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May 09, 2025
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Schakowsky to retire from U.S. House in 2026: ‘Time for me to pass the baton’

Schakowsky to retire from U.S. House in 2026: ‘Time for me to pass the baton’

U.S. Rep. Jan Schakowsky, the longest-serving member of the suburban delegation to Congress, won’t run again in 2026.

By Russell Lissau - Daily Herald Media Group●
May 05, 2025 at 3:53 pm CDT

As Schakowsky decision looms, another Democrat announces run for her congressional seat

As Schakowsky decision looms, another Democrat announces run for her congressional seat

With veteran Democratic U.S. Rep. Jan Schakowsky expected to announce Monday if she’ll run for reelection in Illinois’ 9th District, another newcomer has launched a campaign for the seat.

By Russell Lissau - Daily Herald Media Group●
May 01, 2025 at 4:04 pm CDT

Speed-limit reductions proposed on McHenry County roads

Speed-limit reductions proposed on McHenry County roads

Several McHenry County roads could soon see speed-limit reductions, though a county board committee recommended against a majority of the proposed changes.

By Claire O'Brien●
May 01, 2025 at 5:15 am CDT

McHenry City Council says goodbye to Aldermen Santi, McClatchey

McHenry City Council says goodbye to Aldermen Santi, McClatchey

Victor "Vic" Santi, who served on the McHenry City Council for 20 years, and Frank McClatchey, who has served on-and-off for 16 years, said goodbye. Santi chose not to run for and McClatchey lost reelection.

By Janelle Walker●
April 27, 2025 at 1:05 pm CDT

Will County school libraries set to receive more than $60,000 in funding

Will County school libraries set to receive more than $60,000 in funding

Schools in Joliet and Will County are set to receive over $63,000 in library funding through Illinois' annual School District Library Grant Program.

By Jessie Molloy●
April 24, 2025 at 1:59 pm CDT

McHenry County’s only I-90 interchange is 5 years old. Here’s where Marengo’s plans to develop the area stand

McHenry County’s only I-90 interchange is 5 years old. Here’s where Marengo’s plans to develop the area stand

McHenry County's only I-90 interchange is at Route 23 in Marengo and opened five years ago. The land around it remains mostly agricultural but Marengo aims to bring new development there.

By Claire O'Brien●
April 24, 2025 at 6:43 am CDT

Longtime critic of townships blasts McHenry County Board member for holding 2 elected offices

Longtime critic of townships blasts McHenry County Board member for holding 2 elected offices

Mike Shorten is a McHenry County Board member and is also now the supervisor-elect of Nunda Township. He plans to hold both offices; longtime township government critic Bob Anderson called on Shorten to resign from the county board.

By Claire O'Brien●
April 19, 2025 at 5:00 am CDT

Final votes in for McHenry County local elections. Find out which seats flipped, and if any write-ins won

Final votes in for McHenry County local elections. Find out which seats flipped, and if any write-ins won

With remaining votes reported in the April 1 local election, did any results change?

By Claire O'Brien●
April 17, 2025 at 8:54 am CDT

McHenry County’s election results for April 2025

McHenry County’s election results for April 2025

Voters this week in McHenry County determined who will make the important decisions regarding their communities, schools, townships, fire departments, parks and libraries. See the results here.

By Emily K. Coleman●
April 16, 2025 at 9:19 am CDT

McHenry County mayors (mostly) fended off ballot box challenges. Who’s winning and who’s trailing?

McHenry County mayors (mostly) fended off ballot box challenges. Who’s winning and who’s trailing?

Several McHenry County-area mayors and village presidents faced and fended off ballot-box challenges – but not all. Here's a look at who won and lost and who got a free pass for another term.

By Janelle Walker, Michelle Meyer and Claire O'Brien●
April 07, 2025 at 1:08 pm CDT
Leonetta Rizzi out as head of McHenry County Mental Health Board; departure follows strife over sales tax

Leonetta Rizzi out as head of McHenry County Mental Health Board; departure follows strife over sales tax

The McHenry County Mental Health Board has parted ways with its executive director, Leonetta Rizzi.

By Claire O'Brien●
April 04, 2025 at 5:00 am CDT
Grafton Township Board turns blue as voters also deliver change to Huntley District 158 school board

Grafton Township Board turns blue as voters also deliver change to Huntley District 158 school board

The Grafton Township Board has been run by Republicans for years. But Tuesday, three of four seats went to the Democrats. School District 158, also Huntley-based, also saw a shift in this election.

By Claire O'Brien●
April 03, 2025 at 9:01 am CDT

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