Crystal Lake

Crystal Lake objected to a storage facility. The county board might wind up voting it down.

The wideining of Route 47 through Woodstock is near. Here's what you need to know.

The father of a former Crystal Lake student is suing the city and School District 47, claiming his civil rights were violated after he used a paper gun in a school project.

Think Floyd USA, renowned for its stunningly authentic tribute to the legendary Pink Floyd, presents a mesmerizing celebration of the 50th anniversary of the album “Wish You Were Here.”

Celebrate New Year's Eve at one of these exciting parties and events in McHenry, Kane and DuPage counties.

Blend, a grab-and-go smoothie and juice bar will be the latest addition in Algonquin Commons near health-conscious businesses like Hotworx, Orange Theory and Stretch Zone.

Ring in the New Year at Raue Center for the Arts as Elton Rohn, a tribute to Elton John, performs at 7 p.m. Dec. 31.

Six newcomers and four existing stores will have space at McHenry's Riverwalk Shoppes for the 2025 season starting in May

A Crystal Lake man is accused of sharing “sexually explicit" images and messages with a 13-year-old child from Texas over Snapchat; authorities said he lied about his age.

A look back at some of the outtakes from recent assignment for the Northwest Herald.

WGN TV's Ana Belaval, along with Jeanie Doogan and Chelsea Hood star in a night of holiday stand-up comedy Dec. 14.

Developers are looking to expand the age-restricted Oakbrook Estates community by adding 67 more units by Three Oaks and Sands roads in Crystal Lake.

The Crystal Lake Park District has announced its digital winter-spring activity guide will be released Dec. 10,

About 250 McHenry County children got the chance to Shop with a Cop Sunday.

Prosecutors said a 70-year-old Crystal Lake man exchanged sexually explicit messages with someone he believed to be an 11-year-old child.

Woodstock is eyeing more rules for food trucks to have more control over where and how long they can operate.

Developers are back seeking city approval again for a 93-unit apartment complex within walking distance of the Pingree Road Metra station in Crystal Lake.

A Crystal Lake attorney’s law license will be temporarily suspended after a finding by state regulators that he “misappropriated” more than $74,000 from his client trust account.

Celebrate the holiday season with festivals in Fox River Grove, Marengo and Spring Grove this weekend.

Crystal Lake City Council postpones the consideration of a 5% self-storage facility rental tax after industry leaders push back.

Henri Giugni brought in four pairs of native trumpeter swans in 1985 and now up to 100 trumpeter swans return every winter to the Harvard castle he owns with wife, June.

A look back at some of photojournalist Gregory Shaver's favorite pictures of the month in the Northwest Herald for November.

Cary-based podcasters Mark Chandler and Bob Baker will be hosting their first live show of the podcast “Festive Foreign Film Fans” next week at Duke’s Alehouse in Crystal Lake.

Joe Cicero was due to announce Wednesday during his Star 105.5 radio show that he is leaving the morning show he's been at for 15 years with on-air partner Tina Bree.

The widow of a Wisconsin man is pushing Illinois and federal officials to install guardrails on the tollway ramp where he died after leaving a Crystal Lake restaurant.

Lorraine Egan was still at Crystal Lake Central High School when Pearl Harbor was bombed and she decided to joined the Navy's as among the first of the WAVES units.

Kids In Need of McHenry County, a home for women with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and a Woodstock nonprofit that gives fidget toys to kids in emergency rooms, police stations and fire departments were among the nonprofits readers plan to donate to.

Four new people joined the McHenry County Board Monday as the Republican Part expanded its majority on the board by two members.

Limited spots are still available for this year’s holiday tea event at the Colonel Palmer House in Crystal Lake. This year’s theme is The Christmas Tree Ship.

Experience the magic of Elvis with 'The King in Concert,' featuring Jimmy Holmes, on Saturday, Jan. 11.

State's Attorney-elect Randi Freese is scheduled to become the first woman to serve in that role Monday. Several new county board members are set to begin their terms Monday as well.

A pole barn-garage structure near Crystal Lake suffered fire, heat, smoke and water damage in a fire Saturday.

The Santa Run For Kids happens Sunday, Dec. 1 in Crystal Lake.

Households across McHenry County spread cheer with elaborate Christmas light decorations that double as food drives for local pantries.

The Festival of Lights Holiday Parade in Crystal Lake on Friday, Nov. 29, 2024, officially kicks off the holiday season.

Ring in 2025 as some of the best stand-up comedians take the stage at Raue Center in Crystal Lake for a classic comedy show complete with music, games and the year in review.

The Neighborhood Tourist region provides a plethora of shops and boutiques for any taste or interest. These unique shops are located in Geneva, Crystal Lake, McHenry, Oswego, Morris and Grayslake.

Crystal Lake resident Kendall Nolan completes her lifelong dream of owning her own yarn store, Colorways Yarn Shoppe.

A Chicago man is accused of trying to use counterfeit $100 bills to make purchases in three Crystal Lake businesses; at Chick-Fil-A, the Vitamin Shoppe and Jewel-Osco.

Farmers and farmland owners interested in local sustainable agriculture will have the opportunity to network at the upcoming Common Ground gathering.

Plenty of holiday festivities this weekend in McHenry County including parades in Crystal Lake and Woodstock.

The night before Thanksgiving is known as 'Drinksgiving,' where old friends reunite at local bars. Check out these award-winning bars and pubs in northern Illinois.

Going to the theatre to see 'The Nutcracker' ballet is a special holiday tradition for many families.

A Crystal Lake man accused of cutting another man during a fist fight early Monday, though his lawyer said he acted in self defense.

The Crystal Lake Park District is accepting children’s letters to Santa through Dec. 6.

McHenry County property transfers for Oct. 21, 2024, in the communities of Algonquin, Cary, Crystal Lake, Harvard, Hebron, Huntley, Island Lake, Johnsburg, Lake in the Hills, Lakemoor, Lakewood, Marengo, McHenry, Richmond, Spring Grove, Wonder Lake and Woodstock.

The Crystal Lake School District 47 school board is set to consider changes its middle school boundaries for the next school year that could mean more busing but would better group together future high school classes.

Since Timmy, a 5-year-old orange cat from Crystal Lake, returned home earlier this month, wounded by a bullet lodged in his spine, he has garnered national attention and raised more than $17,000 dollars to help pay for his care.

Fisher Outreach Group invites the public to help deliver holiday magic to older adults with its annual Adopt-a-Grandparent holiday program.

Shop handmade goods created by over 65 local crafters will be featured Saturday at the 44th annual Christmas in the Country Craft Show in Crystal Lake.