemical smell in air coming from south, Algonquin area fire officials say

North Carolina man accused of reaching for illegally owned gun during altercation in Marengo RV park

North Carolina man accused of reaching for illegally owned gun during altercation in Marengo RV park

Happy Jack’s is back: Iconic McHenry spot reopens with new owners

Lawsuit settled in beef between McHenry Golf Club, Addison’s Steakhouse

Johnsburg girls hoops stay unbeaten, set program record with 29th win: Saturday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Crystal Lake delays vote on drive-thru Dunkin’ location again

Hampshire crowns four champions, leads McHenry County teams at IHSA girls wrestling regional

Crystal Lake adds more parking restrictions around Lake Roots to appease neighbors

Harvard man accused of possessing hundreds of videos of children pleads guilty to single image, gets 7 years

Laid-off workers at McHenry’s Brake Parts say company claimed jobs were safe

2026 Election Questionnaire: Phil Andrew, U.S. House of Representatives, 9th District

2026 Election Questionnaire: Sam Polan, U.S. House of Representatives, 9th District

2026 Election Questionnaire: Mike Simmons, U.S. House of Representatives, 9th District

2026 Election Questionnaire: Bushra Amiwala, U.S. House of Representatives, 9th District

2026 Election Questionnaire: John Elleson, U.S. House of Representatives, 9th District

2026 Election Questionnaire: Laura Fine, U.S. House of Representatives, 9th District

AJ Berndt, Cary-Grove outlast Burlington Central

Huntley’s Steve Raethz earns 500th career win: Friday’s Northwest Herald sports roundup

Adam Anwar’s career-best 36 points leads McHenry to FVC victory at Jacobs

Mallory Glover’s career night helps Crystal Lake South top Hampshire

Crystal Lake man charged with grooming

Crystal Lake man reports to federal prison for defrauding investors out of $8M

Owner of Richmond equestrian center accused of sexually assaulting minor, jailed

Jacobs High School searching for new principal

Man who served time for Crystal Lake motel drug bust allegedly found with cocaine, switchblade

Woodstock eyes more regulation of video gaming

Victim ID’d from fatal New Year’s Eve crash near Harvard

2026 Election Questionnaire: Jeff Walter, U.S. House of Representatives, 11th District

Cary-Grove co-op boys swimming dominates FVC dual: Thursday’s Northwest Herald sports roundup

Fun continues for Carreno brothers, improved Alden-Hebron in win over OLSHA

Marengo boys and girls basketball win: Thursday’s Northwest Herald Sports Roundup

Marian Central edges out Washington, Geneseo downs Batavia at IHSA Class 2A dual sectional

‘Hearts permanently broken’: Driver in DUI crash that killed Island Lake man sentenced; family tells of grief

Sprinkler system saves garage fire from spreading in Crystal Lake apartment complex

2026 Election Questionnaire: Joe Sosnowski, State Representative 69th District

Woodstock sets up relief fund for Route 47 businesses affected by roadwork

Gaby Dzik scores 31 points in Crystal Lake South win: Wednesday’s Northwest Herald roundup

McHenry Brake Parts operation closes, hundreds of jobs lost, parent company founder charged

McHenry Brake Parts operation closes, hundreds of jobs lost, parent company founder charged

Seniors’ energy sparks Woodstock against Richmond-Burton

Norge Ski Club ends association with local bar over sign club says ‘encouraged violence’

McHenry Brake Parts operation closes, hundreds of jobs lost, parent company founder charged

Woodstock will install Flock cameras in the Square, despite strong opposition

Lake in the Hills police to move into new station Thursday

2026 Election Questionnaire: Marty Mohr, McHenry County Board, District 8

2026 Election Questionnaire: Larry W. Smith, McHenry County Board, District 8

McHenry County grand jury indictments for the week of Dec. 10 - 16, 2023

Oliver: ‘What do you want to be when you grow up?’ can be a hard question to answer

Next up in the family, Ithandehui Rosas making her mark with Harvard wrestling

Elijah Bell, Jacobs wear it well in win over Dundee-Crown

Johnsburg girls hoops win first conference title since 2017: Tuesday’s Northwest Herald sports roundup

Crystal Lake South crashes the boards, rallies for FVC win at Burlington Central

Chimney fire breaks out near Marengo; officials issue safety warning

Above the crowd: Norge tournament soars as Olympics preview

Above the crowd: Norge tournament soars as Olympics preview

Spring Grove food pantry puts out call for donations as demand grows

Seed swap Saturday: Gardening community grew online – then blossomed in real life

