A new "dirty" soda and sub shop has opened in downtown Crystal Lake, complete with a theme that transports customers back to the 1990s, with an emphasis on grunge, rock and rap music that defined the era.

Crystal Lake’s downtown Depot Park is seeing major changes with a multi-million-dollar renovation that includes a new holiday tree that pays homage to a distinguished family name with deep Crystal Lake roots.

The single-family residence located at 1031 Timberwood Lane in Algonquin was sold on March 17, for $390,000, or $261 per square foot.

Caregiving can be physically demanding. However, even more challenging can be managing the emotions that go with caregiving, particularly for those whose loved ones have Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia.

As Shaw Media celebrates its 175th anniversary, we looked back at four front pages from April 1. These archives serve as a time capsule, capturing everything from early 20th-century municipal debates to the local impact of global conflicts and health crises

A single-family home located at 11809 Strawberry Lane in Huntley has a new owner since March 18.

Celebrate Easter with eggs hunts in Crystal Lake and Woodstock this weekend.

The single-family residence located at 1202 Carey Drive in McHenry was sold on March 17, for $455,000, or $170 per square foot.

The conviction and sentencing of a DCFS case worker – accused of not protecting a 5-year-old Crystal Lake boy from his abusive mother, who eventually killed him – was upheld by an appellate court.