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]]>falseepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/huntley-man-accused-of-restraining-woman-in-tesla-cybertruck-performing-lewd-act--72275781artl_XPvkGHVZkLQMon, 01 Jun 2026 10:53:46 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Huntley man is charged with unlawful restraint, a Class 4 felony, as well as public indecency involving lewd exposure, according to a criminal complaint filed in McHenry County court.96false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/woman-of-distinction-catherine-jones-is-a-leader-of-leaders-conduit-between-businesses-workforce--72267745artl_DKJpZtJLrYPSun, 31 May 2026 22:27:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCatherine Jones is relatively new to her role as executive director of Leadership Greater McHenry County, but has a long professional history of connecting people with potential employers, mainly through her previous role at McHenry County College.239false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/police-woodstock-man-attempted-to-cause-great-harm-to-himself-when-he-crashed-car-into-townhome--72265365artl_6PEgDS8ddwKSun, 31 May 2026 18:32:35 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA family of four has been displaced after a car crashed into their Woodstock townhome early Saturday.196false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lake-in-the-hills-approves-solar-farm-with-battery-storage--72263944artl_6PEgDS8R5BKSun, 31 May 2026 15:52:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLake in the Hills officials have approved a solar farm and battery storage plant.337false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/can-mchenry-county-charge-extra-fees-to-solar-farms-for-their-impact-on-roads-it-s-trying--72263938artl_qap4wUB877aSun, 31 May 2026 15:45:15 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAmid frustration with state laws that limit their ability to vote down solar farms, McHenry County officials are considering a new fee on solar farm developers to cover the impact of their construction on county roads.229false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/people-over-parking-act-kicks-in-monday-what-you-need-to-know--72263148artl_NKDzNi74LePSun, 31 May 2026 14:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe People over Parking Act prohibits municipalities from enforcing their parking minimums for development projects within a half mile of a public transportation hub.314false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/huntley-s-will-geske-ties-for-7th-at-state-tennis-meet-saturday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--72257994artl_MK4ylHqnB5aSun, 31 May 2026 02:14:27 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHuntley senior Will Geske tied for seventh at the Class 2A boys tennis state tournament, while McHenry, Jacobs, Marengo, Richmond-Burton and Burlington Central baseball all lost in regional finals Saturday. Read more in the Northwest Herald roundup.279false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cary-grove-s-logan-abrams-bounces-back-marengo-s-jackson-heimsoth-earns-runner-up-medal-at-state-track--72257613artl_1Po8xtwJeBQSun, 31 May 2026 01:49:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCary-Grove's Logan Abrams ended his high school career with a third-place finish in the Class 3A discus, while Marengo's Jackson Heimsoth, Woodstock North's Adan Castaneda and Dundee-Crown's Oreoluwa Sobodu earned two state medals at the IHSA Boys...379false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/huntley-falls-to-barrington-2-0-in-class-4a-sectional-final-for-2nd-straight-year--72254184artl_kPMvwUwwnOQSat, 30 May 2026 20:47:46 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFacing Barrington for the 10th straight postseason, the Red Raiders saw their season end with a 2-0 loss to the host Fillies on Saturday in a Class 4A Barrington Sectional final. "We all played our hearts out. We wanted it, but just came up a little...327false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nolan-dabrowski-s-walk-off-single-sends-crystal-lake-south-past-carmel--72254185artl_JagLNUAAjGPSat, 30 May 2026 20:30:57 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkNolan Dabrowski hit a two-run, walk-off single with none out in the bottom of the seventh inning, lifting Crystal Lake South's baseball team to a 4-3 win over Carmel in the title game of the Class 3A Vernon Hills Regional.300false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-central-holds-off-upset-minded-woodstock-north-for-regional-title--72253326artl_qap4wUYY6LaSat, 30 May 2026 20:05:13 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCrystal Lake Central's late-season surge continues. The ninth-seeded Tigers held off a Woodstock North comeback to win 6-3 in the Class 3A regional final Saturday. Central advances to next week's Grayslake Central Sectional.217false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prairie-ridge-can-t-solve-grayslake-central-s-beau-barrows-in-class-3a-regional-final-loss--72253325artl_WKBBEiRRYeKSat, 30 May 2026 20:01:44 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkPrairie Ridge was held to three hits, all singles, against Grayslake Central's Beau Barrows in a 3-0 loss Saturday at the Class 3A Cary-Grove Regional final. "We’re going to get better. We’ll be back.”175false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/liz-smith-strikes-twice-from-range-johnsburg-defeats-willows-academy-to-win-class-1a-sectional-championship--72252580artl_1Pn5bCOONnaSat, 30 May 2026 18:51:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLiz Smith scored two goals in the first 20 minutes, Lila Konrad posted 13 saves and Johnsburg's perfect season continued with a 2-1 win over Willows Academy in the IHSA Class 1A sectional championship girls soccer game at Cristo Rey St. Martin on...275false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/car-crashes-into-townhouse-in-woodstock-while-family-of-4-sleeps-inside--72244791artl_NKDzNiM36WPSat, 30 May 2026 12:15:59 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA man was taken to the hospital after crashing his car into a townhouse in Woodstock while a family of four slept inside.90false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cary-grove-s-logan-abrams-advances-to-discus-finals-northwest-herald-boys-track-and-field-state-roundup--72238681artl_gaN16tJvvMKSat, 30 May 2026 03:17:34 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCary-Grove senior Logan Abrams advanced to the Class 3A discus finals but fouled on all three of his attempts in the shot put. He medaled in both throws events last year. Plus, Class 2A results in Friday's Northwest Herald boys track and field state...389false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/huntley-s-will-geske-advances-to-last-day-of-state-tennis-friday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--72238684artl_Dayv5UeGrqPSat, 30 May 2026 02:34:48 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHuntley's Will Geske went 3-0 on Friday to continue his boys tennis state tournament run, while Huntley girls lacrosse won its first sectional championship with an 18-10 win against Naperville North. Plus more in Friday's Northwest Herald roundup.203false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/emma-dallas-prairie-ridge-walk-off-9-inning-thriller-against-kaneland-to-win-class-3a-sectional-title--72237733artl_1Pn5bCO93vaSat, 30 May 2026 02:11:16 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkPrairie Ridge's Reese Mosolino tossed nine shutout innings, and Emma Dallas hit a walk-off RBI double to score Karsyn Ledgerwood as the Wolves outlasted Kaneland 1-0 Friday in nine innings to win the Class 3A Belvidere North Secitonal title.320false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/early-hole-sinks-crystal-lake-central-co-op-girls-lacrosse-in-sectional-final-loss-to-barrington--72238683artl_xPk5YCqwWxKSat, 30 May 2026 02:10:43 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHost Crystal Lake Central co-op fell behind 5-0 in the first 10 minutes against Barrington and couldn't recover in an 11-6 loss to the Fillies at the Crystal Lake Central Sectional championship on Friday afternoon.236false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/addison-schaffer-crystal-lake-central-beat-belvidere-north-for-fourth-sectional-title-in-a-row--72237731artl_7Q5y4HwqExQSat, 30 May 2026 01:46:47 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAddison Schaffer scored twice, including less than five minutes into the match, and Crystal Lake Central's girls soccer team defeated Belvidere North 3-1 in the Class 2A Crystal Lake Central Sectional final Friday.242false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/twin-sisters-step-up-as-huntley-takes-warren-to-the-wire-falls-in-2ot-of-class-3a-sectional-championship--72237736artl_1Po8xtwj1gQSat, 30 May 2026 01:40:27 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkSenior midfielder Brooke Grabs scored in the fourth minute, twin sister Ashlyn Grabs recorded 12 saves and Huntley went 100 minutes with No. 1 seed Warren, falling 2-1 in double overtime during Friday's IHSA Class 3A sectional girls soccer final at...293false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lake-in-the-hills-home-uninhabitable-after-fire-resident-suffers-minor-injury--72234497artl_MK4ylHqZlRaFri, 29 May 2026 19:45:48 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA home in Lake in the Hills was left uninhabitable by a fire Thursday afternoon.105false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-s-happening-with-route-31-between-crystal-lake-and-mchenry-here-s-the-latest-on-long-term-project--72226374artl_JagLNUAgGJPFri, 29 May 2026 13:28:39 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkComEd crews are relocating 246 power poles in preparation for the major Route 31 expansion project, expected to start in earnest in 2027 after years of prep work.250false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prairie-ridge-holds-off-upset-minded-cary-grove--72218896artl_MK4ylHqz8naFri, 29 May 2026 02:25:20 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCole Zaleski pitched six shutout innings, Gavin Piekos hit a two-out single to break a scoreless tie in the sixth, and Prairie Ridge's baseball team held off upset-minded Cary-Grove 2-1 in a semifinal of the Class 3A Cary-Grove Regional on Thursday in...330false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bud-shanahan-delivers-3-rbis-niklas-thorsen-seals-crystal-lake-central-s-regional-semifinal-win-over-wauconda--72218068artl_9QemEuvA6NQFri, 29 May 2026 01:30:43 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBud Shanahan went 3 for 4 with a double and three RBIs, Wade Ozment held Wauconda to three hits in just over five innings pitched and Niklas Thorsen secured the save as Crystal Lake Central topped Wauconda 6-3 in IHSA Class 3A regional semifinal...253false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/johnsburg-s-batt-jacobs-santa-ines-cl-south-s-doubles-team-reach-quarterfinals-of-state-boys-tennis-tourney--72217470artl_maqp6tZNDjKFri, 29 May 2026 00:36:39 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJohnsburg’s Tyler Batt, Jacobs’ Samuel Santa Ines and Crystal Lake South’s doubles team of Zeke Boldman and Eryk Bucior advanced to the quarterfinals at state tennis, Marengo baseball beat Rockford Christian in a Class 2A regional semifinal, and more...522false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lake-in-the-hills-man-accused-of-delivering-fatal-dose-of-cocaine--72215636artl_zK3G5c1nq8KThu, 28 May 2026 20:50:58 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Lake in the Hills man was arrested Thursday and charged with delivering a dose of cocaine last year that led to someone’s death, according to court records.67false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rabid-bat-found-in-mchenry-county--72215634artl_6PEgDSwkmwKThu, 28 May 2026 20:29:49 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA person was exposed to a rabid bat in McHenry County, health officials said Thursday, marking the first rabies-positive bat with human exposure in 2026.238false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/richmond-burton-earns-payback-upsets-johnsburg--72207888artl_wQ0gGSO1EWPThu, 28 May 2026 12:18:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLogan Johnson pitched five-plus innings of one-run ball, Bryce Kowall delivered a two-RBI single, and Richmond-Burton's baseball team avenged two regular-season losses by beating Johnsburg 6-2 in a semifinal of the Class 2A Johnsburg Regional.319false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/man-ejected-from-single-car-crash-near-huntley-critically-injured--72207887artl_wQWylHVOo0aThu, 28 May 2026 12:07:25 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA man suffered critical injuries after officials believe he was ejected from his car in a single-vehicle crash Wednesday afternoon near Route 47 in Huntley.96false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ben-auer-landon-paul-combine-for-shutout-as-st-charles-north-tops-dundee-crown-in-class-4a-regional-semis--72198685artl_mabyJH5DzEKThu, 28 May 2026 02:09:07 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBen Auer and Landon Paul combined to strike out 10 batters in a two-hit shutout to lead St. Charles North, which scored twice in the third inning to beat Dundee-Crown 3-1 in an IHSA Class 4A regional semifinal baseball game Wednesday evening.243false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/zaiden-vess-throws-shutout-woodstock-north-baseball-upsets-st-viator-wednesday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--72198686artl_9QemEuv3zYQThu, 28 May 2026 01:04:14 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkZaiden Vess pitched a shutout as Woodstock North upset St. Viator, George Donze struck out 10 for Jacobs, Carson Trivellini posted five RBIs for Crystal Lake South, Leo Bianchin had five RBIs in Huntley's win and McHenry hit four home runs to top...204false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ellie-peck-madi-kossakowski-lead-kaneland-past-woodstock-north-into-class-3a-sectional-final--72197611artl_mabyJH5g3eKThu, 28 May 2026 00:54:45 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkEllie Peck tossed her third complete game of the postseason and Madi Kossakowski collected extra-base hits in her first three at-bats Wednesday to lead Kaneland past Woodstock North 7-4 in the teams' Class 3A Belvidere North Sectional semifinal.315false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wonder-lake-felon-who-sold-unserialized-machine-gun-to-woodstock-man-admits-guilt--72195554artl_nP9zWiDX0eQWed, 27 May 2026 22:59:43 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Wonder Lake man pleaded guilty Wednesday to unlawfully possessing a weapon as a felon and was sentenced to six years in prison. Authorities said he sold an unserialized machine gun to someone without a FOID who later was arrested.147false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-police-man-solicited-teens-downtown--72194365artl_DKJpZtGrZ6PWed, 27 May 2026 22:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA McHenry man is facing a felony charge, accused of soliciting teens Saturday evening in downtown McHenry.81false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/home-rule-for-mchenry-county-voter-request-floated-amid-money-pressure-loss-of-local-control--72189106artl_WKBBEiR7YOKWed, 27 May 2026 16:22:23 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAs McHenry County officials express frustration at state legislation they say erodes local control, they’re considering asking the voters for permission to become home rule.325false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-northwest-herald-boys-track-and-field-qualifiers-for-ihsa-state-finals--72183742artl_1Pn5bCOW7qaWed, 27 May 2026 10:00:06 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe IHSA boys track and field state championships run Thursday-Saturday at Eastern Illinois University in Charleston. Here is the full list of state qualifiers from the Northwest Herald area.421false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/huntley-rolls-past-lake-zurich-secures-spot-in-class-4a-sectional-final-against-undefeated-barrington--72179293artl_damyZHN1OGaWed, 27 May 2026 03:49:54 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHuntley jumped on Lake Zurich early and rode the hot pitching of junior Layla Olson to to a 13-1 victory to reach the championship of the Class 4A Barrington Sectional. The Red Raiders will face host Barrington at 11 a.m. Saturday in the final.194false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/johnsburg-tops-cristo-rey-st-martin-richmond-burton-falls-to-willows-academy-in-class-1a-sectional-semis--72179300artl_AKz7lTYOj9aWed, 27 May 2026 03:28:20 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFive Johnsburg players scored goals in a 6-1 win over Cristo Rey St. Martin, while Richmond-Burton's season ended with a 3-0 loss to Willows Academy in the Class 1A Cristo Rey St. Martin Sectional semifinals on Tuesday.324false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/huntley-girls-soccer-posts-shutout-to-advance-to-sectional-final-tuesday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--72178925artl_2QdBkiD2NMaWed, 27 May 2026 02:47:10 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHuntley's girls soccer team earned a shutout to advance to a Class 3A sectional final, while the Huntley and Crystal Lake Central co-op girls lacrosse teams also won sectional-semifinal matches. Plus, more in Tuesday's Northwest Herald roundup.108false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clutch-hitting-pitching-send-prairie-ridge-past-geneva-in-class-3a-sectional-semifinals--72178392artl_6a84OUM6nBaWed, 27 May 2026 02:13:08 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkPrairie Ridge's Emma Dallas and Mary-Kate Center both delivered clutch two-out hits, Kylie Carroll reached base three times and scored twice, and Reese Mosolino pitched the Wolves past Geneva 3-1 in a Class 3A Belvidere North Sectional semifinal on...283false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pedalpalooza-will-showcase-mchenry-county-s-piece-of-grand-illinois-trail-for-cyclists--72171843artl_XPvkGHGX5qQTue, 26 May 2026 15:22:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkPedalpalooza, a family-friendly cycling event and chance to ride and learn about the 500-mile Grand Illinois Trail, is coming to McHenry County May 30.308false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/new-huntley-beekeeping-regulations-lower-costs-for-hobbyists-could-be-coming--72168564artl_wQWylHV27raTue, 26 May 2026 12:51:23 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHuntley officials are one step closer to lowering the cost of beekeeping in town.332false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-county-board-chairman-breaks-ties-to-approve-2-solar-farms--72168565artl_damyZHNpzjaTue, 26 May 2026 12:38:29 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe McHenry County Board has narrowly approved a pair of solar farms after County Board Chair Mike Buehler cast the tie-breaking vote.155false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/northwest-herald-athlete-of-the-week-dundee-crown-s-jordyn-jeffs--72167170artl_BaYyLH602kaTue, 26 May 2026 11:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkDundee-Crown senior Jordyn Jeffs hit a walk-off home run to beat Burlington Central and set the program’s single-season home run record that had stood since 1984. Jeffs is the Northwest Herald Athlete of the Week.282false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-central-shows-off-offensive-versatility-rolls-past-hononogah-to-reach-sectional-final--72161691artl_GK70XTp57LaTue, 26 May 2026 01:30:50 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCrystal Lake Central's Ella Bechler and Addison Schaffer scored two goals apiece in the first half as the Tigers rolled past Hononegah 8-0 to earn a spot in Friday's Class 2A Crystal Lake Central Sectional girls soccer final.273false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/marian-central-woodstock-baseball-win-playoff-openers-monday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--72161692artl_DKJpZtG5pNPTue, 26 May 2026 01:21:23 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMarian Central's Colin Kowalsky pitched the Hurricanes past St. Edward in their Class 1A regional quarterfinal, and Woodstock's Grady Goglin helped shut down Harvard as the Blue Streaks won their 3A regional opener.138false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/family-in-deadly-wonder-lake-house-explosion-sues-nicor--72160575artl_7Q5y4Hw7L3QMon, 25 May 2026 22:22:08 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA lawsuit has been filed against Nicor Gas over a house explosion in Wonder Lake just days ago that killed a woman and seriously injured two family members.150false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fire-damages-vacant-fox-river-grove-home-friday--72160101artl_xQ1ykHZ4bRQMon, 25 May 2026 22:03:43 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkNo one was injured Friday night in a Fox River Grove fire, a fire official said66false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-memorial-day-parade-honors-ultimate-sacrifice-highlights-women-who-serve--72160102artl_AKz7lTYgo3aMon, 25 May 2026 21:56:27 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe women who have served both behind the scenes in wars past and in active combat roles today were honored Monday during the Crystal Lake Memorial Day Ceremony.164false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/huntley-high-students-build-their-own-classroom--72155934artl_wQWylHV9ZyaMon, 25 May 2026 14:19:58 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHuntley High School‘s geometry construction students have built an outdoor classroom.180false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-landmarks-masterpiece-downtown-bauer-s-garage-building--72155935artl_Dayv5UeYZ2PMon, 25 May 2026 14:16:15 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe 112-year-old building in downtown Crystal Lake that stands out for its striking glazed green bricks is officially designated a local landmark.182false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/new-effort-to-build-multifamily-housing-at-woodstock-former-die-cast-appears-to-be-on-track--72155941artl_wQWylHV9m8aMon, 25 May 2026 14:11:38 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWoodstock officials are aiming to move forward with Murphy Development Group to build new housing on the former Die Cast site.300false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/one-airlifted-after-tree-falls-on-three-youths-in-lakewood--72144002artl_Dayv5Uej5bPSun, 24 May 2026 17:53:12 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA tree fell on three Crystal Lake juveniles Saturday, according to Crystal Lake Fire Rescue.69false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/woodstock-area-man-airlifted-after-dirt-bike-crash--72143998artl_6PEgDSwMWAKSun, 24 May 2026 17:14:46 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Woodstock Fire/Rescue District called in a helicopter for a man injured Saturday in a dirt bike crash.73false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/volo-museum-receives-mysterious-knight-rider-speeding-ticket-in-new-york-for-car-on-display-at-museum--72141843artl_2QdBkiDg0DaSun, 24 May 2026 14:31:51 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkVolo Museum operators are scratching their heads about how the iconic car from the hit 1980s TV show “Knight Rider,” on display in their museum, could have been caught on camera speeding in New York City.143false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-county-snowplow-naming-contest-winners-chosen-see-names-woodstock-schoolchildren-came-up-with--72141844artl_BaYyLH6ONGaSun, 24 May 2026 14:16:52 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkStudents at several Woodstock elementary schools were involved in choosing names for McHenry County snowplows and got to see the vehicles at their schools.201false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/field-of-the-fallen-in-cary-honors-illinois-veterans--72141046artl_WKBBEiRj6EKSun, 24 May 2026 14:11:30 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Field of the Fallen in Cary is put up on Memorial Day to honor Illinois veterans who have died in action since Desert Storm.213false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prairie-ridge-s-anneke-dam-sparkles-at-state-takes-second-in-class-2a-800--72136651artl_qap4wUY7eVaSun, 24 May 2026 02:48:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkPrairie Ridge's Anneke Dam sparkled at state, finishing second in the 800-meter run in Class 2A, while Burlington Central's LaRaiya Cunningham-Duncan was third in the Class 3A long jump. Jacobs' Lennox Szymonik (1,600) and Johnsburg's Hope Klosowicz...440false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/huntley-crystal-lake-south-boys-tennis-win-sectional-titles-saturday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--72135195artl_NKDzNiMOgAPSat, 23 May 2026 23:04:24 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHuntley and Crystal Lake South won sectional titles in boys tennis, Richmond-Burton girls soccer won its fourth regional championship since 2022, Huntley boys volleyball earned a regional-opening win, and more in Saturday's roundup.470false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/huntley-dominates-second-half-cruises-over-zion-benton-to-win-class-3a-regional-girls-soccer-championship--72134266artl_1PXy4HpnqVQSat, 23 May 2026 20:28:17 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHailey Brandlin and Maizie Nickle each scored twice, Mia Moyer, Genevieve Adamson and Nyla Rueda added goals and Huntley dominated the second half to beat Zion-Benton 7-0 and win the IHSA Class 3A regional girls soccer title at its home field Saturday.259false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/woodstock-north-keeps-historic-season-going-tops-crystal-lake-central-for-class-3a-regional-title--72133798artl_1Po8xtwRgnQSat, 23 May 2026 19:49:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWoodstock North's Allyson Schaid got the offense going with a one-out triple in the fourth, Kylee Nicholson threw a two-hitter with 12 strikeouts, and the Thunder beat Crystal Lake Central 5-2 on Saturday to win their first regional title in three years.327false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/man-accused-of-running-over-wife-with-car-on-purpose-in-oakwood-hills-jailed--72133801artl_NKZGXcAny4aSat, 23 May 2026 19:41:52 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA man has been accused of running over his wife with a car in Oakwood Hills and severely injuring her Friday evening.234false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cab-burns-delivery-truck-friday-in-woodstock-nearby-garage-house-spared--72132026artl_maqp6tZRkyKSat, 23 May 2026 16:02:34 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Woodstock Fire/Rescue District was able to prevent a vehicle fire from spreading to the garage it was parked in front of.77false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/man-accused-of-running-over-wife-with-car-on-purpose-in-oakwood-hills--72130221artl_JagLNUAq29PSat, 23 May 2026 13:17:13 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA man has been accused of running over his wife with a car in Oakwood Hills and severely injuring her Friday evening.78false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/barn-consumed-by-fire-near-huntley-crews-stop-spread-to-nearby-buildings--72130222artl_xQ1ykHZgmEQSat, 23 May 2026 12:31:05 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFire crews had to work to protect several threatened nearby structures and extinguish flames that spread to surrounding fields in strong wind.185false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/layla-olson-strikes-out-10-leads-huntley-to-11th-straight-regional-title-friday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--72125186artl_wQWylHVBGpaSat, 23 May 2026 03:32:49 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLayla Olson struck out 10 as Huntley softball won its 11th straight regional title, Johnsburg girls soccer defeated Marengo in penalty kicks to claim its fourth straight regional championship, Dundee-Crown boys track advanced seven events to state,...692false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prairie-ridge-beats-cary-grove-for-3rd-time-this-season-wins-3rd-straight-regional-title--72124568artl_DPOm2uXg07KSat, 23 May 2026 02:51:30 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkPrairie Ridge's Reese Mosolino allowed only one hit and struck out 10 as the Wolves defeated Cary-Grove for the third time this season to capture their third straight Class 3A regional championship on Friday.200false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aurora-central-catholic-rallies-to-upset-marengo-for-1st-regional-title-since-2019--72124120artl_GK70XTpmnDaSat, 23 May 2026 02:02:45 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAurora Central Catholic senior pitcher Corina Maratea took a hot shot off her right hip but bounced back as the Chargers rallied to upset Marengo 4-3 and win their first regional championship since 2019.279false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prairie-ridge-s-anneke-dam-speeds-into-final-of-ihsa-class-2a-800-run--72123571artl_Dayv5UenvpPSat, 23 May 2026 00:48:54 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkPrairie Ridge's Anneke Dam (800 run) and Jessie Merritt (high jump), Jacobs' Lennox Szymonik (1,600) and Johnsburg's Hope Klosowicz all qualified Friday for Saturday's state finals at Eastern Illinois University in Charleston.218false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jordin-gaunaurd-scores-twice-crystal-lake-central-beats-prairie-ridge-to-win-class-2a-regional-championship--72123596artl_BaYyLH6BqzaSat, 23 May 2026 00:21:57 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAllison Barnett gave Crystal Lake Central a first-half lead, Jordin Gaunaurd scored a pair of second-half goals and the Tigers shut out Prairie Ridge 3-0 to win the IHSA Class 2A regional girls soccer championship on their home field Friday evening.273false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cary-dairy-abruptly-closes-after-years-long-legal-dispute-with-village-over-sign--72121116artl_2QdBkiD9XkaFri, 22 May 2026 20:47:27 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe locally owned ice cream shop Cary Dairy abruptly closed Thursday, the same day a judge granted permission for the village to remove a sign they claim has been violating its ordinance for years.279false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/from-tiny-shop-to-storefront-mchenry-tea-coffeeshop-graduates-to-standalone-store--72120480artl_gaN16tJmEWKFri, 22 May 2026 19:23:51 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe owners of AteaCo Coffee & Tea had two years at the McHenry Riverwalk Shoppes and are now opening their own tea and coffeeshop on Riverside Drive.258false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/guzman-y-gomez-closes-all-us-restaurants-including-one-in-crystal-lake--72118271artl_DKJpZtG18yPFri, 22 May 2026 16:22:21 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAlmost three years to the date after the Australian-based Mexican fast food chain Guzman y Gomez opened in Crystal Lake, the company has closed all of its U.S. stores.99false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/perseverance-through-pain-after-acl-tear-huntley-s-maizie-nickle-returns-to-form--72113401artl_1Po8xtwD5ZQFri, 22 May 2026 11:00:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMaizie Nickle's junior season ended not only in a heartbreaking loss, but with a torn ACL in her right knee. Despite the injury, one of many she's faced in her career, the Huntley forward returned for her senior season and is peaking at the perfect time.385false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/logan-abrams-leads-cary-grove-to-second-place-at-class-3a-antioch-sectional--72108282artl_DPOm2uXE5VKFri, 22 May 2026 03:44:44 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCary-Grove's Logan Abrams was a double-winner in the shot put and discus at the Class 3A Antioch Sectional, while teammate Jameson Tenopir captured a title in the 1,600. C-G, McHenry, Crystal Lake Central and Huntley will all send individuals to state...202false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/at-long-last-huntley-boys-volleyball-winning--72108283artl_DKJpZtG9XDPFri, 22 May 2026 03:10:12 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHuntley's boys volleyball team is enjoying the best season in the program's 12-year history. The Red Raiders open the postseason Saturday.299false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-central-trio-throws-no-hitter-thursday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--72107165artl_9QemEuvgVNQFri, 22 May 2026 02:01:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCrystal Lake Central's Wade Ozment, Niklas Thorsen and Johnny Geisser threw a combined five-inning no-hitter, Burlington Central's Henry Crumlett qualified for state in the discus, Woodstock North and Richmond-Burton will send boats to the bass...174false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/man-airlifted-after-falling-40-feet-while-removing-tree-in-bull-valley--72106053artl_wQ0gGSO8k6PFri, 22 May 2026 00:16:35 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA man suffered serious injuries and was airlifted after falling 40 feet while doing tree removal work in Bull Valley Thursday morning.75false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2-woodstock-men-both-18-accused-of-holding-boy-at-knifepoint-demanding-his-bike-and-cellphone--72104778artl_eQjyeHdEpxPThu, 21 May 2026 21:50:29 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkTwo Woodstock 18-year-olds face felony charges after they were accused of holding a 13-year-old boy at knifepoint and demanding his bike and cellphone, according to authorities.147false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/garbage-tote-rollout-in-algonquin-not-totally-smooth-as-residents-push-back-on-cost--72104779artl_9QemEuv04kQThu, 