McHenry

A man was killed Friday after a head-on crash near Wonder Lake, officials said.

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

McHenry's Debbie Koerber is closer to getting the kidney she needs. Her prospective donor is a friend whose family has donated to others in need.

Communities across northern Illinois saw a wide variety of new dining options open for business this past year.

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

Kelley's Market has opened in Huntley and sandwich and gelato shops are coming in a matter of days.

A McHenry man accused last year of slashing a relative in the face and head will now go to trail after courts determined him fit after six months of treatment.

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

John Smith invited people to his home for years to see his model train set up before donating it to the Illinois Railway Museum. He still has a setup in his McHenry garage and invites families to see it.

The McHenry VFW's Queen of Hearts jackpot is once again topping $2 million and has rolled over yet again in the latest drawing. Here's all you need to know about the game.

Some McHenry County restaurants are open on Christmas

The McHenry City Council has approved preliminary plans for 177 rental townhomes.

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.

Due to volunteer and committee conflicts, the village of Johnsburg officially cancelled the Holiday Magic Parade and event for 2024

Mike Baber of Marengo needs a kidney transplant. His wife, Teresa, has offered hers in hopes to find someone who will swap.

Here's a listing of some local retailers in northern Illinois that offer one-of-a-kind shopping experiences.

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

A Holiday Hills man was denied pretrial release after being charged with possessing cocaine with intent to sell and running from police during a traffic stop.

A snowy owl that has been drawing thousands of birdwatchers to McHenry was found dead on Bull Valley Road, police confirm. All the attention might have contributed to its death.

A snowy owl delighted birders and photographers in McHenry County in recent days before it was found dead Dec. 17 after apparently having been hit by a car. Readers shared their photos of the stunning bird.

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

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.

Developer Redwood USA wants to build 180 rental homes off Route 120 on property that would be annexed into town.

The long tradition of Shop with a Cop, the initiative that brings police together with children to provide gifts and mentoring, continues this holiday season.

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

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.

Business partners Lisa Smith and Will Hartford bring Biggby Coffee to McHenry, and new store marks a return home for Smith.

Free books are delivered to children ages birth to 5 years old each month with the support of United Way of Greater McHenry County.

A juvenile snowy owl swooped into McHenry County, attracting crowds to a McHenry field over the weekend.

A man pleaded guilty to possessing lewd images of a teen girl who Johnsburg and McHenry police say he met on Snapchat then traveled from Chicago Heights to see.

McHenry Alderman Michael Koch questioned fluoride in McHenry municipal water system; other council members agree.

About 250 McHenry County children got the chance to Shop with a Cop Sunday.

McHenry Riverwalk Shoppes' Bumble Bread Co. set to move into Just 4 You Treats location at 1114 Green St., McHenry. The previous bakery plans to return to online sale roots.

The Pieceful Project sells Legos, games and puzzles in McHenry and Cary. The stores are certified as sensory inclusive, according to Chicago-based non-profit KultureCity.

The McHenry City Council race is already heating up, with two-term Mayor Wayne Jett making a case for his third term on social media and surrogates for challenger Chris Bassi chiming in

Another bar is coming to downtown Cary that will also operate an outdoor mobile space at the future community plaza.

Crystal Lake City Council postpones the consideration of a 5% self-storage facility rental tax after industry leaders push back.

A man with a past felony conviction was found guilty of possessing multiple narcotics and a loaded firearm found in a McHenry home.

Henri Giugni brought in four pairs of native trumpeter swans in 1985 and now up to 100 trumpeter swans return every winter to the Harvard castle he owns with wife, June.

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

Christmas trees are installed and decorated Thursday, Nov. 21, 2024, for the McHenry Chamber of Commerce Festival of Trees at the McHenry Recreation Center. The tree festival and runs through Dec. 29. Visitors can vote for their favorite Christmas tree by leaving canned food or toiletries under the tree they like best during normal business hours. All donations go to Veterans Path to Hope.

Visit these festive holiday markets in Ottawa, St. Charles, Oswego, Lisle, McHenry and more to find the perfect gift.

McHenry's Landmark Commission, working with local film production company Fine Line Productions, released their second film about the city this week, looking at its history during the prohibition era

11 cases of whooping cough were reported in the county in November, according to the county reports

Joe Cicero was due to announce Wednesday during his Star 105.5 radio show that he is leaving the morning show he's been at for 15 years with on-air partner Tina Bree.

A Wonder Lake man and McHenry woman have been arrested and charged with possessing methamphetamine and other drugs as well as firearm offenses.

Kids In Need of McHenry County, a home for women with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and a Woodstock nonprofit that gives fidget toys to kids in emergency rooms, police stations and fire departments were among the nonprofits readers plan to donate to.

A McHenry home was left with significant damage following a fire there Saturday night, but was empty after the residents had recently moved out, according to fire officials

Castle Auto Group, which bought out the Gary Lang Automotive in September 2022, has given the city of McHenry plans for a new Subaru dealership on the company's Route 31 campus.