Timothy Smith gets 50 years for murder

NEW: 3:12 p.m.

WOODSTOCK – A Woodstock man convicted of first-degree murder was sentenced today to 50 years in prison. ... Read More ť

McHenry County foster families fill a need

For the Jensens, life as foster parents is hectic but rewarding. Dan and Connie Jensen of Algonquin had been discussing fostering children since their own kids – now 21, 19 and 17 – were little. When someone spoke about it at a church event Connie attended, they decided the time was right. That was ... Read More ť

Epic Cycle and Fitness in McHenry on the move

McHENRY – Things were getting tight at Epic Cycle and Fitness’ last shop, its owner said. ... Read More ť

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Jacobs dominates Cary-Grove for regional win

Jacobs beats CL South, advances to semifinal

ACTS of Sweetness come to Crystal Lake

Coyote spotted in Crystal Lake subdivision

Harvard Graduation

Cary-Grove Falls to Boylan in Regional Soccer Game

Barrington defeats Huntley in girls regional soccer game

Tornado Damage

Run and Roll Track Meet set for June 1

McHENRY – The sixth annual Run and Roll Track Meet, a Paralympic Experience, will take place from 9 a.m. to noon June 1 at McCracken Field, 3712 W. Kane Ave. The events are fo ... Read More ť

Timothy Smith gets 50 years for murder

NEW: 3:12 p.m.

WOODSTOCK – A Woodstock man convicted of first-degree murder was sentenced today to 50 years in prison. A jury previously found Timothy S. Smith, 28, guilty for the death of K ... Read More ť

Ill. General Assembly overrides 'smart grid' veto

NEW: 3:20 p.m.

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois General Assembly has overridden Gov. Pat Quinn's veto of legislation that addresses so-called Smart Grid technology. The Illinois House voted 71-41 ... Read More ť

Defense: Personal attacks on Trump not evidence

CHICAGO (AP) — Donald Trump's attorney says lawyers for an 87-year-old who claims the "Apprentice" star cheated her resorted to personal attacks on Trump because of a weak cas ... Read More ť

House panel moves to curb military sexual assaults

WASHINGTON (AP) — Members of a House panel angry over sexual abuse problems in the military are set to vote on a bill that would strip commanding officers of their authority t ... Read More ť

UK official: London attack could be terror-related

LONDON (AP) — Two men attacked another man near a London military barracks Wednesday, in what British authorities were investigating as a possible terror act. One man is dead ... Read More ť

Huntley falls in Jacobs soccer sectional semis

ALGONQUIN – It took a strong kick from Barrington’s Mia Calamari and an acrobatic finish from teammate Molly Pfeiffer to start the scoring for the Fillies and break a scoreless tie. ... Read More ť

Quintana flirts with no-no

CHICAGO – Jose Quintana looked up in the fifth inning and started thinking about the possibility. He made a strong bid for a no-hitter. It ended with a weak hit. Quintana did ... Read More ť

Blackhawks happy with Patrick Sharp on top line

CHICAGO – A simple switch by the Blackhawks that sent Patrick Sharp to the top line and Brandon Saad to the second line has earned at least one vocal supporter. Cue Marian Hos ... Read More ť

MUSICK: Blackhawks need power play to produce

CHICAGO – Everything started so well. Blackhawks fans filled the United Center before the series opener against the Detroit Red Wings and were going wild (fun wild, not Minnes ... Read More ť

Stocks fall on news Fed weighed cutting stimulus

NEW YORK – Stocks are closing lower on news that several Federal Reserve policymakers favored cutting back on stimulus programs as early as June if the economy continues to im ... Read More ť

Epic Cycle and Fitness in McHenry on the move

McHENRY – Things were getting tight at Epic Cycle and Fitness’ last shop, its owner said. The bike store moved to 909 N. Front St., a newly renovated space that had been vacan ... Read More ť

Oliver: Interstate travel drives random thoughts

Last week was the annual road trip to see my mother in Georgia. I grew up in McHenry, which cannot even remotely be considered the South, unless you’re in Wisconsin. It’s a lo ... Read More ť

Our View: Neighbors need to move on after fire

“It’s an eyesore that keeps bringing back bad memories.” That’s how Greg Rolewski described the scene in the Lakeland Park subdivision in McHenry. Rolewski lives directly acro ... Read More ť

Donated winnings

To the Editor: We would like to give a big “thank you” to the parents and friends who bought 50/50 raffle tickets at the Montini track meet on April 27. A special thank you to ... Read More ť

Shop local

To the Editor: As a local taxpayer, I am in favor of buying replacement vehicles from a local dealership. Why should the city go to a dealer all the way down near Joliet? The ... Read More ť

Microsoft reveals Xbox One entertainment console

REDMOND, Wash. (AP) — Microsoft thinks it has the one. ... Read More ť

Remembering Memorial Day

For a list of nearby Memorial Day events, click here. ... Read More ť

Get this look: Furnishing the bathroom

NEW: 3:32 p.m.

The bathroom is one of the humblest and undoubtedly hardworking rooms in the house. But just because the space is utilitarian, doesn’t mean it should be lacking in style. ... Read More ť

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Huntley Radio's "Pizza Wars" a success

More than 400 people turned out to taste pizza and vote for their favorite pizza maker in Huntley Community Radio's first-ever "Pizza Wars" fundraiser.

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Cook with fresh herbs this summer

It’s time to get planting! Pick up some fresh herbs to plant and keep near the kitchen so you can snip and cook as needed. Keep them in pots as some like to spread and take over if allowed.

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Veterans groups plan ceremonies for Memorial Day

The Polish Legion of Americans Veterans Post 188 will be the host Legion of this year’s Combined Veterans of McHenry Memorial Day ceremonies.

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Culver's fundraiser to aid Cary library

The Friends of the Cary Area Public Library will hold a fundraiser Wednesday, May 22, at the Culver's in Crystal Lake.

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Childhood dreams matter more than money for college-bound teens

Making money matters when college-bound teens think about their majors, but following a childhood dream means more, according to an independent survey of college-bound teenagers and their parents. The survey looks at what factors into important college decisions and was commissioned by Discover Student Loans, one of the largest originators of private student loans in the country.