21 May 2026 21:32:51 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkStarting next month, Algonquin will require residents to use wheeled totes for garbage service rather than stickers, but the price changes have some residents pushing back.358false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lake-in-the-hills-debuts-its-new-27m-police-station--72100726artl_BaYyLH6pqOaThu, 21 May 2026 16:23:47 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLake in the Hills police officers have a new workspace that officials say is more up-to-date, efficient, secure and provides more privacy for crime victims.165false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-main-beach-opens-saturday-with-new-geese-deterring-lights--72099877artl_WKBBEiRNk1KThu, 21 May 2026 16:09:45 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBeach season officially kicks off Saturday for Crystal Lake Main Beach, and officials hope newly installed technology will prevent closures the park district experienced last summer due to elevated bacteria levels.245false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prairie-ridge-holds-on-takes-home-class-2a-sectional-boys-track-and-field-championship--72092707artl_VaRgzSm9DBPThu, 21 May 2026 03:17:06 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkPrairie Ridge held off a late Woodstock surge to clinch its third straight IHSA sectional boys track and field championship Wednesday. Woodstock, Johnsburg, Woodstock North, Crystal Lake South, Harvard, Richmond-Burton, Marian Central and Marengo all...497false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cl-central-softball-rallies-past-cl-south-for-regional-semifinal-win-wednesday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--72092705artl_6PGkeHL74vPThu, 21 May 2026 02:56:11 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCrystal Lake Central's Kylie Gibbons hit a walk-off single as the Tigers came back to top Crystal Lake South in a regional semifinal, Hampshire, Richmond-Burton and Marengo softball also won regional semis, Burlington Central and Hampshire co-op girls...432false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/marengo-woman-gets-12-years-for-6th-dui-weeks-after-prison-sentence-for-5th-dui--72092084artl_wQ0gGSOjlpPThu, 21 May 2026 01:04:38 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Marengo woman who was sentenced to prison time weeks ago for her 5th DUI got a new sentence for her 6th DUI.120false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cool-and-confident-natalie-bender-pitches-mchenry-past-jacobs-to-reach-class-3a-regional-final--72092085artl_6PEgDSwrz8KThu, 21 May 2026 01:03:36 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMcHenry senior Natalie Bender brought her cool and calm to the circle Wednesday, throwing a four-hit shutout to lead the Warriors past Jacobs 3-0 in the teams' Class 4A McHenry Regional softball semifinal.273false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/child-airlifted-after-traumatic-injury-at-crystal-lake-elementary-school-playground--72091765artl_6a84OUM1oYaWed, 20 May 2026 23:17:41 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA child suffered a traumatic injury and was airlifted to a trauma center after falling at a Crystal Lake elementary school Wednesday afternoon.85false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-police-chief-gets-city-administrator-nod-set-for-dual-roles--72091415artl_nP9zWiD6AWQWed, 20 May 2026 22:22:10 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMcHenry Chief of Police John Birk was appointed as interim city administrator on Monday's McHenry City Council meeting.216false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clearly-out-of-his-mind-defense-argues-man-insane-when-he-brutally-attacked-woman-in-mchenry-park--72090454artl_AKz7lTYv7qaWed, 20 May 2026 20:54:39 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkRaymond Link's public defender doesn't deny he committed a "horrific," near-fatal attack on a woman in a McHenry park. But the defense wants a not-guilty-by-reason-of-insanity verdict.308false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-northwest-herald-girls-track-and-field-qualifiers-for-ihsa-state-finals--72082426artl_DPOm2u69qpKWed, 20 May 2026 11:00:07 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe IHSA girls track and field state championships run Thursday-Saturday at Eastern Illinois University in Charleston. Here is the full list of state qualifiers from the Northwest Herald area.440false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/diego-herrera-records-3-rbis-to-lead-huntley-baseball-over-st-laurence-tuesday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--72077796artl_eQjyeHGpz1PWed, 20 May 2026 03:13:47 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkDiego Herrera doubled and recorded three RBIs for Huntley baseball, Christine Chmiel struck out 17 for Marian Central softball, Cary-Grove girls soccer advanced to the regional finals and McHenry boys lacrosse won its sectional opener. Plus more...244false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/emily-glen-provides-walk-off-heroics-as-cary-grove-rallies-multiple-times-to-beat-harvard--72077795artl_1Pn5bCV2yNaWed, 20 May 2026 02:46:42 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCary-Grove's Olivia Osadzinski and Holly Streit had game-tying hits in the seventh and eighth innings, and Emily Glen provided a walk-off single in the ninth as the Trojans rallied to beat Harvard 5-4 in their Class 3A Prairie Ridge Regional semifinal...300false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kylee-nicholson-woodstock-north-earn-revenge-against-woodstock--72077797artl_8Kw5rCxLZkPWed, 20 May 2026 02:00:51 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKylee Nicholson threw a one-hitter with 13 strikeouts, and Woodstock North's softball team beat Woodstock 5-1 in a semifinal of the Class 3A Crystal Lake Central Regional. The win avenged the Thunder's lone loss in Kishwaukee River Conference play.265false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ava-gertz-stays-hot-prairie-ridge-shuts-out-crystal-lake-south-in-ihsa-class-2a-regional-semifinal--72077090artl_JK62LsezOeKWed, 20 May 2026 01:09:06 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAva Gertz posted her third hat trick in four games, freshman Maelyn Growney scored the first two goals of her varsity career, and Prairie Ridge shut out Crystal Lake South 5-0 in an IHSA Class 2A regional semifinal girls soccer match at Crystal Lake...271false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/man-who-randomly-attacked-stabbed-person-outside-mchenry-hotel-to-be-held-in-jail-pretrial--72076149artl_nP9zWiEDbgQTue, 19 May 2026 23:16:05 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA man accused of “randomly” stabbing another eight times outside a McHenry hotel will remain in county jail pretrial, a judge ruled Tuesday.215false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-the-border-permanently-closes-in-algonquin-1-year-after-bankruptcy-filing--72075726artl_1Kxw7fJVzZQTue, 19 May 2026 21:54:50 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Tex-Mex chain restaurant On The Border in Algonquin has permanently closed one year after filing for bankruptcy.115false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/shakeup-on-crystal-lake-park-board-as-new-president-elected-after-tumultuous-year--72075727artl_6PEgDSDw9mKTue, 19 May 2026 21:25:34 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAfter a year of drama ensued following the swearing in of three new commissioners, the Crystal Lake Park District board may be heading in a different direction after voting to change the president’s leadership.209false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-man-caught-with-more-than-250k-of-cocaine-and-marijuana-gets-12-years-in-prison--72074849artl_gaN16twJVEKTue, 19 May 2026 20:49:19 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Crystal Lake man accused of possessing more than $250,000 in cocaine and marijuana, along with $110,000 in cash and drug dealing paraphernalia, has pleaded guilty.253false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/online-fundraisers-set-for-victims-of-deadly-wonder-lake-house-explosion--72074202artl_9aLpxtpYk4aTue, 19 May 2026 19:48:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkTwo online fundraisers have been set for the family injured - and where a woman was killed - on Sunday in the Wonder Lake home explosion.162false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-man-sentenced-to-6-years-in-prison-for-sharing-child-sex-abuse-images-via-kik--72072141artl_eQjyeHGGeZPTue, 19 May 2026 16:46:49 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA McHenry man has pleaded guilty to disseminating child sex abuse images and was sentenced to six years in prison.129false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/marengo-on-fast-track-with-twins-grant-and-jackson-heimsoth--72067908artl_6PEgDSDnv8KTue, 19 May 2026 10:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMarengo identical twins Grant and Jackson Heimsoth have helped the Indians excel in sprit relays this spring. Their next test comes Wednesday in the Class 2A Richmond-Burton Sectional.402false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/richmond-burton-johnsburg-cl-central-marengo-girls-soccer-win-big-monday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--72063398artl_wQ0gGSrRm7PTue, 19 May 2026 02:38:51 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkRichmond-Burton, Johnsburg, Crystal Lake Central and Marengo dominated their girls soccer regional semis, Crystal Lake South, Crystal Lake Central and Hampshire kicked off the boys lacrosse postseason with wins, plus baseball, softball and boys tennis...399false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/johnsburg-celebrates-krc-title-by-beating-plano--72063397artl_7Q5y4HoNxAQTue, 19 May 2026 02:37:47 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBefore this season, Johnsburg senior Carter Block hadn't played baseball since middle school. On Monday, his two hits helped the Skyhawks beat Plano 9-2 to capture the Kishwaukee River Conference title for the second year in a row.294false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kylie-deegan-breaks-away-strikes-for-game-winner-as-jacobs-tops-hampshire-in-ihsa-class-3a-regional-semifinal--72062865artl_ya2V7s0l9WaTue, 19 May 2026 01:22:23 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAvery Maloney found the far post in the 32nd minute, Kylie Deegan converted a breakaway chance in the 69th minute and Jacobs avenged an early-season loss to Hampshire, beating the Whip-Purs 2-1 in an IHSA Class 3A regional semifinal girls soccer match...277false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/1-dead-2-others-hurt-in-house-explosion-near-wonder-lake--72060996artl_7PABnipj2vQMon, 18 May 2026 20:09:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Wonder Lake home exploded on Sunday night212false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/northwest-herald-athlete-of-the-week-woodstock-north-s-kylee-nicholson--72056113artl_JKV25sdLNvKMon, 18 May 2026 14:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWoodstock North's Kylee Nicholson threw nine shutout innings with 21 strikeouts, including a four-inning no-hitter against Harvard, and helped lead the Thunder to their first Kishwaukee River Conference title. Nicholson is the Northwest Herald Athlete...155false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chief-of-police-set-to-be-named-interim-city-administrator--72054469artl_DKJpZtApVyPMon, 18 May 2026 11:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMcHenry's City Council set to vote Monday on whether John Birk will serve as city administrator and chief of police120false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/earning-it-every-day-how-crystal-lake-central-built-a-powerful-girls-soccer-program--72054471artl_6a84OUokx4aMon, 18 May 2026 10:00:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn the last decade, Crystal Lake Central's girls soccer program has become one of the strongest in Class 2A, winning over 140 games while earning five regional titles, four sectional titles and a state championship. The Tigers are in the midst of...435false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/breaking-one-person-dead-two-others-hurt-in-house-explosion-in-wonder-lake--72050369artl_DPOm2u6NG5KMon, 18 May 2026 04:18:30 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Wonder Lake home exploded on Sunday night154false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/breaking-officials-confirm-house-explosion-in-wonder-lake--72050100artl_ya2V7s0RMlaMon, 18 May 2026 02:50:23 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Wonder Lake home exploded on Sunday night54false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/adopt-a-grandparent-gears-up-for-farmers-markets-that-feed-low-income-older-adults--72048184artl_1Po8xt702EQSun, 17 May 2026 22:48:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe all-volunteer nonprofit Fisher Outreach Group Inc. needs community support as it prepares for its sixth year of free markets that provide fresh produce to those living in senior care facilities.154false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/trump-supporters-gather-for-silent-majority-rally-in-mchenry--72048180artl_JagLNURYJXPSun, 17 May 2026 22:29:36 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAbout 150 people gathered in McHenry Sunday, holding American flags, banners featuring President Donald Trump and signs promoting Christianity and supporting U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.242false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-man-admits-to-soliciting-images-of-child-sex-abuse-from-2-girls-sentenced-to-prison--72043771artl_9QemEuzlLVQSun, 17 May 2026 17:27:10 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Crystal Lake man accused of soliciting improper images from a child in New Jersey and another in Massachusetts pleaded guilty Wednesday and was sentenced to six years in prison.342false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-s-memorial-day-parade-and-ceremony-set-for-may-25-women-vets-to-be-honored--72043084artl_gaN16twRrpKSun, 17 May 2026 17:05:56 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCrystal Lake's Memorial Day parade has been planned, and organizers are looking for photos of women veterans to feature.124false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/police-lake-in-the-hills-man-discharged-gun-during-domestic-incident-saturday--72036703artl_7Q5y4HojNjQSat, 16 May 2026 23:31:58 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkNestor Ramirez Sr., 50, of Lake in the Hills was charged with a felony count of reckless discharge of a firearm after police responded to a domestic incident Saturday.103false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/burlington-central-s-liam-schultz-blasts-walk-off-home-run-saturday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--72036411artl_eQjyeHG499PSat, 16 May 2026 23:06:13 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBurlington Central's Liam Schultz blasted a walk-off, three-run home run with one out in the bottom of the seventh inning to beat Rochester, Marengo baseball defeated Forreston, and more in Saturday's roundup.110false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/man-charged-with-attempted-murder-following-stabbing-early-saturday-in-mchenry--72036412artl_mabyJHv4nNKSat, 16 May 2026 22:55:25 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMcHenry man accused of stabbing at area motel early Saturday morning120false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lake-in-the-hills-police-warn-residents-of-scam-phone-calls--72034362artl_1Po8xt7kVAQSat, 16 May 2026 18:41:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLake in the Hills residents are being warned by police of fraudulent calls concerning immigration.81false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/historic-crystal-lake-building-with-locally-made-terra-cotta-bricks-eyed-for-landmark-status--72032106artl_WKBBEikBYDKSat, 16 May 2026 13:24:50 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe downtown building that houses Aroma Coffee & Wine may become Crystal Lake's latest historic landmark for its unique terra cotta bricks.231false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cary-school-district-26-teachers-union-reach-4-year-contract-deal-with-inflation-tied-raises-in-last-year--72032107artl_6a84OUoOejaSat, 16 May 2026 12:58:23 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCary School District 26 and its teachers, represented by the Cary Education Association, have reached an agreement on a new labor contract with annual pay increases.167false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lake-in-the-hills-approves-forever-chemical-settlements-as-it-works-to-bring-well-back-into-operation--72032100artl_6PEgDSDxbGKSat, 16 May 2026 12:54:54 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkOne of the wells that serves Lake in the Hills has been offline for around five years because of PFAS, and officials hope to remediate it by the end of the year.200false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/plant-sales-saturday-in-harvard-crystal-lake-area-raise-funds-for-groups-youths--72031571artl_wQ0gGSrGl9PSat, 16 May 2026 12:30:06 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkTwo opportunities to purchase plants – and support good causes – take place Saturday, May 16, by the Harvard Garden Club and at a church in Crystal Lake.105false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/family-matters-johnsburg-s-rob-eastland-daughter-charlie-eastland-leading-unbeaten-skyhawks-into-postseason--72030457artl_ya2V7s0GR9aSat, 16 May 2026 10:00:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAfter a run to the Class 1A state finals last season, Johnsburg's girls soccer team hasn't dropped a game yet this season. The family bonds, which extend beyond coach Rob Eastland and daughter Charlie Eastland, a junior midfielder, have driven the...423false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/huntley-baseball-beats-hampshire-clinches-outright-fvc-championship-friday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--72028112artl_zPrG2cwnzlQSat, 16 May 2026 03:49:50 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHuntley baseball clinched the outright FVC title, Reese Mosolino struck out nine to lead Prairie Ridge softball in a win, Burlington Central and Woodstock North softball won on walk-off singles, and Crystal Lake South's girls track advanced to state a...351false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jake-gillette-homers-dundee-crown-beats-burlington-central--72027671artl_WKBBEik4zdKSat, 16 May 2026 03:04:10 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJake Gilette homered, and Dundee-Crown's baseball team pounded out 15 hits in an 11-8 win over Burlington Central in a Fox Valley Conference finale Friday.290false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/michael-silvius-belts-first-high-school-home-run-crystal-lake-south-walks-off-prairie-ridge-in-fvc-finale--72027383artl_wQ0gGSrNEoPSat, 16 May 2026 01:31:07 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMichael Silvius picked the perfect time to hit his first high school home run. The junior belted a walk-off two-run shot in the bottom of the seventh to lift Crystal Lake South over Prairie Ridge 8-7 in a Fox Valley Conference baseball matchup Friday.268false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cars-caffeine-in-downtown-crystal-lake-sunday-benefits-food-pantry--72025971artl_qap4wU9WvZaFri, 15 May 2026 21:48:55 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThis Sunday in downtown Crystal Lake, car enthusiasts will gather for Cars & Caffeine from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. while raising money for the city’s food pantry.191false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/home-uninhabitable-after-harvard-area-fire--72025001artl_7Q5y4HopA3QFri, 15 May 2026 19:34:51 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Harvard home was damaged after a fire in an exterior wall near electrical wriring.87false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/here-are-ihsa-sectional-and-supersectional-assignments-for-mchenry-county-area-boys-and-girls-lacrosse-teams--72025007artl_DPOm2u6pyjKFri, 15 May 2026 19:18:07 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHere are the IHSA sectional and supersectional assignments for McHenry County-area boys and girls lacrosse teams. The state final tournament will be held June 4 and 6 at Hinsdale Central.296false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/juvenile-charged-in-stabbing-near-mchenry--72024483artl_BaYyLHw0GJaFri, 15 May 2026 18:41:30 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA McHenry-area juvenile was referred for felony charges following an alleged stabbing in a domestic incident, authorities said.95false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/huntley-boys-tennis-captures-fox-valley-conference-championship--72023950artl_AKz7lTDVZbaFri, 15 May 2026 17:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHuntley captured the Fox Valley Conference boys tennis championship by two points over Jacobs. Samuel Santa Ines won the No. 1 singles title for Jacobs, and Crystal Lake South's Zeke Boldman and Eryk Bucior won the No. 1 doubles championship.110false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/trump-store-to-host-crystal-lake-grand-opening-after-earlier-eviction-shutdown--72022684artl_2QdBkiNYg5aFri, 15 May 2026 15:59:22 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAfter a bumpy start following an eviction and move from Huntley, the Trump and Truth Store in Crystal Lake is having its grand opening this weekend.157false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/parent-sues-district-300-over-student-s-gender-transition--72021703artl_kPMvwUEAlRQFri, 15 May 2026 14:02:08 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAlgonquin-based Community Unit District 300 is being sued by a parent who claims her constitutional rights were violated when the district aided her child’s gender transition without parental involvement.200false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/parent-sues-district-300-over-student-s-gender-transition--72021702artl_maqp6t3lZgKFri, 15 May 2026 14:02:08 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAlgonquin-based Community Unit District 300 is being sued by a parent who claims her constitutional rights were violated when the district aided her child’s gender transition without parental involvement.200false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/locally-owned-restaurants-struggle-to-survive-amid-rising-costs-ask-diners-to-think-local-first--72020761artl_zPrG2cw4o9QFri, 15 May 2026 13:40:20 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLocal restauranters are getting candid about the struggles they're facing in today’s economy and are asking for community support to keep their businesses alive.465false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/elgin-man-who-caused-4-vehicle-crash-in-crystal-lake-while-fleeing-cary-police-pleads-guilty--72019477artl_1Po8xt7M14QFri, 15 May 2026 12:00:06 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAn Elgin man was sentenced to five years in prison Wednesday after he pleaded guilty to failing to report a July crash he caused that injured another driver, and fleeing from Cary police in Crystal Lake.212false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-county-coroner-s-office-gets-first-major-upgrade-in-40-years--72019476artl_nP9zWiEooNQFri, 15 May 2026 11:30:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFor the first time since the 40-year-old building was built, the McHenry County Coroner’s Office got a major upgrade with renovations to the office and morgue.172false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-second-chance-at-soccer-richmond-burton-s-maddie-seyller-fueling-rockets-nearly-4-years-after-utv-accident--72019070artl_7PABnip30NQFri, 15 May 2026 10:00:05 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMaddie Seyller underwent over a dozen surgeries after severely injuring her foot in a UTV accident less than four years ago. Now, the Richmond-Burton junior, playing alongside her sister Ella, is a leading scorer and passer on a girls soccer team...368false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kyle-brents-oreoluwa-sobodu-lead-dundee-crown-to-first-fvc-title-in-25-years--72015253artl_wQ0gGSr9kYPFri, 15 May 2026 03:42:56 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJumper Kyle Brents and sprinter Oreoluwa Sobodu each won two individual events, leading Dundee-Crown's boys track and field team to its first Fox Valley Conference title in 25 years.456false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jordyn-jeffs-hits-walk-off-home-run-for-dundee-crown-softball-thursday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--72014831artl_1PXy4HLgkDQFri, 15 May 2026 03:17:31 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkDundee-Crown's Jordyn Jeffs hit a walk-off homer to beat Burlington Central, McHenry's Natalie Bender hit two home runs and drove in seven runs, Johnsburg girls soccer ended the regular season undefeated, and more in the roundup.444false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fearless-hampshire-topples-huntley-wins-share-of-fvc-title--72014830artl_mabyJHvJWeKFri, 15 May 2026 03:04:11 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHampshire scored its first five runs with two outs Thursday, and the Whip-Purs beat Huntley for the second time this season to clinch at least a share of the Fox Valley Conference softball championship.296false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/here-are-ihsa-baseball-playoff-pairings-for-mchenry-county-teams--72004308artl_1Kxw7fJmnxQThu, 14 May 2026 10:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe IHSA has released baseball playoff schedules. Here are regional pairings for McHenry County teams. Huntley and McHenry earned No. 1 seeds in Class 4A. Crystal Lake South is a top seed in 3A.295false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/longtime-blue-streak-and-voice-of-woodstock-basketball-is-beloved-by-high-school-students-staff--72001270artl_XPvkGHj6L5QThu, 14 May 2026 05:05:05 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJack Darby, the longtime voice of Woodstock boys basketball and former freshman study hall monitor, remains active with the high school and is beloved by students and faculty alike. His generosity, sense of humor and support of WHS athletics is valued...358false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/he-keeps-huntley-running-through-snowstorms-emergencies-and-everyday-pothole-repairs--72001301artl_damyZHZrJ6aThu, 14 May 2026 05:05:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHuntley street superintendent Dan Ruggles is involved with everything from cleaning up after a traffic crash to snow removal, pothole fixing, sidewalk repairs, tree trimming and much more.251false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sisters-in-law-multiply-community-impact-with-recycled-prom-dresses-and-so-much-more--72001300artl_JK62LsegOgKThu, 14 May 2026 05:05:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMcHenry County sisters-in-law give back to community with a prom dress resale that raises money for other charitable causes.239false5fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dispatchers-on-the-call-during-people-s-worst-moments-help-save-lives-too--72001285artl_qap4wU9kEraThu, 14 May 2026 05:05:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFirst responders at the scene get more of the credit and attention, but the dispatchers at agencies like SEECOM also play a crucial role in emergency response.347false6fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-man-taught-coached-scores-of-local-kids-remarkable-ability-to-connect-with-people--72001283artl_1Pn5bCVL98aThu, 14 May 2026 05:05:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJerry Eiserman was recently given the McHenry Area Chamber of Commerce Frank E. Low Award recognizing his lifetime of service. He's been a teacher, coach, sports official and mentor to many in McHenry.251false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/readers-recognize-mchenry-county-s-everyday-heroes-of-2026--72001275artl_DKJpZtAyobPThu, 14 May 2026 05:05:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThey don't wear capes. They drive through snowstorms, feed the homeless, and show up every single day for the people who need them most. Meet more 2026 Everyday Heroes in McHenry County — and the readers who wanted to say thank you942false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/food-pantry-volunteers-make-sure-hungry-neighbors-are-fed-with-dignity--72001263artl_kPMvwUEz0eQThu, 14 May 2026 05:05:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLocal food pantry volunteers do more than stock shelves. They also try to make the experience seamless and humane for those who are being helped.331false7fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-can-you-walk-away-volunteerism-came-from-her-mother-now-she-s-passing-it-to-her-kids--72001303artl_WKBBEikjJlKThu, 14 May 2026 05:05:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBarb Neises learned how to volunteer from her mom and has taken on projects for the McHenry Riverwalk Foundation since.249false8fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/walking-that-walk-with-people-who-understand-peers-lean-on-each-other-in-tight-knit-recovery-community--72001302artl_6PEgDSD5n9KThu, 14 May 2026 05:05:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkNew Directions Case Manager Joe Ledesma shares how he went from living in the organization's sober living facility to helping those who are in the same position he once was in.331false10fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/at-9-crystal-lake-boy-collects-blankets-for-homeless-people-and-his-kindness-is-infectious--72001291artl_damyZHZrMjaThu, 14 May 2026 05:05:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Crystal Lake has made it his personal mission to provide blankets to people who are homeless. He pitched his plan to his principal, and in the process got others at his school into giving.252false9fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/authenticity-people-trust-algonquin-librarian-is-also-passionate-volunteer-advocate--72001269artl_1Po8xt7XnDQThu, 14 May 2026 05:05:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHolly Eberle is a librarian, mentor, volunteer, advocate for people with mental illness, defender of intellectual freedom and more.298false11fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cary-woman-starts-free-little-food-pantry-on-her-front-porch-i-just-want-to-help--72002179artl_NKDzNi3eZDPThu, 14 May 2026 05:05:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAfter a Cary woman started a free food pantry on her front porch, neighbors starting taking it upon themselves to help keep it stocked.180false13fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/as-a-truant-officer-he-sees-families-struggling-and-he-s-helped-scores-of-them--72001277artl_gaN16twNJNKThu, 14 May 2026 05:05:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkTim Dempsey's job is to get kids in school, but in the process he sees a lot of families struggling to keep food on the table. “Could you look in a kid’s face that is hungry and tell them no? ... It is impossible," he said.347false12fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2-retired-firefighters-are-the-heart-and-soul-of-salvation-army-emergency-canteen--72001267artl_xPk5YClZwgKThu, 14 May 2026 05:05:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAt any hour and in any weather, two retired firefighters dedicate themselves to assisting fire departments in emergency calls across McHenry County by keeping bellies full and hearts warm.242false13fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/huntley-wins-4-events-brings-home-ihsa-class-3a-belvidere-north-sectional-championship--72000430artl_ya2V7s0gGXaThu, 14 May 2026 03:47:35 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHuntley finished first in four events and won the IHSA Class 3A Belvidere North girls track sectional title. It's the fifth straight title for the Red Raiders. Hampshire, Jacobs, Cary-Grove, Burlington Central, McHenry and Crystal Lake Central all...400false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-huntley-baseball-win-to-remain-tied-for-first-in-fvc-northwest-herald-wednesday-roundup--72000431artl_qap4wU9kqMaThu, 14 May 2026 03:45:38 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMcHenry and Huntley baseball both won to remain tied for first place in the Fox Valley Conference, while Marian Central softball clinched a share of the Chicagoland Christian Conference title. Plus, more in Wednesday's Northwest Herald roundup.474false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/johnsburg-s-ashton-stern-no-hits-sandwich--71999535artl_eQjyeHGzy6PThu, 14 May 2026 01:50:55 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAshton Stern won a pitcher's duel against Braden Behringer, pitching a no-hitter as Johnsburg beat visiting Sandwich 2-0 in a Kishwaukee River Conference baseball game Wednesday.252false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prairie-ridge-takes-runner-up-local-girls-shine-at-class-2a-johnsburg-sectional-to-qualify-for-state--71999534artl_damyZHZrXAaThu, 14 May 2026 01:40:37 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkUp-and-coming Prairie Ridge had two individual champs and finished runner-up to Boylan, while Richmond-Burton, Johnsburg, Woodstock, Marengo, Marian Central, Harvard and Woodstock North each advanced individuals from the Class 2A Johnsburg Girls Track...414false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/woodstock-man-accused-of-6th-dui-had-baby-in-car-told-officer-he-was-wasted-authorities-say--71997750artl_gaN16tw4x2KWed, 13 May 2026 22:53:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Woodstock man has been accused of driving drunk for a