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People enjoy a performance of the Woodstock City Band on Wednesday, July 24, 2024, in the historic Woodstock Square. The band that is in its 140th season, performed their Galloping through the Gallery concert for the crowd.
Woodstock launched an alert system, meant to get residents information about city updates and emergencies.
The weather service warned of winds and hail in parts of western McHenry County.
A raffle organized by the Woodstock Fine Arts Association has a grand prize consisting of a two-hour daytime cruise on Lake Geneva, courtesy of Dana and Patti Mecum.
A former Woodstock man is accused of exploiting and sexually abusing a child he knew over a five-year period; the defendant was in McHenry County jail Friday while he awaits trial.
McHenry County property transfers for June 27-July 3, 2024.
As President Joe Biden announces his resignation from the presidential election, local politicians react to the news with republicans standing united with Trump and democrats supporting new nominee Vice President Kamala Harris.
A homeowner suffered minor burns from a fire in a detached garage Saturday evening in Woodstock, officials said.
Tractors make their way around McHenry County on July 20 for the McHenry County Farm Bureau Tractor Trek.
Counterfeit pills that are pressed with fentanyl are becoming increasingly common, causing overdoses in McHenry County and beyond.
COVID-19 is on the uptick in the United States and McHenry County.
Plenty of summer activities this weekend in McHenry County including a butterfly release in Huntley and a flower festival in Harvard.
One of two people involved in an arrangement for “companionship” in Woodstock last year that ended in a home invasion was found guilty Wednesday by a jury.
A McHenry man charged with 22 counts alleging he possessed images of child sex abuse was detained in the county jail pretrial Wednesday.
Joy is palpable as new community theater seasons approach in Woodstock, Crystal Lake, Elgin, St. Charles and beyond.
A former Woodstock church volunteer youth leader has been accused of sexually abusing a teen girl he met through the church.
Five people were taken to hospitals after a car crash Wednesday afternoon in Woodstock.
Area of Crystal Lake near the Dole Mansion and Lundahl Middle School were among areas hit by downed trees from Monday's storms.
A woman was airlifted with a head injury from an equestrian farm near Woodstock after she was kicked by a horse.
A line of dangerous storms prompted a tornado warning in parts of the McHenry County area Monday evening and again caused power outages and damage.
Enjoy concerts from the Woodstock City Band and the Woodstock Community Orchestra, as well as Shakespeare in the Square.
A Woodstock man is accused of bringing a loaded crossbow into a local bar and pointing it at a patron’s head.
An Algonquin teen charged as an adult when he crashed his vehicle while under the influence of marijuana pleaded guilty.
Two fires believed to have been started by lightning during storms overnight Saturday damaged a home in Prairie Grove and ruptured a natural gas line in Woodstock, officials report.
Police allege two men burglarized Ortmann’s Red Iron Tavern in Woodstock prior to being found intoxicated and asleep in the Woodstock train depot.
McHenry County has a shortage of workforce housing, and about a quarter of McHenry County households are cost-burdened, according to a new report addressing housing in the county.
Charges could be upgraded against a Woodstock man who allegedly drove drunk when he hit a man walking his dog, because the man has since died from his injuries, a defense attorney said.
Jon Durden and Andrew Turner of Woodstock-based Warp Corps have received recognition for outstanding service in its Street Outreach mission.
Spend a day in the park in Marengo and go on a flashlight scavenger hunt in Crystal Lake this weekend in McHenry County.
A Wonder Lake man is accused of punching a Woodstock man outside an apartment complex, causing a brain bleed, according to court records and authorities. The defendant is being held pretrial.
Lake in the Hills Rockin' Ribfest, McHenry's Fiesta Days, Algonquin's Founders' Days Festival and more are all coming up in the weeks ahead.
There will be more contested out races in November election than in the March primary, but some Republicans running in countywide races face no opposition.
Man flown to hospital after motorcycle crash
From whimsical cupcake creations to hand-crafted chocolates and ice cream, there are many treat shops waiting to satisfy any taste.
McHenry County officials are planning to get settled in the new election center by next month, though not at the originally budgeted cost.
Vehicle fire Friday in Woodstock guts newer Jeep, but minimal damage to the adjacent garage and home
Fireworks, as well as festivals, food, parades and live music are in store around in McHenry County during the Fourth of July week – and beyond.
The Records Department vinyl shop started in the Woodstock Old Courthouse through a city incubator program. Now the record shop has relocated to a larger space nearby.
There's a chance of thunderstorms this evening that could affect fireworks viewing around northern Illinois.
Plenty of festivals to look forward to this summer in McHenry County including McHenry Fiesta Days and Lake in the Hills Summer Sunset Festival.
Quran Broomfield, 18, pleaded guilty to armed robbery charge in Woodstock and was sentenced to 20 years in prison.
A Lakemoor man pleaded guilty to manufacturing and delivering fentanyl, found last year among other illegal narcotics at two Woodstock motels.
The McHenry County Board could soon be operating under some new rules, including one that would limit board discussions on issues over which they have no control.
A large fire has destroyed a barn near Woodstock.
Several McHenry County-area chambers are getting Back to Business grants from the state to offset the effects of the pandemic.
McHenry shoppers to see more taxes in stores, at the gas pump
No injuries were reported from a garage fire that leaves home uninhabitable Saturday evening near Woodstock, according to the Woodstock Fire/Rescue District.
Recent Augustana College graduate Abby Campisi of Wonder Lake received a distinction from the school this spring.
The McHenry County Fair is looking for people of all ages and talents to show off their work, from paintings to food at the home and creative arts exhibitions.
Two Republicans running for McHenry County Board withdrew their attempts to have their Democratic opponents removed from the November ballot.