The Irish band One of the Girls will perform Friday, March 13, while The Second City will take the stage Saturday, March 14.

Hailed as “America’s #1 Neil Diamond Tribute,” the show captures the sound, spirit and charisma of Diamond.

The Vintage Shop Hop, featuring vintage, thrift and antique stores across northern Illinois and Wisconsin, is March 6 and 7.

Officials in several northern Illinois counties say regulating steer-tailing events at backyard rodeos is up to state legislators, but charges filed in McHenry County could prove otherwise

Taylor Place cuts ribbon while telling the stories of people who are living in McHenry's first workforce housing complex

A man charged with the attack of a Woodstock gas station employee is unfit to stand trial, a licensed psychologist found.

A Woodstock Route 47 open house has been rescheduled for March 18.

A donkey that was on the loose in the Woodstock area met an untimely end Tuesday when it was hit by a train, its owner said.

A home near Woodstock and most of its contents were destroyed in fire Sunday; crews called in backup as conditions continued to "intensify."

A proposal has been submitted to turn the former Hearthstone care facility in Woodstock into about 200 apartments.

Woodstock officials will wait until June to take up the issue of a proposed gravel pit near Lily Pond and McConnell roads.

McHenry County College and community partners held a pop-up job fair to connect laid-off Brake Parts workers with companies who have dozens of positions to fill.

The Sycamore boys basketball team defeated Woodstock Friday night in the IHSA Class 3A boys basketball regional championship game at Boylan Catholic High School in Rockford.

An arrest warrant has been issued for a former Lake in the Hills woman who is accused of threatening to harm McHenry County State’s Attorney Randi Freese, court records show.

The chair of the McHenry County College board, who also runs a community health care center in Crystal Lake, will be a guest of U.S. Rep. Bill Foster at President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address Tuesday.

Woodstock police continue to investigate the case of an elderly man robbed of a necklace and injured while doing yard work.

A man accused of “maliciously” attacking a Woodstock gas station employee after she told him they were not hiring will undergo a mental health evaluation, court records show.

Woodstock leaders have been awarded close to $16 million to cover the city’s share of widening Route 47. But even after that, the city is still on the hook for around $9.5 million more, it recently learned.

Sorvino will bring her star power, artistry and storytelling to Woodstock in a special evening featuring conversation, performance and behind-the-scenes insight into her acclaimed career.

A Harvard man has pleaded guilty to criminal damage to property for riving his pickup truck into the Woodstock Harley-Davidson dealership four years ago.

A Woodstock man is accused of secretly filming three women while they used the bathroom at McHenry County College, according to court records and authorities.

Editor’s note: Today’s Part 2 of Shaw Local’s human trafficking series examines law enforcement crackdowns, how to recognize trafficking victims, and resources for those seeking help

As Shaw Media celebrates its 175th anniversary, we looked back at four front pages from February 17, including a 1936 plan in Woodstock to use dynamite to clear snowdrifts

The Marian Central girls basketball team traveled to Hinckley Monday night to take on Hinckley-Big Rock in a regional semifinal.

What tax measures and other referendums will greet voters on the primary election ballot in McHenry County?

Catch up on the week’s top McHenry County news in minutes. Hear the week’s 5 most popular stories, read aloud for you, for the week of Feb. 8-14

Woodstock Public Library now hosts monthly Community Hub events where various agencies help residents connect to resources, provide free services and answer questions.

Early voting is underway for the March 17 primary election. Here's what you need to know to register and cast your ballot in person or by mail.

A Harvard 18-year-old accused of strangling and sexually assaulting a woman after she “crashed out” has been detained in McHenry County jail pretrial.

Woodstock has received $3.15 million in federal dollars for the upcoming Route 47 widening project. But city officials say they’re still on the hook for $9.5 million in project costs.

Two McHenry County-based nonprofits working directly with veterans were awarded grants this week, thanks to the Illinois Lottery.

Students at Woodstock North High School will see a familiar face leading the school next fall as Woodstock District 200 chose from within its ranks.

People looking for a unique self-care item for their valentine still have a chance to get a handmade gift from Clearbrook before the big day Saturday.

A portion of Dean Street in Woodstock was closed after a car crashed into a utility pole Tuesday afternoon, officials reported.

Immigration changes introduced last year by the Trump administration are anticipated to cause some issues for visiting international teachers and the northern Illinois schools that rely on them

Jesus Zepeda, who was found guilty in December on two counts of predatory criminal sexual assault of a child, each a Class X felony, was sentenced to 36 years in prison.

Catch up on the week’s top McHenry County news in minutes. Hear the week’s 5 most popular stories, read aloud for you, for the week of Feb. 1-7

A man who served prison time for possessing cocaine found in his Crystal Lake motel room in 2023 faces new drug and weapons charges, court records show.

Woodstock doesn’t have any video gambling-only establishments – and the city wants to keep it that way.

As Shaw Media reflects on its long history of community journalism, we looked back at four front pages from February 6 across the 20th century

Performances include live comedy, a 'Grease' singalong and more.

Ahead of the years-long Route 47 widening project, Woodstock is aiming to offer relief grants to businesses along the corridor who might be affected.

Today marks the first of a two-part series about the use of automated license plate readers, commonly known as LPRS or Flock cameras, in northern Illinois. Today’s installment focuses on how cities use the cameras and the successes they have noted

A deeply divided Woodstock City Council has agreed to install Flock surveillance cameras on Woodstock Square – a vote that came after five hours of discussion and overwhelmingly opposition among those who spoke.

As the Seal of Biliteracy marks 10 years in Illinois, the number of seniors graduating with the distinction has climbed more than 2,000%.

The third annual Great Seed Event at McHenry County College invites gardeners to swap seeds and learn about how to be a better gardeners.

What began as a small circle of people online interested in gardening has blossomed into the McHenry County Plantings Facebook group with about 14,000 members and in-real-life events like the Great Seed and Soil Event, planned for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 7 at MCC's cafeteria, including seed swaps, vendors and demonstrations.

Woodstock Willie had an early morning Monday. But his prognostication in the city where “Groundhog Day” the movie was filmed was just the start of a whirlwind working holiday.

Woodstock Willie' weather report has arrived on Woodstock Square, where the Bill Murray movie "Groundhog Day" was filmed.

The location manager for the 1993 film "Groundhog Day" explained how Woodstock ended up playing the role of Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania.