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What was that loud boom in McHenry area Thursday night? The mystery remains

Luke Robinson, clutch free throws by Gardner bros lift Richmond-Burton to E.C. Nichols title

Woman of Distinction: She grew up without a safe place. Now she helps others gain stability

El Molino restaurant in Carpentersville reopens with new look, new owners who also run Elgin taqueria

Prairie Ridge High plans stadium glow-up including artificial turf, more seating

McHenry County College nursing program ranked No. 1 in state

Cary Park District spreads holiday cheer to seniors: ‘Reminder community has not forgotten them’

Luke Robinson, clutch free throws by Gardner bros lift Richmond-Burton to E.C. Nichols title

McHenry wins consolation title at Elgin Holiday Tournament: Saturday’s Northwest Herald roundup

IHSA football playoffs expanded with passage of Proposal 19

2025 Northwest Herald Football Coach of the Year: Richmond-Burton’s Mike Noll

2025 Northwest Herald Football Player of the Year: Prairie Ridge’s Luke Vanderwiel

Roll Call: Policing was tough in 2025 and the challenges will continue in the coming year

Eye On Illinois: Early access to high school credit will benefit those who have the opportunity

Historic Highlights: Montgomery was an American Revolutionary War hero

Lovina’s Amish Kitchen: Lovina shares about Christmas dinner, pork butchering and more

Spirit Matters: In the midst of chaos and uncertainty, be soft

Paperwork: My morning routine begins with an argument … with myself

Eat, drink and play at these suburban ‘eatertainment’ spots on New Year’s Eve

Unforgettable Elvis tribute comes to Raue Center for the Arts

The 2025 stories in northern Illinois you read most

Huntley Red Raiders Fastpitch softball opens new practice facility

Addie Kopf’s late free throws lift Maine South past Huntley at Komaromy Classic

Chicago Bears win first NFC North title since 2018