A Woodstock man is accused of giving a Richmond officer false identification during a traffic stop while being sought on an arrest warrant and in possession of drugs.

Mark Jablonski scored a game-high 16 points, and Marian Central's boys basketball team started fast en route to a 56-24 win over Christian Life in a nonconference game Tuesday night in Woodstock.

Macy Noe had a double-double with 20 points and 10 rebounds and Maggie Hanson had 10 points and eight assists as Marengo rolled to a 66-45 win over Woodstock North in the teams' Kishwaukee River Conference opener Tuesday.

Gaby Dzik led Crystal Lake South with 21 points and the Gators flustered Cary-Grove with their half-court zone defense during Tuesday's 50-28 victory over the Trojans in Fox Valley Conference girls basketball action.

A woman who initially claimed an intruder shot her and her husband on their property in near Wonder Lake admitted Tuesday that she fired on her husband and was sentenced to 22 years in prison.

Some who sell artificial Christmas trees this seasons say their costs are much higher this year because of tariffs, which could benefit those who sell fresh-cut trees.

A two-story home in Huntley was left uninhabitable from a fire from which firefighters rescued three pets, officials reported.

A child was injured after a school bus crashed into a ditch, hitting a utility pole and downing live wires Monday afternoon near McHenry, officials reported.

The McHenry Outdoor Theater and Star 105.5 are joining forces to help the new Kids in Need Secret Santa program meet demand this holiday season.

On Friday, the McHenry American Legion is set to lay 3,000 wreaths on veteran graves at seven area cemeteries.

Woodstock North junior Abbey Ward scored a program-record 38 points for the Thunder in a win against Rockford Jefferson. Ward is the Northwest Herald Athlete of the Week.

Crystal Lake has updated its street parking regulations in response to Lake Roots, a new café, market and bar that's bringing in more cars to a residential area.

A year ago, McHenry went owl-crazy when a snowy owl was spotted in a field on the south side of town but was later hit and killed by a car. The bird is now remembered in song.

A Marengo resident was taken to a Rockford hospital after slicing fingers in a snowblower Saturday.

McHenry City Council is set to consider suggestions in downtown parking study at its Monday-night meeting.

Mayor Wayne Jett posted to a letter from Alderwoman Chris Bassi, criticizing sponsorships signs at the ice rink, to his Facebook page over the weekend.

Matthew Mosur regularly drove by a vacant, 113-year-old Algonquin home that caught his eye. In June, he bought the house and took on the challenge of renovating it.

Fifth grader Delilah Stamp of Oakwood Hills has taken home dozens of medals competing in the martial art across the country.

The passage of Thanksgiving also marked a serious toward winter with a huge snowstorm Saturday.Here's a look at the impact in one corner of the McHenry County.

A man is in serious condition from a crash that ejected him from the car Friday night in McHenry, officials report.

McHenry County has ended its Lead Safe Home program, which aimed to help county residents rid their homes of lead paint.

Downtown Crystal Lake premiered its season of celebration, shopping and lights with the parade and tree-lighting Friday.

A storm with accumulating snow blanketing Northern Illinois started early Saturday morning and is expected to continue through the evening with peak snowfalls in the late afternoon.

A Woodstock woman was denied pretrial release after being charged with having over 3 ounces of cocaine, court records show.

Several areas of northern Illinois experienced heavy snow Saturday providing enjoyment for some and headaches for others.

People pack the Woodstock Square for the Lighting of the Square Friday, Nov. 25, 2025, in Woodstock. The annual event featured brass music, caroling, free doughnuts and cider, food trucks, festive selfie stations and shopping.

Despite 27 points from Burlington Central's Patrick Magan, Sycamore recorded 15 assists and four players, including Josiah Mitchell and Marcus Johnson, reached double figures as the Spartans beat the Rockets 62-56 at the Strombom Tournament on Friday evening.

An Elgin man, arrested in Woodstock with an Algonquin woman, is accused of possessing possession with intent to deliver cocaine, a Class X felony, according to a criminal complaint.

Unique Nails is moving down the street from its downtown Woodstock location, with help from the city.

Stranger Things skateboard tie-in merch now on sale at McHenry skate shop

An attorney told a McHenry County judge his client could not appear in court because he was arrested by ICE. The man faces child sex abuse charges locally.

As Small Business Saturday approaches, McHenry County chambers of commerce are encouraging the community to support local enterprises.

Tree-lightings, parade and festival about this holiday season in the McHenry County area, starting right after Thanksgiving and through Christmas.

Algonquin–Lake in the Hills Fire Protection District was called to a fire at house under construction Wednesday afternoon.

Volunteers from Senior Services, Inc. organized, Amie Eguizabal fundraised, and restaurants around McHenry County worked together Thursday to ensure home-bound seniors enjoyed a Thanksgiving meal.

After 30 years in the retail industry and a few years with the McHenry chamber, Amy Humbracht is now president of the Woodstock chamber.

Woodstock's annual Lighting of the Square is set for Friday, Nov. 28.

Downtown Crystal Lake kicks off its holiday events season of “Hallmark-like vibes and small town charm” Friday with its annual nighttime parade and the return of a beloved popcorn shack.

The Giving Door has been a silent giver for over two decades allowing volunteers to anonymously fulfill wish lists over the holidays for families and children in need.

Brody Bruns posted a double-double with 33 points, 10 rebounds and four blocks, while Warren Schweitzer added eight points, 12 rebounds and four blocks as Rochelle outlasted Dundee-Crown 70-66 in double overtime during the Leland G. Strombom Tournament on Wednesday.

A Marengo man is among five charged with misdemeanor animal cruelty in connection to a Woodstock-area rodeo, including men from Sleepy Hollow, Hampshire, Belvidere and a teen from Lockport, court records show.

Prairie Ridge's boys basketball team wrapped up the Woodstock/Woodstock North Hoops for Healing tournament with a 62-43 loss to Grayslake North on Wednesday at Woodstock North.

While the National Weather Service stressed that exact snowfall totals and the precise track of the storm remain uncertain, confidence is growing that much of the region will experience accumulating snow during one of the busiest travel weekends of the year

A portion of West Main Street in Cary wA closed due to a downed live power line, officials report, as dangerous winds kick up as many people travel for Thanksgiving.

Can pets feast on Thanksgiving food? What are no-nos, and how seasoning matters a lot.

A Chicago man pleaded guilty to battery in the shooting of another man in McHenry in 2023. An attempted murder charge was dropped in exchange, a deal approved by a judge who told him she'd pray for him in prison.

Brothers Elijah and Malachi Bell scored 15 and 14 points, respectively, and Jacobs rallied from a fourth-quarter deficit to beat Buffalo Grove 45-42 Tuesday night at the Lakes’ Hoopsgiving Tournament.

Huntley's defense came up with three consecutive stops in the final minute, getting a game-clinching steal from Luca Garlin in a 39-38 win over Hononegah. Aubrina Adamik led all scorers with a career-high 22 points and six 3-pointers.

Is it too late to thaw your turkey ahead of Thanksgiving? That depends on some factors, mainly size.

Breaking Bread Catering & Deli is giving back during the holidays by offering 100 free loaves of bread the Wednesday before Thanksgiving.