sixth time – in this case with an infant in tow – and allegedly told police who stopped that him he was “wasted.”216false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-county-wants-you-to-help-name-snowplows-at-touch-a-truck-sunday--71996841artl_xPk5YClgYMKWed, 13 May 2026 21:06:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe McHenry County Division of Transportation is naming a trio of plow trucks for next year and wants the public to help them pick the names at Sunday’s touch-a-truck event.256false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-s-new-yummy-bowl-restaurant-to-open-soon--71996840artl_qap4wU97wNaWed, 13 May 2026 21:02:41 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkClosed on Thursday, May 8, 2025, the McHenry Applebee's Grill + Bar at 1700 N. Richmond Road, McHenry, is soon set to reopen as Yummy Bowl Mongolian Stir-Fry and Sushi.136false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oliver-legislation-would-provide-social-security-credits-for-unpaid-caregivers--71993966artl_MK4ylHXggjaWed, 13 May 2026 17:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkNew legislation aims to provide up to five years of Social Security credits to caregivers who leave the work force to care for their loved ones.293false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/island-lake-man-wins-1-million-from-50-scratch-off-lottery-ticket--71992203artl_1Pn5bCVy2eaWed, 13 May 2026 16:11:23 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAn Island Lake man is now a millionaire after winning the grand prize of an Illinois Lottery scratch-off ticket.129false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prairie-ridge-s-bryan-klendworth-northwest-herald-baseball-player-of-year--72006391artl_8Kw5rCxpgePWed, 13 May 2026 14:44:47 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKlendworth hit. .508 with 25 extra-base hits and a school-record 64 hits. He was 21 of 25 in stolen base attempts, hit eight home runs and drove in an area-best 45 runs, despite hitting leadoff for the Wolves.264false28fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ellery-shutt-woodstock-dominate-krc-meet-again--71985159artl_Dayv5U4nqqPWed, 13 May 2026 03:03:21 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkEllery Shutt won three individual races, giving him nine titles in his four-year varsity career, and Woodstock's boys track and field team repeated as Kishwaukee River Conference champions.397false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/huntley-caps-off-6th-consecutive-fvc-championship-cruises-over-burlington-central-for-senior-night-win--71985161artl_AKz7lTDyOGaWed, 13 May 2026 02:52:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkS.J. Engmann led with five goals, Giovanni Baggio controlled the face-offs and Huntley's boys lacrosse team celebrated its senior night by sealing its sixth consecutive Fox Valley Conference title. The Red Raiders beat Burlington Central 18-3 to...260false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/harvard-s-leona-eichholz-woodstock-s-megan-kuiper-shine-in-krc-wins-tuesday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--71985166artl_6a84OUoLgpaWed, 13 May 2026 02:25:56 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHarvard's Leona Eichholz struck out 13 in a win over Johnsburg to end a seven-game losing streak, Woodstock's Megan Kuiper had 12 strikeouts as the Blue Streaks handed Woodstock North its first KRC loss, McHenry softball put up 17 runs in an FVC win,...280false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cary-teacher-named-mchenry-county-educator-of-the-year-see-full-list-of-winners--71983112artl_zPrG2cwe9XQTue, 12 May 2026 21:54:13 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWhich teacher was named Educator of the Year for McHenry County? Find out who won that title and the names of the other winners.226false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/updated-teen-athlete-taken-to-hospital-after-cardiac-arrest-on-track-at-huntley-high-school--71980258artl_qap4wU9LOLaTue, 12 May 2026 16:57:24 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA student-athlete was taken to the hospital after suffering a cardiac arrest Monday during a track meet at Huntley High School.221false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-home-damaged-in-fire--71980257artl_7PABnipLnmQTue, 12 May 2026 16:23:10 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA home was deemed uninhabitable after a fire damaged the side of the house and the attic Monday afternoon in McHenry, officials report.94false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/johnsburg-s-cerebral-tyler-batt-keeps-hitting-winners--71974581artl_xPk5YClDB1KTue, 12 May 2026 10:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJohnsburg tennis player Tyler Batt hasn't lost a set this season. The cerebral senior and No. 1 singles star hopes to end his four-year varsity career with a deep run at state this month.310false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hampshire-s-lucas-prange-throws-no-hitter-strikes-out-nine-in-victory-monday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--71969487artl_AKz7lTD4pGaTue, 12 May 2026 03:02:59 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLucas Prange threw a no-hitter in Hampshire baseball's win, Aubrina Adamik reached 100 career stolen bases in Huntley softball's win, Christine Chmiel struck out 14 in Marian Central softball's win, three Hampshire softball players homered in a win...616false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nate-larson-pitches-huntley-past-mchenry-to-forge-tie-in-fvc--71969484artl_JKV25sd1bEKTue, 12 May 2026 02:26:53 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkNate Larson struck out 10 and scattered two hits in five-plus innings, and Huntley's baseball team beat McHenry 7-3 to complete a season sweep and forge a tie atop the Fox Valley Conference standings.294false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/addy-green-big-second-inning-lead-cary-grove-past-crystal-lake-south--71968088artl_damyZHZqbbaTue, 12 May 2026 01:38:52 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCary-Grove senior lefty Addy Green carried a no-hitter into the fifth inning Monday, and the Trojans scored all six of their runs with two outs in the second to beat Crystal Lake South 6-1 in a Fox Valley Conference softball game.267false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/driver-flown-with-serious-injuries-after-harvard-area-crash-fire--71964698artl_kPMvwUEWopQMon, 11 May 2026 23:38:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA 22-year-old driver was flown to a trauma center after a single-car crash whose wreckage caught fire early Sunday near Harvard.84false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-city-administrator-resigns-mayor-jett-filling-in--71962738artl_eQjyeHGE0jPMon, 11 May 2026 19:35:39 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMcHenry City Administrator Suzanne Ostrovsky has resigned, and Mayor Wayne Jett said Monday that he is filling the role temporarily.113false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/northwest-herald-athlete-of-the-week-cary-grove-s-addy-green--71961258artl_eQjyeHGEE4PMon, 11 May 2026 17:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCary-Grove senior left-hander Addy Green fired a six-inning no-hitter against Downers Grove North with 12 strikeouts. For her performance, Green was voted the Northwest Herald Athlete of the Week.155false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cary-man-killed-in-shooting-saturday-in-chicago--71951676artl_Dayv5U4wj2PSun, 10 May 2026 21:39:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA 19-year-old Cary man was shot and killed Saturday in Chicago.69false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cary-man-killed-in-shooting-saturday-in-chicago--71950471artl_NKDzNi3n04PSun, 10 May 2026 21:39:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA 19-year-old Cary man was shot and killed Saturday in Chicago.69false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-county-animal-control-to-offer-low-cost-rabies-vaccination-clinics--71950467artl_xQ1ykHzlE8QSun, 10 May 2026 21:27:07 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe McHenry County Animal Control & Adoption Center will host three low-cost rabies vaccination and microchip drive-thru clinics for cats and dogs this spring.137false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-s-rooted-ritual-apothecary-offers-handmade-refillable-sustainable-products--71950486artl_maqp6t3j7rKSun, 10 May 2026 21:20:55 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCarrie Ozog built a business delivering frozen organic food. Now she's opened a shop in McHenry, Rooted Ritual Apothecary, expanding to handmade beauty, home products, cleaning and personal care products.226false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/home-state-bank-in-crystal-lake-announces-new-vp-of-retail-banking-headquarter-renovations--71949971artl_MK4ylHX176aSun, 10 May 2026 21:14:21 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHome State Bank in Crystal Lake has announced the hiring of a new vice president of retail banking who has deep ties to the McHenry County community.104false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-s-soapbox-derby-dating-to-1939-ready-to-race-again-june-20--71948174artl_damyZHZXJqaSun, 10 May 2026 15:44:20 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMcHenry's Soap Box Derby has roots dating at least to 1939. It's returning after a several-year hiatus in June.286false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/luke-flaskamp-s-grand-slam-lifts-jacobs-past-dundee-crown-saturday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--71946721artl_DKJpZtAgYoPSun, 10 May 2026 12:04:32 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLuke Flaskamp hit a grand slam to lead Jacobs baseball past Dundee-Crown, Johnsburg girls track and field took second at the Genoa-Kingston Meet, Drake Lenckus set a single-game points record for Crystal Lake South boys lacrosse, and more in...720false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/off-duty-crystal-lake-firefighter-uses-garden-hose-helps-contain-fire--71946379artl_DKJpZtAgZgPSun, 10 May 2026 11:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAn off-duty Crystal Lake firefighter used a garden hose to help contain a house fire Saturday until fire crews arrived.122false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clutch-two-out-hitting-keys-huntley-s-win-at-maine-south--71945033artl_1Kxw7fMWY2QSat, 09 May 2026 21:20:11 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWhenever Huntley‘s back was against the wall Saturday, it performed at its best. All nine runs the Red Raiders scored in their 9-6 nonconference road win at Maine South came with two outs.202false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clutch-two-out-hitting-keys-huntley-s-win-at-maine-south--71941497artl_XQlJkF9mG2aSat, 09 May 2026 21:20:11 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWhenever Huntley‘s back was against the wall Saturday, it performed at its best. All nine runs the Red Raiders scored in their 9-6 nonconference road win at Maine South came with two outs.202false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/officials-identify-infant-who-was-unresponsive-at-woodstock-daycare-who-later-died--71941498artl_6PEgDSnw1yKSat, 09 May 2026 20:36:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkOfficials have identified the infant who died following a medical emergency at a Woodstock daycare facility.129false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/signs-yes-time-limits-no-to-improve-parking-situation-in-downtown-mchenry--71940783artl_wQWylHxV8eaSat, 09 May 2026 19:39:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Mchenry City Council said yes to new signage to get cars to available parking spots, but it's a wait-and-see for time limits235false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/plan-for-280-single-and-multi-family-units-on-cary-maplewood-land-advances-over-neighbor-objections--71940043artl_kPMvwUXw1GQSat, 09 May 2026 17:29:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkDevelopers are one step closer to transforming the former Maplewood School property in Cary into a multi- and single-family residential area, despite significant resident pushback.352false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/minivan-mixer-truck-crash-near-union-both-drivers-injured--71937780artl_mabyJH3v1NKSat, 09 May 2026 12:22:46 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkTwo drivers were taken to the hospital after a crash near Union Friday morning between a minivan and a large mixer truck.92false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/man-who-presented-history-shows-at-local-libraries-guilty-of-possessing-child-sex-abuse-image--71937388artl_xQ1ykH6zNVQSat, 09 May 2026 12:08:52 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA local longtime historian who’s given presentations throughout the state, including in McHenry County, has pleaded guilty to possessing an image of child sex abuse, according to court records.247false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-central-co-op-girls-lacrosse-wins-6th-straight-fvc-title-friday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--71933381artl_6PEgDSn28wKSat, 09 May 2026 03:35:59 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLayla Schnell scored three goals as Crystal Lake Central's girls lacrosse team beat Huntley 7-6 to win its sixth straight Fox Valley Conference title, Jack Hermann hit a walk-off single to lead Prairie Ridge baseball past Dundee-Crown, and more in...371false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aiden-eickelmann-gavin-rettberg-spark-sixth-inning-rally-as-huntley-comes-back-to-beat-mchenry--71933382artl_BaYyLHkyGbaSat, 09 May 2026 02:20:34 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAiden Eickelmann hit a game-tying single and Gavin Rettberg ripped a go-ahead single in the bottom of the sixth inning, capping off a three-run frame as Huntley rallied to beat McHenry 5-3 in a postseason-caliber Fox Valley Conference baseball matchup...257false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/allyson-schaid-kylee-nicholson-lead-woodstock-north-past-richmond-burton--71933160artl_9QemEuXk38QSat, 09 May 2026 01:49:28 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAllyson Schaid ripped three extra-base hits, Kylee Nicholson struck out 11 in relief, and Woodstock North softball kept its perfect Kishwaukee River Conference season going with a 7-0 victory against Richmond-Burton on Friday.265false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/infant-found-unresponsive-at-woodstock-daycare-has-died--71931781artl_Dayv5U1991PFri, 08 May 2026 21:53:14 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAn infant who was found unresponsive at a Woodstock daycare Tuesday has died, according to the Cook County Medical Examiner's Office.147false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/canvas-cyberattack-hits-mchenry-county-school-districts--71930903artl_GK70XT2BO5aFri, 08 May 2026 20:58:15 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkSome McHenry County school districts and McHenry County College use an online system for learning that went down this week following a cyberattack with possible data access.298false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/man-falls-into-fox-river-in-mchenry--71930160artl_DKJpZtod57PFri, 08 May 2026 19:52:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA man fell into the Fox River in McHenry Friday morning as he was opening his boat for the season.66false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fox-river-grove-trustee-censured-by-board-for-potentially-slanderous-comments--71928615artl_qap4wUEnwnaFri, 08 May 2026 18:07:21 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Fox River Grove Village Board censured one of its trustees for raising questions of conflict of interest within staff in what they considered “potentially slanderous.”266false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-county-property-tax-bills-are-in-the-mail-here-s-how-to-pay--71928616artl_nP9zWiGNMmQFri, 08 May 2026 17:28:24 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkProperty tax bills are on their way to McHenry County mailboxes. Here's all you need to know about how to avoid late penalties.323false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/man-charged-with-exposing-himself-to-children-at-crystal-lake-elementary-school--71927176artl_GK70XT247raFri, 08 May 2026 16:26:18 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Crystal Lake man is charged with exposing himself to children while they were outside a School District 47 school during recess Wednesday, officials report.108false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-county-conservatives-plan-rally-of-the-silent-majority-may-17--71923895artl_DKJpZtoR1BPFri, 08 May 2026 13:48:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkSaying “conservatives can no longer afford to be silent,” groups aligned with the Republican Party plan what they’ve dubbed a “Rally of the Silent Majority” on May 17 in McHenry.157false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/work-on-mchenry-s-miller-road-bridge-over-fox-river-brings-lane-closure-slows-boat-launching--71922925artl_7PABniWjw5QFri, 08 May 2026 11:54:28 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe McHenry Division of Transportation is redoing the Charles J. Miller Bridge southern deck starting in May, so access to McHenry's Miller Riverfront boat launch will be limited273false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ihsa-sectional-assignments-for-mchenry-county-boys-track-and-field-teams--71922221artl_JKV25sbLb2KFri, 08 May 2026 11:00:07 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHere are the IHSA sectional assignments for McHenry County-area boys track and field teams.89false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ihsa-sectional-assignments-for-mchenry-county-girls-track-and-field-teams--71922220artl_nP9zWiGeGjQFri, 08 May 2026 11:00:07 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHere are the IHSA sectional assignments for McHenry County-area girls track and field teams.83false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fired-up-levi-perrotta-woodstock-north-hold-off-woodstock--71918563artl_MK4ylH4zWYaFri, 08 May 2026 03:18:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkStarting pitcher Levi Perrotta brought the energy early, and Woodstock North had just enough in the end to hold off host Woodstock 10-9 in a Kishwaukee River Conference baseball game Thursday.292false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/huntley-wins-8-events-brings-home-5th-consecutive-fvc-girls-track-and-field-title--71917943artl_nP9zWiGlm4QFri, 08 May 2026 03:16:58 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Fox Valley Conference girls track and field championship will remain with Huntley. The Red Raiders claimed eight event victories and scored 153 points to earn their fifth straight conference title Thursday evening.389false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/addison-schaffer-nets-hat-trick-as-crystal-lake-central-wins-fvc-title-thursday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--71917944artl_WKBBEiovDvKFri, 08 May 2026 02:56:45 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCrystal Lake Central's Addison Schaffer recorded a hat trick as the Tigers wrapped up the Fox Valley Conference girls soccer title, McHenry's Brooke Snyder and Marengo's Ellie White threw perfect games, and more in Thursday's roundup.447false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/feeling-good-again-reese-mosolino-pitches-prairie-ridge-past-huntley-in-key-fvc-game--71916565artl_2QdBkiL0MDaFri, 08 May 2026 01:03:15 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkPrairie Ridge senior Reese Mosolino struck out six and allowed one unearned run against Fox Valley Conference leader Huntley, freshman Olivia Swiderek got her first varsity hit and RBIs, and the Wolves beat the Raiders 5-1 on Thursday.273false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fox-river-between-mchenry-and-algonquin-reopens-for-boating--71915169artl_9QemEuX2o4QThu, 07 May 2026 23:09:06 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe lower Fox River between McHenry and the Algonquin dam is back open for boating after flooding prevented activity on the river.82false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/5-story-apartment-commercial-building-gets-green-light-for-fox-river-grove-s-block-b--71914423artl_7Q5y4Hgd01QThu, 07 May 2026 22:13:57 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA five-story mixed-use development will occupy the vacant block along Route 14 in Fox River Grove after the village board gave the plan a thumbs-up.173false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2-rescued-after-boat-flips-over-on-crystal-lake--71912935artl_1Po8xtnzMgQThu, 07 May 2026 19:21:48 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkTwo people were rescued without injury after a sailboat capsized Wednesday evening on Crystal Lake, officials report.95false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/home-uninhabitable-after-huntley-basement-fire--71909790artl_GK70XT2xMkaThu, 07 May 2026 15:56:46 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA home in Huntley was left uninhabitable following a fire late Wednesday, Huntley Fire Protection District officials said in a news release.94false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/confident-danny-adams-pitches-crystal-lake-central-past-prairie-ridge--71901143artl_6a84OUl41OaThu, 07 May 2026 02:14:52 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkDanny Adams pitched a complete game two-hitter to lead Crystal Lake Central to a 4-2 win over Prairie Ridge in a Fox Valley Conference baseball game Wednesday, spoiling the return of former Tigers pitching coach Austin Padjen.273false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/liz-smith-strikes-in-final-minutes-johnsburg-tops-richmond-burton-to-claim-krc-tournament-championship--71901138artl_XQlJkF9J6MaThu, 07 May 2026 02:11:38 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLiz Smith scored on an assist from Dorothy Ruth in the 76th minute and Johnsburg's girls soccer team completed a season sweep of the Kishwaukee River Conference regular season and tournament titles with a 1-0 win over Richmond-Burton in the tournament...275false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-baseball-wins-two-marian-s-christine-chmiel-strikes-out-18-wednesday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--71900756artl_XQlJkF9JAvaThu, 07 May 2026 01:09:40 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMcHenry baseball earned two wins against Hampshire, Marian Central's Christine Chmiel struck out 18 in a win over Chicago Christian, Hampshire softball got homers from three players, and more in Wednesday's roundup.432false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/4-car-crash-closes-route-31-in-johnsburg-3-injured--71899966artl_maqp6tBmW3KWed, 06 May 2026 22:48:21 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA four-vehicle crash closed Route 31 in Johnsburg and injured three people.68false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/here-are-ihsa-playoff-softball-pairings-for-mchenry-county-teams--71899967artl_xQ1ykH6d5gQWed, 06 May 2026 22:17:27 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe IHSA has released the softball playoff schedules. Huntley (Class 4A) and Prairie Ridge (3A) earned No. 1 seeds. Woodstock North (3A) and Marian Central (2A) are No. 2 seeds. Here are regional pairings for all McHenry County teams.229false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/woodstock-man-with-repeated-domestic-violence-offenses-pleads-guilty-in-latest-case-is-sent-to-prison--71899444artl_zPrG2cNzjZQWed, 06 May 2026 22:11:22 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Woodstock man who records show has multiple previous domestic violence convictions pleaded guilty to his most recent Tuesday and was sentenced to three years and six months in prison.208false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/johnsburg-s-hidden-harbor-closer-to-redevelopment-with-agreement-on-tax-incentive-terms--71897266artl_JKV25sbyqXKWed, 06 May 2026 18:52:40 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJohnsburg leaders have agreed move forward in exploring a potential taxing incentive to redevelop Hidden Harbor at the Fox River.237false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/infant-hospitalized-after-being-found-unresponsive-at-woodstock-daycare--71896328artl_1Pn5bC0WGZaWed, 06 May 2026 17:44:21 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA baby found unresponsive at a Woodstock daycare was taken to the hospital for advanced care, police said.152false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oliver-alzheimer-s-may-bring-change-but-some-things-happily-remain--71894981artl_2QdBkiL69LaWed, 06 May 2026 17:03:10 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkDespite all that Alzheimer's disease has taken away from my husband, there are parts of his "essence" that the disease can't touch.246false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gavin-stumbaugh-s-walk-off-hit-lifts-burlington-central-past-richmond-burton--71890810artl_6PEgDSnm7dKWed, 06 May 2026 12:15:10 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBurlington Central junior Gavin Stumbaugh took advantage of his first varsity start, delivering a walk-off single in the ninth inning to give the Rockets a 5-4 win over Richmond-Burton in a nonconference baseball game at Wintrust Field in Schaumburg.271false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ihsa-sectional-assignments-for-mchenry-county-boys-tennis-teams--71888788artl_gaN16tZLqRKWed, 06 May 2026 10:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHere are the IHSA sectional assignments for McHenry County-area boys tennis teams.60false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/woodstock-north-softball-wraps-up-1st-krc-championship-tuesday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--71884822artl_eQjyeHo5WZPWed, 06 May 2026 04:07:12 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWoodstock North softball wrapped up its first Kishwaukee River Conference title, Kelsey Covey hit a walk-off single for Burlington Central softball, Piper Heimbrodt had six RBIs to lead Huntley softball, four Marengo softball players hit home runs,...606false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/richmond-burton-holds-off-johnsburg-to-claim-kishwaukee-river-conference-title--71884821artl_1Po8xtnOdWQWed, 06 May 2026 03:38:36 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkRichmond-Burton, after losing last year's meet in the final race, held off Johnsburg to win the Kishwaukee River Conference Girls Track and Field championship on Tuesday.408false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/johnsburg-to-get-a-target-store-will-take-over-shuttered-jcpenney--71883855artl_zK3G5cx2RpKWed, 06 May 2026 02:03:29 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJohnsburg has announced that a Target store has agreed to set up shop at a shuttered JCPenney along Route 31 – with millions in sales tax rebates to make it happen.126false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/malaina-kurth-bella-frangiamore-grace-puhar-each-score-twice-as-cary-grove-cruises-over-crystal-lake-south--71883856artl_maqp6tB8XYKWed, 06 May 2026 01:22:09 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMalaina Kurth, Bella Frangiamore and Grace Puhar each scored two goals, while Ella St. Onge distributed two assists to lead the Cary-Grove girls soccer team during its 6-0 victory over Crystal Lake South in Fox Valley Conference action Tuesday.246false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chain-o-lakes-upper-fox-river-reopen-for-boating-after-weeks-of-flooding--71881618artl_eQjyeHoe26PTue, 05 May 2026 20:48:37 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Chain O’ Lakes and part of the Fox River are back open for boating, the Fox Waterway Agency announced Tuesday.88false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-pride-makes-it-official-with-nonprofit-status-plans-for-3rd-annual-june-celebration--71881622artl_AKz7lTJVBlaTue, 05 May 2026 20:34:46 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkApproaching the third year of celebrating LGBTQ+ pride in Crystal Lake, organizers of the event have established an independent nonprofit organization aimed at securing pride celebrations in the city for years to come.156false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-county-mental-health-board-to-host-town-hall-meeting-thursday--71881620artl_2QdBkiLYWlaTue, 05 May 2026 20:21:24 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe McHenry County Mental Health Board encourages the community to join in sharing that mental health is essential to overall health, Executive Director Bridget Geenen writes.185false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ihsa-regional-sectional-and-supersectional-assignments-for-mchenry-county-girls-soccer-teams--71875138artl_XPvkGHdD6kQTue, 05 May 2026 10:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHere are the IHSA regional, sectional and supersectional assignments for McHenry County girls soccer teams.386false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/suburban-school-officer-s-gun-missing-after-he-removes-it-to-use-bathroom--71873896artl_kPMvwUX2WzQTue, 05 May 2026 08:53:14 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA service weapon was still missing early Tuesday after a suburban police officer removed it to use the bathroom Monday and then discovered a short time later it was gone.182false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/maddon-mckim-s-grand-slam-lifts-prairie-ridge-monday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--71869737artl_XQlJkF9W6OaTue, 05 May 2026 02:02:35 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMaddon McKim hit a grand slam to lead Prairie Ridge's baseball team to a shutout win, Woodstock North's baseball and softball teams won, and Johnsburg's girls soccer team remained undefeated. Plus more in Monday's Northwest Herald roundup.474false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/marian-central-s-comeback-falls-short-against-chicago-christian--71869736artl_1Pn5bC0mA5aTue, 05 May 2026 01:51:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMarian Central's Christine Chmiel fired 18 strikeouts and Kaylie Kowalsky ripped a two-run double in the seventh as the Hurricanes' rally fell short in a 5-4 loss to Chicago Christian in their Chicagoland Christian Conference softball game Monday.274false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/algonquin-spa-mourns-employee-authorities-say-died-by-strangulation-in-schaumburg--71869241artl_damyZHJ2GxaTue, 05 May 2026 00:26:48 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFox River MedSpa in Algonquin said on Facebook it's mourning one of its employees who officials say died from strangulation at a Schaumburg home.102false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lake-in-the-hills-costco-cleared-to-reopen-after-bomb-threat--71867459artl_JKV25sbEJgKTue, 05 May 2026 00:01:17 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLake in the Hills police continue to investigate what they said was a bomb threat called in to Costco.104false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lake-in-the-hills-police-presence-at-randall-road-costco-public-asked-to-avoid-area--71866433artl_WKBBEioZlMKMon, 04 May 2026 22:58:10 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLake in the Hills police asked people to stay away from the area of Randall Road at the Costco Wholesale store.89false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/resource-fair-offers-help-homeowners-with-damage-from-fox-river-flooding--71867460artl_JK62Ls5pBBKMon, 04 May 2026 22:29:18 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMcHenry County and the Red Cross held a resource fair for flood victims, and help is still available for those who couldn't make it.213false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/motorcyclist-from-warrenville-dies-in-crystal-lake-crash--71861239artl_DPOm2u2womKMon, 04 May 2026 16:57:24 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Warrenville man has died from his injuries after crashing his motorcycle Saturday evening along Route 14 in Crystal Lake, officials report.96false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/northwest-herald-athlete-of-the-week-johnsburg-s-hope-klosowicz--71859341artl_wQ0gGS2MV5PMon, 04 May 2026 15:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJohnsburg's Hope Klosowicz stood out in a loaded McHenry County Girls Track and Field Meet field and was named Girls Athlete of the Meet, winning the 200 and 400 and placing runner-up in the 100. Klosowicz is the Northwest Herald Athlete of the Week.238false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/community-pulls-together-for-cary-barbershop-owner-as-she-recovers-from-hospital-stay--71843843artl_1Pn5bC0xRzaSun, 03 May 2026 20:42:57 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCary Barber Shop owner, who regularly hosts community events at her shop, receives community support after fighting a rare bacterial infection.243false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/without-funds-for-student-leadership-program-small-catholic-school-in-cary-created-its-own--71843844artl_VaRgzSjEDGPSun, 03 May 2026 20:37:57 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkEquipped with zero budget and a book, two Saints Peter and Paul Catholic School leaders came together and launched a leadership program this year with the mission to teach their students what leadership truly looks like.226false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/algonquin-lake-in-the-hills-chamber-announces-new-executive-director--71843842artl_WKBBEio084KSun, 03 May 2026 20:32:58 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA new executive director of the Algonquin/Lake in the Hills Chamber of Commerce has been announced as the current director plans to move out of