McHenry County News
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Child drowns at Fox River Grove home
Jul 23, 2021 8:12 PM - A child drowned Friday morning at a Fox River Grove home, a fire official said. -
Boy pulled from Lake in the Hills pond by golfers, in critical condition
Jul 23, 2021 7:16 PM - A child was pulled from a pond in Lake in the Hills by bystanders who began resuscitative efforts, police and fire officials said in news releases Friday. -
How county animal shelters are handling the summer influx, and what pet owners can do
Jul 23, 2021 4:12 PM - DuPage County Animal Services, the second largest county-run pet shelter in the state, was at "critical capacity" in June. Now, thanks to adoption, reunification and rescue partners, the shelter has less than 200 animals in their care for the first time in weeks. The pattern is seen at most other suburban county-operated shelters. -
Barnes & Noble plans move to Algonquin Commons this fall
Jul 23, 2021 8:37 AM - Barnes & Noble plans on moving out of its West Dundee location, and into the Algonquin Commons, later this year. One of the country's largest retail booksellers, Barnes & Noble announced Thursday it plans on relocating from Spring Hill Mall Shopping Center to the Algonquin Commons in October.
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Rep. Bos Sponsored Bill to Ensure Access to Telehealth Services Signed by Governor
Jul 23, 2021 11:06 AM - Today, State Representative Chris Bos (R-Lake Zurich) joined Illinois Governor JB Pritzker and a bipartisan group of legislators as the Governor signed House Bill 3308 into law. -
Three Mt. Prospect Friends Host Huge Record Sale July 24
Jul 23, 2021 11:05 AM - Three Mt. Prospect friends Bob, Bob, and Fred -each with music industry experience and knowledge - will hold a huge vinyl record sale Saturday, July 24 from 9:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 306 W. Hiawatha Trail in south Mt. Prospect, just off Route 83. -
AIDS Run & Walk Chicago returns for 30th year Oct. 2
Jul 23, 2021 9:21 AM - Now in its 30th year, AIDS Run & Walk Chicago returns to Soldier Field Saturday, Oct. 2, to support individuals living with and vulnerable to HIV/AIDS and other chronic illnesses. -
Help round up and remove rusty crayfish Aug. 7
Jul 22, 2021 5:43 PM - There are underwater invaders in local streams and rivers and Kane County Forest Preserve District is asking for your help to find them. The culprit is the rusty crayfish, a tiny aquatic creature that is an invasive species in Kane County. -
Extension educator offers options for pest management plan
Jul 22, 2021 4:19 PM - Weeds can alter ecosystems and rob healthy plants of water, sunlight, and nutrients, hindering their growth. Woodlands, prairies, and even hedgerows in urban landscapes can be overtaken by invasive weeds which can look "all-natural." -
Jesse Brown conducts veteran outreach at Native American GatheringJul 22, 2021 2:40 PM - Jesse Brown VA Medical Center reached out to Native American veterans at the National Gathering of American Indian Veterans at Cantigny Park in Wheaton on Saturday, July 17.
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