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Episodes
- Longtime ‘Blue Streak’ and voice of Woodstock basketball is beloved by high school students, staff
Jack Darby, the longtime voice of Woodstock boys basketball and former freshman study hall monitor, is cherished by students and staff for his generosity, humor, and support of WHS athletics.
- He keeps Huntley running through snowstorms, emergencies and everyday pothole repairs
Huntley street superintendent Dan Ruggles oversees a wide range of public works, including snow removal, pothole repair, sidewalk maintenance, tree trimming, and responding to traffic accidents.
- Dispatchers - on the call during people’s worst moments - help save lives too
Dispatchers, such as those at SEECOM, are vital to emergency response. They are the first point of contact during critical situations and play a key role in saving lives.
- Sisters-in-law multiply community impact with recycled prom dresses and so much more
Sisters-in-law in McHenry County organized a prom dress resale event to raise money for local charitable causes. The initiative focuses on giving back to the community through the resale of dresses.
- McHenry man taught, coached scores of local kids: ‘Remarkable ability to connect with people’
Jerry Eiserman was recognized with the McHenry Area Chamber of Commerce Frank E. Low Award for his extensive service as a teacher, coach, sports official, and mentor in McHenry, noted for his ability to connect with people.
- Off-duty Crystal Lake firefighter uses garden hose, helps contain fire
An off-duty Crystal Lake firefighter successfully used a garden hose to help contain a house fire prior to the arrival of emergency services.
- Clutch two-out hitting keys Huntley’s win at Maine South
Huntley's baseball team secured a 9-6 victory over Maine South, with all nine of their runs scoring with two outs.
- Clutch two-out hitting keys Huntley’s win at Maine South
Huntley achieved a 9-6 nonconference road victory over Maine South on Saturday. The team demonstrated clutch performance by scoring all nine of their runs with two outs.
- Officials identify infant who was unresponsive at Woodstock daycare who later died
An infant, identified by officials, passed away after a medical emergency at a Woodstock daycare. The investigation into the incident is ongoing.
- Signs yes, time limits no to improve parking situation in downtown McHenry
The McHenry City Council approved new signage to improve parking availability. However, they decided against implementing time limits for parking spots.
- Plan for 280 single- and multi-family units on Cary Maplewood land advances over neighbor objections
Plans for 280 residential units on the former Maplewood School property in Cary are moving forward. Developers are proceeding despite objections from local residents.
- Minivan, mixer truck crash near Union; both drivers injured
A minivan and a mixer truck collided near Union on Friday morning, resulting in injuries to both drivers who were subsequently taken to the hospital.
- Man who presented history shows at local libraries guilty of possessing child sex abuse image
A local historian has pleaded guilty to possessing a child sex abuse image. The historian, known for presentations across the state and in McHenry County, entered a guilty plea.
- Crystal Lake Central co-op girls lacrosse wins 6th straight FVC title: Friday’s Northwest Herald roundup
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- Aiden Eickelmann, Gavin Rettberg spark sixth-inning rally as Huntley comes back to beat McHenry
Huntley defeated McHenry 5-3 in a baseball game. Aiden Eickelmann hit a game-tying single and Gavin Rettberg hit the go-ahead single in the sixth inning.
- Allyson Schaid, Kylee Nicholson lead Woodstock North past Richmond-Burton
Woodstock North softball secured a 7-0 victory against Richmond-Burton, maintaining their perfect Kishwaukee River Conference record. Key players included Allyson Schaid with three extra-base hits and Kylee Nicholson, who achieved 11 strik…
- Infant found unresponsive at Woodstock daycare has died
An infant who was discovered unresponsive at a Woodstock daycare on Tuesday has passed away. The Cook County Medical Examiner's Office confirmed the infant's death.
- Canvas cyberattack hits McHenry County school districts
A cyberattack this week disrupted the Canvas online learning system used by McHenry County school districts and the college, with potential data access implications.
- Man falls into Fox River in McHenry
A man fell into the Fox River in McHenry on Friday morning. The incident occurred as he was opening his boat for the season.
- Fox River Grove trustee censured by board for ‘potentially slanderous’ comments
A Fox River Grove trustee was censured by the Village Board for comments considered potentially slanderous, after raising questions about staff conflicts of interest.
- McHenry County property tax bills are in the mail. Here’s how to pay
Property tax bills for McHenry County are being mailed out. The episode provides information on how to pay these bills and avoid late penalties.
- Man charged with exposing himself to children at Crystal Lake elementary school
A Crystal Lake man has been charged with indecent exposure after allegedly exposing himself to children outside an elementary school during recess.
- McHenry County conservatives plan ‘Rally of the Silent Majority’ May 17
Conservative groups in McHenry County announced plans for a 'Rally of the Silent Majority' on May 17. They cited a need for conservatives to be vocal.
- Work on McHenry’s Miller Road bridge over Fox River brings lane closure, slows boat launching
The McHenry Division of Transportation is resurfacing the southern deck of the Charles J. Miller Bridge. This work will limit access to the Miller Riverfront boat launch.
- IHSA sectional assignments for McHenry County boys track and field teams
This episode details the IHSA sectional assignments for McHenry County's boys track and field teams.
- IHSA sectional assignments for McHenry County girls track and field teams
This episode details the IHSA sectional assignments specifically for girls track and field teams located in the McHenry County area.
- Fired-up Levi Perrotta, Woodstock North hold off Woodstock
Woodstock North held off Woodstock for a 10-9 baseball victory in a Kishwaukee River Conference game. Starting pitcher Levi Perrotta brought energy to the game.
