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Opponents of solar farm near Johnsburg pack McHenry County Board meeting

A controversial solar farm near Johnsburg was among three the McHenry County Board took up at its meeting Nov. 18. Many opponents attended, some wearing "deny" stickers.

By Claire O'Brien●

After several votes, divided McHenry County Board agrees to raise tax levy – but rejects ‘lookback’ hike

The McHenry County Board has voted to raise its property tax levy by the inflation-tied limit allowed under the tax cap, but it won't go with the "lookback" option.

By Claire O'Brien●

McHenry County Board to take up trio of solar farms Tuesday

The McHenry County Board is set to vote Tuesday on a trio of solar farms, but a few board members – and nearby residents – have raised objections.

By Claire O'Brien●

Both parties criticize McHenry County Board over possible tax levy increase; vote expected Tuesday evening

A decision on raising the McHenry County property tax levy – a move that has drawn the ire of both political parties and taxpayers – is expected Tuesday evening.

By Claire O'Brien●

Pace board adopts budget with no fare hike

Pace’s 2026 budget is supported by $18.9 million in new funding from state legislation and includes significant service and program investments without increasing fares

By Judy Harvey●