Rylie Hope Mogan of Hebron died at 21 of cancer. Her mother and other loved ones now carry on her mission of providing care packages to other young cancer patients through the group Hope for Warriors.

Real estate transactions in McHenry County for the week of Sept. 23, 2024.

The Phoenix, a national nonprofit new to McHenry County, helps people in recovery from alcohol and substance use problems by focusing on healthy activities and socializing with common goals.

A look at some of this season's autumnal splendor by Northwest Herald photojournalist Gregory Shaver.

Burlington Central's boys golf team, led by an 11th-place finish from junior Tyler Samaan, went from sixth place Friday to third Saturday at the Class 2A state tournament for the program's best finish ever. Plus more top finishes in the Northwest Herald state golf roundup.

McHenry has at least six metaphysical stores offering a mix of crystals, tarot cards, essential oils, classes and services for those seeking alternatives, spiritual connection or just some "witchy" fun.

Burlington Central's boys team sits in sixth place at the Class 2A state tournament, Crystal Lake Central's Jack Bice is tied for 17th and five shots behind the leader in 3A, plus more scores and results in Friday's Northwest Herald state golf roundup.

Marian Central freshman Jordan Cheng placed 11th at the Class 1A Byron Girls Golf Sectional to qualify for her first state tournament. Cheng was selected as the Northwest Herald Athlete of the Week in an online vote.

McHenry County judges raise awareness on cellphone issues like cyberbullying and pornography that can lead, and have led, to chargeable crimes, even against teens.

Richmond-Burton didn't take its first lead until 17-16 in the opening set. But once the Rockets got going, they couldn't be stopped. R-B seized control and swept Woodstock North 25-20, 25-4 to win its second straight Kishwaukee River Conference title.

Nonresidents could soon access beaches in Lake in the Hills, for a fee, as the village looks for new revenue sources to cover potential additional staffing.

Crystal Lake Central co-op senior Delaney Medlyn will look to continue her sensational postseason run at the Class 2A state tournament, which begins Friday, after winning county, conference, regional and sectional titles.

Village and City boards have only so much power over developer plans as long as the rules are followed. A developer right that is being exercised by the resident-disapproved NVA truck expansion in Crystal Lake.

Hooved Animal Humane Society is in need of donations to recover from massive rescue mission and aims to connect with the community through events and programs.

Crystal Lake native Jackson Marwitz started an internship at the Biltmore Estate in Asheville. Then the hurricane hit and he had to flee; he recalls those stranded with him helping each other.