Crystal Lake

The Community Foundation for McHenry County has announced the distribution of more than $700,000 in grant and scholarship funding as part of its annual competitive grant cycle.

National Night Out events take place Tuesday and Thursday around McHenry County.

Metra is temporarily canceling two inbound and two outbound trains on the Union Pacific Northwest line that runs through McHenry County.

Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake held its Night Owl Bike Ride fundraiser Saturday. Cyclists from around the area explored the city under the stars and also raised money for the local performing arts center, which held an after party.

A Crystal Lake woman whose husband admitted he secretly videotaped her daughter said their home was in “chaos” and they were trying to protect the 16-year-old.

A Chicago man pleaded guilty to possession with intent to deliver cocaine during a Crystal Lake drug buy and was sentenced to 11 years in prison.

Twenty-one students ranging from third to eighth grade are participating in Huntley's farmers market Saturday, Aug. 2, selling what they make, including dog toys, candles, soap and fidgets. Other markets have youth programs too.

The Huntley Farmers Market is bringing kids in to sell their homemade goods. Other local farmers markets, including Woodstock's and The Dole's in Crystal Lake, also offer kids as young as 5 the chance to participate.

Three Illinois lawmakers on Thursday called for reform for the Department of Children and Family Services after the death of a young person in foster care was not reported to lawmakers.

"Hearing loss is often associated with several other health conditions," writes Dr. Mary Agulo of Mercyhealth Hospital and Physician Clinic-Crystal Lake.

The Crystal Lake Park District Police bestowed a first-of-its-kind award to a sergeant to recognize her efforts in helping a suicidal person.

Enjoy a bike ride around Crystal Lake, followed by the Night Owl After Party at Raue Center.

A former Huntley Little League volunteer treasurer is accused of stealing more than $14,000 from the league over multiple dates in 2022, court records show.

This high-energy tribute brings the music and spirit of Billy Joel to life in an unforgettable live concert experience.

State Rep. Steve Reick, R-Woodstock, is running for a sixth term in the Illinois House.

First Congregational Church of Crystal Lake has launched a $3.5 million capital campaign to repair and preserve its historic structures. The congregation formed in 1842.

Prairie-Grove based organization the Climber Protection Group aims to raise awareness of the lack of safety regulations for tower climbers that cell phone carriers heavily rely on to provide continuous coverage.

A portion of the much-anticipated $3 million walking path that will loop around Crystal Lake’s Three Oaks Recreation Area is ready for visitors.

Crystal Lake's Main Beach reopened Saturday after closing Friday for high bacteria. The beach also closed for several days in a row earlier this summer.

Alan Hanke was convicted in federal court of defrauding investors in an $8 million Ponzi scheme. Thursday he pleaded guilty in McHenry County to fraudulent use of a debit card belonging to McHenry American Legion.

As the Crystal Lake Park District continues conversations about potentially buying a shuttered fitness center, the Crystal Lake mayor says he has a donor ready to give $1 million to the cause.

Irene Napier, who was a leading figure in McHenry County's anti-abortion movement, has died just short of her 100th birthday.

Crystal Lake’s Main Beach closed again Friday because of high bacteria levels.

Moon, a McHenry band that had a large local following in the 1980s and opened for the likes of Survivor and Steppenwolf, will reunite for a cancer benefit show at The Vixen July 26.

This unforgettable performance brings together 11 of Chicago’s most accomplished musicians to pay tribute to the groundbreaking artists and enduring songs that defined a generation.

The Crystal Lake Park District Board found itself in another hostile meeting that lasted nearly five hours with yelling, personal jabs and booing from the public with over 100 people in attendance.

Crystal Lake Central's senior football players have embraced their roles as new coach Matt MacCrindle takes over program.

Firefighters were called to a manufacturing area in Crystal Lake but upgraded to a hazardous materials call due to the type of products manufactured there.

]The village of Lakewood is joining other communities around the country in class-action litigation concerning chemicals contaminating water supplies.

Casey Hintz realized a life-long dream when the Seattle Mariners selected him in the 16th round of last week's MLB draft. Hintz, who grew up in Crystal Lake and Lakewood, signed his first professional contract over the weekend. "It finally came true."

The first of its kind in the area, Crystal Lake will be hosting a free event dedicated to celebrating people with disabilities Saturday.

More than 1,000 people lined up along Route 14 in Crystal Lake Thursday evening in another protest against recent actions of the administration of President Donald Trump.

Crystal Lake was one of several communities across northern Illinois that hosted a “Good Trouble Lives On” rally as part of what was described as a national day of peaceful protest marking the fifth anniversary of civil‑rights icon and U.S. Rep. John Lewis’ death. Hundreds turned out in McHenry County.

Amid threats to federal funding for libraries, McHenry County libraries were awarded nearly $383,000 in annual state grants provided by the Illinois Secretary of State’s office to fund books, staffing and capital upgrades.

Singer Bill Pantle will perform Sinatra's biggest hits with his natural baritone, classic crooner style and undeniable stage presence.

It's time to mark calendars for upcoming seasons of entertainment coming to theaters near you.

The McHenry County Sheriff's Office has released body-worn camera footage from an April 10 officer-involved shooting in Crystal Lake, and the officers involved have been cleared.

After three years at Burlington Central, Ted Juske officially took over as the Crystal Lake Central athletic director July 1.

The fate of Crystal Lake’s first school building appears to be as unclear as ever, after City Council postponed a vote to landmark the structure as questions mount about whether it can be saved.

Once cut by his high school baseball coach Glen Pecoraro, Austin Padjen now replaces him at Prairie Ridge. The Prairie Ridge graduate spent the past five seasons as Crystal Lake Central's pitching coach. "It’s very full circle, and it's very humbling."

Huntley's Izzy Whitehouse and Crystal Lake South's Logan Georgy fell in love with beach volleyball when they joined Team One Volleyball in Aurora. The juniors recently announced their verbal commitments to play beach at NCAA Division-I schools.

The first restaurants and businesses to occupy the retail section of the Water’s Edge development in Crystal Lake have been revealed.

A townhome development in Crystal Lake was issued a stop work order for “serious and widespread” problems that included a sewage backup.

Crystal Lake's Windy City Hit Dogs enjoyed plenty of winning – and fun – during their 13U run at the McHenry County Youth Sports Association’s Summer International Championships tournament.

Drivers along Randall Road in Lake in the Hills will not be able to turn west onto Miller Road starting July 14 because of ongoing construction in the area.

Woodstock is having a public hearing July 15 on whether the city should increase its sales tax.

Hilary Agnello, a Crystal Lake South dean and former Prairie Ridge volleyball coach, now faces for serous charges of aggravated DUI in a crash in May that caused a serious injury, court records show.

McHenry County Youth Sports Association’s Summer International Championships fans will have an improved experience this summer after the renovations of the Mickey Sund Baseball Complex at Crystal Lake’s Lippold Park. Games began Friday morning.

Photos: MCYSA Summer International Championship baseball tournament starts in Crystal Lake Play starts in the opening round of he McHenry County Youth Sports Association’s Summer International Championship baseball tournament on Friday, July 11, 2025, at the Mickey Sund Baseball Complex in Crystal Lake's Lippold Park.

An Elgin man had fled from a traffic stop and led police on a high-speed chase, which was called off before he crashed into three cars, causing serious injuries to one person, authorities allege.