state.127false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/with-waters-receding-mchenry-county-officials-talk-sandbag-disposal-other-flooding-information--71840476artl_Dayv5U1z3bPSun, 03 May 2026 14:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkNow that floodwaters are receding, McHenry County officials are informing residents what to do with sandbags and other cleanup issues.504false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/huntley-softball-reaches-20-wins-claims-marengo-invite-championship-saturday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--71833812artl_DPOm2u2grJKSun, 03 May 2026 00:28:17 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHuntley softball claimed the Marengo Invite title and reached 20 wins for the 13th straight season, Woodstock North softball went 2-0 at Hampshire's Strike Out ALS tourney, Cary-Grove softball's Addy Green tossed a six-inning no-hitter, and more in...740false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/woodstock-leaves-door-open-to-suing-thompson-s-appliances-over-caved-in-building--71833106artl_7PABniWYNOQSat, 02 May 2026 20:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAfter a two-week delay, Woodstock has authorized the city manager to sue the owners of Thompson’s Appliances if action towards demolishing the store doesn’t move quickly.217false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/protesters-gather-in-mchenry-for-may-day-rally--71830586artl_JK62Ls5wGyKSat, 02 May 2026 16:08:58 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMore than 100 people gathered in McHenry Friday for a May Day rally, organized by groups who'd protested President Trump's policies since taking office a second time.188false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/historic-8-sided-barn-taken-down-piece-by-piece-rebuilt-at-richardson-adventure-farm-to-be-event-venue--71830225artl_maqp6tBEAnKSat, 02 May 2026 14:52:29 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA rare, eight-sided barn – from a McHenry County farm where agricultural history was made – has been rebuilt and restored at Richardson Adventure Farm near Spring Grove to become an events venue.262false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/road-closure-starts-in-crystal-lake-monday-as-creek-restoration-resumes--71828517artl_BaYyLHkWbwaSat, 02 May 2026 10:33:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA road by Crystal Lake School District 47 Lundahl Middle School will be closed for the summer starting Monday due to restoration efforts of Crystal Creek.138false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aiden-eickelman-huntley-use-small-ball-to-beat-prairie-ridge--71824700artl_zK3G5cxV9VKSat, 02 May 2026 03:25:58 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHuntley had four bunt hits, two sacrifice bunts and two sacrifice flies to beat Prairie Ridge 9-0 in a Fox Valley Conference baseball showdown Friday, avenging a loss from earlier in the week.263false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jace-koth-hits-walk-off-single-as-jacobs-baseball-tops-crystal-lake-central-friday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--71825080artl_6PGkeH2b0WPSat, 02 May 2026 03:22:39 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJace Koth hit a walk-off single to lead Jacobs baseball over Crystal Lake Central, Alexa Avitia and Alyssa Weniger each homered in Huntley softball's win against Marengo and Harper Wright went 4 for 4 in Crystal Lake Central softball's victory over...425false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nathan-neidhardt-fires-complete-game-kaden-wasniewski-plays-long-ball-as-mchenry-beats-burlington-central--71824701artl_9QemEuXqBLQSat, 02 May 2026 00:46:37 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkNathan Neidhardt fired a complete-game shutout with eight strikeouts while allowing just two hits, Kaden Wasniewski belted a three-run homer in the first inning and McHenry baseball scored its 20th win of the season Friday, shutting out Burlington...262false6fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/3-injured-in-rollover-crash-on-route-173-near-richmond--71821781artl_ya2V7soD67aFri, 01 May 2026 23:07:44 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThree people, two requiring extrication, were injured in a rollover crash involving a pickup truck Thursday on Route 173 in Richmond, officials report.93false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-district-155-among-those-targeted-in-doj-probe-over-gender-sexuality-policies--71816953artl_DKJpZtoV5kPFri, 01 May 2026 15:16:37 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCrystal Lake-based Community High School District 155 is among three dozen school systems in Illinois that the U.S. Department of Justice is investigating over policies related to gender and sexuality.169false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/man-seriously-burned-in-mchenry-area-when-propane-tank-catches-fire--71816951artl_NKZGXc2v0AaFri, 01 May 2026 14:57:11 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA man suffered serious burn injuries in a McHenry-area propane fire Thursday, Nunda Rural Fire Protection District spokesperson Alex Vucha said.101false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-district-155-leader-named-superintendent-of-distinction--71814791artl_qap4wUEmgdaFri, 01 May 2026 12:44:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCommunity High School District 155 Superintendent Neil Lesinski has been named the 2026 Superintendent of Distinction by the Kishwaukee Region of the Illinois Association of School Administrators.152false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/marengo-s-brady-kentgen-ends-homer-drought-against-richmond-burton--71804504artl_kPMvwUXoz3QFri, 01 May 2026 03:11:15 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMarengo's Brady Kentgen homered against Richmond-Burton for the fourth time in his career, Max Broughton threw six innings of shutout baseball, and the Indians avenged a Kishwaukee River Conference loss with an 8-1 win Thursday.272false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/piper-heimbrodt-homers-twice-records-7-rbis-for-huntley-softball-in-win-thursday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--71804509artl_8Kw5rCyMp0PFri, 01 May 2026 03:08:12 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkPiper Heimbrodt homered twice and recorded seven RBIs to lead Huntley softball over Crystal Lake South, while Johnsburg and Marian Central softball each scored 20 runs in victories. Gavin Polerecky and Matthew Fansler had walk-off hits for McHenry and...758false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/danica-mccarthy-charlee-cape-set-up-nicely-for-mchenry-in-fvc-win-over-cary-grove--71802507artl_7PABniWwqBQFri, 01 May 2026 01:22:52 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMcHenry sophomores Danica McCarthy and Charlee Cape set things up nicely for their teammates Thursday, going 8 for 8 from the Nos. 1 and 2 spots in the lineup as the Warriors beat Cary-Grove 17-7 in Fox Valley Conference softball action.262false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/woodstock-raises-water-and-sewer-rates-citing-unfunded-mandates-route-47-costs--71800318artl_nP9zWiG5oWQThu, 30 Apr 2026 22:23:43 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFind out how much Woodstock is raising its water and sewer rates, and some of the budget pressures city officials say are causing the changes. The new rates kick in Friday.232false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chicago-man-charged-with-dui-after-3-vehicle-crash-in-crystal-lake-police-say--71798879artl_9QemEuXrjoQThu, 30 Apr 2026 21:32:50 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThree drivers were injured in a crash that resulted in one driver facing DUI charges Thursday afternoon along Route 14 in Crystal Lake, police said.68false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-riverwalk-shoppes-set-to-reopen-friday-as-new-batch-of-retailers-pursue-their-dreams--71796997artl_wQ0gGS2jJZPThu, 30 Apr 2026 20:24:53 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFriday marks the 2026 season’s grand opening for the McHenry's Riverwalk Shoppes, set for 9:30 a.m. at Miller Point Park.288false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/island-lake-man-accused-of-threatening-to-shoot-people-pistol-whipping-man-in-bar-pleads-guilty--71793005artl_nP9zWiG6OlQThu, 30 Apr 2026 18:56:20 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA man accused of pistol-whipping a man and threatening to shoot people in an Island Lake bar pleaded guilty Tuesday to possessing a stolen firearm and aggravated battery in a public place.179false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-county-roadwork-bids-coming-in-over-estimates-as-costs-escalate--71795204artl_JK62Ls574EKThu, 30 Apr 2026 18:50:19 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkOne McHenry County roadwork project estimated to cost $2.46 million had a lowest bid come in at $3.17 million. Other projects are also seeing higher than expected costs.224false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/martejo-discount-reopens-in-algonquin-but-future-still-uncertain--71790061artl_JK62Ls5ZJmKThu, 30 Apr 2026 18:15:47 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMartejo Discount in Algonquin is back open after a brief closure, but the possibility of Crunch Fitness taking over the building still looms.201false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/poetry-banned-restricted-censored-or-challenged--71790062artl_qap4wUEdbNaThu, 30 Apr 2026 17:39:38 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAs we complete National Poetry Month, celebrated in April, our annual poetry columnist spotlights examples in history when poems have been banned or restricted from access.380false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/konner-altergott-s-walk-off-hr-rallies-crystal-lake-central-past-jacobs-wednesday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--71766614artl_MK4ylHO5j7aThu, 30 Apr 2026 02:55:35 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCrystal Lake Central's Konner Altergott hit a walk-off homer to beat Jacobs, Bella Moore had two homers and Reese Vrba added a grand slam for Prairie Ridge softball, Marian Central baseball busted out for 16 runs, and more in Wednesday's roundup.562false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/devin-de-loach-deals-as-crystal-lake-south-blanks-hampshire--71767560artl_7Q5y4Hqe99QThu, 30 Apr 2026 02:25:33 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkNIU commit Devin De Loach scattered two singles and went the distance on the mound to lead Crystal Lake South to a 4-0 win over visiting Hampshire in Fox Valley Conference baseball action Wednesday.257false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fox-river-flooding-pop-up-resource-fairs-for-affected-residents-planned-in-mchenry-lake-counties--71764045artl_qap4wUrBDoaWed, 29 Apr 2026 23:34:40 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkResources fairs for those affected by flooding will be held in Lake and McHenry counties Friday and Saturday to connect people with resources to assist in their recovery, officials announced.136false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/man-convicted-in-dui-crash-that-killed-2-in-05-pleads-guilty-in-new-drunk-driving-collision-near-mchenry--71762337artl_JKV25s9Rb9KWed, 29 Apr 2026 22:26:48 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Vernon Hills man convicted in a DUI crash that killed two people on New Year’s Day in 2005 has pleaded guilty to driving drunk last November when, authorities said, he caused a crash near McHenry.142false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/6-people-displaced-over-15-cats-missing-after-woodstock-fire--71750753artl_qap4wUrB1baWed, 29 Apr 2026 19:15:38 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHalf a dozen people were displaced and more than 15 cats are unaccounted for following a fire in Woodstock early Wednesday in a building that contained four units.142false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oliver-alzheimer-s-disease-report-finds-room-to-improve-in-education-prevention--71773332artl_zPrG2cNdDjQWed, 29 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThis year's "Facts & Figures Report" from the Alzheimer's Association not only looks at the state of the disease in the U.S., but also includes a survey about Americans' feelings about developing dementia and what they're doing about it.297false12fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/woodstock-high-taps-new-principal-who-began-career-in-special-education-gets-high-marks-from-colleagues--71733612artl_7Q5y4Hqx6DQWed, 29 Apr 2026 12:35:31 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAn educator who has spent his career in Woodstock Community School District 200 has been named the new principal of Woodstock High School.249false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/letter-low-income-housing-at-luxury-prices--71733611artl_qap4wUrB66aWed, 29 Apr 2026 11:38:49 +0000Shaw Local News Network"If local, state, and federal officials continue to build more 'low-cost' housing like Taylor Place, the taxpayers will go broke!" Steve Willson of Huntley writes in a letter to the editor.106false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/letter-paradise-lake-mine-proposal-lacks-critical-environmental-data--71770118artl_mabyJHOj8pKWed, 29 Apr 2026 11:38:11 +0000Shaw Local News Network"This is not a minor decision. It is a 15+ year industrial operation that permanently transforms the land and carries long-term risk." Gerri Songer of Spring Grove writes in a letter to the editor.129false13fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/letter-illinois-must-change-course-on-taxes-spending-and-priorities--71737294artl_VaRgzSo2pjPWed, 29 Apr 2026 11:36:58 +0000Shaw Local News Network"Taxpayer money is being wasted. We need a new path. Not more of the same," State Rep. Joe Sosnowski of Machesney Park writes in a letter to the editor.122false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/letter-don-t-put-out-yarn-for-birds-nests--71735002artl_9QemEukmBXQWed, 29 Apr 2026 11:36:20 +0000Shaw Local News Network"Let’s not harm our feathered friends while we think we are helping them," Marian Weiss of Woodstock writes in a letter to the editor.71false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/letter-how-do-voters-feel-about-gas-prices-now--71748129artl_kPMvwU0lYjQWed, 29 Apr 2026 11:35:07 +0000Shaw Local News Network"How do you like the price of Gasoline NOW?? Still praising Donald Trump?" Chuck Berndt of McHenry writes in a letter to the editor.57false6fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/floodwaters-road-closures-linger-along-fox-in-mchenry-county-people-urged-to-report-damage--71732650artl_DPOm2unejgKWed, 29 Apr 2026 11:33:46 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWhile floodwaters are gradually receding along the Fox River in McHenry County, officials are again asking residents to self-report their damage in hope of securing a declaration to unlock assistance.180false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hampshire-s-julissa-akins-hits-2-homers-tuesday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--71726964artl_7PABnirEjbQWed, 29 Apr 2026 04:08:22 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJulissa Akins hit two home runs for Hampshire softball, McHenry baseball took over sole possession of first place in the Fox Valley Conference, and Marian Central baseball won its first game of the season. Plus, more in Tuesday's Northwest Herald roundup.825false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/peyton-mesce-figures-it-out-as-johnsburg-beats-woodstock--71723661artl_nP9zWiODXYQWed, 29 Apr 2026 02:27:06 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkPeyton Mesce worked out of a bases-loaded, no-out jam in the first inning, and Johnsburg rolled to a 10-2 win over visiting Woodstock in a Kishwaukee River Conference baseball game Tuesday. Mesce struck out nine in five innings.258false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kylee-nicholson-makayla-nordahl-pitch-out-of-trouble-lead-woodstock-north-to-key-krc-win-against-marengo--71722261artl_DKJpZtnG7nPWed, 29 Apr 2026 01:47:49 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWoodstock North's Kylee Nicholson and Makayla Nordahl both pitched out of bases-loaded jams in the final two innings as the Thunder beat Marengo 5-3 on Tuesday to move to 8-0 in the Kishwaukee River Conference.288false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/george-donze-wins-pitchers-duel-andrew-deegan-rips-clutch-double-to-lift-jacobs-over-huntley--71721621artl_WKBBEiJREjKWed, 29 Apr 2026 01:01:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkGeorge Donze carried a no-hitter into the sixth inning, Andrew Deegan smacked a go-ahead RBI double in the seventh, and Jacobs edged out Huntley 2-1 during Fox Valley Conference baseball action Tuesday evening.274false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/owner-of-horse-farm-near-richmond-again-denied-jail-release-pending-child-sex-assault-trial--71719817artl_9QemEukvZyQTue, 28 Apr 2026 22:39:59 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe owner of a horse farm near Richmond, accused of sexually assaulting a teen who’d taken lessons from him for years, was again denied pretrial release from the jail. He also told the judge he's reopened under a new name.344false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lake-county-sheriff-s-car-hits-utility-pole-near-woodstock-while-taking-person-to-mchenry-county-jail--71715165artl_XQlJkFYm03aTue, 28 Apr 2026 19:26:21 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Lake County Sheriff’s Office squad car hit a large utility pole near Woodstock late Monday while transporting someone to McHenry County Jail, according to authorities.125false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-district-47-pays-115k-to-settle-racial-bullying-lawsuit--71704688artl_WKBBEiJk87KTue, 28 Apr 2026 10:54:10 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCrystal Lake School District 47 has reached a $115,000 settlement with a family who sued over claimed civil rights discrimination after the student made a fake gun out of paper for a class project.208false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/johnsburg-applies-the-pressure-pulls-away-from-harvard-to-clinch-krc-regular-season-championship--71694358artl_eQjyeHWo1mPTue, 28 Apr 2026 01:53:58 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKayla Hiller and Elaina Moss scored goals and Johnsburg, resuming a match from over a week ago, defeated Harvard 3-1 to remain unbeaten and clinch the Kishwaukee River Conference regular season girls soccer championship Monday evening.290false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dundee-crown-softball-mchenry-baseball-score-fvc-wins-monday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--71694357artl_JK62Ls05n5KTue, 28 Apr 2026 01:48:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkDundee-Crown softball defeated McHenry, McHenry baseball beat Cary-Grove, Marengo girls soccer blanked North Boone behind hat tricks from Kiley Brady and Myah Broughton, and Anna Starr scored eight goals for Crystal Lake Central co-op girls lacrosse...136false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/woodstock-woman-released-pretrial-on-cocaine-charges-is-accused-again-jailed--71692689artl_xPk5YCwvrjKMon, 27 Apr 2026 23:54:59 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Woodstock woman who was released from McHenry County jail pretrial in January on cocaine allegations now faces new drug charges, official records show.190false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lake-in-the-hills-man-found-dead-after-house-fire-id-d--71689197artl_eQjyeHWok7PMon, 27 Apr 2026 21:47:54 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA man who was found dead after firefighters responded to a house fire last week in Lake in the Hills has been identified as an Army veteran.133false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-man-accused-of-forcing-his-way-into-ex-boss-house-with-shotgun-threatening-him-over-a-debt--71689145artl_JKV25s9bYbKMon, 27 Apr 2026 21:40:41 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA McHenry man is accused of forcing his way into his former boss’ house to collect a debt and threatening to shoot him.144false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/richmond-burton-s-ray-hannemann-stands-out--71681267artl_eQjyeHWWryPMon, 27 Apr 2026 19:32:50 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkRichmond-Burton senior Ray Hannemann plays three sports and has won a lot of games in each. The 2025 baseball season was an exception. This year, however, Hannemann and the Rockets are winning again.353false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/northwest-herald-athlete-of-the-week-huntley-s-tommy-gasner--71677907artl_AKz7lTllnbaMon, 27 Apr 2026 17:25:05 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHuntley sophomore first baseman Tommy Gasner recently had a walk-off hit against Bartlett for the Red Raiders, who lead all McHenry County baseball teams with 17 wins. Gasner is the Northwest Herald Athlete of the Week.195false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-artist-paints-local-landmarks-that-spark-her-nostalgia-my-margaritaville--71671298artl_1Kxw7fnYmyQMon, 27 Apr 2026 11:17:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Crystal Lake artist and author creates paintings of her favorite Crystal Lake landmarks that define the city's charm. She's also a Jimmy Buffett devotee.211false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/road-closures-along-fox-river-after-crest-more-rain-possible-monday--71661779artl_6PEgDS2601KSun, 26 Apr 2026 23:08:27 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkOfficials have reported a slow drop in water levels after a string of heavy downpours overflowed the Fox River, but more rain on Monday could erase any progress made last week.192false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/families-celebrate-earth-day-with-animals-and-activities-at-randall-oaks-zoo--71661195artl_1Kxw7fnBXdQSun, 26 Apr 2026 21:34:57 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkChildren of all ages celebrated Earth Day at Randall Oaks Zoo Saturday in West Dundee.37false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/families-celebrate-earth-day-with-animals-and-activities-at-randall-oaks-zoo--71661192artl_1PXy4HObd5QSun, 26 Apr 2026 21:34:57 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkChildren of all ages celebrated Earth Day at Randall Oaks Zoo Saturday in West Dundee.37false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wisconsin-man-admits-to-sex-assault-of-child-in-harvard-in-2015-gets-10-years-in-prison--71660371artl_MK4ylHO78oaSun, 26 Apr 2026 21:14:53 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Wisconsin man has admitted that he sexually assaulted a child in Harvard more than 10 years ago and was sentenced to 10 years in prison.105false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-alderwoman-s-home-removed-from-taxing-district--71660367artl_kPMvwU06xVQSun, 26 Apr 2026 21:14:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe McHenry City Council last week voted to removed Alderwoman Bobbi Baehne's house from the TIF district.213false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/money-for-controversial-flock-cameras-on-woodstock-square-remains-in-city-budget--71656946artl_JK62Ls0rrYKSun, 26 Apr 2026 16:10:44 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWoodstock officials have approved the city’s annual budget – including funding for the controversial Flock security cameras downtown. City Council members gave themselves an out when approving the cameras, saying they could still defund them.223false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lake-in-the-hills-extends-time-for-solar-farm-construction--71656947artl_nP9zWiOlBNQSun, 26 Apr 2026 15:37:11 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLake in the Hills officials have granted another extension for a solar farm to be constructed.109false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-chamber-foundation-honors-gem-award-winners--71656948artl_damyZHMLVgaSun, 26 Apr 2026 15:30:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkSeveral Crystal Lake community leaders were honored for their achievements at a luncheon on Thursday.193false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/angelo-pacini-drives-in-5-runs-for-woodstock-baseball-saturday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--71647124artl_XPvkGHY9XmQSun, 26 Apr 2026 00:30:38 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAngelo Pacini drove in five runs for Woodstock baseball in a win against Belvidere, McHenry baseball beat Stevenson to move to 15-3-1, Johnsburg girls soccer stayed undefeated, and more in Saturday's roundup.279false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/huntley-teen-reported-missing--71645187artl_JKV25s9pYAKSat, 25 Apr 2026 22:33:14 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Huntley Police Department is searching for a 13-year-old girl after she was reported missing in the early morning hours Saturday.82false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rally-in-mchenry-on-saturday-protests-against-ice-detention-centers--71642717artl_9QemEukl7OQSat, 25 Apr 2026 21:16:25 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkOver 100 people gathered Saturday at the side of Route 31 in McHenry to protest against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s use of warehouses as detention centers.224false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/woodstock-gas-station-clerk-attacked-on-job-tries-to-rebuild-her-life-without-income-insurance-benefits--71635674artl_xQ1ykHm0WmQSat, 25 Apr 2026 14:21:25 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn an exclusive interview with Shaw Local. the Woodstock gas station clerk who was attacked on New Year's Eve shares how it shattered her life and says she's been given no help by the gas station owners.475false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jury-finds-cicero-man-guilty-of-shooting-clerk-at-marengo-gas-station-robbery-5-years-ago--71636764artl_wQ0gGSvy5BPSat, 25 Apr 2026 14:11:11 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMore than five years after a Marengo gas station clerk was pistol-whipped and shot during a robbery by two masked men, the shooter was convicted.393false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fighting-out-of-woodstock-gym-mackenzie-mack-judo-stiller-to-compete-on-tv-series-the-ultimate-fighter--71633740artl_9QemEukO15QSat, 25 Apr 2026 10:00:06 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMackenzie "Mack-Judo" Stiller, who fights out of One Touch Fight Team & Academy in Woodstock, will compete on Season 34 of "The Ultimate Fighter," which premiers June 14 on Paramount+. Stiller is coached by Woodstock native, Iraq War veteran and...361false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/logan-nawrocki-leads-hampshire-baseball-over-harvest-westminster-in-extras-friday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--71628439artl_JK62Ls0J1nKSat, 25 Apr 2026 03:15:36 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLogan Nawrocki lifted Hampshire baseball over Harvest-Westminster in eight innings. Burlington Central, Harvard and Marengo scored victories in baseball, while Richmond-Burton and Marengo picked up nonconference wins in softball. Plus soccer and track...242false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tied-at-half-huntley-girls-soccer-shut-out-in-second-half-of-invitational-loss-to-libertyville--71626945artl_6PEgDS24pDKSat, 25 Apr 2026 02:02:37 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkDriven by two goals from Shea Krakowski, Libertyville overwhelmed Huntley with three second-half goals in a 4-1 victory in its Naperville Invitational group-play opener Friday night in Barrington.190false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tied-at-half-huntley-girls-soccer-shut-out-in-second-half-of-invitational-loss-to-libertyville--71626944artl_WKBBEiJ8q7KSat, 25 Apr 2026 02:02:37 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkDriven by two goals from Shea Krakowski, Libertyville overwhelmed Huntley with three second-half goals in a 4-1 victory in its Naperville Invitational group-play opener Friday night in Barrington.190false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/floodwaters-start-to-recede-in-parts-of-mchenry-county-cleanup-begins--71621103artl_1Po8xtjkRyQFri, 24 Apr 2026 21:05:59 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkParts of McHenry County along the Fox River and Chain O’Lakes should see floodwaters begin to recede, but the process will be slow, and cleanup challenging.267false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cary-zoning-chair-suddenly-quits-after-20-years-claims-committee-is-manipulated--71618000artl_7Q5y4Hq4j5QFri, 24 Apr 2026 17:47:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe head of Cary‘s zoning board abruptly resigned after serving for 20 years, writing that the committee is being “manipulated in order to achieve specific outcomes" – something the mayor denies.254false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lawsuit-filed-over-mchenry-fire-that-shut-down-riverside-bakery-pet-supply-shop--71618002artl_gaN16tv332KFri, 24 Apr 2026 17:39:37 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Riverside Bake Shop, through its insurers, has filed a lawsuit against the roofing company that was working on the building when it caught fire in January.112false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/after-year-of-drama-crystal-lake-park-board-eyes-changes-in-leaders-policies-attorney-s-fees--71614503artl_1PXy4HONd4QFri, 24 Apr 2026 12:54:47 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAfter a year of contention that saw a protest and metal detectors installed, a shakeup on the Crystal Lake park board could be on the horizon.335false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-johnsburg-student-athletes-earn-eagle-scout-status--71611351artl_7PABnirxw7QFri, 24 Apr 2026 10:00:05 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMcHenry County multi-sport athletes Blake DeNovo and Myles Wagner of McHenry and Josh Kaunas of Johnsburg were honored in a Troop 149 Eagle Scout ceremony Sunday.341false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-boys-huntley-girls-win-mchenry-county-meet-titles--71605598artl_qap4wUrOMjaFri, 24 Apr 2026 04:31:21 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMcHenry's boys track and field team captured the McHenry County meet on its home track, while Huntley won the girls championship. Marengo's Jackson Heimsoth and Johnsburg's Hope Klosowicz were named athletes of the meet.429false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mikala-amegasse-converts-game-winner-hampshire-outlasts-dundee-crown-for-overtime-victory--71604305artl_DKJpZtnjGOPFri, 24 Apr 2026 03:05:07 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMikala Amegasse scored two goals, including the game-winner in the 83rd minute, as Hampshire overcame two goals from Dundee-Crown's Rylie Mensik and outlasted the Chargers for a 3-2 overtime victory in Fox Valley Conference girls soccer action...269false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-s-carver-cohn-homers-throws-out-runner-at-home-to-clinch-fvc-win-thursday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--71603082artl_qap4wUrW1zaFri, 24 Apr 2026 02:41:51 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMcHenry's Carver Cohn hit a two-run homer and threw out the potential tying run at the plate in an FVC win over Prairie Ridge, Hampshire softball gave Huntley its first FVC loss, Makayla Nordahl threw a perfect game for Woodstock North softball, and...699false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fox-river-chain-o-lakes-crest-at-major-flood-stage-water-levels-expected-to-begin-slowly-falling--71600561artl_AKz7lTlVJjaThu, 23 Apr 2026 23:11:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAs floodwaters finally top out and begin slowly to recede along the Fox River and Chain O’ Lakes, McHenry County officials are asking people to document and report flood damage.191false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/flood-watch-fox-lake-level-begins-to-drop-river-could-crest-late-thursday-below-algonquin-dam--71590625artl_gaN16tvjmpKThu, 23 Apr 2026 13:46:08 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Fox River expected to crest Thursday night in McHenry County, according to the National Weather Service, and hold that level through Saturday before starting to slowly recede.288false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/alex-johnson-marengo-earn-redemption-against-johnsburg--71581467artl_qap4wUrvGWaThu, 23 Apr 2026 02:36:23 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA year ago almost to the date, Marengo pitcher Alex Johnson allowed a walk-off balk at Johnsburg. On Wednesday, the senior pitched a complete game and went 3 for 3 to lead the Indians to a 5-3 win in a Kishwaukee River Conference baseball game.290false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/burlington-central-softball-outlasts-crystal-lake-central-in-9-innings-wednesday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--71580644artl_NKDzNi0N7zPThu, 23 Apr 2026 02:11:38 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBurlington Central softball beat Crystal Lake Central in nine innings, Mia Robinson was 4 for 4 as Hampshire softball won its eighth straight, Jacobs baseball handed McHenry its first FVC loss, and Huntley softball stayed perfect in the FVC. Plus more...462false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lucas-prange-strikes-out-six-hampshire-builds-early-lead-to-beat-dundee-crown--71580650artl_9QemEukjkoQThu, 23 Apr 2026 01:56:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLucas Prange and Tyler Lacke combined to hold Dundee-Crown to four hits, Gavin Weston reached base three times with two singles and Hampshire built an early lead to beat the Chargers 6-2 in Fox Valley Conference baseball action Wednesday