Field narrows in 9th Congressional District Democratic primary

Field narrows in 9th Congressional District Democratic primary

2026 Election Questionnaire: Maria Peterson, State Representative, 52nd District

2026 Election Questionnaire: Martin McLaughlin, State Representative, 52nd District

Alden-Hebron’s Hayden Smith piles on points in historic sophomore season

Kennedy Manning’s 3 beats the buzzer, sends Cary-Grove to wild win over Huntley

Northwest Herald’s Monday roundup: Nora Terhaar, Prairie Ridge gymnasts dominate Schaumburg Regional

Audrey LaFleur, Burlington Central wear down short-handed Crystal Lake South

Huntley man committed ‘lewd act’ in his garage with door open, authorities say

Groundhog Day: A day in the life of Woodstock Willie

Pingree Grove man guilty of killing Crystal Lake man, concealing his body in barn

Pingree Grove man guilty of killing Crystal Lake man, concealing his body in barn

How ‘Groundhog Day’ came to be filmed in Woodstock

Local legend’s pregame speech fires up Woodstock: Northwest Herald boys basketball notebook

Crystal Lake man tries again to delay prison for $8M scheme but is due to begin sentence Friday

Northwest Herald Athlete of the Week: Crystal Lake South’s Carson Trivellini

It’s Groundhog Day on Woodstock Square. Did Willie see his shadow?

Huntley officials open to new duplex development after it was scaled down

Hundreds rally against ICE in McHenry

Richmond man, 21, pleads guilty to misdemeanor DUI in crash that seriously injured him, passenger

2 McHenry County roads to get lower speed limit; 3 other reductions rejected

2026 Election Questionnaire: Karen Battaglia, Illinois State Senate, District 32

Groundhog competition: Randall Oaks Zoo brings out Cedar the groundhog for weather predictions

Huntley crowns 4 regional champs at DeKalb, Hampshire gets 3: Northwest Herald wrestling roundup

Plan for 5-story building on Fox River Grove’s Block B ‘unlikely’ without new TIF, consultant says

Burlington Central competitive dance takes runner-up at state: Saturday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Johnsburg delights Lil’ Dribblers, tops Marengo to stay unbeaten

Marian Central wins IHSA 2A boys wrestling regional at Harvard

‘ICE Out Now’ protest set for Sunday in McHenry

JJ Stokes’ clutch 3 helps lift Woodstock past Marengo

Huntley boys bowling sits in 10th place at IHSA State Meet: Friday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Carson Trivellini, Crystal Lake South storm back for FVC win over Huntley

Lana Hobday’s overtime 3 sends Huntley past Crystal Lake South in battle for 1st place in FVC

‘Thank you for the decades’: McHenry County public defender’s surprise sendoff after almost 40 years

Marengo’s Parker Weadge hunts rebounds

Renovations coming to Stage Left Cafe at Woodstock Opera House, though cost to city raises some eyebrows

90 days in jail for Wonder Lake man who pleaded guilty to sexually abusing child

Ex-Huntley school board member gave no reason for sudden departure in resignation letter

Family of Crystal Lake Central basketball player who died at 16 honors his legacy over nearly 40 years

Marian Central wrestling seeks 4th straight IHSA regional title, this time in Class 2A

Cary man with past attempted murder convictions turns himself in on 6th DUI charge

Woman randomly beaten, permanently injured in McHenry park testifies defendant ‘ruined my life’

Twins delivered in ambulance on way to hospital from Crystal Lake-area home

Garbage fire cause of reported blast near Cary; chief praises crews’ work in extreme cold

Crystal Lake man who judge says advertised, sold drugs on social media pleads guilty

Man accused of ‘unprovoked attack’ on woman in McHenry park to stand trial Thursday

Aiyana Fourdyce, Woodstock hold off Richmond-Burton for KRC win

Sean Roth’s bullish effort leads Hampshire past Marian Central

Summer Toussaint scores 1,000th point as Johnsburg wins 25th in a row: Wednesday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Macy Noe nets double-double, Marengo defense stifles Plano for KRC victory

$2 billion data center proposal in Barrington Hills withdrawn

$2 billion data center proposal in Barrington Hills withdrawn

Harvard ‘castle’ still on the market – for about $4M – after auction produced no buyer

Crystal Lake park board lawyer – ex-member hired by new majority for $425 an hour – won’t be replaced

Oliver: If it sounds too good to be true, beware when it comes to health products

