Crystal Lake

Bethany Lutheran Church, 76 W. Crystal Lake Ave. in Crystal Lake, has announced the hiring of Katie Mueller as an associate pastor.

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.

Enjoy an art-filled night at the Frostmoor Faire and get competitive at Huntley’s game night this weekend in McHenry County.

A Crystal Lake cat returned to his Crystal Lake home Saturday, a bullet in his spine, dragging his hind legs and paralyzed from its midsection down.

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.

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

After a second attempt with city council, developers will construct more than 200 apartments on the Immanuel Lutheran Church property near downtown Crystal Lake, despite some pushback.

Veterans began gettinng calls last week, letting them know they are on of 30 vets set to receive help with household renovations this month

A man accused of stabbing another in the parking lot of a Crystal Lake apartment complex and stealing his satchel pleaded guilty Friday to robbery.

Veterans and active duty military members can enjoy discounted or free meals on Monday, Nov. 11.

A former Crystal Lake lawyer, convicted of videotaping a teenage girl undressing, pleaded guilty to violating the sex-offender registry and was given one year of conditional discharge.

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.”

Diane Ahrens spent 15 years shipping goodie boxes to troops overseas while running her East Dundee bakery. When she closed the business, she found another way to give back to those who have given of themselves to the country.

Chaplain Ken Hauser, a U.S. Army veteran who served in Viet Nam where half his unit was killed or injured, has prayed with countless number of veterans and civilians grieving and struggling with personal conflicts.

Veteran and Island Lake resident Robin Waltrip paved the way for woman in the army and she’s still making a difference by helping out with Habitat for Humanity.

Scores of McHenry County men fought for the Union side during the Civil War, and in many other conflicts throughout history.

A Huntley-area sewing group honors veterans in its own way – with handmade quilts.

Whether fishing, hiking, kayaking or playing video games, Josh Deron shares what helps him navigate life after the military in hopes of helping other veterans and their families connect and heal. He works with Veterans Path to Hope.

Operation HerStory celebrates women who served and put on its first flight to Washington landmarks in 2021. The group is hoping to organize a second trip.

A felon who police say injured two McHenry County sheriff's deputies during a traffic stop in Crystal Lake pleaded guilty Wednesday to unlawfully possessing a stolen gun and was sentenced to 9.5 years in prison.

Get in the holiday spirit this season with winter parades and festivals this season in McHenry County.

A Crystal Lake contractor faces over $287,000 in OSHA fines for safety violations that created fall risks for its employees, officials report.

More than 200 local manufacturers, educators and community partners attended a networking breakfast at McHenry County College.

Check out these top-rated bars and restaurants for the best martini in Kane, McHenry and DeKalb counties and the Illinois Valley area.

Here's a list of the best bakeries in Kane, Kendall, McHenry and DeKalb counties, as well as the Illinois Valley, as voted on by Shaw Media audiences.

The award-winning band American English will take the downtown Crystal Lake stage at 7 p.m. Dec. 28.

Randi Freese will be the next McHenry County’s state’s attorney, the first woman to hold the job, after running unopposed in Tuesday's election.

Rosemary Blazier is remembered for her generosity and leaves behind a legacy at countless local organizations.

A truly unique theatrical production is playing through Nov. 17 at The Black Box Theatre at McHenry County College. The Tony-winning play literally dives into Ovid's mythology.

The Community Foundation for McHenry County has announced the awarding of grant funds to several projects intended to enrich the lives of McHenry County residents.

A Crystal Lake man currently serving a five year sentence on a methamphetamine-related conviction, pleaded guilty Tuesday in a separate case involving cocaine possession and was sentenced to an additional seven years.

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.

A Shell gas station canopy collapsed in Crystal Lake and landed on two cars, one of which had people inside.

A jury found a Crystal Lake man guilty of sexually assaulting a child authorities say he abused over an 18-month period between 2017 and 2019.

Retired District 300 teacher Laurie Parman of Sleepy Hallow is trying to unseat incumbent Democrat State Rep. Suzanne Ness of Crystal Lake in the 66th House district.

A Crystal Lake man was found guilty for exposing himself to a child as she walked to her school bus 15 years ago Monday.

McHenry Township Assessor Mary Mahady is trying to unseat State Rep. Steve Reick in the 63rd district

A person on a bike was hit by car along Main Street in Crystal Lake Wednesday.

Search our table to see what designation your McHenry County school received on the 2024 school report card.

This week, the Illinois State Board of Education released school- and district-level data showing what percentage of McHenry County students were considered proficient in math and reading last year. Check out this chart to see if that's an improvement over the prior year.

State Rep. Suzanne Ness’ fourth annual diaper drive is underway and runs through Monday, Nov. 4, with dropoff spots throughout the 66th District she represents.

McHenry County College will be adding new funds to its books after selling an off-campus building in McHenry to a church for $1.9 million.

A McHenry woman pleaded guilty to misdemeanor theft and was sentenced to two years probation and ordered to pay back her elderly victim the nearly $37,000 police say she stole while working as the woman’s caregiver.

McHenry County officials overestimated how much the new mental health sales tax would take in, using calculations that included vehicle sales tax, which doesn't apply.

Crystal Lake police reveal results of safety seat check.

From the “Rumours” album in 1977 to current touring set lists, Fleetwood Max performs an authentic recreation of the music, magic and incredible stage production of the legendary Stevie Nicks and Fleetwood Mac at the height of their careers.

Artist and parent Sara Jean Stevens is the face behind the colorful murals found at Husmann and North elementary schools.

Sara Jean Stevens started painting her kids' school's walls to bring some fun and happiness to the place. Now she's started a company called Moth and Moon Co. to spread her talents.

McHenry County College’s Concert Band and the Crystal Lake Community Band will join forces for their 13th annual Halloween Concert Sunday, Oct. 27.

Right on the heels of that other election, filing begins for local races, which take place -- not an April Fool's joke -- on April 1, 2025.