evening.247false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-enters-deal-to-buy-shuttered-health-club-but-has-6-months-to-back-out--71574737artl_XQlJkFYe1jaWed, 22 Apr 2026 22:04:29 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCrystal Lake has an agreement potentially to purchase the shuttered Northwestern fitness center to turn it into a community center – but the city has an out if officials decide it's not feasible.221false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oliver-why-are-healthy-habits-so-hard-to-make-part-of-our-routines--71571364artl_1Pn5bC9L3RaWed, 22 Apr 2026 19:45:56 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWhy is it so hard to turn a desire to do something for our health into a healthy habit? A new survey offers a few clues, providing proof that we're by no means alone in this, Joan Oliver writes.243false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/when-will-fox-river-recede-to-its-banks-not-for-many-days-if-it-stays-dry--71556774artl_JagLNUZvnoPWed, 22 Apr 2026 11:41:41 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIt could take a week or more – depending on weather – for the Fox River to recede to its banks but the crest could come Wednesday for parts of the river. Some parts of the Chain O' Lakes are now at major flood stage.349false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/woodstock-baseball-outslugs-plano-northwest-herald-tuesday-roundup--71542487artl_6PEgDS2bVXKWed, 22 Apr 2026 03:10:20 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWoodstock baseball outlasted Plano 19-17 in Kishwaukee River Conference action thanks to a Chase Willard grand slam. Harvard softball eked out a KRC win. Plus, more in Tuesday's Northwest Herald roundup.604false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/grace-brown-scores-kenzie-lorkowski-soars-for-key-save-as-burlington-central-holds-off-jacobs--71542489artl_1PXy4HOq7kQWed, 22 Apr 2026 02:39:52 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAli Kowall assisted Grace Brown's goal in the 29th minute, Kenzie Lorkowski made a leaping save on a free kick in the 52nd minute, and Burlington Central held off Jacobs for a 1-0 shutout victory in Fox Valley Conference girls soccer action Tuesday night.253false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hampshire-holds-off-burlington-central-for-7th-straight-win--71541202artl_Dayv5UGl85PWed, 22 Apr 2026 02:22:17 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAddi Edlen hit a no-doubt home run in a six-run fourth inning, and Alexa Schuring delivered a clutch two-run double in the sixth as Hampshire held off Burlington Central 11-10 in their Fox Valley Conference softball game Tuesday.266false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/marengo-gas-station-clerk-was-shot-during-robbery-5-years-ago-he-testified-tuesday-against-alleged-gunman--71540348artl_mabyJHOpqVKWed, 22 Apr 2026 00:32:18 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA father of five -- now six -- working a second job as an overnight gas station clerk in Marengo was shot during a robbery where $42 were taken. Two of three men charged took plea deals; the other is on trial in McHenry County.358false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fox-river-flooding-closes-river-road-near-mchenry--71532306artl_9QemEukJYzQTue, 21 Apr 2026 19:16:20 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkRiver Road near McHenry is closed because of floodwaters, the latest road closure resulting from the Fox River overflowing its banks.101false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/former-burlington-central-star-drew-scharnowski-transfers-to-duke--71530569artl_7PABnirYx3QTue, 21 Apr 2026 18:12:47 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFormer Burlington Central star Drew Scharnowski announced over the weekend his commitment to Duke from the transfer portal. Scharnowski spent the previous three seasons at Belmont.340false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/former-burlington-central-star-drew-scharnowski-transfers-to-duke--71530571artl_wQ0gGSvnymPTue, 21 Apr 2026 17:34:39 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFormer Burlington Central star Drew Scharnowski announced over the weekend his commitment to Duke from the transfer portal. Scharnowski spent the previous three seasons at Belmont.339false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-county-s-official-march-2026-primary-election-results--71527356artl_nP9zWiO9m2QTue, 21 Apr 2026 16:10:59 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Illinois State Board of Elections released final vote totals Friday in the March 17 primary. Here are the results for McHenry County races.573false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/firefighters-quickly-extinguish-crawl-space-fire-in-crystal-lake-home--71525195artl_qap4wUrLEnaTue, 21 Apr 2026 14:54:42 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBefore it spread, firefighters were able to extinguish a fire that broke out in a crawl space of a Crystal Lake home Monday evening.84false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/as-fox-floods-threaten-home-of-elderly-veteran-on-hospice-johnsburg-steps-up-to-help--71520249artl_DKJpZtn1bEPTue, 21 Apr 2026 11:54:54 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBill Breit, 87, is on hospice care and doesn't care to leave his Johnsburg home, even as the Fox River rises to flood stages outside. The community, including strangers to Breit, rallied to sandbag his house.243false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/siambanis-s-walk-off-hit-sends-marengo-past-johnsburg-monday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--71510781artl_zK3G5cGVkVKTue, 21 Apr 2026 03:16:28 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKonstantinos Siambanis sent Marengo baseball past Johnsburg on a walk-off hit, Crystal Lake South baseball held off Crystal Lake Central, Hampshire softball rallied past McHenry, Johnsburg, Harvard and Richmond-Burton girls soccer all won, and more in...840false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bennet-baumann-swings-a-mighty-bat-mchenry-triumphs-over-jacobs--71509915artl_gaN16tvbDBKTue, 21 Apr 2026 02:19:15 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMcHenry third baseman Bennet Baumann, who's sporting much shorter hair this season, showed off his strength Monday, going 4 for 4 with a double and 3 RBIs to help lead the Warriors to an 8-3 win over Jacobs in a Fox Valley Conference baseball showdown.286false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ella-arana-creates-mess-atop-lineup-crystal-lake-central-takes-care-of-prairie-ridge--71509943artl_DPOm2unEvMKTue, 21 Apr 2026 01:29:31 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCrystal Lake Central junior Ella Arana went a perfect 4 for 4 with two doubles and four runs scored as the Tigers beat Prairie Ridge 7-1 in their Fox Valley Conference softball game Monday.247false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/man-found-dead-in-lake-in-the-hills-home-after-fire--71508978artl_7Q5y4HqBzgQTue, 21 Apr 2026 00:53:30 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFirefighters responding to a call in Lake in the Hills discovered a deceased male inside Monday.81false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fox-river-flooding-prompts-closures-as-wary-residents-await-crest--71506756artl_1PXy4HOJp9QMon, 20 Apr 2026 23:15:32 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkRoad closures, park closures, more sandbagging and – with a break in the rainfall – the waiting game for waters to top out were the focuses Monday along the Fox River in the McHenry County area.294false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/owner-of-woodstock-appliance-store-that-caved-in-granted-more-time-to-demolish-building-lawsuit-on-hold--71505787artl_JKV25s91MJKMon, 20 Apr 2026 21:41:29 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFive months after the Thompson’s Appliances building in downtown Woodstock partially collapsed, the city pumped the brakes on legal action to get the remaining structure torn down.254false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/man-found-dead-in-woodstock-homeless-encampment-is-id-d--71500644artl_8Kw5rCvYx6PMon, 20 Apr 2026 20:07:39 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAuthorities have identified a man who was found dead in a Woodstock homeless encampment and determined whether it was a natural death.53false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-house-fire-causes-estimated-75-000-in-damages--71497595artl_wQWylH0rjeaMon, 20 Apr 2026 17:11:57 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFirefighters doused a blaze that broke out late Sunday in a Crystal Lake home.111false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jacobs-andrew-deegan-goes-5-for-5-for-the-hard-way-mchenry-county-baseball-notes--71497597artl_MK4ylHOVjdaMon, 20 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJacobs senior Andrew Deegan reached base five times the hard way against Burlington Central on Friday. He was hit by a pitch five times in as many at-bats, tying the national record. Plus more in this week's McHenry County baseball notes.324false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/democrats-outvoted-gop-in-red-mchenry-county-s-primary-election-what-might-that-mean-for-november--71496319artl_9QemEukDvrQMon, 20 Apr 2026 15:31:25 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAlmost 10,000 more people voted Democratic in the March primary in McHenry County. Was that simply indicative of more competitive races on that side of the aisle, or a bigger political shift?485false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/northwest-herald-athlete-of-the-week-crystal-lake-central-co-op-s-anna-starr--71493875artl_6a84OU0z4qaMon, 20 Apr 2026 14:33:30 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCrystal Lake Central co-op's Anna Starr scored 19 goals in three wins against St. Charles East co-op, Hampshire co-op and Lincoln-Way Central co-op and surpassed 300 in her career. Starr is the Northwest Herald Athlete of the Week.182false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/classic-cinemas-in-woodstock-sued-over-death-of-crystal-lake-man-who-fell-leaving-dark-theater--71475513artl_GK70XTMdxraMon, 20 Apr 2026 00:39:47 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe family of a Crystal Lake man claims a Woodstock cinema left him inside a dark theater, causing him to fall and leading to his death about a week later.162false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lake-in-the-hills-oks-car-wash-after-skepticism-delay--71475541artl_NKDzNi0mg4PSun, 19 Apr 2026 23:34:36 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAfter initial skepticism, Lake in the Hills officials have given the go-ahead for a new car wash on Randall Road.104false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/algonquin-asks-for-resident-input-for-high-hill-park-renovations--71475546artl_9QemEukry2QSun, 19 Apr 2026 23:25:27 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe village of Algonquin is looking to residents to help draft a renovation plan for High Hill Park and Nature Preserve.143false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hampshire-gets-plenty-of-offense-and-pitching-to-win-larkin-slugfest--71447338artl_qap4wUnDllaSun, 19 Apr 2026 01:41:06 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHampshire scored 35 runs over three games in cruising to the title at the Larkin Slugfest on Saturday.181false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/huntley-baseball-beats-bartlett-on-tommy-gasner-s-walk-off-single-saturday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--71448467artl_VaRgzS4z0rPSun, 19 Apr 2026 01:37:31 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHuntley baseball beat Bartlett on Tommy Gasner's walk-off single. Alden-Hebron baseball edged Earlville on a walk-off wild pitch. Dundee-Crown and Hampshire softball combined for five wins at the Larkin Slugfest. Crystal Lake Central and...715false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-depot-park-sets-opening-date-on-home-stretch-of-major-overhaul--71445991artl_NKZGXcRx7vaSat, 18 Apr 2026 22:20:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe reconstruction of Crystal Lake’s downtown park continues but the city has set an opening date in early June.161false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jack-reina-s-slider-silences-marengo-prairie-ridge-cruises-for-shutout-victory--71444309artl_DPOm2uq9oDKSat, 18 Apr 2026 21:34:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLeaning on his slider, Jack Reina struck out seven batters over four innings of one-hit baseball as Prairie Ridge, which tallied seven runs in the fourth inning, cruised for an 11-0 win over Marengo in nonconference play Saturday.224false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vehicle-leaves-route-14-damages-about-half-a-dozen-vehicles-in-woodstock-culver-s-parking-lot--71443592artl_zPrG2ckqqoQSat, 18 Apr 2026 20:57:58 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA car veered off Route 14 in Woodstock on Saturday and hit several cars in the Culver's parking lot.109false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-county-pounded-by-rain-officials-expected-to-close-chain-o-lakes-as-floodwaters-rise--71442326artl_nP9zWiN4XRQSat, 18 Apr 2026 20:04:25 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Fox River is rising in McHenry and Kane counties and is expected to crest next week.508false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/training-facility-new-station-among-plans-for-mchenry-township-fire-district--71440727artl_damyZH6oGmaSat, 18 Apr 2026 17:15:44 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe McHenry Township Fire Protection District is eyeing projects including a new fire station and a training center for firefighters.307false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/huntley-prepares-to-move-ahead-with-major-kreutzer-road-redo-after-stalemate--71440725artl_damyZH6o5paSat, 18 Apr 2026 16:34:39 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAfter a delay caused by a stalemate between the Union Pacific Railroad and the Illinois Department of Transportation, Huntley plans to move ahead with a major Kreutzer Road widening and realignment this year.201false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kreutzer-road-utility-work-to-begin-next-week-in-huntley--71440726artl_xQ1ykHE3AMQSat, 18 Apr 2026 16:30:51 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkUtility work in anticipation of the Kreutzer Road widening in Huntley is due to begin next week, Village Manager Dave Johnson said Thursday.166false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/christine-chmiel-throws-no-hitter-for-marian-central-friday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--71428683artl_WKBBEiAkVeKSat, 18 Apr 2026 03:02:44 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMarian Central's Christine Chmiel tossed a six-inning no-hitter against Timothy Christian, Crystal Lake South softball earned its first conference win of the season, Huntley baseball improved to 12-1, and more in Friday's Northwest Herald roundup.332false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/whiff-of-jacobs-colons-too-much-for-burlington-central--71428633artl_2QdBkiBNZZaSat, 18 Apr 2026 02:49:24 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJacobs' twins Jowell and Aaden Colon combined on a six-hit shutout, Andrew Deegan was hit by a pitch five times, and the Golden Eagles beat Burlington Central 6-0 in a Fox Valley Conference baseball game Friday in Burlington.273false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/anna-starr-shines-bright-scores-6-goals-as-crystal-lake-central-co-op-holds-off-huntley--71427298artl_zK3G5cgvRbKSat, 18 Apr 2026 02:14:45 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAnna Starr poured in six goals, including four in the third quarter, as Crystal Lake Central co-op overcame five goals from Huntley's Leah Holmberg and held off the Red Raiders for a 9-6 victory in Fox Valley Conference girls lacrosse action Friday...239false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-county-residents-warned-to-prepare-for-flooding-along-fox-river--71422970artl_VaRgzS4j6zPFri, 17 Apr 2026 22:15:57 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMcHenry County officials are urging people along the Fox River to get their sandbags and “go” bags ready ahead of more rain in the forecast.211false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/spring-grove-man-found-dead-of-gunshot-wound-in-wooded-area--71419926artl_6PEgDS1ndBKFri, 17 Apr 2026 19:38:58 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Spring Grove man was found dead in a wooded area with a gunshot wound to the head, according to authorities, who said there did not appear to be foul play involved.60false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/marengo-s-gabby-christopher-cements-herself-among-area-s-greatest-power-hitters-mchenry-county-softball-notes--71418774artl_gaN16tnvMrKFri, 17 Apr 2026 19:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMarengo's Gabby Christopher cemented herself among the top power hitters in McHenry County history, Huntley's Mark Petryniec recently earned career win No. 500, and Hampshire grad Gwen Malecke takes over at Woodstock North in this week's softball notes.433false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-man-paroled-in-october-accused-of-smashing-into-stealing-from-smoke-depot--71415640artl_XPvkGH4YyVQFri, 17 Apr 2026 16:36:36 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA man is facing new felony charges just months after he was paroled from prison for burglarizing a Lakewood home, stealing from a vehicle in Crystal Lake and participating in mob action in Cary.366false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ray-hannemann-s-single-lifts-richmond-burton-past-woodstock-northwest-herald-thursday-roundup--71395147artl_xPk5YCGXWpKFri, 17 Apr 2026 02:57:23 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkRay Hannemann hit the go-ahead RBI single in the seventh to lift Richmond-Burton's baseball team past Woodstock in Kishwaukee River Conference action. Jackson Hatfield homered twice for Marian Central. Plus, more baseball, softball, soccer in...416false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/woodstock-north-shuts-out-richmond-burton-wins-7th-in-a-row--71393804artl_2QdBkiBnwmaFri, 17 Apr 2026 01:46:23 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWoodstock North senior Makayla Nordahl tossed a five-hit shutout, and junior Kylee Nicholson collected three hits and two RBIs as the Thunder beat Richmond-Burton 8-0 for their seventh win in a row.256false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/milwaukee-woman-accused-of-stealing-perfume-from-crystal-lake-mchenry-ultas-in-ongoing-criminal-enterprise--71388280artl_JKV25sG6G0KThu, 16 Apr 2026 23:28:15 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Milwaukee woman is accused of stealing perfume and cologne from Ulta stores in McHenry County and has past retail theft convictions in Wisconsin and Illinois, according to authorities and court records.165false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/authorities-mchenry-man-with-29-past-convictions-jailed-on-domestic-battery-charges--71388279artl_qap4wUn41maThu, 16 Apr 2026 22:33:15 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWhile on pretrial release for driving on a revoked license, a McHenry man with 29 prior convictions, including four for domestic batteries, is accused of abusing a woman - again, according to authorities.116false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/new-gas-station-proposed-for-algonquin--71386687artl_wQ0gGSR6GOPThu, 16 Apr 2026 22:21:43 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkQuikTrip - not to be confused with Kwik Trip – could be debuting in at a location off Route 25 in Algonquin.126false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/woodstock-s-route-47-roadwork-begins-what-to-expect-over-next-2-years--71375079artl_zK3G5cge5ZKThu, 16 Apr 2026 16:04:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe long-awaited Route 47 widening through Woodstock has finally started. Here’s what you need to know.278false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/christine-chmiel-strikes-out-14-in-near-perfect-game-for-marian-central-wednesday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--71357368artl_eQjyeHr6Z5PThu, 16 Apr 2026 01:51:22 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkChristine Chmiel struck out 14 in a near perfect game for Marian Central softball, McHenry beat Prairie Ridge and Crystal Lake Central topped Cary-Grove in softball, McHenry baseball put up 20 runs in a win over C-G, and more in Wednesday's roundup.256false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/speedy-forward-liz-smith-scores-four-goals-johnsburg-dominates-marengo-to-stay-unbeaten--71357384artl_1Po8xtBZ2WQThu, 16 Apr 2026 01:25:46 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkShowcasing her breakaway speed, senior forward Liz Smith scored four goals as the Johnsburg girls soccer team remained undefeated with a dominant 7-0 win at Marengo in Kishwaukee River Conference action. Charlie Eastland, Lauren McQuiston and Dorothy...244false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/volo-museum-s-titanic-exhibit-floods-on-anniversary-of-ship-s-sinking--71354824artl_1Kxw7fY0A5QWed, 15 Apr 2026 23:38:06 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkOn the anniversary of the famous sinking of the Titanic ship, waters also troubled the Volo Museum, as its Titanic exhibit was flooded after Tuesday night’s downpour of storms.204false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crews-keep-garage-fire-from-spreading-to-adjoining-home-near-richmond--71354841artl_7PABni1yVdQWed, 15 Apr 2026 23:09:12 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA fire broke out in an attached garage near Richmond.80false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/charges-filed-against-2-men-both-18-in-johnsburg-altercation-in-which-one-was-stabbed--71354293artl_DKJpZtdryXPWed, 15 Apr 2026 21:46:05 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkTwo people were charged with misdemeanor battery counts following a March 27 stabbing near Johnsburg High School, including the person stabbed, authorities said.111false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/who-can-keep-bees-in-huntley-village-reexamines-local-rules--71351549artl_DKJpZtd6M4PWed, 15 Apr 2026 18:21:28 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHuntley officials want to make beekeeping cheaper and easier for hobbyists, but aren’t OK with allowing it on smaller lots.327false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oliver-heartbroken-angel-reese-fans-left-to-wonder-what-our-sky-team-is-doing--71349703artl_6a84OU9jb6aWed, 15 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe recent trade of Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese to the Atlanta Dream might sound like a good plan to the organization's management, but it leaves her fans in Chicago wondering what the team is doing.292false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dutch-bros-coffee-continues-to-expand-in-mchenry-county-algonquin-location-planned--71347520artl_VaRgzS4354PWed, 15 Apr 2026 14:22:30 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkComing off a recent approval to open in Crystal Lake, drive-thru coffee shop Dutch Bros. now has its sights on opening in Algonquin.170false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/peyton-mcmahon-converts-pk-ella-bechler-scores-late-in-first-half-as-crystal-lake-central-shuts-out-huntley--71334575artl_xPk5YCGjqbKWed, 15 Apr 2026 03:00:10 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkPeyton McMahon converted a penalty kick in the fifth minute, Ella Bechler finished a pass from Addison Schaffer late in the first half, and Crystal Lake Central's girls soccer team kicked off Fox Valley Conference play with a 2-0 shutout over Huntley...224false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/drake-lenckus-nets-100th-goal-as-crystal-lake-south-boy-lacrosse-team-rolls-northwest-herald-tuesday-roundup--71333928artl_6PEgDS1q03KWed, 15 Apr 2026 02:19:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkDrake Lenckus scored his 100th career goal, helping lead Crystal Lake South's boys lacrosse team to a win. Owen Satterlee and Prairie Ridge's baseball team avenged a loss to Jacobs. Kylee Nicholson pitched Woodstock North softball past Harvard, and...227false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ellie-white-shoulders-load-marengo-tops-johnsburg--71333930artl_DPOm2uqpADKWed, 15 Apr 2026 01:51:41 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMarengo's Ellie White knew her right arm was going to get a heavy workout her senior year. With last year’s ace graduated, she prepared for a mountain of innings. On Tuesday, White struck out 10 as the Indians beat Johnsburg 16-5.303false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-felon-accused-of-sexually-assaulting-girl-over-3-years-detained-in-county-jail--71331802artl_gaN16tnGEEKTue, 14 Apr 2026 22:36:51 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkProsecutors allege that a convicted felon who lives in Crystal Lake sexually assaulted a 9-year-old child he knows several times over the course of three years.196false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-police-officers-recognized-for-rescuing-residents-from-fire--71326796artl_eQjyeHreXNPTue, 14 Apr 2026 18:28:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFour Crystal Lake police officers received an award for their heroic efforts in rescuing residents from a house fire in February.148false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/law-firm-opens-crystal-lake-office--71320434artl_damyZH6YDAaTue, 14 Apr 2026 13:29:08 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKelleher + Holland LLC, touted as one of the Chicago area’s largest full-service suburban law firms, has announced the opening of a Crystal Lake office.112false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lawsuit-elgin-man-got-drunk-at-wisconsin-dells-resort-before-crash-that-killed-him-injured-5-near-woodstock--71320438artl_1Pn5bCB5eEaTue, 14 Apr 2026 13:24:36 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA lawsuit claims Kalahari, a Wisconsin Dells water park, was “negligent” for serving alcohol to an Elgin man who later “violently collided” in his Mercedes with another car near Woodstock, killing him and critically injuring a family of four.320false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/support-cary-area-library-at-spring-2026-used-book-sale--71317332artl_zPrG2ckvgjQTue, 14 Apr 2026 11:31:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFriends of the Cary Area Library’s Spring 2026 Used Book Sale takes place Friday, Saturday and Sunday.56false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/huntley-baseball-outlasts-dundee-crown-in-9-innings-monday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--71306010artl_NKDzNi2xdjPTue, 14 Apr 2026 03:10:26 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHuntley's Gavin Rettberg helped force extra innings and hit a go-ahead homer in the ninth inning to beat Dundee-Crown, Hampshire's Tyler Rubino had a walk-off hit to beat Crystal Lake Central, Johnsburg's Peyton Mesce threw a five-inning no-no, and...752false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kaden-wasniewski-landon-clements-power-mchenry-past-crystal-lake-south--71306011artl_JKV25sGEDnKTue, 14 Apr 2026 02:20:35 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKaden Wasniewski allowed two hits over six innings, and he and Landon Clements homered to lead McHenry to a 5-0 win over Crystal Lake South in Fox Valley Conference baseball action Monday.269false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/harvard-man-accused-of-strangling-woman-until-she-passed-out-ordered-held-in-jail-pretrial--71303483artl_8Kw5rCGWn2PMon, 13 Apr 2026 23:35:07 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Harvard man was denied pretrial release Monday after he was accused of strangling a woman until she passed out.124false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/district-155-says-no-decision-has-been-made-on-softball-co-op-restructure--71302411artl_6PEgDS17ZYKMon, 13 Apr 2026 23:13:46 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCrystal Lake-based Community High School District 155 officials said Monday that no decision has been made to move to a co-op restructure for the district’s four high school softball teams in 2027.177false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/budget-for-cary-s-alfresco-alley-increases-to-1-3m--71302410artl_9QemEu4jzqQMon, 13 Apr 2026 22:51:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCary successfully passed a balanced budget Tuesday, but not without some major changes from the draft presented last month, including an updated budget for renovations for a downtown alley that increased by over $500,000.215false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/several-pets-missing-after-fire-in-home-near-mchenry--71296550artl_6a84OU9R74aMon, 13 Apr 2026 19:17:41 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCats and birds were among the pets that were missing following a house fire outside McHenry in an area without hydrants.113false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-county-department-of-health-refurbishes-reopens-crystal-lake-clinic-animal-control-hq--71297817artl_NKZGXcRr2GaMon, 13 Apr 2026 18:30:37 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe McHenry County Department of Health has reopened its Crystal Lake facility after about a year of renovations.206false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dundee-crown-twins-kyle-and-ryan-pierce-provide-double-trouble--71295563artl_wQWylHNnR5aMon, 13 Apr 2026 17:39:41 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkDundee-Crown twins Kyle and Ryan Pierce are about as identical as it gets. The brothers have starred in football and baseball the past couple of years, and this spring the seniors are enjoying their final season together as teammates.306false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/northwest-herald-athlete-of-the-week-woodstock-s-megan-kuiper--71293458artl_2QdBkiBgBgaMon, 13 Apr 2026 15:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWoodstock sophomore Megan Kuiper struck out 38 batters in her first 14 1/3 innings of the season, including 20 in a near no-hitter against Round Lake. Kuiper is the Northwest Herald Athlete of the Week in an online vote.204false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-ice-rink-ownership-operations-formalized-between-city-mayor-s-rise-up-foundation--71279837artl_JKV25sGAVkKSun, 12 Apr 2026 21:47:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe city of McHenry has formalized its agreement with Jett's RISE Up Foundation for operations of Miller Point Park ice rink.203false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blue-envelope-aids-interactions-between-police-people-with-autism-lake-in-the-hills-latest-to-adopt--71279251artl_6PEgDS1zqDKSun, 12 Apr 2026 20:30:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkTo improve communication and encourage more positive interaction between police officers and people on the autism spectrum, the Lake in the Hills police department is gearing up to participate in the “Blue Envelope” initiative.136false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wisconsin-man-charged-with-assault-of-child-he-allegedly-lured-from-harvard--71278085artl_1PXy4Hv4nyQSun, 12 Apr 2026 18:44:16 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA man already on the sex offender registry is accused of luring a child from Harvard to Wisconsin and sexually assaulting the child, authorities said.117false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nami-mchenry-county-s-upcoming-gala-celebrates-vision-hope--71277323artl_XPvkGH4Bq3QSun, 12 Apr 2026 18:20:41 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe National Alliance on Mental Illness McHenry County’s upcoming annual gala has a new name and venue this year.262false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-county-friend-create-bookstore-on-wheels--71277330artl_GK70XTB1m7aSun, 12 Apr 2026 18:17:29 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFriends since middle school, two McHenry County women have started Here for the Plot, a mobile bookshop that is making appearances at farmers markets, craft fairs and other events.177false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/woodstock-north-boys-track-claims-top-spot-at-marengo-s-ed-reeves-invite-saturday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--71274492artl_7Q5y4HNWpnQSun, 12 Apr 2026 14:30:24 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWoodstock North's Braelan Creighton was a triple winner in the high jump, pole vault and triple jump to lead the Thunder to first place at the Marengo Ed Reeves Invite. Marengo's Gabby Christopher set the program's all-time home run record, and much...965false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/johnsburg-hidden-harbor-developer-wants-tax-incentive-local-leaders-aren-t-yet-sold--71265336artl_GK70XTB6vOaSat, 11 Apr 2026 22:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBefore Johnsburg Village Board members agree to a tax incentive for the proposed Hidden Harbor development, they want more information on how the plan could benefit the village.216false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/5-story-apartment-commercial-plan-for-fox-river-grove-advances-never-would-have-imagined--71262252artl_DPOm2uqVyAKSat, 11 Apr 2026 17:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkPlans for a five-story building with commercial space and nearly 100 apartments for Fox River Grove's Block B got the nod from the local planning board. The Village Board has final say.313false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-golf-club-now-officially-within-city-limits-after-2m-purchase--71261686artl_XPvkGH41wrQSat, 11 Apr 2026 16:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe McHenry Golf Club - known as the McHenry