Oliver: Friendship developed one emailed letter at a time
When one writes a newspaper column, criticism comes with the territory. So I try not to be too surprised when, from time to time, someone de…
Another view: The U.S. Navy's deadly collision course in the Pacific
The circumstances of the crash of the USS John S. McCain near Singapore, which killed at least one U.S. sailor and has left nine missing, re…
Our view: Crystal Lake firefighters should drop lawsuit against city before wasting public money
When taxing bodies fight in court, taxpayers lose.That’s a lesson many haven’t forgotten after the y…
Letter: Auto mechanics strike about more than money
To the Editor:My husband, John, is a master technician/diagnostician working at an Evanston dealersh…
Another view: The German miracle
Angela Merkel is a rare leader on the continent in recent years to head into an election with a strong economy. She is the luckiest politici…
Letter: Anyone remember World War II?
To the Editor:When did it become a source of pride to be racist?Our country has lost its collective …
Letter: Has Trump become unworthy of support?
To the Editor:Some questions to ponder:Do you want a president who is a true Republican?Do you want …
From the Editor's Desk: Peace won out when the Klan came to Woodstock in 1995
What would happen if hate groups descended on McHenry County? It happened here 22 years ago. And history shows how the community responded. …
Our view: President Donald Trump must stop covering for hate groups
It is strange that a president supposedly obsessed with “winning” seems to be so willing to provide cover for Confederates and Nazis.
Our view: Withholding public information sets a dangerous precedent
Crystal Lake police said two people were slain Aug. 3 in a house at 185 Marian Parkway in the city.W…
Top 10 Trivia with Jack DeRue
Greetings, Jack DeRue here, your seeker of statistics, ready for another round of trivia. This week, the trivia is all about a solar event t…
