Crystal Lake

A look back at some of photojournalist Gregory Shaver's favorite pictures of the month in the Northwest Herald for December.

More of McHenry's Riverwalk Shoppes incubators are finding more permanent homes in McHenry and Crystal Lake.

Long-time Crystal Lake residents bring a new store to the downtown area, located at 57 N. Williams St., that features hundreds of spices and teas making it the only location in Illinois.

A 19-year-old Crystal Lake person faces felony charges and is accused of reckless driving and causing a head-on car crash that resulted in serious injuries over the summer in Algonquin.

Looking for something to do over winter break? Visit these award-winning bowling alleys, family recreation spots for nonstop fun.

One person suffered serious injuries in a car crash Monday afternoon in Crystal Lake that closed down parts of Route 14 for over three hours.

Crystal Lake-based Nunda Masonic Lodge #169 has presented its Mason of the Year Award to Thomas McNulty.

New Year’s Eve and Groundhog Day celebrations are right around the corner in McHenry County.

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

Despite Crystal Lake's objections, McHenry County Board approved a zoning change that paves the way for a self-storage facility near city limits.

How McHenry County has marked the holiday season in recent weeks. Merry Christmas!

An Oakwood Hills woman is accused of hitting her mother and disturbing employees at the Crystal Lake TJ Maxx, according to a criminal complain in McHenry County court.

Some McHenry County restaurants are open on Christmas

More housing is on the way in Crystal Lake as city council unanimously approved a 93-unit apartment complex and a 67-unit expansion in the age-restricted community.

The eastbound lanes of Route 14 near the intersection of Route 31 in Crystal Lake were blocked off because of a car crash Monday afternoon, officials say.

People enjoy Crystal Lake's Luminary Nights on Thursday, Dec. 19, 2024, in downtown Crystal Lake. The snowy night featured sidewalks lite luminaries, holiday shopping and a visit to the Santa House.

The Lakewood Police Department will be the first to have a Tesla electric squad car in McHenry County.

Celebrate New Year's Eve at one of these exciting parties and events in McHenry, Kane and DuPage counties.

Almost 500 students earned associate degrees or certificates at McHenry County College’s winter graduation ceremony.

Hundreds of students earned associate degrees and certificates at MCC's 2024 winter commencement exercises.

A developer plans almost 400 rental homes at a "luxury" mixed use development off Route 31 in Cary that would also have commercial spaces.

To help The Salvation Army of McHenry County's Love Beyond Christmas Red Kettle campaign, 10 McHenry County firehouses will compete in the seventh annual Fire Fighters Red Kettle Challenge on Saturday, Dec. 21.

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

McHenry County stores have handmade items ready to go before

The Other Side sober bar in Crystal Lake will get a new outdoor space through a grant from T-Mobile to New Directions Addiction Recovery Services.

Five people are charged with drug possession after police executed a search warrant in Crystal Lake.

Join in on reindeer games in Crystal Lake and celebrate Festivus in McHenry this weekend.

Crystal Lake authorities reported “heavy police activity” in a residential area Wednesday night.

Crystal Lake-based District 47 chose between two options for middle school attendance boundaries, one of which had more parental pushback.

Ring in 2025 as some of the best stand-up comedians take the stage at Raue Center in Crystal Lake for a classic comedy show complete with music, games and the year in review.

More women are finding work in the traditionally male-dominated union trades amid demographic and economic shifts.

Nunda Masonic Lodge in Crystal Lake has named the recipient of its Community Builder Award.

The seven-piece all-star powerhouse group will take audiences on a captivating journey through the rich sounds of southern rock blended with blues on Jan. 31.

The national Wreaths Across America initiative came to Crystal Lake this year, with local veterans groups placing the adornment at graves of fallen servicemen from the Civil War to Afghanistan. Other area communities, including McHenry, had similar efforts to honor heroes at the holidays.

The Wreaths Across America initiative came to Crystal Lake, with local veterans groups adorning the graves of local veterans at Union Cemetery. Similar efforts took place in other area towns.

Six newcomers and four existing stores will have space at McHenry's Riverwalk Shoppes for the 2025 season starting in May

Developers are getting closer to getting a green light to build a “luxury” car condominium complex with retail and clubhouse space in Gilberts.

What can you do to help McHenry County nonprofits this holiday season? Local groups seek help as they dash to the end of holiday drives.

The Lakewood Village Board voted against the police department getting a Telsa electric squad car, which was touted as a would-be first in McHenry County.

Crystal Lake objected to a storage facility. The county board might wind up voting it down.

The wideining of Route 47 through Woodstock is near. Here's what you need to know.

The father of a former Crystal Lake student is suing the city and School District 47, claiming his civil rights were violated after he used a paper gun in a school project.

Think Floyd USA, renowned for its stunningly authentic tribute to the legendary Pink Floyd, presents a mesmerizing celebration of the 50th anniversary of the album “Wish You Were Here.”

Blend, a grab-and-go smoothie and juice bar will be the latest addition in Algonquin Commons near health-conscious businesses like Hotworx, Orange Theory and Stretch Zone.

Ring in the New Year at Raue Center for the Arts as Elton Rohn, a tribute to Elton John, performs at 7 p.m. Dec. 31.

A Crystal Lake man is accused of sharing “sexually explicit" images and messages with a 13-year-old child from Texas over Snapchat; authorities said he lied about his age.

A look back at some of the outtakes from recent assignment for the Northwest Herald.

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

Developers are looking to expand the age-restricted Oakbrook Estates community by adding 67 more units by Three Oaks and Sands roads in Crystal Lake.

The Crystal Lake Park District has announced its digital winter-spring activity guide will be released Dec. 10,