Country Club for more than 100 years – annexed into McHenry at owner's request.108false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/huntley-school-district-158-recognized-with-national-high-performance-district-award--71258704artl_eQjyeHr87JPSat, 11 Apr 2026 11:28:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHuntley Community School District 158 has been named the inaugural recipient of the national Education Advisory Board’s High-Performance District Award.115false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brake-parts-site-up-for-sale-after-mchenry-plant-s-shutdown-last-workers-out-end-of-month--71256716artl_DKJpZtd9JGPSat, 11 Apr 2026 10:15:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe massive Brake Parts Inc. property in McHenry has seen interest from buyers, according to the city's economic development director.145false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ella-arana-powers-up-for-cl-central-hampshire-c-g-softball-walk-off-wins-friday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--71249408artl_VaRgzS4ynkPSat, 11 Apr 2026 03:02:50 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkElla Arana hit a pair of home runs to power Crystal Lake Central softball past Dundee-Crown, Cary-Grove and Hampshire softball won on walk-off hits, and more softball, baseball, girls soccer, girls lacrosse and track and field results in Friday's...483false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hampshire-grinds-out-win-over-crystal-lake-central--71249409artl_MK4ylHZANZaSat, 11 Apr 2026 02:15:54 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHampshire's baseball team scored single runs in the sixth and seventh innings to pull out a come-from-behind, 2-1 win over host Crystal Lake Central in Fox Valley Conference action Friday.232false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ian-boland-attacks-mchenry-manufactures-runs-in-fvc-win-against-crystal-lake-south--71249410artl_nP9zWiNY1vQSat, 11 Apr 2026 01:43:09 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIan Boland struck out six and held Crystal Lake South to two hits over five innings as McHenry, which didn't record a hit until the sixth inning, manufactured runs to outlast the Gators 3-2 in a low-scoring Fox Valley Conference baseball game Friday.230false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/car-burst-into-flames-in-prairie-grove-crash-that-injured-other-driver--71244739artl_qap4wUnm3waFri, 10 Apr 2026 21:35:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Nunda Rural Fire Protection District responded to a two-vehicle crash Friday in which one burst into flames.85false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/district-155-softball-teams-set-to-move-to-co-op-structure-in-2027--71241568artl_XPvkGH4Jz8QFri, 10 Apr 2026 20:13:24 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkDue to declining numbers in participation and an inability to field multiple softball teams at each school, the four District 155 schools are set to move to a co-op structure in 2027, pairing Crystal Lake Central with Prairie Ridge and Crystal Lake...119false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-hopes-grant-will-help-spur-development-on-south-side-of-town--71240193artl_ya2V7slbGGaFri, 10 Apr 2026 18:44:57 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMcHenry is eyeing 232 acres of unincorporated land on the west side of Route 31 and south of Veterans Parkway for future annexation and development.119false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/is-marengo-next-frontier-of-suburban-growth-big-state-grants-help-city-capitalize-on-new-i-90-interchange--71240185artl_JagLNUzpNmPFri, 10 Apr 2026 18:42:37 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA multimillion-dollar state grant will put Marengo closer to the I-90 exchange and future growth.243false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gabby-christopher-s-40th-career-hr-ties-marengo-mark-in-win-over-woodstock-northwest-herald-thursday-roundup--71224255artl_gaN16tnld4KFri, 10 Apr 2026 02:51:08 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkGabby Christopher hit her 40th career homer to tie the school record in Marengo's win over Woodstock. Huntley pounded out 27 hits in a 23-7 win over Crystal Lake South. Plus, more softball, baseball, girls soccer and boys tennis in Thursday's...501false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-student-and-mentor-drake-lenckus-guides-unbeaten-crystal-lake-south-past-burlington-central--71224254artl_maqp6tgjygKFri, 10 Apr 2026 02:36:41 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCrystal Lake South senior Drake Lenckus, playing under his father Tim and alongside his freshman brother Derek, posted one goal and three assists to lead the undefeated Gators over Burlington Central in a Fox Valley Conference boys lacrosse game Thursday.226false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/leona-eichholz-powers-harvard-past-richmond-burton--71223698artl_1Pn5bCBZZRaFri, 10 Apr 2026 02:04:14 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHarvard's Leona Eichholz struck out 15 batters and hit a go-ahead home run in the sixth inning as the Hornets shut out Richmond-Burton 7-0 in their Kishwaukee River Conference softball game Thursday.264false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/revisit-the-golden-age-of-hollywood-at-2026-mcconnell-ball--71221855artl_Dayv5U9J2yPThu, 09 Apr 2026 23:29:34 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkStep into the spotlight for an evening inspired by the Golden Age of Hollywood at the 2026 McConnell Ball Saturday in Richmond.76false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/richmond-man-accused-of-possessing-guns-with-defaced-serial-numbers-ammo-firecrackers-in-lake-in-the-hills--71221849artl_WKBBEiApy6KThu, 09 Apr 2026 22:21:41 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Richmond man on pretrial release in two Wisconsin DUI cases is accused of illegally possessing stolen guns, ammunition and 50 package of firecrackers in Lake in the Hills, according to authorities.173false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-house-uninhabitable-after-garage-fire-spreads-to-home-shed-neighbor-s-garage--71221135artl_9QemEuVWXnQThu, 09 Apr 2026 21:32:33 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA McHenry resident is left without a home after a fire that started in a detached garage spread to the home and two other structures early Thursday morning, officials report.89false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/woodstock-video-gaming-city-adopts-new-regulations-bans-gambling-predominant-cafes--71220316artl_ya2V7s3B3WaThu, 09 Apr 2026 21:12:06 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkNew regulations on video gaming have been adopted by the Woodstock City Council, with a limit on how much a business' revenue can come from the gambling machines.162false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/district-300-teacher-accused-of-felony-battery-outside-crystal-lake-bar-allegedly-kicked-officer--71220324artl_1PXy4Hlo3XQThu, 09 Apr 2026 20:43:20 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA School District 300 elementary school teacher is facing six felony battery charges after authorities said he got into a physical altercation outside a Crystal Lake bar.111false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mcdonald-s-in-crystal-lake-to-be-torn-down-rebuilt--71211617artl_wQWylHlVYxaThu, 09 Apr 2026 13:19:58 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Crystal Lake McDonald’s is getting a fresh start with a brand-new building and a reconfigured site to improve traffic.130false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cl-central-baseball-hands-huntley-1st-loss-jacobs-moves-to-7-1-wednesday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--71202715artl_1Pn5bCM0X3aThu, 09 Apr 2026 03:03:34 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCrystal Lake Central baseball handed Huntley its first loss, Jacobs baseball improved to 7-1, Burlington Central baseball walked off Crystal Lake South, and plenty more baseball, softball, girls soccer, boys tennis and track and field results in...616false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prairie-ridge-plays-long-ball-topples-cary-grove--71201872artl_BaYyLHokVBaThu, 09 Apr 2026 01:55:43 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMaddon McKim, Cameron Davis and Gavin Piekos all homered, and Prairie Ridge's baseball team beat Cary-Grove 16-0 in four innings to extend its winning streak to seven games.239false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-s-natalie-bender-all-smiles-in-fvc-win-against-crystal-lake-south--71201063artl_ya2V7s3MopaThu, 09 Apr 2026 01:08:05 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMcHenry senior Natalie Bender was all smiles Wednesday, striking out seven batters in the circle and hitting two home runs to lead the Warriors to a 10-3 Fox Valley Conference win over Crystal Lake South.250false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/reese-vrba-belts-walk-off-home-run-prairie-ridge-rallies-for-fvc-win-over-jacobs--71201055artl_ya2V7s3M0paThu, 09 Apr 2026 01:01:53 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBella Moore belted a game-tying home run in the seventh inning and Reese Vrba crushed a walk-off three-run home run in the ninth inning as Prairie Ridge rallied from a six-run deficit to beat Jacobs 9-6 during Fox Valley Conference softball action...238false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lake-in-the-hills-opposes-state-housing-zoning-proposal-citing-loss-of-local-control--71196590artl_xPk5YC8GXdKWed, 08 Apr 2026 20:44:18 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLake in the Hills officials have formally opposed pending state legislation that would limit their ability to regulate issues like parking minimums and accessory dwelling units.261false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oliver-even-preparedness-plans-must-change-as-loved-one-s-dementia-progresses--71195617artl_1Pn5bCMBdZaWed, 08 Apr 2026 20:00:46 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAs Tony's Alzheimer's disease has progressed, we've had to make adjustments to many aspects of our life together. With the onset of spring storms, our emergency preparedness plan has had to change, too.226false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/horse-saved-from-floodwaters-by-marengo-firefighters-returns-home--71194491artl_JagLNUgzv8PWed, 08 Apr 2026 19:54:52 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkTroy, the Marengo-area horse that was swept into floodwaters on Friday night and saved during an hours-long operation on Saturday, is home.134false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/algonquin-files-suit-aiming-to-demolish-unsafe-downtown-building--71192715artl_zPrG2cAk6xQWed, 08 Apr 2026 17:59:11 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Village of Algonquin is looking to demolish a 99-year-old building in the downtown area over concerns about the building’s structural integrity.175false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/owen-satterlee-throws-two-hit-shutout-as-prairie-ridge-beats-cary-grove-tuesday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--71183247artl_WKBBEiOrrZKWed, 08 Apr 2026 12:38:50 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkOwen Satterlee struck out 14 as Prairie Ridge baseball shut out Cary-Grove, Jordyn Jeffs hit a walk-off single as Dundee-Crown softball beat McHenry, Peyton Ruffner and Maizie Nickle scored goals in Huntley girls soccer's win over Prairie Ridge, and...519false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-county-residents-urged-to-sign-up-for-free-property-fraud-alerts--71180023artl_Dayv5UEgjLPWed, 08 Apr 2026 10:15:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMcHenry County has a system that will alert you if someone files a deed on your house. The program has been enhanced to also alert law enforcement.220false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fun-times-continue-for-nathan-neidhardt-mchenry-in-win-over-dundee-crown--71172936artl_mabyJHrwN1KWed, 08 Apr 2026 02:22:38 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkNathan Neidhardt and Garet Lobbins combined for four hits and nine RBIs as McHenry opened defense of its Fox Valley Conference baseball championship with a 15-0 win over Dundee-Crown on Tuesday.239false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lyla-ginczycki-gives-huntley-offense-a-jolt-in-fvc-win-over-crystal-lake-central--71172088artl_7PABnijDyvQWed, 08 Apr 2026 01:43:25 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHuntley senior Lyla Ginczycki hit a first-pitch, two-run home run in the first to set the tone, and junior Layla Olson fired a complete game with 11 strikeouts as the Red Raiders beat Crystal Lake Central 8-2 in the teams' Fox Valley Conference opener...254false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/salvation-army-debuts-new-emergency-canteen-in-crystal-lake-hope-is-on-the-way--71167088artl_XQlJkF6VMMaTue, 07 Apr 2026 20:06:47 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkSalvation Army of McHenry County's new and improved emergency vehicle canteen provides food and drinks to those affected by and responding to local disasters.169false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lake-in-the-hills-might-get-a-new-car-wash-but-officials-are-concerned-about-traffic--71167094artl_BaYyLHoNWOaTue, 07 Apr 2026 19:25:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkSome Lake in the Hills officials expressed skepticism about a proposed car wash in town.181false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/traffic-lights-out-in-lake-in-the-hills-intersection--71164743artl_9QemEuV5AAQTue, 07 Apr 2026 18:58:06 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe traffic lights at an intersection in Lake in the Hills are not functioning, Lake in the Hills police said.55false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/woodstock-might-sue-to-get-thompson-s-appliance-building-razed-or-repaired-after-cave-in--71155089artl_eQjyeHv6E1PTue, 07 Apr 2026 10:26:21 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWoodstock may have to sue to get the owners nf the former Thompson Appliance building to tear down the structure, which partially collapsed in December.151false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/marengo-woodstock-win-krc-baseball-openers-monday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--71147875artl_nP9zWiZL04QTue, 07 Apr 2026 02:51:09 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMarengo shut out Woodstock North and Woodstock blanked Harvard in their Kishwaukee River Conference baseball openers Monday. Marengo's boys and girls track placed first at the Genoa-Kingston Meet, Harvard and Johnsburg girls soccer picked up wins, and...445false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/peyton-mesce-s-composure-keys-johnsburg-s-win-over-richmond-burton--71147873artl_JagLNUgb6xPTue, 07 Apr 2026 02:28:26 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkPeyton Mesce continued his strong start to the baseball season Monday, pitching two-hit ball over six innings, as Johnsburg began defense of its Kishwaukee River Conference title with a 7-1 win over visiting Richmond-Burton.236false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kyle-ziebell-gavin-rettberg-homer-as-huntley-rallies-to-beat-barrington-stay-undefeated--71146777artl_DPOm2ulJWXKTue, 07 Apr 2026 01:44:57 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKyle Ziebell's two-out homer capped off a six-run fourth inning for Huntley, which rallied from a four-run deficit to remain undefeated and beat Barrington 8-6 in a nonconference baseball matchup Monday evening.227false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lake-in-the-hills-plans-public-tours-of-new-police-station-veterans-memorial-rededication--71138105artl_JagLNUgN4VPMon, 06 Apr 2026 18:14:25 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkPeople can soon have a look around inside the new Lake in the Hills police station, which opened over the winter. An open house will coincide with the rededication of the relocated Veterans Memorial.125false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/woman-of-distinction-a-rise-up-ranks-of-banking-from-teller-to-cfo-and-inspiring-others-along-the-way--71124024artl_NKDzNil5WZPSun, 05 Apr 2026 23:18:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKathleen Narusis rose up the ranks at Home State Bank in Crystal Lake at a time when it less common for women to get such opportunities. She's one of the Northwest Herald's Women of Distinction recipients.247false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/from-mchenry-high-to-space-force-sgt-david-gudgeon-found-calling-in-newest-us-military-branch--71121481artl_zK3G5c58lWKSun, 05 Apr 2026 19:59:18 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkSgt. David Gudgeon is a McHenry High graduate who earned Eagle Scout and now is one of just two drill sergeants in U.S. Space Force, the nation's newest military wing.234false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/vinnie-s-day-out-shaw-local-reporter-s-dog-tries-out-underdog-academy-in-algonquin--71121480artl_7Q5y4HrmyoQSun, 05 Apr 2026 19:33:51 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkShaw Local reporter Amanda Marrazzo's dog Vinnie spent a day at Underdog Academy in Algonquin - something offered to all their potential customers for free – to "learn some manners," she writes.366false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/idot-worker-injured-in-crash-friday-on-route-120--71119753artl_6PGkeHRdAVPSun, 05 Apr 2026 16:32:38 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAn Illinois Department of Transportation worker was injured after a driver crashed into an IDOT truck while crews worked on storm damage along Route 120 Friday morning near McHenry.64false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/uconn-reaches-3rd-national-title-game-in-4-seasons-beats-illinois-71-62--71118545artl_1PXy4HlgLdQSun, 05 Apr 2026 14:37:33 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkUConn got another critical 3-pointer from Braylon Mullins and coach Dan Hurley’s Huskies muscled their way back to the national title game, beating Illinois 71-62 in the Final Four on Saturday night as they seek their third championship in four seasons.241false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/horse-rescued-from-floodwaters-near-marengo-after-hours-long-effort--71117247artl_wQ0gGSL9yZPSun, 05 Apr 2026 13:11:30 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFire crews, an equine veterinarian and sheriff's deputies all assisted in a tricky effort to rescue a horse from floodwaters near Marengo.163false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/st-mary-catholic-school-8th-grader-wins-regional-spelling-bee-heading-to-national-competition-in-d-c--71116407artl_9QemEuVNNyQSun, 05 Apr 2026 11:30:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAnother McHenry County student will be competing on the national spelling bee stage after taking home the top spot in the regional tournament last month.169false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/woman-whose-shoplifting-arrest-went-viral-pleads-guilty-in-mchenry-county-court-via-zoom-from-india--71110419artl_8Kw5rCBljGPSun, 05 Apr 2026 03:01:15 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBodycam video of a woman being questioned for shoplifting at Target in Algonquin has been reviewed millions of times. She pleaded guilty Tuesday via Zoom from India, as her visa to be in the US was revoked.200false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/huntley-blasts-5-homers-mark-petryniec-earns-500th-career-win-saturday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--71107576artl_6a84OU7JNAaSat, 04 Apr 2026 23:02:08 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHuntley softball pounded out 20 hits and hit five homers to lead coach Mark Petryniec to his 500th career win, Jacobs softball outlasted Woodstock North 22-21 in a scoring frenzy, Cary-Grove boys and girls track won at the Trojans' home meet, and more...750false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-industrial-building-catches-fire--71105863artl_2QdBkizv1AaSat, 04 Apr 2026 20:50:33 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Crystal Lake industrial building caught fire Saturday afternoon.72false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lakewood-village-manager-announces-retirement--71104295artl_9aLpxtmZO9aSat, 04 Apr 2026 18:30:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLakewood’s Village Manager will be retiring this summer after serving in the position for five years, officials report.110false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/moms-of-mchenry-county-s-kidsstuff-resale-has-been-saving-parents-money-since-1998--71104288artl_DPOm2ulwWVKSat, 04 Apr 2026 18:30:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFor nearly 30 years, Moms of McHenry County have been saving other moms money via its semiannual KidsStuff Resale event. The next sale is coming up this month.263false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/woodstock-chamber-launches-digital-gift-card-program--71100388artl_1Kxw7fkm6AQSat, 04 Apr 2026 13:11:47 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Woodstock Area Chamber of Commerce and Industry has launched a new digital gift card program as way to help people support local businesses.127false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/quite-alarming-cary-mayor-critical-of-state-zoning-parking-legislation-loss-of-local-control--71100389artl_eQjyeHvqYGPSat, 04 Apr 2026 13:06:53 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCary Mayor Mark Kownick used the annual state of the village event to warn residents of new state legislation that will put limits on local control from housing to parking.247false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nathan-bushy-strikes-out-9-as-dundee-crown-baseball-beats-centennial-friday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--71099760artl_XPvkGH26EvQSat, 04 Apr 2026 12:21:44 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkNathan Bushy struck out nine batters to lead Dundee-Crown baseball over Centennial, Alden-Hebron baseball split a nonconference doubleheader against Ashton-Franklin Center and Cary-Grove boys lacrosse scored a win over Lake Forest. And more in...146false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/northwest-herald-boys-track-and-field-preview-5-to-watch-in-2026--71098270artl_9aLpxtmB47aSat, 04 Apr 2026 10:00:05 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe boys track and field season starts this week. Here are five athletes to watch this season in the Northwest Herald area.124false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-northwest-herald-boys-track-and-field-season-preview-capsules--71098271artl_9QemEuVxkyQSat, 04 Apr 2026 10:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe boys track and field season is underway. Check out our team-by-team preview with top returners, newcomers and info on each local team in the Northwest Herald area for the 2026 season.1222false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/maggie-hanson-s-hat-trick-propels-marengo-to-krc-victory-over-woodstock-north--71092420artl_DPOm2ul4BxKSat, 04 Apr 2026 01:31:25 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMaggie Hanson scored three second-half goals, while Macy Noe recorded 11 saves, seven in the first half, as Marengo's girls soccer team kicked off Kishwaukee River Conference play with a 3-0 win over Woodstock North.218false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-s-buffalo-wild-wings-closing-burlington-coming-to-town--71090121artl_nP9zWiZknMQFri, 03 Apr 2026 21:32:07 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMcHenry's Buffalo Wild Wings is closing, but Burlington is coming to former furniture store.85false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/place-to-unplug-recharge-cary-apothecary-expands-in-new-location-bringing-in-wellness-services--71088677artl_wQWylHljWDaFri, 03 Apr 2026 20:05:59 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkOfficially opening April 1, Cary Apothecary is expanding with wellness offerings with services like massages and Reiki sessions.182false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/collapsed-home-downed-wires-flooding-reported-in-mchenry-county-after-storms--71087334artl_wQ0gGSLgNBPFri, 03 Apr 2026 17:20:46 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThunderstorms that hit Thursday night left their mark in McHenry County, with downed electrical wires, tree damage, flooding and a collapsed home reported.191false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-northwest-herald-girls-track-and-field-preview-capsules--71082428artl_kPMvwU98pkQFri, 03 Apr 2026 10:00:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe girls track and field season is underway. Check out our team-by-team preview with top returners, newcomers and info on each local team in the Northwest Herald area for the 2026 season.1428false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/northwest-herald-girls-track-and-field-preview-5-to-watch-in-2026--71081975artl_xPk5YC8OEEKFri, 03 Apr 2026 10:00:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe girls track and field season starts this week. Here are five athletes to watch this season in the Northwest Herald area.129false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cloud-rotation-reported-in-mchenry-county-scattered-power-outages-flooding-possible--71076882artl_WKBBEiOq6BKFri, 03 Apr 2026 02:26:08 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWarning sirens have sounded in parts of McHenry County amid reports of rotating clouds and severe weather.96false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cloud-rotation-reported-in-mchenry-county-scattered-power-outages-flooding-possible--71076151artl_VaRgzSAg6bPFri, 03 Apr 2026 02:12:54 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWarning sirens have sounded in parts of McHenry County amid reports of rotating clouds and severe weather.90false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/burlington-central-baseball-falls-to-romeoville-thursday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--71076184artl_1Kxw7fkjlAQFri, 03 Apr 2026 01:23:45 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkSam Maglares struck out eight batters for Burlington Central in a loss to Romeoville, Huntley boys lacrosse topped Lake Zurich for its first victory, and Huntley boys volleyball fell to St. Charles East in two sets in Thursday's Northwest Herald roundup.64false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/huntley-man-accused-of-attempting-to-escape-from-hospital-after-burglary-arrest--71074501artl_GK70XT49yOaThu, 02 Apr 2026 23:45:17 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAuthorities say a Huntley man made a run for the exit at a hospital, where he was taken after allegedly using an ax to smash a window and rob a shop.136false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wonder-lake-man-pleads-guilty-to-possessing-child-sex-abuse-image-gets-prison--71073180artl_mabyJHr91YKThu, 02 Apr 2026 22:06:51 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Wonder Lake man has pleaded guilty to possessing an image of child sex abuse and was sentenced to five years in prison.169false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/flashing-red-lights-causing-big-delays-in-huntley--71071972artl_BaYyLHoeRgaThu, 02 Apr 2026 21:05:31 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFlashing red traffic lights at the intersection of Del Webb Boulevard and Route 47 in Huntley are causing a significant backup.35false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/man-charged-with-dui-after-crashing-into-woodstock-home-within-inches-of-where-resident-sat--71065404artl_AKz7lTr48NaThu, 02 Apr 2026 15:03:24 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Woodstock man is facing charges of driving under the influence after crashing his car into a Woodstock home, within inches of where a resident of the home was sitting last week.109false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/route-31-closed-in-mchenry-area-for-downed-wire-fire--71064571artl_8Kw5rCAZWWPThu, 02 Apr 2026 14:00:13 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe McHenry Police Department is asking residents to avoid Route 31, which has closed due to wires down across the road and a fire.56false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lily-perocho-leads-crystal-lake-central-softball-to-win-over-johnsburg-wednesday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--71055518artl_nP9zWiZzRMQThu, 02 Apr 2026 02:53:10 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLily Perocho homered and fired a two-hit shutout to lead Crystal Lake Central's softball team over Johnsburg, while Hampshire, Prairie Ridge and Richmond-Burton's baseball teams all scored wins on Wednesday. In girls soccer action, Woodstock North...203false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/freshman-karsyn-ledgerwood-sparks-offense-for-prairie-ridge-in-season-opening-win--71054892artl_WKBBEiOyqwKThu, 02 Apr 2026 02:13:59 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFreshman Karsyn Ledgerwood sparked Prairie Ridge's offense early with an RBI double, Reese Vrba blasted a three-run home run late, and Reese Mosolino struck out seven in a 5-3 season-opening win over Grayslake North.234false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/liz-smith-johnsburg-celebrate-season-opening-win-over-richmond-burton--71054893artl_XQlJkF60g3aThu, 02 Apr 2026 01:57:50 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLiz Smith scored in the 65th minute, and Johnsburg's girls soccer team edged visiting Richmond-Burton 1-0 in the Skyhawks' season opener Wednesday.237false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/incredibly-rewarding-carpentersville-company-designed-controls-for-artemis-ii-mission--71055513artl_gaN16tMdOwKThu, 02 Apr 2026 00:19:41 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFor the first time in half a century, astronauts soon should be headed to the moon — and equipment designed and manufactured here in the suburbs will help them get there.202false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/contractor-injured-at-scot-forge-metal-manufacturer-in-spring-grove--71053824artl_AKz7lTrWwOaWed, 01 Apr 2026 23:56:29 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA construction contractor suffered an injury while working at a Scot Forge facility Wednesday afternoon in Spring Grove.77false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/incredibly-rewarding-carpentersville-company-designed-controls-for-artemis-ii-mission--71053190artl_6PEgDSJBEoKWed, 01 Apr 2026 22:42:57 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFor the first time in half a century, astronauts soon should be headed to the moon — and equipment designed and manufactured here in the suburbs will help them get there.201false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/distorted-soda-and-sub-shop-debuts-in-crystal-lake-for-local-take-on-dirty-soda-trend--71052554artl_Dayv5UEvOEPWed, 01 Apr 2026 21:47:44 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA new "dirty" soda and sub shop has opened in downtown Crystal Lake, complete with a theme that transports customers back to the 1990s, with an emphasis on grunge, rock and rap music that defined the era.212false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-new-holiday-tree-for-crystal-lake-with-deep-roots--71050207artl_Dayv5UEX3jPWed, 01 Apr 2026 18:56:39 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCrystal Lake’s downtown Depot Park is seeing major changes with a multi-million-dollar renovation that includes a new holiday tree that pays homage to a distinguished family name with deep Crystal Lake roots.170false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oliver-managing-constant-state-of-grief-can-be-difficult-for-dementia-caregivers--71049485artl_DKJpZtRXNNPWed, 01 Apr 2026 17:00:10 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCaregiving can be physically demanding. However, even more challenging can be managing the emotions that go with caregiving, particularly for those whose loved ones have Alzheimer's disease or a related dementia.209false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/richmond-burton-s-maddie-seyller-harvard-s-julie-silva-net-hat-tricks-tuesday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--71035215artl_6PEgDS6Z9nKWed, 01 Apr 2026 02:28:45 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkRichmond-Burton's Maddie Seyller and Harvard's Julie Silva recorded hat tricks in girls soccer wins, Crystal Lake South's Drake Lenckus became the school's career points leader in boys lacrosse, and more in Tuesday's roundup.238false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/abraham-quinn-evan-mcmahon-spark-crystal-lake-central-in-loss-to-antioch--71035220artl_NKZGXcqxpxaWed, 01 Apr 2026 01:44:29 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAbraham Quinn scored three goals with one assist, while Evan McMahon added two fourth-quarter goals as Crystal Lake Central finished strong during its 9-5 loss to Antioch in nonconference boys lacrosse action Tuesday evening.213false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/northwest-herald-thank-you-everyday-heroes-contest-2026--71033089artl_mabyJHNlYOKTue, 31 Mar 2026 22:21:19 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkNorthwest Herald Thank you, Everyday Heroes Contest 202645false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kane-county-jail-release-denied-for-man-officials-say-hid-inside-huntley-home-with-knife-in-wait-to-kill--71029992artl_xQ1ykHr3BVQTue, 31 Mar 2026 21:08:15 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA man facing an attempted first-degree murder charge has been denied pretrial release from Kane County jail after authorities say he entered a home in Huntley and waited to confront the homeowner with a knife.99false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aj-freund-timeline-boy-from-crystal-lake-goes-missing-is-found-dead-and-fallout-remains-7-years-on--71029993artl_6PGkeH3LoYPTue, 