Crystal Lake Central’s Ruby Macke thinks big picture after season-ending injury

Johnsburg, Woodstock athletes eclipse 100 wins: Northwest Herald boys wrestling notebook

Trey Toussaint’s 27 points lead Johnsburg past Richmond-Burton

Crystal Lake South keeps pace in FVC with win over Dundee-Crown: Tuesday’s Northwest Herald sports roundup

Bell brothers shine in big moments as Jacobs hands Cary-Grove first FVC loss

Route 47 widening in Woodstock set to begin – again – this spring after yearlong delay

Woodstock Walmart fully reopens after alleged arson fire

Pingree Grove man argues he killed Crystal Lake resident in self-defense

Pingree Grove man argues he killed Crystal Lake resident in self-defense

Woodstock Fine Arts Association offers scholarships to high school seniors

Mercyhealth welcomes board certified interventional cardiologist

Crystal Lake South’s Carson Trivellini continues to grow: Northwest Herald boys basketball notebook

A groundhog robot? Woodstock won’t bow to PETA pressure to replace its woodchuck mascot

Johnsburg girls basketball beats Lakes for 24th straight victory: Monday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Sami Pottorff, Crystal Lake Central go all out in win over Woodstock North

Julia Scheuer, Audrey LaFleur steer Burlington Central past Hampshire

Woodstock man, 18, accused of Snapchat gun threats while on pretrial release in alleged Walmart beating

Woodstock’s Food Shed launches capital campaign amid money struggles

Fire guts McHenry shed

IHSA regional, sectional wrestling assignments for McHenry County schools

Northwest Herald Athlete of the Week: Johnsburg’s Skye Toussaint

Retired teacher from Crystal Lake gives away books and toys, looks to expand charity program

Former Bulldog Ale House in McHenry soon to reopen as Red Roses Banquets

Marengo-area resident treated for smoke inhalation after house fire Saturday

Crystal Lake food pantry volunteers receive honorary street name

Family settles for $1M in wrongful death suit from double-fatal UTV crash near Hebron

Huntley boys bowling advances to state: Saturday’s Northwest Herald roundup

No warm reception for proposed solar farm in Huntley

Cary-Grove Chamber’s ‘welcoming’ new offices include conference room for members’ use

‘What a small town is about’: McHenry businesses rally to help after downtown fire destroys bakery, store

House outside McHenry a total loss in early Saturday fire as crews battle both blaze, blistering cold

Discipline, conditioning from cross country aiding Richmond-Burton’s Madelyn Peterie

Crystal Lake man accused of stealing from veterans gets trial delay while awaiting prison for $8M scheme

Cary-Grove holds off Crystal Lake South, stays perfect in Fox Valley Conference

Aidan Gibbs’ 21 points lead Huntley past McHenry: Friday’s Northwest Herald sports roundup

Laken LePage, Crystal Lake South drive past Cary-Grove for key FVC win

Person killed in Wonder Lake-area crash identified

Groundhog Days activities step off with scavenger hunt starting Saturday, new this year

Huntley man charged in child sex abuse case with North Carolina ties, ‘other potential victims,’ police say

Cary names new police chief

Huntley rolls over Prairie Ridge, wins eighth FVC championship in 10 years

Hayden Smith scores 43 to lead Alden-Hebron girls: Thursday’s Northwest Herald sports roundup

Johnsburg wrestling wins first conference championship since 1995

McHenry County’s next public defender named after predecessor’s 40-year run

School closings announced in McHenry County Friday because of extreme cold. Check our list

McHenry Council open to possible tax rebate to redevelop former Vickie’s Place restaurant

School closings announced in McHenry County Friday because of extreme cold. Check our list

Get your greens and herbs year-round at new Fox Lake indoor farm

Republican groups host GOP candidates at McHenry County forums Thursday and Sunday

McHenry Athletics gets behind ‘Riverside Strong’ endeavor: Northwest Herald boys basketball notebook

New community of duplexes proposed in Algonquin

Crystal Lake approves 175 single-family home development after tweaks

Johnny Kemp, defense stand out for Prairie Ridge against Huntley

Ty Steponaitis’ monster dunk, Woodstock’s stellar defense combine to hand Johnsburg first KRC loss

Crystal Lake South’s Carson Trivellini surpasses 1,000 points: Wednesday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Jason Hampton, Joliet Catholic dominate senior-night match against Marian Central

Lake in the Hills man sexually assaulted girl ‘multiple’ times, gave her a wedding ring, authorities say