Crystal Lake

Local authorities confirmed the U.S. Department of Homeland Security was in Crystal Lake Tuesday, but what they were investigating and other details are unknown.

Shop Valentine’s Day gifts in Huntley and take in the Groundhog Day festivities in Woodstock.

Here's a listing of the best live music venues in Kane, McHenry and DeKalb counties and the Illinois Valley, as voted on by Shaw Media audiences.

Escape rooms are perfect for date nights, family outings, team building adventures and more. Check out this list of locations across northern Illinois.

Enjoy live music tributes to Allman Brothers Band, The Doors, Beatles, Tina Turner and many more legendary artists this weekend.

In McHenry County, federal money has been used in far-reaching ways, helping fund roadwork, health care programs, nonprofit programs for those in need, specialty courts, workforce housing and much more.

The show will feature a multiple groups of outstanding performers from all over the region.

Doug "Dougie" Webster was killed Nov. 12 in a Woodstock apartment building fire. He was a prolific artist and student at McHenry County College, which now has a retrospective of his work on exhibit.

The Supertramp Tribute will perform at the Crystal Lake venue on March 1.

Illinois lawmakers kicked off their spring legislative session roughly three weeks ago, but lawmakers in the House have already filed more than 1,800 bills that could be acted on before the General Assembly adjourns in May.

Outtakes from recent assignments from the Northwest Herald for Jan. 26, 2025.

Crystal Lake community leader Bob Blazier was honored Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025, with a celebration of life reception.

Treat your special someone to a truly unforgettable dining experience at one of these award-winning restaurants, where romance is always on the menu.

A Lindenhurst man has been sentenced to 14 years in prison in a plea deal after he was charged with multiple counts of sexual abuse and assault of a child under 18.

Woodstock is getting closer to getting a Metra rail yard that would be moved from Crystal Lake. Officials say the change would benefit both towns and Metra UP-Northwest riders.

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.

Find the perfect sports bar in Kane, Kendall, McHenry and DeKalb counties to watch the big games, as well as the best wings in the Illinois Valley for that game day party.

Audiences will enjoy two hours of uplifting, dance-inducing and sometimes heart-breaking songs, fully live with fantastic staging, lighting and effects.

The trial of a Crystal Lake man – charged with attempted murder of his wife with a hatchet and hammer – has been delayed.

April Noel is a playwright, actress and comedy improv founder about to step into another realm – that of film screenwriter and producer.

Two McHenry County residents who pleaded guilty to charges connected to their actions on Jan. 6, 2021, are expected to be among those pardoned by President Trump.

U.S.Navy veteran and single dad Craig Taylor getting a kitchen upgrade via 30 Days for 30 Vets, coordinated by McHenry-based real estate firm, The Bremer Team-Keller Williams Success Realty

Craig Taylor of Crystal Lake, a veteran and single dad, received kitchen upgrades through the new initiative created by Dawn Bremer and Michael Adams at McHenry-based Bremer Team-Keller Williams Success Realty. The Home Depot in McHenry is assisting with many of the projects.

Procell, the 2023/24 Artist in Residence, brings to life a unique blend of soul, contemporary blues and classic rock.

The trial of a Crystal Lake man charged with attempted murder of his wife with a hatchet and hammer in 2022 in Crystal Lake is set to start Tuesday.

People reflected on MLK's legacy Monday at the Holiday Inn in Crystal Lake.

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

Still living independently, Crystal Lake resident Bob Farris celebrated a century of life after turning 100 Friday.

A man currently serving six years on a drug charge has been sentenced to five years in prison in a plea deal after he was charged with drug-induced homicide in the fatal 2021 overdose a Crystal Lake man.

More housing could be coming to Crystal Lake as developers propose a plan to build more than 100 owner-occupied townhomes near the Three Oaks Recreation Area.

Crystal Lake-based High School District 155 continues to grow partnerships with local businesses in its third year of the Career Experiences Program, which provides “micro internships” for students.

The McHenry County Department of Health hit a snag in their plans to renovate and add onto their building in Crystal Lake as planning commissioners deny the request due to concrete material choices.

Sport Clips Haircuts of Crystal Lake, Cary and Algonquin have partnered with the Bremer Team of Keller Williams Success Realty for Cuts for a Cause, a fundraising event to benefit resident Kevin Pfeifer and his family.

A Chicago man has been sentenced to nine years in prison in a plea deal after he was charged with possessing multiple drugs at a Crystal Lake motel last year.

Stay warm inside with RC racing in Johnsburg and a winter carnival in Crystal Lake this weekend in McHenry County.

Crystal Lake's Lippold Skate Park could possibly move to Woodscreek Park as part of the renovation construction expected to start in August. The park district is seeking input.

Anglers took to the ice on Wednesday, Jan. 8, 2025, to try and catch some fish on Crystal Lake.

Winter ice has not cooperated for some park and recreation events, but anglers say its been better than advertised

McHenry-based Follett Content provides over 700 jobs at its headquarters and still instills family values after selling the company three years ago.

Outtakes from recent assignments from the Northwest Herald for Jan. 12, 2025.

Robert Blazier – whose decades-long, immeasurable impact on the Crystal Lake area spanned education, philanthropy, health care, business and the arts – has died at 98.

Bob and Rosemary Blazier's impact on Crystal Lake is immeasurable and spanned many realms, from business to education to philanthropy to the arts. Blazier has died at age 98; Rosemary died in November.

A Crystal Lake man has been sentenced to six years in prison in a plea deal after he was charged in another man's fentanyl overdose death.

Embrace the cold during a candlelight hike or stay warm inside for a bubble show this weekend in McHenry County.

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

Charlie, the Bernese mountain dog rescued after a week on his own with a broken femur, is resting comfortably at home following surgery to repair broken leg.

Alan Hanke of Crystal Lake, who pleaded guilty to defrauding investors of millions of dollars, was allowed to have his sentencing postponed while he undergoes surgery, court records show.

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

Charlie, a Bernese mountain dog that took off from his yard on Dec. 30 was found on Sunday with the help of a thermal drone operator.