31 Mar 2026 19:42:55 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe body of 5-year-old AJ Freund of Crystal Lake was found in 2019. This timeline runs from his parents' troubles before his death to when he was first reported missing to the convictions of his parents and a DCFS worker involved in his case.660false7fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-man-accused-of-attacking-woman-in-chicago-parking-garage--71025507artl_xPk5YCXqnpKTue, 31 Mar 2026 17:31:58 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Crystal Lake man has been accused of sexually assaulting a woman in a Chicago parking garage near Millennium Park, police said.84false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/extensive-damage-by-vandals-warmer-temps-have-mchenry-rethinking-ice-rinks--71023940artl_zK3G5cjvelKTue, 31 Mar 2026 16:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMcHenry Parks and Recreation had to pull two ice rinks at Fox Ridge Park early this season due to vandalism. Now their return is uncertain.179false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/conviction-of-dcfs-case-worker-in-death-of-crystal-lake-s-aj-freund-upheld-by-appeals-court--71023928artl_gaN16t2wooKTue, 31 Mar 2026 15:18:51 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe conviction and sentencing of a DCFS case worker – accused of not protecting a 5-year-old Crystal Lake boy from his abusive mother, who eventually killed him – was upheld by an appellate court.328false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/after-wrong-fuel-snafu-causes-six-figure-repair-bill-lake-in-the-hills-gets-new-supplier--71016744artl_1Po8xt6ng2QTue, 31 Mar 2026 09:00:06 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLake in the Hills has a new fuel supplier, weeks after the village was left with a repair bill of over $300,000 after officials said its former vendor mistakenly put hundreds of gallons of unleaded gasoline in diesel tanks of public work trucks.126false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-south-baseball-slams-woodstock-northwest-herald-monday-roundup--71012148artl_1Kxw7fBYM4QTue, 31 Mar 2026 02:40:22 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkNick Stowasser and Jackson Lee hit grand slams, and Crystal Lake South's baseball team beat Woodstock to remain undefeated. Plus, more baseball, softball, girls soccer, boys tennis in Monday's Northwest Herald roundup.314false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brady-bauer-homers-kaden-norman-cruises-in-cary-grove-s-win-against-woodstock-north--71012153artl_NKZGXcqRGpaTue, 31 Mar 2026 02:18:11 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCary-Grove pitcher Kaden Norman held Woodstock North to one run over five innings, while catcher Brady Bauer's two-run homer sparked a nine-run seventh inning as the Trojans cruised over the Thunder 16-1 in nonconference baseball action Monday night.209false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/megan-kuiper-comes-out-firing-strikes-out-20-in-woodstock-s-season-opening-win--71011407artl_NKZGXcqRJ3aTue, 31 Mar 2026 02:10:31 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWoodstock sophomore Megan Kuiper carried a no-hitter into the seventh inning and struck out 20 while adding a three-run triple at the plate in a 6-0 season-opening win over Round Lake on Monday.260false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2-on-motorcycle-injured-in-crash-with-car-near-richmond-that-shut-down-route-12--71008395artl_wQWylHbl0daMon, 30 Mar 2026 22:14:20 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkTwo people on a motorcycle were injured in a crash that shut down a portion of Route 12 near the Illinois and Wisconsin border Sunday afternoon, officials report.102false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/woodstock-man-charged-after-online-sting-operation-gets-jail-time-for-indecent-solicitation--71006583artl_BaYyLHMoO6aMon, 30 Mar 2026 20:19:59 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Woodstock man pleaded guilty to indecent solicitation after authorities said he made plans to meet up with someone he thought was a young girl.124false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/easter-egg-hunt-hosted-by-algonquin-scouts-makes-holiday-magic-for-those-with-special-needs--71006582artl_6PEgDS6JzRKMon, 30 Mar 2026 20:07:54 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkDozens of families with special needs children and adults searched for colorful Easter eggs stuffed with candy and stickers Saturday in Algonquin.76false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/after-long-delay-woodstock-s-major-route-47-roadwork-set-to-start-this-week--71006574artl_8Kw5rClArEPMon, 30 Mar 2026 20:00:45 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe long-awaited – and long-delayed – Route 47 widening is finally coming to Woodstock.115false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rosters-announced-for-22nd-mchenry-county-area-all-star-basketball-extravaganza--71005465artl_xPk5YCXXldKMon, 30 Mar 2026 18:32:06 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkSix 1,000-career point scorers will headline the 22nd McHenry County Area All-Star Basketball Extravaganza, set for Sunday, April 12 at Alden-Hebron’s Tigard Gymnasium.240false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/melrose-park-man-charged-with-attempted-murder-burglary-in-huntley-incident--70981207artl_WKBBEir610KSun, 29 Mar 2026 19:12:42 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkPolice said Melrose Park man was waiting inside a Huntley home with knife99false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fire-destroys-pickup-truck-trailer-and-contents-saturday-near-marengo--70980343artl_AKz7lTqbVXaSun, 29 Mar 2026 17:32:59 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA fire outside of Marengo Saturday destroyed a pickup truck, the trailer it was towing, and the trailer's contents.86false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/as-pressure-from-residents-mount-wonder-lake-aims-to-assure-its-hydrants-are-fine--70978249artl_9aLpxtw5B1aSun, 29 Mar 2026 16:20:52 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWonder Lake tested hydrants inside the Stonewater subdivision after a fire, a letter from the fire district and online comments brought them into question.268false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/teen-missing-from-huntley-has-been-located--70978250artl_DPOm2ukZvyKSun, 29 Mar 2026 16:17:37 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA 15-year-old Huntley girl has been reunited with her family after she was reported missing. from the village, who was last seen Friday night.53false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/northwestern-medicine-steps-up-support-for-crystal-lake-community-health-clinic-as-insurance-costs-soar--70974104artl_2QdBkinEyzaSun, 29 Mar 2026 11:55:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Crystal Lake-based nonprofit medical clinic is seeing a surge of clients as health insurance costs skyrocket, leaving many to go without health insurance altogether.272false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cary-grove-s-logan-abrams-wins-shot-put-title-at-illinois-top-times-saturday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--70966237artl_7Q5y4HYn60QSun, 29 Mar 2026 02:00:24 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCary-Grove's Logan Abrams won the Class 3A shot put title at the Illinois Top Times Championships, Burlington Central's LaRaiya Cunningham was runner-up in the 3A long jump, and plenty more in Saturday's Northwest Herald sports roundup.279false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/illinois-powers-its-way-to-its-first-final-four-in-21-years-beating-iowa-71-59--70965641artl_1Po8xt63bVQSun, 29 Mar 2026 00:55:09 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFreshman Keaton Wagler scored 25 points and Illinois ended Iowa’s underdog March Madness run by dominating in the frontcourt, beating the Hawkeyes 71-59 to advance to the Final Four for the first time since 2005.104false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/poetry-panel-set-for-sunday-in-crystal-lake--70963231artl_VaRgzSZb7ePSat, 28 Mar 2026 23:09:29 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA poetry panel is scheduled for Sunday, at the Raue Center for the Arts in Crystal Lake.134false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/no-kings-rallies-held-across-mchenry-county--70962498artl_wQ0gGSY7XjPSat, 28 Mar 2026 21:14:53 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkNo Kings rallies took place Saturday across McHenry County, protesting the policies of the Trump administration.211false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/photos-no-kings-rally-held-in-mchenry--70962505artl_JKV25sLkJ2KSat, 28 Mar 2026 20:37:47 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkDemonstrators protested the policies of President Donald Trump at a No Kings rally Saturday in McHenry.31false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/huntley-police-searching-for-missing-teen--70961706artl_xQ1ykHrdOOQSat, 28 Mar 2026 19:58:34 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Huntley Police Department is searching for Emilia Rechsteiner, a missing 15-year-old girl from the village, who was last seen Friday night.94false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/route-120-blocked-by-semitruck-rollover--70960410artl_MK4ylH7lGZaSat, 28 Mar 2026 18:54:35 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA semitruck rolled over Saturday, March 28, 2026, on Route 120 between Fleming and Thompson roads in unincorporated Woodstock.94false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-chamber-foundation-announces-gem-leadership-awards-recipients-celebration-april-23--70960407artl_7Q5y4HY4gOQSat, 28 Mar 2026 18:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Crystal Lake Chamber Foundation has announced plans for its 13th annual GEM Leadership Celebration and the winners of its GEM Leadership awards.135false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-man-not-guilty-by-reason-of-insanity-in-slashing-of-relative--70957390artl_eQjyeHBgxLPSat, 28 Mar 2026 15:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA judge ruled has ruled that a McHenry man is not guilty by reason of insanity for slashing a relative in the face and head with a knife.122false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/person-flown-from-johnsburg-high-grounds-in-medical-helicopter--70955252artl_1Pn5bC6WpEaSat, 28 Mar 2026 13:13:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA person was flown to a hospital by a medical helicopter late Friday following an incident at Johnsburg High School.55false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/trump-themed-shop-on-hiatus-in-new-crystal-lake-spot-owner-says-sales-slowed-since-iran-war--70952602artl_nP9zWieqL7QSat, 28 Mar 2026 10:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Trump and Truth Store, which moved to Crystal Lake following an eviction from the shop’s previous location in Huntley, is shutting its doors, at least temporarily.224false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-northwest-herald-boys-basketball-coach-of-the-year-johnsburg-s-mike-toussaint--70952598artl_1PXy4HbN3zQSat, 28 Mar 2026 10:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkToussaints brought heat to McHenry County hoops this winter. Johnsburg coach Mike Toussaint is the Northwest Herald Boys Basketball Coach of the Year after leading the Skyhawks to a sectional title. His nephew Trey shined at guard. Nieces Summer and...331false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-northwest-herald-boys-basketball-player-of-the-year-crystal-lake-south-s-carson-trivellini--70952603artl_Dayv5UgkqgPSat, 28 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCrystal Lake South junior Carson Trivellini already has won five regional titles in baseball and basketball but isn't satisfied. The guard averaged 18.1 points this season in leading South to a sectional final. He is the 2026 Northwest Herald Boys...331false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/boys-basketball-2026-northwest-herald-all-area-team--70952599artl_2QdBkin1MjaSat, 28 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMeet the 2026 Northwest Herald All-Area boys basketball team.263false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/huntley-baseball-team-shuts-out-marian-central-friday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--70945925artl_6PEgDS6Ob4KSat, 28 Mar 2026 02:25:28 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHuntley baseball shut out Marian Central, Hampshire baseball picked up a win over Rockford Guilford and Marian Central softball scored a nonconference victory against Rockford Auburn.142false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/liam-schultz-homers-twice-notches-three-hits-as-burlington-central-falls-to-barrington--70943471artl_JK62LsvRxWKSat, 28 Mar 2026 00:00:21 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBurlington Central slugger Liam Schultz homered twice and finished 3 for 4 with a bunt single to lead the Rockets during their 8-3 loss to Barrington in nonconference baseball action Friday afternoon.215false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/with-4th-dui-case-pending-huntley-man-bribed-official-not-to-report-positive-urine-test-prosecutors-say--70938496artl_gaN16t2DB9KFri, 27 Mar 2026 19:44:07 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Huntley man has pleaded guilty to bribing a court-appointed employee not to report that he had tested positive for alcohol in a urine test.126false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-man-in-federal-prison-for-8m-scheme-has-local-trial-delayed-again--70936658artl_eQjyeHBeOoPFri, 27 Mar 2026 19:02:57 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe McHenry County trial has again been delayed for a Crystal Lake man accused of bilking a local veterans’ group – and who is now in federal prison term for an $8 million Ponzi scheme.197false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/car-crashes-into-woodstock-home-lands-inches-from-where-resident-sat--70930111artl_VaRgzSZ6MqPFri, 27 Mar 2026 15:06:18 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkNo injuries were reported after a car crashed into a Woodstock home Thursday night, crashing “within inches” of where the resident of the home was sitting, officials report.69false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/girls-basketball-2026-northwest-herald-all-area-team--70922323artl_2QdBkinJnxaFri, 27 Mar 2026 10:00:07 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMeet the 2026 Northwest Herald All-Area girls basketball team.225false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-northwest-herald-girls-basketball-coach-of-the-year-johnsburg-s-erin-stochl--70922328artl_wQ0gGSY9Y5PFri, 27 Mar 2026 10:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJohnsburg's Erin Stochl led the Skyhawks to a school-record 34 straight wins to start the season, the team's first conference championship since 2017 and first regional title in four years. Stochl is the 2026 Northwest Herald Girls Basketball Coach of...416false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-northwest-herald-girls-basketball-player-of-the-year-johnsburg-s-summer-toussaint--70922334artl_XPvkGH5D58QFri, 27 Mar 2026 10:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJohnsburg sophomore guard Summer Toussaint surpassed 1,000 career points and helped lead the Skyhawks to a program-record 34 wins and their first conference title since 2017. Toussaint is the 2026 Northwest Herald Girls Basketball Player of the Year.338false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cl-south-s-deloach-mauer-combine-for-no-hitter-thursday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--70913212artl_1Pn5bC6JzeaFri, 27 Mar 2026 02:37:30 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkDevin DeLoach and Tanner Mauer combined on a no-hitter in St. Petersburg, Florida, Woodstock North baseball earned its first win, and more in Thursday's roundup.98false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/emma-emricson-scores-twice-huntley-shuts-out-larkin-in-season-opener--70911338artl_NKDzNirD6LPFri, 27 Mar 2026 01:13:39 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAubrey Brown scored early in the first half and Emma Emricson followed with Huntley's final two goals as the Red Raiders took down Larkin 3-0 in their season-opening girls soccer match Wednesday evening.199false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/7-acres-burn-in-brush-fire-in-prairie-grove--70911337artl_6PEgDS6vAjKFri, 27 Mar 2026 01:08:59 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkSeven acres of prairie grass burned in a brush fire Thursday in Prairie Grove.94false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/4-hurt-in-crash-involving-dump-truck-2-other-vehicles-in-barrington-hills--70912281artl_wQ0gGSY3wwPThu, 26 Mar 2026 23:18:21 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFour people were taken to a hospital after a crash involving a dump truck and two passenger vehicles in Barrington Hills Thursday morning that shut down a stretch of Algonquin Road.91false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/4-hurt-in-crash-involving-dump-truck-2-other-vehicles-in-barrington-hills--70909480artl_DPOm2uk0JmKThu, 26 Mar 2026 23:18:21 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFour people were taken to a hospital after a crash involving a dump truck and two passenger vehicles in Barrington Hills Thursday morning that shut down a stretch of Algonquin Road.91false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fire-that-gutted-2-downtown-mchenry-shops-started-from-roofing-torch-caused-2-injuries-official-report--70907333artl_wQ0gGSYbA4PThu, 26 Mar 2026 21:01:44 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA January fire in downtown McHenry that closed the Riverside Bake Shop and Reeses Barkery was accidental and started from torches being used in roofing work, according an investigation.202false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-northwest-herald-boys-wrestling-coach-of-the-year-johnsburg-s-j-d-sylvanus--70893910artl_XPvkGH5R75QThu, 26 Mar 2026 10:00:06 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJohnsburg's J.D. Sylvanus, whose Skyhawks went 15-1 and 7-0 in the KRC to claim the program's first conference championship since 1995, is the 2026 Northwest Herald Boys Wrestling Coach of the Year.304false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-northwest-herald-boys-wrestler-of-the-year-marian-central-s-jimmy-mastny--70894863artl_gaN16t2NzrKThu, 26 Mar 2026 10:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMarian Central's Jimmy Mastny, an Iowa State recruit who went 53-1 and won his third consecutive IHSA individual state championship, is the 2026 Northwest Herald Boys Wrestler of the Year. It's his third straight season winning the honor.228false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/boys-wrestling-2026-northwest-herald-all-area-team--70893937artl_1PXy4HbVm3QThu, 26 Mar 2026 10:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMeet the 2026 Northwest Herald All-Area boys wrestling team.459false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brush-fire-near-holiday-hills-on-wednesday-causes-smoke-plume--70885507artl_DPOm2uk4vdKThu, 26 Mar 2026 02:40:30 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe McHenry Township Fire Protection District responded to a brash and rubbish fire Wednesday near Holiday Hills.99false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/matt-bychowsky-s-gem-leads-crystal-lake-south-past-st-viator-in-florida-wednesday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--70884255artl_mabyJHNXEXKThu, 26 Mar 2026 02:03:53 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMatt Bychowsky pitched a two-hitter, and Crystal Lake South's baseball team beat St. Viator 4-1 to improve to 2-0 in Tampa Bay, Florida. Plus, more baseball, softball results in Wednesday's Northwest Herald roundup.239false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/surgeon-who-treated-woman-after-random-attack-in-mchenry-park-described-litany-of-near-fatal-injuries--70883301artl_6PGkeH3OoxPThu, 26 Mar 2026 00:26:10 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA surgeon who cared for a woman after she was viciously attacked in a McHenry park testified Wednesday that she suffered “significant trauma to her face, head and neck” and nearly died.261false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oliver-covid-19-finally-catches-up-with-this-caregiver-s-household--70879792artl_JagLNU1Vg7PWed, 25 Mar 2026 19:39:35 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAlmost six years to the day that Illinois went into lockdown at the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, the virus finally caught up with the Olivers. As expected, it wasn't worth the wait.218false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-county-college-raises-tuition-after-keeping-it-flat-last-year--70874762artl_6PEgDS6bxAKWed, 25 Mar 2026 16:07:44 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMcHenry County College will raise tuition rates by $5 per credit hour starting in the fall semester.155false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-county-judge-sends-gurnee-man-to-prison-for-cocaine-possession--70874763artl_AKz7lTqdVnaWed, 25 Mar 2026 14:46:06 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Gurnee man got a six-year sentence after pleading guilty to cocaine possession in McHenry County after initially being charged with intent to sell cocaine and fentanyl.50false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gavin-piekos-swats-homer-for-prairie-ridge-in-win-over-palatine-tuesday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--70873788artl_JKV25sL54kKWed, 25 Mar 2026 13:32:55 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkGavin Piekos hit a home run and drove in three runs in Prairie Ridge baseball's win over Palatine, Ryan Koltz had a homer for Cary-Grove baseball in a win, Marian Central softball cruised to a nonconference win, and more in Tuesday's roundup.232false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-northwest-herald-girls-wrestling-coach-of-the-year-hampshire-s-matt-todd--70870112artl_1Pn5bC67vjaWed, 25 Mar 2026 10:00:06 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHampshire's Matt Todd, whose Whip-Purs brought home four state medals and won McHenry County's first team state girls wrestling championship, is the 2026 Northwest Herald Girls Wrestling Coach of the Year.275false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-northwest-herald-girls-wrestler-of-the-year-huntley-s-janiah-slaughter--70870113artl_eQjyeHBZA2PWed, 25 Mar 2026 10:00:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHuntley senior Janiah Slaughter, who went 37-2 and became the first girls wrestler in McHenry County to win an IHSA individual state championship, is the 2026 Northwest Herald Girls Wrestler of the Year.282false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/girls-wrestling-2026-northwest-herald-all-area-team--70870114artl_2QdBkinW25aWed, 25 Mar 2026 10:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMeet the 2026 Northwest Herald All-Area girls wrestling team.397false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/emmerson-falk-mei-shirokawa-shine-as-burlington-central-takes-down-sycamore--70862808artl_nP9zWiem2xQWed, 25 Mar 2026 00:55:21 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkEmmerson Falk and Mei Shirokawa combined for eight hits, six runs and five RBIs as Burlington Central, which scored seven runs in the third inning, took down Sycamore 13-8 in nonconference softball action Tuesday evening.242false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2-people-injured-in-house-fire-hear-mchenry--70862261artl_Dayv5UgOEZPWed, 25 Mar 2026 00:09:37 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA home near McHenry was damaged in a fire Tuesday, and two people were taken to the hospital with injuries.94false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2-people-injured-in-house-fire-hear-mchenry--70861628artl_damyZHyEGoaWed, 25 Mar 2026 00:09:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA home near McHenry was damaged in a fire Tuesday.94false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/almost-freezing-for-a-reason-more-than-150-take-the-polar-plunge-in-fox-lake--70862807artl_ya2V7sxAo1aTue, 24 Mar 2026 23:48:46 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMore than 150 swimmers braved cold water and gusting winds Sunday to raise money for Special Olympics Illinois at the Fox Lake Polar Plunge.135false5fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/almost-freezing-for-a-reason-more-than-150-take-the-polar-plunge-in-fox-lake--70862266artl_2QdBkin4jOaTue, 24 Mar 2026 23:48:46 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMore than 150 swimmers braved cold water and gusting winds Sunday to raise money for Special Olympics Illinois at the Fox Lake Polar Plunge.135false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/joey-lengle-s-walk-off-walk-lifts-huntley-past-fremd-in-9-innings--70862264artl_nP9zWiemAZQTue, 24 Mar 2026 23:39:44 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJoey Lengle drew a bases-loaded walk with two out in the bottom of the ninth inning, lifting Huntley to a come-from-behind, 8-7 win over Fremd in a nonconference baseball game Tuesday.226false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/johnsburg-man-charged-with-homicide-in-crash-that-killed-his-girlfriend-in-wisconsin-police--70861627artl_nP9zWiemqDQTue, 24 Mar 2026 23:01:30 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Johnsburg man is facing a homicide charge after authorities say he caused a crash that killed his girlfriend while he was intoxicated.128false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/person-hit-by-car-at-fish-pantry-in-johnsburg-during-food-pickup--70860252artl_XQlJkFAwgNaTue, 24 Mar 2026 20:38:08 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkOne person was transported with reportedly minor injuries in a car lineup mishap Tuesday at the FISH Pantry in Johnsburg90false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/with-queen-of-hearts-success-mchenry-vfw-hall-to-get-expanded-kitchen--70857188artl_GK70XTLlOoaTue, 24 Mar 2026 18:02:05 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe McHenry VFW is moving and expanding its kitchen using funds raised by its Queen of Hearts drawing – now at over $500,000.237false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/man-allegedly-tells-crystal-lake-police-he-drank-a-ton-is-charged-with-5th-dui-after-traffic-stop--70857180artl_BaYyLHMW5maTue, 24 Mar 2026 17:54:49 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Crystal Lake man with four past DUI violations is now accused of a fifth and allegedly told officers during a traffic stop that he “had drank a ... ton.”128false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-baseball-team-scores-win-over-warren-township-monday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--70843312artl_GK70XTLNVAaTue, 24 Mar 2026 02:48:50 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMcHenry, Crystal Lake South, Hampshire and Richmond-Burton's baseball teams all picked up nonconference victories. Burlington Central softball fell to Belvidere and Hampshire girls soccer shut out Jefferson.223false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/driver-sues-over-cary-police-pursuit-that-led-to-crash-serious-injuries--70841635artl_7Q5y4HYJN5QTue, 24 Mar 2026 00:03:58 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA lawsuit was filed against the Cary police for engaging in a police pursuit that resulted in a crash, permanently injuring a man last year in Crystal Lake.276false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/elijah-malachi-bell-to-join-dad-at-marian-central--70840375artl_JK62LsvdgnKMon, 23 Mar 2026 21:48:07 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkElijah and Malachi Bell are on the move after earning All-Fox Valley Conference honors for Jacobs' basketball team this winter. The brothers plan to transfer to Marian Central, where they will play for their dad, Lafeyette, who's the boys head coach.277false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fox-lake-police-welcome-k9-officer-yogi--70839641artl_XQlJkFA0g1aMon, 23 Mar 2026 20:13:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Fox Lake Police Department has announced the addition of K9 Officer Yogi to its ranks.141false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beloved-cary-grove-musical-director-to-retire-after-33-year-career--70839640artl_qap4wU2moXaMon, 23 Mar 2026 20:09:14 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFor over 30 years, Cary-Grove High School has been renowned for its musicals and performing arts under the direction of Rob Boncosky, who is retiring at the end of this school year.288false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-county-stem-robotics-team-reaches-world-competition-for-3rd-straight-year--70828447artl_7PABnilwV2QMon, 23 Mar 2026 11:06:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Golden Ratio, a McHenry County-based robotics team for high school students, are Houston-bound in April after qualifying to compete in an international competition for a third consecutive time.226false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/want-the-sidewalk-in-front-of-your-home-fixed-woodstock-proposes-cost-sharing-program--70817708artl_GK70XTLWBYaSun, 22 Mar 2026 20:41:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWoodstock is considering a city cost-sharing sidewalk repair program. But questions remain over how much property owners should pay for the program.391false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-riverwalk-foundation-seeks-contributions-to-mural-to-mark-us-250th-birthday--70815320artl_1PXy4Hbj2rQSun, 22 Mar 2026 16:38:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe McHenry Riverwalk Foundation is asking for resident help on the country's 250th birthday mural project.249false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/antioch-man-who-hid-gun-in-squad-car-in-mchenry-gets-20-years-in-prison-for-weapon-drug-offenses--70813092artl_JKV25sL09JKSun, 22 Mar 2026 13:49:57 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Lake County felon was sentenced Friday to 20 years in prison for unlawfully possessing a pistol and illicit drugs found during a traffic stop in McHenry.273false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/woodstock-mom-continues-random-acts-of-kindness-with-bowling-fundraiser-in-honor-of-late-son--70812494artl_1Po8xt68vXQSun, 22 Mar 2026 12:45:15 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWoodstock resident Diane Brokaw is starting her new fundraising chapter next month in honor of her son, Zach, who died in a car crash at age 20 after falling asleep behind the wheel.213false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/man-behind-false-bomb-threat-to-huntley-high-prison-bound-again-for-insulting-contact-with-nurse--70812495artl_9QemEuRL3BQSun, 22 Mar 2026 12:26:17 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Woodstock man who was convicted in 2024 of threatening to bomb Huntley High School has been sentenced to three years in prison for battery of a nurse authorities said he touched in an "insulting" manner.147false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-council-split-on-car-wash-pitch-on-where-retail-was-planned--70810178artl_gaN16t2qO8KSun, 22 Mar 2026 09:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe McHenry City Council has weighed in on an early proposal for a car wash in an area that had been planned as a retail center.181false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/i-90-ramp-connecting-to-route-31-to-be-closed-for-months-for-construction-upgrades--70802437artl_gaN16t1rpnKSat, 21 Mar 2026 20:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA ramp connecting the Jane Addams Memorial Tollway to Route 31 will be closed for toll plaza improvements starting Sunday and is expected to last through the summer.172false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-based-follett-content-puts-new-focus-on-public-libraries--70801834artl_6PGkeHEyO3PSat, 21 Mar 2026 19:05:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFollett Content of McHenry has announced the next step in its growth strategy, and it has to do with public libraries.87false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/officials-warn-of-scam-demanding-payment-for-cook-county-traffic-violations-through-qr-code--70800602artl_nP9zWil45LQSat, 21 Mar 2026 17:20:12 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Cook County Clerk’s office and multiple police departments are warning residents of a scam circulating that falsely claims a court order requiring payment for traffic violations.148false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/abalabix-books-of-crystal-lake-reeses-barkery-of-mchenry-awarded-10k-small-business-grants--70799972artl_8Kw5rCkNv6PSat, 21 Mar 2026 16:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAbalabix Books of Crystal Lake and Reeses Barkery and Pawtique in McHenry received $10,000 Backing Small Business Enhancement Grants - the latter before a fire that gutted its shop.160false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/car-crashes-through-guardrail-and-into-marsh-near-woodstock--70798072artl_wQWylHgVn8aSat, 21 Mar 2026 12:29:43 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA driver suffered minor injuries after crashing his car into a marsh Thursday afternoon near Woodstock, officials report.78false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/casa-of-mchenry-county-volunteers-have-advocated-for-most-vulnerable-kids-for-20-years--70798073artl_DKJpZtDGyRPSat, 21 Mar 2026 12:21:43 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCASA of McHenry County, whose volunteers work as court-appointed special advocates for children in the foster care and court systems, has marked 20 years of work on behalf of kids in need.339false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/election-curiosities-what-you-might-have-missed-from-the-primary-in-mchenry-county--70796460artl_GK70XT7pgAaSat, 