March of Dimes event helps Crystal Lake family honor daughter's memory

CRYSTAL LAKE – Lisa Koenen wants to put the March of Dimes out of business.It’s not that the Crystal Lake resident doesn’t support the organization dedicated to preventing premature infant deaths and diseases.She just does not want any mother to experience the pain she endured in 2010.“No one really ... Read More ť

Breakers in Crystal Lake reopens after crash

Jacobs' Lauren Van Vlierbergen carries 4x800 relay to state final

Neighbors want McHenry property cleaned up after March fire claimed life of girl

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Illinois cracks down on social media ‘flash mobs’

CHICAGO – Seeking to keep pace with changing technology, Illinois toughened penalties Saturday for those who use social media and text messaging to organize violent “flash mob ... Read More ť

Ill. lawmakers face tough votes before adjourning

SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois General Assembly has just two weeks left in Springfield before it adjourns for the summer, leaving lawmakers with a tight deadline for action on iss ... Read More ť

Official: Broken rail eyed in Conn. train crash

BRIDGEPORT, Conn. – The commuter train derailment and collision that left dozens injured outside New York City was not the result of foul play, officials said Saturday, but a ... Read More ť

Huntley speeds to state

HUNTLEY – When Huntley 4x200-meter relay anchor Mike Dollar grabbed the baton from Connor Boos on Friday, he was a few meters behind Jefferson’s DeRontae Craig, but that didn’t seem to bother the senior, as he found another gear. ... Read More ť

Angels hold on for 12-9 win over White Sox

ANAHEIM, Calif. – Alberto Callaspo hit a three-run homer in Los Angeles’ five-run seventh inning, and the Angels beat the White Sox, 12-9, Saturday to end the Sox’s four-game ... Read More ť

Blackhawks notes: Non-calls anger captain

CHICAGO – Blackhawks captain Jonathan Toews absorbed all kinds of physical punishment Saturday during a 4-1 loss to the Detroit Red Wings. Now, Toews wants to return the favor ... Read More ť

Breakers in Crystal Lake reopens after crash

CRYSTAL LAKE – After being closed for more than three months, The Breakers Restaurant is back to doing what it does best – mixing tropical drinks and serving up Chinese food. ... Read More ť

Our View: A rough week for Obama administration

The Northwest Herald Editorial Board offers this week’s thumbs up and thumbs down: Thumbs down: To the Obama administration for the numerous scandals that have become a major ... Read More ť

Schaumburg: Freedoms erode when rights are violated

What’s the best thing to do when your Justice Department infringes on First Amendment rights of the media? Float – again – the idea of passing a federal media shield law. It’s ... Read More ť

Opposed to SB 2187

To the Editor: The Illinois Legislature is on the verge of putting thousands of Illinoisans with mental and emotional conditions at serious risk if it passes legislation allow ... Read More ť

Property owner thoughts

To the Editor: I love living in McHenry County for the past 10 years. I have been further fortunate enough to have a job where I have met a lot of great McHenry County familie ... Read More ť

Great America switches things up by turning ‘BATMAN’ backward

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Not Necessarily Uniform

Penny Keck has used her roots and medical background to open a Crystal Lake business that offers uniforms for medical, public safety, security and culinary personnel. ... Read More ť

Wood or chain-link? Picking the right fence for your home

Around my neighborhood, I see vinyl, cedar, metal and a number of other fence types. Here are the pros and cons of homeowners’ most popular choices. ... Read More ť

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Cubs' Garza scheduled to make season debut Tuesday

CHICAGO – Right-hander Matt Garza will finally make his first start of the season Tuesday at Pittsburgh.

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Quenneville deflects praise for Jack Adams nod

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Feeding America receives $1M from Caterpillar Foundation

Feeding America, the nation's leading hunger-relief organization, has announced a $1 million investment from the Caterpillar Foundation to support programs that provide fresh fruit and vegetables to low-income clients who do not have the access or financial means to provide these foods to their families.

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