Madigan: The man behind the mess
If Illinois passes any kind of budget as a result of the ongoing special session, it will be because Democratic House Speaker Mike Madigan a…
Lakewood trustees approve new police chief, revise village authority over the position
LAKEWOOD – Lakewood trustees voted Tuesday night to appoint Sgt. Michael Roth as the next chief of police, but not before amending the munic…
Mike Madigan's power over paralyzed Springfield
SHAW MEDIA NEWS ANALYSISIf Illinois passes any kind of budget as a result of the ongoing special ses…
County Board approves McHenry County Conservation District budget
WOODSTOCK – The McHenry County Board approved a 2018 maintenance budget for the McHenry County Conservation District that contained few, if …
McHenry County Clerk Mary McClellan announces run for judge, will not seek second term
WOODSTOCK – McHenry County Clerk Mary McClellan will not seek a second term and instead will run to fill the seat of former Judge Maureen Mc…
McHenry County Board approves prevailing wage, ending three years of protest votes
WOODSTOCK – The McHenry County Board approved the state prevailing wage rates, ending a three-year streak of casting a symbolic protest vote…
Marengo interchange continues, Longmeadow stops under IDOT budget shutdown
McHenry County leaders who have waited a long time for a Marengo interchange at Interstate 90 and Route 23 will not have their dream delayed…
First phase to fix Nunda Township intersection complete
WOODSTOCK – The McHenry County Division of Transportation has completed a short-term project in an effort to reduce severe car accidents at …
McHenry County Board chairman: LITH Sanitary District pulling 'shenanigans' to avoid consolidation
A political and legal battle is brewing over a move by the Lake in the Hills Sanitary District to buy land in Kane County, which, if success…
McHenry County Board approves March referendum to eliminate recorder's office
WOODSTOCK – McHenry County voters will decide in March whether to keep or consolidate the office of recorder of deeds.
Woodstock council votes to approve Benton Street outdoor dining plan
WOODSTOCK – Outdoor dining is coming to Benton Street this summer after city council members approved a set of rules, regulations and liquor…
