Marty Mohr: I am open to renewable energy, but I am firmly opposed to the state’s current approach, which strips local communities of their decision-making power. Read Mohr's full questionnaire here

Larry W. Smith on top priorities for the McHenry County Board: Reducing taxes, creating jobs and protecting our farmland and open spaces are important to the voters in District 8

Martin McLaughlin: I will continue to vote against any tax increases, and I will support property tax relief. Read McLaughlin's full questionnaire here

The McHenry County Board has had its say on a series of speed limit reductions proposed on county roads. Which ones passed?

Karen Battaglia: Property taxes are one of the biggest pressures on families in our district, and school funding is a major driver of those costs. I believe we can provide relief to homeowners without shortchanging our schools. Read Battaglia's full questionnaire here

Republican candidates for Illinois governor said cooperating with local authorities and "handing over the bad guys" from the local jails to ICE would "stop the chaos" on the streets, as one candidate said.

Two Republican Party candidate forums will take place in McHenry County Thursday, Jan. 22 and Sunday, Jan. 25

McHenry County has been awarded over $2 million in federal money for safety improvements on Charles Road in the Woodstock area, expected to be used toward a roundabout.

The McHenry County Board might soon be asking drivers to slow down on a few roads around the county.