Fox River Grove

Bettendorf Castle in Fox River Grove has halted all scheduled events after the village rescinded its permit to host tours and other events on the property.

Fox River Grove approved to increase usage rates for water and sewer by 3%, but will keep base rates steady.

Retired Cary-Grove High School teacher Susan Schuerr has a story in one of the “Chicken Soup for the Soul" books and will make an appearance Saturday.

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.

Who bought and sold property in McHenry County the week of March 17-23, 2025?

The Cary-Grove Area Chamber of Commerce honored members and businesses at its annual dinner Friday night.

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.

This spring, McHenry County voters get to decide who will make the important decisions regarding their communities, schools, townships, fire departments, parks and libraries.

McHenry County property transfers for the weeks of Dec. 19, 2024 to Jan. 3, 2025.

More housing and downtown updates are in store for Cary this year, Mayor Mark Kownick said during his State of the Village address.

Alex Johnson on the top issues facing the district: Student Test Scores, District Culture and Morale and Administrative Accountability

Here are the February 2025 primary election results for McHenry County's township races, including Algonquin, Grafton and Nunda townships.

Joseph Bajorek on a top priority for the district: Staff retention - it seems the district is turning into a revolving door and a stepping stone into something better

Dave Gutierrez on a top priority: Continued Academic Improvement -- we’ve made good progress but need to continue improving our student outcomes. I believe the strategic planning process we implemented in 2024 will pave the way to more success in this area

Should students be able to use AI in schoolwork? Leigh Comerford: I do not believe students should be able to use AI in schoolwork. If we permit this, our students will not learn the critical thinking skills they need for the real world

Fox River Grove’s plans for residential and commercial growth seem to be underway as they announce a developer for the recently demolished Block B site and complete construction on rental homes near Route 22.

Algonquin Township Supervisor Randy Funk is trailing behind challenger Richard Tado in the primary Republican election polls as of Tuesday night.

After years of contentious relations between Algonquin Township Supervisor Randy Funk and trustees, he’s now facing a challenge to his reelection bid by Richard Tado in Tuesday's GOP primary.

Competitors and fans take to the slopes for the Norge Annual Winter Ski Jump Tournament on Sunday, January 26, 2025 at the Norge Ski Jump in Fox River Grove.

Crystal Lake-based Community High School District 155 will use up to $14 million in bonds to renovate theaters and sports stadiums at its four schools.

Learn about storm chasing in Woodstock and shop sales in Crystal Lake this weekend in McHenry County.

McHenry County's annual Point in Time count, held Thursday night into Friday morning, counts the number of homeless residents found on one night

Here are the properties that changed hands in McHenry County during the week of Nov. 7-15, 2024.

The 120th annual Winter Ski Jump Tournament takes place this month at Norge Ski Club in Fox River Grove.

Take a look back at some of the biggest news stories of 2024 in the McHenry County area.

Gear up for winter sports including a 50K, ski jump and a softball tournament this season in McHenry County.

A selection of some of the best feature photos from 2024 in the Northwest Herald.

Fox River Grove is seeking court approval to demolish a long-abandoned apartment complex as lawsuits among contractors and the developer continue.

Woodstock, Huntley, Fox River Grove and Fox Lake are among local communities that have scored six-figure grants from the state of Illinois for parks improvements.

To help The Salvation Army of McHenry County's Love Beyond Christmas Red Kettle campaign, 10 McHenry County firehouses will compete in the seventh annual Fire Fighters Red Kettle Challenge on Saturday, Dec. 21.

Join in on reindeer games in Crystal Lake and celebrate Festivus in McHenry this weekend.

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

As lawsuits continue for over two years, the village continues to take steps to take ownership over the abandoned 100-unit apartment complex in Fox River Grove.

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.

Restaurant Susie Sushi in Fox River Grove is closing by the end of this month due to ongoing landlord disputes, but the owner promises to reopen at another location in the future.

With Thanksgiving nearing, plenty of holiday events are starting all over McHenry County to get everyone in the spirit this winter. This list include celebrations, parades, walks and festivals.

It’s just been a week since that other election, but for many McHenry County communities, filing begins Tuesday for the next one – the local election, which takes place April 1.

Longtime Crystal Lake resident Donna Vestal comes from a long line of veterans, and her daughter also had a long military career: “I think everybody should go.”

State Sen. Dan McConchie will hold a free veterans appreciation luncheon and expo to honor veterans and their families who live in the 26th Senate District from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 2.

Get started on holiday shopping at the Country Christmas art show and parade in your costume in Cary and Fox River Grove this weekend in McHenry County.

Republican McHenry County Board District 1 challenger Pat Sullivan answers questions from the Northwest Herald.

A list of some of the best pizza in Kane, Kendall, McHenry, DeKalb counties and the Illinois Valley area, as voted on by Shaw Local News Network audiences.

Democrat McHenry County Board District 1 incumbent and candidate Theresa Meshes answers questions from the Northwest Herald.

No injuries reported after a front porch of a Lake in the Hills home was completely engulfed in flames Sunday evening, officials report.

Gear up for Halloween with plenty of spooky events this weekend in McHenry County.

Downtown Crystal Lake’s commuter parking lots near the Metra station will now be free to park at starting at noon instead of 4 p.m.

Norge Ski Club will host its 39th annual Jumptoberfest autumn ski jump tournament Saturday, Oct. 5 and Sunday, Oct. 6.

McHenry County-based robotics team, The Golden Ratio, is looking to create a community center focused on science, technology, engineering and math at their new location in Crystal Lake.

McHenry County starts budget process, upholds promise to remove Mental Health Board levy on budget.

One person was airlifted after a personal watercraft crash on the Fox River in Cary. The crash happened minutes after the Cary Fire Protection District was called out to a house fire.