- Huntley wins 8 events, brings home 5th consecutive FVC girls track and field title
The Huntley Red Raiders won the Fox Valley Conference girls track and field championship with 153 points, claiming eight event victories for their fifth straight title.
- Addison Schaffer nets hat trick as Crystal Lake Central wins FVC title: Thursday’s Northwest Herald roundup
Addison Schaffer scored three goals to lead Crystal Lake Central to the Fox Valley Conference girls soccer title. The roundup also highlighted perfect games thrown by McHenry's Brooke Snyder and Marengo's Ellie White.
- Feeling good again, Reese Mosolino pitches Prairie Ridge past Huntley in key FVC game
Prairie Ridge beat Huntley 5-1 in a key FVC game. Senior Reese Mosolino pitched effectively, striking out six batters and allowing only one unearned run. Freshman Olivia Swiderek recorded her first varsity hit and RBIs in the victory.
- Fox River between McHenry and Algonquin reopens for boating
Boating is once again permitted on the lower Fox River between McHenry and the Algonquin dam. The river had been closed to boating activities due to flooding.
- 5-story apartment-commercial building gets green light for Fox River Grove’s Block B
A five-story mixed-use development has been approved for the vacant block along Route 14 in Fox River Grove by the village board.
- 2 rescued after boat flips over on Crystal Lake
Two people were rescued without injury after a sailboat capsized on Crystal Lake on Wednesday evening. Officials reported the incident.
- Home uninhabitable after Huntley basement fire
A fire late Wednesday left a Huntley home uninhabitable. Officials from the Huntley Fire Protection District confirmed the news.
- Confident Danny Adams pitches Crystal Lake Central past Prairie Ridge
Danny Adams pitched a complete game two-hitter, leading Crystal Lake Central to a 4-2 victory over Prairie Ridge in a Fox Valley Conference baseball game.
- Liz Smith strikes in final minutes, Johnsburg tops Richmond-Burton to claim KRC tournament championship
Johnsburg's girls soccer team defeated Richmond-Burton 1-0 in the KRC tournament finals, with Liz Smith scoring the winning goal. This victory completed their season sweep of both the regular season and tournament titles.
- McHenry baseball wins two; Marian’s Christine Chmiel strikes out 18: Wednesday’s Northwest Herald roundup
McHenry baseball secured two victories against Hampshire. Christine Chmiel of Marian Central recorded 18 strikeouts in a win over Chicago Christian. Hampshire softball featured home runs from three players.
- 4-car crash closes Route 31 in Johnsburg; 3 injured
Three people were injured in a four-vehicle crash that caused the closure of Route 31 in Johnsburg.
- Here are IHSA playoff softball pairings for McHenry County teams
The IHSA has announced the softball playoff pairings for McHenry County teams. Notable seeds include Huntley (4A) and Prairie Ridge (3A) as No. 1 seeds, and Woodstock North (3A) and Marian Central (2A) as No. 2 seeds.
- Woodstock man with repeated domestic violence offenses pleads guilty in latest case, is sent to prison
A Woodstock man with a history of domestic violence convictions pleaded guilty to a recent charge and was sentenced to three years and six months in prison.
- Johnsburg’s Hidden Harbor closer to redevelopment with agreement on tax-incentive terms
Johnsburg leaders have agreed to explore tax incentives for the redevelopment of Hidden Harbor on the Fox River.
- Infant hospitalized after being found unresponsive at Woodstock daycare
An infant required hospitalization for advanced care after being discovered unresponsive at a Woodstock daycare, according to police.
- Oliver: Alzheimer’s may bring change, but some things happily remain
The episode discusses how certain aspects of a person's essence remain untouched by Alzheimer's disease, even as the illness brings about changes.
- Gavin Stumbaugh’s walk-off hit lifts Burlington Central past Richmond-Burton
Gavin Stumbaugh, a junior at Burlington Central, hit a walk-off single in his first varsity start, leading the Rockets to a 5-4 win against Richmond-Burton in a nonconference baseball game.
- IHSA sectional assignments for McHenry County boys tennis teams
The episode details the IHSA sectional assignments for boys tennis teams in the McHenry County area.
- Woodstock North softball wraps up 1st KRC championship: Tuesday’s Northwest Herald roundup
Woodstock North's softball team has won their first Kishwaukee River Conference championship. The roundup also mentions standout performances from Burlington Central, Huntley, and Marengo softball teams.
- Richmond-Burton holds off Johnsburg to claim Kishwaukee River Conference title
Richmond-Burton won the Kishwaukee River Conference Girls Track and Field championship by defeating Johnsburg. This victory avenged their loss from the previous year's final race.
- Johnsburg to get a Target; store will take over shuttered JCPenney
A Target store will open in Johnsburg, Illinois, in the former JCPenney location. The agreement includes significant sales tax rebates.
- Malaina Kurth, Bella Frangiamore, Grace Puhar each score twice as Cary-Grove cruises over Crystal Lake South
The Cary-Grove girls soccer team secured a 6-0 win against Crystal Lake South. Malaina Kurth, Bella Frangiamore, and Grace Puhar each scored two goals, with Ella St. Onge providing two assists.
- Chain O’Lakes, upper Fox River reopen for boating after weeks of flooding
The Fox Waterway Agency announced Tuesday that the Chain O’Lakes and a portion of the Fox River have reopened for boating after being closed due to flooding.