McHenry County
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Food Shed co-op in Woodstock ‘having trouble’ staying afloatJan 02, 2026 9:36 am - About a year and a half after opening its doors, the Food Shed Co-op in Woodstock is at risk of closing them.
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Demolition begins at historic Crystal Lake AcademyJan 02, 2026 9:24 am - The demolition of the Crystal Lake Academy Building, one of the oldest remaining structures in the city, has begun.
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Entertainment venues, grocery stores and more on tap for suburbs in 2026Jan 02, 2026 8:52 am - Pickleball courts, child day care facilities, data centers and restaurants have been popping up or proposed throughout the suburbs but they won’t be the only newcomers in 2026.
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Why is it called Half Day Road? Learn about that and other surprises at the Lake County History SymposiumJan 01, 2026 5:35 pm - History buffs and those with a general curiosity can learn how researchers separate myth from fact during the upcoming Lake County History Symposium.
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Pet rescues sound alarm for more foster homes throughout suburbsJan 01, 2026 2:33 pm - Officials from suburban pet rescue groups say there is a growing need for more foster homes in the region.
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Hundreds plunge into Lake Michigan for annual Waukegan charity eventJan 01, 2026 2:17 pm - More than 500 participants plunged into Lake Michigan Thursday for the 27th annual Waukegan Polar Bear Plunge at Waukegan Municipal Beach.
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Cary home a total loss after New Year's Eve fire; family dog missingJan 01, 2026 8:52 am - A house in Cary was a total loss following an afternoon fire New Year’s Eve and fire officials say a dog remains missing.
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Huntley church to offer new member gatheringJan 01, 2026 12:28 am - Shepherd of the Prairie Lutheran Church is hosting a new member gathering on Feb. 15, giving prospective members a chance to learn about the church and its ministry.
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The Week in Pictures gives you our favorite photos from the end of DecemberDec 31, 2025 10:12 pm -
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Lake Zurich police squad struck while officer was conducting a traffic stopDec 31, 2025 5:02 pm - A McHenry woman faces driving under the influence and other charges after police say she struck a Lake Zurich squad car Tuesday night while the officer was conducting a traffic stop.