21 Mar 2026 10:15:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAs McHenry County continues to digest the results – many still unofficial – of this year’s primary election, here are some oddities that flew under the radar this week.397false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-northwest-herald-boys-lacrosse-preview-capsules--70796462artl_zPrG2c81JWQSat, 21 Mar 2026 10:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe 2026 boys lacrosse season is underway. Here are this year's season preview capsules for McHenry County area teams.586false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/northwest-herald-boys-lacrosse-preview-5-to-watch-in-2026--70796461artl_JKV25s6v83KSat, 21 Mar 2026 10:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe 2026 boys lacrosse season is officially underway. Here are five players to watch in the McHenry County area.153false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/johnsburg-huntley-baseball-win-season-openers-friday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--70792214artl_wQWylHg4kJaSat, 21 Mar 2026 03:43:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Johnsburg and Huntley baseball teams both opened their seasons with a wins, and McHenry's softball team did the same. Plus, more in Friday's Northwest Herald roundup.251false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oskar-freund-mason-klimek-deliver-clutch-hits-as-cary-grove-rallies-over-fremd--70791039artl_eQjyeH9opOPSat, 21 Mar 2026 01:48:12 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkOskar Freund and Mason Klimek delivered clutch hits in the seventh inning, Dylan Dumele struck out three batters to earn the save and Cary-Grove rallied to beat Fremd 3-2 in its season-opening baseball game Friday evening.267false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oli-victorine-crystal-lake-central-look-sharp-in-season-opening-win--70791038artl_maqp6tNB3YKSat, 21 Mar 2026 01:09:47 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCrystal Lake Central junior Oli Victorine struck out 16 batters in a shutout, and sophomore Harper Wright collected a pair of two-out RBI hits to lift the Tigers to a 2-0 season-opening win over Wauconda on Friday.295false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/steve-raethz-steps-down-after-27-seasons-as-huntley-girls-basketball-coach--70786987artl_MK4ylHzOOVaFri, 20 Mar 2026 20:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHuntley girls basketball coach Steve Raethz is stepping down after 27 seasons and 505 career wins with the Red Raiders.420false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/man-accused-of-starting-fire-at-crystal-lake-motel-gets-probation--70786102artl_1PXy4HXOrGQFri, 20 Mar 2026 18:21:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA man pleaded guilty Thursday to attempted aggravated arson in connection with a fire he started in a Crystal Lake motel room.163false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-county-faces-2-more-lawsuits-over-rejected-solar-farms--70784344artl_6a84OU30eAaFri, 20 Mar 2026 17:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWeeks after McHenry County was sued for turning down a pair of solar farms in December, two more solar developers who were denied that night also have filed lawsuits against the county.274false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/woodstock-short-term-rentals-like-airbnbs-might-have-to-start-paying-hotel-motel-tax--70780243artl_qap4wU4nvDaFri, 20 Mar 2026 13:44:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWoodstock wants to make sure its 5% hotel-motel tax applies to short-term vacation rentals in town operated through sites like Airbnb.312false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/marengo-woman-pleads-guilty-to-5th-dui-with-6th-dui-case-pending--70780239artl_NKZGXcLR0vaFri, 20 Mar 2026 13:18:06 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Marengo woman has pleaded guilty to driving drunk a fifth time and was sentenced to prison, but still has another DUI case pending.279false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-northwest-herald-girls-lacrosse-preview-capsules--70777416artl_JagLNUrgWrPFri, 20 Mar 2026 10:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe 2026 girls lacrosse season is underway. Here are this year's season preview capsules for area teams.304false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/northwest-herald-girls-lacrosse-preview-5-to-watch-in-2026--70777417artl_zK3G5cp5xnKFri, 20 Mar 2026 10:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe 2026 girls lacrosse season is officially underway. Here are five players to watch in the McHenry County area.159false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/richmond-burton-girls-soccer-clc-co-op-girls-lacrosse-win-openers-thursday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--70771170artl_xQ1ykH2rD5QFri, 20 Mar 2026 02:10:51 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkRichmond-Burton girls soccer and Crystal Lake Central co-op girls lacrosse earned season-opening wins Thursday. And more in the Northwest Herald roundup.83false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/woman-jailed-over-alleged-threats-to-mchenry-county-state-s-attorney-on-facebook--70769599artl_2QdBkijnkeaThu, 19 Mar 2026 23:40:06 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Lake in the Hills woman accused of posting threats against McHenry County State’s Attorney Randi Freese on Facebook was denied pretrial release Thursday from the county jail.173false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wonder-lake-man-pleads-guilty-to-selling-fatal-mdma-to-woodstock-north-teen-missed-beyond-words--70767490artl_kPMvwURRZOQThu, 19 Mar 2026 22:51:45 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Wonder Lake woman said he didn't think the sentence was fair that was handed down to the man who sold a fatal dose of MDMA to her son, a Woodstock North student who died at 17.239false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/woodstock-s-max-beard-to-transfer-to-prep-school--70764270artl_JK62Lsrr34KThu, 19 Mar 2026 19:40:23 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWoodstock junior basketball player Max Beard announced this week that he will be transferring to Darrow School in New York. The 6-foot-4 guard averaged 16 points and 6 rebounds a game this season in leading the Blue Streaks to the Kishwaukee River...320false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/at-least-3-new-faces-poised-to-join-mchenry-county-board-after-2-gop-incumbents-lose-primaries--70762110artl_NKDzNiJJ66PThu, 19 Mar 2026 18:25:59 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAt least three new members are poised to join the McHenry County Board later this year after two incumbents are trailing in their reelection bids in the Republican primary election.384false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/northwest-herald-boys-tennis-preview-5-to-watch-in-2026--70743486artl_eQjyeH9bxLPThu, 19 Mar 2026 10:00:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe boys tennis season is already underway. Here are five players to watch in the McHenry County area in 2026.113false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-northwest-herald-boys-tennis-preview-capsules--70743487artl_qap4wU4RX9aThu, 19 Mar 2026 10:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe high school boys tennis season is already underway. Check out our team-by-team preview with top returners, newcomers and info on each local team in the McHenry County area for the 2026 season.840false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-south-boys-lacrosse-moves-to-2-0-wednesday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--70731189artl_zK3G5cpkoYKThu, 19 Mar 2026 02:44:56 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkDrake Lenckus tallied five goals and two assists as Crystal Lake South's boys lacrosse team improved to 2-0 with a win over Batavia on Wednesday.45false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/state-endangered-northern-harrier-rehabbed-by-mchenry-county-conservation-district--70728484artl_AKz7lT1XReaWed, 18 Mar 2026 22:15:49 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA state-endangered bird of prey got a second chance at life after the McHenry County Conservation District stepped in to help him recover from a concussion earlier this month.172false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-election-judge-dies-at-the-polls-stalwart-patriot--70723745artl_JKV25s63OXKWed, 18 Mar 2026 18:31:53 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA McHenry man working as an election judge died while working the polls Tuesday night in McCullom Lake, officials report.244false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oliver-weird-power-outage-proves-to-be-example-of-good-customer-service--70722593artl_zPrG2c8GE7QWed, 18 Mar 2026 16:54:46 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHow reliant are we on electricity? Well, the Oliver homestead found out when half the power in the house went out on a Friday night.243false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-county-basketball-players-earn-2026-ibca-all-state-honors--70721734artl_1Pn5bCA3ZBaWed, 18 Mar 2026 16:11:46 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkTen McHenry County basketball players, six girls and four boys, received IBCA All-State honors for the 2025-26 season. Johnsburg's Summer Toussaint received first-team honors in Class 2A.105false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-northwest-herald-girls-soccer-preview-capsules--70715826artl_kPMvwUR39yQWed, 18 Mar 2026 10:00:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe 2026 girls soccer season is already underway. Here are this year's preview capsules for each area team.993false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/northwest-herald-girls-soccer-preview-5-to-watch-in-2026--70714952artl_JagLNUrO4rPWed, 18 Mar 2026 10:00:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe 2026 girls soccer season is underway. Here are five players to watch in McHenry County this spring.141false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/peterson-appears-headed-toward-rematch-with-mclaughlin-in-november-for-52nd-house-seat--70710250artl_ya2V7smGRgaWed, 18 Mar 2026 04:22:07 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkDemocrat Maria Peterson appears headed for a rematch with her previous opponent in the race for the 52nd state representative district.140false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/peterson-appears-headed-toward-rematch-with-mclaughlin-in-november-for-52nd-house-seat--70709309artl_nP9zWilqBlQWed, 18 Mar 2026 04:22:07 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkDemocrat Maria Peterson appears headed for a rematch with her previous opponent in the race for the 52nd state representative district.140false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/schneider-cruises-in-10th-district-primary--70706644artl_GK70XT7wz7aWed, 18 Mar 2026 01:21:53 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkDemocratic U.S. Rep. Brad Schneider of Highland Park on Tuesday easily fended off a primary challenge from Morgan Coghill.71false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/schneider-cruises-in-10th-district-primary--70706640artl_XQlJkF7rD6aWed, 18 Mar 2026 01:21:53 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkDemocratic U.S. Rep. Brad Schneider of Highland Park on Tuesday easily fended off a primary challenge from Morgan Coghill.71false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/election-2026-what-to-watch-for-in-mchenry-county-as-primary-polls-close--70706650artl_wQWylHg5YpaWed, 18 Mar 2026 00:29:59 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkNow that polls are closed in McHenry County, voters will soon be getting their first chance to see who might be on their ballot in November.370false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/here-are-mchenry-county-s-march-2026-primary-election-results--70705669artl_zK3G5cpAq1KWed, 18 Mar 2026 00:05:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe polls have closed. Here are live March 2026 primary election results for McHenry County. Tallies will be updated as county clerks update their websites.41false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/election-turnout-in-mchenry-county-on-pace-to-match-22-primary-levels--70705672artl_xPk5YC17NeKTue, 17 Mar 2026 23:45:28 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkTurnout in McHenry County’s primary Tuesday is on pace to be around the same levels as the 2022 primary election, McHenry County Clerk Joe Tirio said Tuesday afternoon.253false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cary-man-charged-in-hit-and-run-that-injured-crystal-lake-pedestrian--70705671artl_ya2V7smY9LaTue, 17 Mar 2026 22:50:33 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Cary man is charged with driving under the influence and leaving the scene of a hit-and-run crash that seriously injured a pedestrian near Barrington Monday night, authorities said.94false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cary-man-charged-in-hit-and-run-that-injured-crystal-lake-pedestrian--70704686artl_JKV25s6NmZKTue, 17 Mar 2026 22:50:33 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Cary man is charged with driving under the influence and leaving the scene of a hit-and-run crash that seriously injured a pedestrian near Barrington Monday night, authorities said.94false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/several-chickens-perish-in-backyard-coop-fire-in-woodstock--70689626artl_gaN16t1DxqKTue, 17 Mar 2026 13:24:34 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA backyard chicken coop that caught fire claimed nearly a dozen birds in Woodstock, local officials said.96false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-man-accused-of-entering-hiding-in-woman-s-home-then-punching-her--70688427artl_zPrG2c85YlQTue, 17 Mar 2026 12:59:23 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA McHenry man entered a woman’s home uninvited, hid, then jumped out and punched her, while he was on probation for domestic battery, prosecutors said.251false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/polls-are-open-what-to-know-about-election-day-voting-in-mchenry-county-you-can-still-register-vote-today--70688430artl_9QemEuA9BNQTue, 17 Mar 2026 12:43:23 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkElection Day in McHenry County is Tuesday. Here’s what to know about voting in the primary election - even if you're still not registered.175false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-northwest-herald-baseball-preview-capsules--70685674artl_NKDzNiJER1PTue, 17 Mar 2026 10:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe high school baseball season starts this week. Check out our team-by-team preview with top returners, newcomers and info on each local team in the Northwest Herald area for the 2026 season.1775false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/northwest-herald-baseball-preview-5-to-watch-in-2026--70684336artl_DKJpZtDBG3PTue, 17 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe baseball season starts this week. Check out our five players to watch in the Northwest Herald area for the 2026 season.135false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-shopping-center-with-aldi-kohl-s-sells-for-13-7m--70673534artl_XQlJkF7X2OaTue, 17 Mar 2026 00:22:18 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMcHenry Town Center McHenry, anchored by Aldi and Kohl's, has sold for $13.74 million.149false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/winter-weather-briefly-closes-an-early-voting-location-at-crystal-lake-library--70672727artl_6PEgDS0yeDKMon, 16 Mar 2026 23:38:36 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMcHenry County’s blizzard warning Monday – landing exactly six weeks after Woodstock Willie’s early spring Groundhog Day prognostication – prompted school cancellations and other closures.106false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/letter-why-i-support-marty-mohr-for-mchenry-county-board--70669514artl_gaN16t1j7qKMon, 16 Mar 2026 20:35:07 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMarty Mohr's "entire professional life is built on the skill of spotting a liability while it’s still small and handling it before it becomes an expensive crisis," writes Tammie Johnson of Algonquin in a letter to the editor.125false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/woodstock-horse-rescue-launches-program-to-help-domestic-violence-survivors--70669513artl_ya2V7smzXLaMon, 16 Mar 2026 20:23:57 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWoodstock-based Hooved Animal Humane Society launches program to help domestic violence survivors prevent abuse happening to their horses.233false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/retired-teacher-from-crystal-lake-makes-books-and-toys-charity-an-official-nonprofit--70667809artl_2QdBkijJ8naMon, 16 Mar 2026 20:21:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCrystal Lake-based Read with a Buddy nonprofit continues to grow with more donation boxes and events to spark to love of childhood reading. It was started by a retired teacher.204false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rsv-warning-issued-for-mchenry-county-as-it-spreads-at-high-rate-later-than-usual-this-year--70666569artl_JKV25s6OLZKMon, 16 Mar 2026 19:02:38 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBecause officials say RSV season will extend later than usual this year, the McHenry County Department of Health has issued a warning about it.166false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/letter-plan-commission-chair-s-admonishments-at-gravel-pit-hearing-unnecessary--70658860artl_XPvkGH0M9OQMon, 16 Mar 2026 13:00:38 +0000Shaw Local News Network"Mr. Sheriff’s remarks were by no means always friendly, suggestive, and made in the spirit of counseling, as the word 'admonish' would suggest, William Tammone of Woodstock writes in a letter to the editor.124false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/letter-county-board-s-repeated-tax-increases-signal-need-for-change--70659587artl_2QdBkijRjvaMon, 16 Mar 2026 12:57:02 +0000Shaw Local News Network"People, it’s time for change. We can’t afford to stay on this path-literally. We need to change the players," Anne Blohm of Crystal Lake writes in a letter to the editor.52false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/letter-proposed-scholarship-tax-credit-threatens-church-state-separation-reader-warns--70658856artl_XPvkGH0MpYQMon, 16 Mar 2026 12:56:16 +0000Shaw Local News Network"Our public school system is the bedrock of our democracy and the engine that built this country’s prosperity," Charlie Gorman of Harvard writes in a letter to the editor.119false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/letter-a-counter-protest--70658859artl_nP9zWilrV8QMon, 16 Mar 2026 12:55:39 +0000Shaw Local News Network"Maybe the anti-ICE protesters should think about the families of the victims like Laken Riley, Rachel Morin, Sarah Root, and countless others." Lisa Rode of McHenry writes in a letter to the editor.64false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/letter-have-jb-pritzker-personally-pay-the-cost--70658858artl_6PEgDS03VbKMon, 16 Mar 2026 12:54:58 +0000Shaw Local News Network"I do not support my tax dollars being used for individuals who are in this country illegally—especially those who have committed crimes," Brian Ford of Johnsburg writes in a letter to the editor.100false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/letter-county-clerk-s-handling-of-sample-ballots-pay-increase-questioned--70658854artl_eQjyeH9xbyPMon, 16 Mar 2026 12:54:08 +0000Shaw Local News Network"Mr. Tirio’s behavior in office demonstrates his concern for his self-interests and a lack of accountability to McHenry County residents," Jeanne Newton of Johnsburg writes in a letter to the editor.110false5fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/letter-back-mohr-for-county-board-based-on-fiscal-track-record--70658875artl_MK4ylHzD0RaMon, 16 Mar 2026 12:52:07 +0000Shaw Local News Network"I’ll be voting for Marty Mohr on March 17, and I hope you’ll join me," Suzanne Riley of Marengo writes in a letter to the editor.109false6fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/letter-lauren-underwood-s-record-doesn-t-represent-our-values--70659575artl_DKJpZtDzDBPMon, 16 Mar 2026 12:51:00 +0000Shaw Local News Network"I can say plainly: Lauren Underwood does not represent the values of the people in the northern Illinois counties," Scott Taillet of Lake in the Hills writes in a letter to the editor.116false8fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/letter-thoughts-on-tailgating-and-casinos--70658866artl_Dayv5UrDq9PMon, 16 Mar 2026 12:48:26 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFrom tailgating to tariffs: America's real problems. Suzanne McDonald of Woodstock writes in a letter to the editor.52false7fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/letter-voting-for-trump-then-protesting-his-policies-is-ironic--70658853artl_xQ1ykH2xd6QMon, 16 Mar 2026 12:47:38 +0000Shaw Local News Network"You get what you voted for," Jake Getter of Huntley writes in a letter to the editor.40false8fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/letter-political-follies--70658862artl_8Kw5rCkWjWPMon, 16 Mar 2026 12:45:57 +0000Shaw Local News Network"Remember, your VOTE is summoned in democracy for our America," writes Robert Meale of Crystal Lake in a letter to the editor.105false9fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/letter-marty-mohr-ready-to-be-held-accountable--70659590artl_wQ0gGS6b6DPMon, 16 Mar 2026 12:45:25 +0000Shaw Local News Network"Marty Mohr has been clear about where he stands," writes Stephanie Matysiewski of Marengo in a letter to the editor.72false12fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/car-slides-into-creek-near-harvard-as-blizzard-warning-takes-effect-late-sunday--70653610artl_1Kxw7f1zy3QMon, 16 Mar 2026 03:16:38 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA car carrying a woman and a child slid off the road and into a creek Sunday night near Harvard.94false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-county-school-closings-for-monday-march-16-because-of-blizzard-warning--70653120artl_maqp6tNbWDKMon, 16 Mar 2026 01:53:30 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA blizzard warning in McHenry County has resulted in closings in area school districts.55false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/blizzard-warning-for-mchenry-county-for-late-sunday-monday-shamrocks-the-fox-ends-early--70652740artl_xQ1ykH2AykQMon, 16 Mar 2026 00:13:08 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkRain will turn to snow overnight in McHenry County.295false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/woman-of-distinction-businesswoman-city-council-member-community-supporter-denise-smith--70651807artl_BaYyLH4nGvaSun, 15 Mar 2026 22:17:48 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkDenise Smith is a Crystal Lake City Council member and so much more. And now she's among the 10 current honorees of Shaw Local/Northwest Herald's Women of Distinction Awards.254false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-county-college-s-middle-school-career-quest-opens-young-kids-minds-to-future-careers--70651808artl_8Kw5rCk2k8PSun, 15 Mar 2026 21:44:21 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAbout 1,400 8th grade students from around the county learned about career possibilities Friday at the annual McHenry County College’s Middle School Career Quest.195false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/winter-weather-advisory-for-mchenry-county-scheduled-for-late-sunday-much-of-monday--70649153artl_VaRgzSGnnePSun, 15 Mar 2026 19:02:59 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkRain will turn to snow overnight in McHenry County.225false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/huntley-district-158-kindergarten-registration-now-open--70637486artl_NKZGXcLXEwaSat, 14 Mar 2026 17:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHuntley School District 158 has opened online kindergarten registration for the 2026-27 school year and has a Sneak Peek orientation in April.101false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/baseball-5-storylines-to-watch-in-mchenry-county-in-2026--70637182artl_DPOm2uNd4ZKSat, 14 Mar 2026 15:53:32 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCan McHenry's baseball team repeat last year's success, which included a berth in the Class 4A state title game? The Warriors return several top hitters, including LSU commit Kaden Wasniewski. Which teams will win conference crowns? Here are five...346false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/huntley-softball-wins-season-opener-friday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--70636094artl_JKV25s65RwKSat, 14 Mar 2026 13:32:49 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKeely Fewell and Kendall Wolf each hit three-run home runs for Huntley softball in a season-opening win Friday.67false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mcc-offering-free-tax-preparation-assistance-through-april-15--70635073artl_maqp6tNWG4KSat, 14 Mar 2026 11:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMcHenry County College is hosting free tax assistance and e-filing of federal and state returns for qualified individuals with the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Clinic through April 15.151false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/controversial-battery-storage-plan-near-prairie-grove-could-be-formally-proposed-in-coming-months--70635072artl_damyZHLWn6aSat, 14 Mar 2026 10:15:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA formal battery storage facility proposal could be submitted to Prairie Grove in the coming months. Here's a look at what developers, opponents and the village president have said about it.455false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-northwest-herald-girls-bowler-of-the-year-huntley-s-ashlyn-tenglin--70635070artl_AKz7lT1doJaSat, 14 Mar 2026 10:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHuntley junior Ashlyn Tenglin advanced to state for the first time and rolled to the area's best finish, placing 19th overall. Tenglin is the 2026 Northwest Herald Girls Bowler of the Year.363false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/boys-basketball-2025-26-all-fox-valley-conference-team-announced--70629931artl_1Pn5bCAD48aFri, 13 Mar 2026 22:20:52 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHere is the All-Fox Valley Conference boys basketball team for the 2025-26 season, as selected by coaches.87false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/huntley-chamber-hosts-expo-saturday-with-local-businesses-entertainment-food--70628627artl_NKZGXcL7mmaFri, 13 Mar 2026 18:58:11 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Huntley Area Chamber of Commerce is hosting a free community EXPO Saturday with more than 70 local businesses, food and entertainment.115false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2-injured-in-crash-along-route-14-near-harvard--70628017artl_kPMvwUReBYQFri, 13 Mar 2026 18:17:05 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkTwo drivers were injured, one suffering serious injuries, in a crash Thursday evening along Route 14 near Harvard, officials report.87false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/girls-soccer-5-storylines-to-watch-in-mchenry-county-in-2026--70627445artl_1Pn5bCADqEaFri, 13 Mar 2026 17:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCan Huntley run the table in the FVC once again? Will Woodstock defend its KRC regular season title? With the 2026 girls soccer season approaching, here are five storylines to watch in McHenry County.265false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/high-winds-down-power-lines-close-roads-in-mchenry-county--70626666artl_AKz7lT1ApzaFri, 13 Mar 2026 15:55:24 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBlustery winds are taking their toll on McHenry County roads, with multiple closures reported in the area for downed wires Friday morning.154false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/house-fire-in-crystal-lake-displaces-residents--70625805artl_kPMvwURrXDQFri, 13 Mar 2026 15:02:09 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkResidents of a home in Crystal Lake are displaced from a fire that broke out on the exterior of the house Thursday night, officials report.102false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-northwest-herald-boys-bowler-of-the-year-woodstock-s-max-haggerty--70621160artl_7Q5y4HG2k3QFri, 13 Mar 2026 10:00:06 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWoodstock senior Max Haggerty was named FVC/KRC Boys Bowler of the Year, led the Blue Streaks to a conference title and captured an individual regional title in his final high school season. Haggerty is the 2026 Northwest Herald Boys Bowler of the Year.355false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/marian-central-shuts-out-richmond-burton-thursday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--70616904artl_2QdBkijlJqaFri, 13 Mar 2026 01:45:43 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMarian Central's softball team picked up a shutout win against Richmond-Burton, with Clare Schneck hitting a triple, stealing two bases and driving in three runs.58false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/itasca-man-accused-of-fatally-shooting-wife-near-harvard-will-undergo-psychological-testing--70615888artl_WKBBEivDLxKThu, 12 Mar 2026 23:04:14 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAn Itasca man accused of fatally shooting his wife, then turning the gun on himself near Harvard, will undergo an evaluation by a forensic psychologist, an order in the McHenry County court shows.141false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/boys-basketball-2025-26-all-kishwaukee-river-conference-team-announced--70616212artl_1Pn5bCAwNmaThu, 12 Mar 2026 23:01:17 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJohnsburg senior Jayce Schmitt and Woodstock junior Max Beard were named co-Kishwaukee River Conference Player of the Year. Check out the full All-KRC boys basketball team here, as selected by coaches.79false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/semi-driver-cited-by-state-police-in-deadly-crash-on-i-90-near-huntley--70614656artl_AKz7lT1kG8aThu, 12 Mar 2026 20:27:31 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA 21-year-old woman was killed when police said a semi truck read-ended her vehicle on I-90 near Huntley. The truck driver has been cited and an investigation continues, authorities said.113false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/semi-driver-cited-by-state-police-in-deadly-crash-on-i-90-near-huntley--70614651artl_6PGkeHEm9pPThu, 12 Mar 2026 20:27:31 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA 21-year-old woman was killed when police said a semi truck read-ended her vehicle on I-90 near Huntley. The truck driver has been cited and an investigation continues, authorities said.114false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/coroner-identifies-man-killed-in-fire-in-fox-lake-condo--70612338artl_NKDzNiJBxGPThu, 12 Mar 2026 17:50:33 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe McHenry County Coroner identified a Fox Lake man who had died after being pulled from his condominium that caught fire early Monday morning.116false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-man-accused-of-uploading-sharing-and-soliciting-images-of-child-sex-abuse--70610721artl_eQjyeH9lWLPThu, 12 Mar 2026 15:48:24 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA McHenry man is accused of uploading, sharing and requesting images depicting child sex abuse, some involving children younger than 5, a McHenry County judge said in court Wednesday.174false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/woodstock-food-pantry-plans-move-to-larger-space-as-need-donations-grow-fundraiser-is-sunday--70610723artl_nP9zWilwN2QThu, 12 Mar 2026 14:12:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Woodstock Food Pantry is aiming to move to a much larger space this fall, and plans a fundraiser Sunday, March 15 to help cover the costs.352false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-northwest-herald-boys-swimmer-of-the-year-mchenry-s-robbie-rosenbaum--70608079artl_1PXy4HXG0MQThu, 12 Mar 2026 10:00:07 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMcHenry's Robbie Rosenbaum earned his first two state medals and tied the school's highest placement at state with a fourth-place finish. The Warriors sophomore is the 2026 Northwest Herald Boys Swimmer of the Year.355false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wauconda-officer-took-his-life-heartbreaking-reminder-that-mental-health-struggles-can-affect-anyone--70601838artl_JKV25s68oBKWed, 11 Mar 2026 23:40:44 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWauconda Police Officer Christian Pascente, a 3½-year veteran of the police department who died unexpectedly on Monday, took his own life, his department revealed Wednesday.167false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/woodstock-area-gravel-pit-proposal-that-prompted-backlash-from-residents-is-withdrawn--70601840artl_JagLNUrDJjPWed, 11 Mar 2026 23:26:24 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Woodstock-area gravel pit proposal that received strong opposition from neighbors has been withdrawn.235false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/stryker-disrupted-by-cyber-attacks-global-firm-has-large-operation-in-cary--70601075artl_AKz7lT1vl7aWed, 11 Mar 2026 22:25:27 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA U.S.-based medical equipment supplier with a large operation in Cary experienced a “global network disruption” Wednesday caused by a cyber attack, Stryker officials reported.102false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oliver-beloved-mchenry-eye-doctor-will-be-missed-by-all-who-knew-him--70601076artl_8Kw5rCkDG2PWed, 11 Mar 2026 21:58:48 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLongtime McHenry optometrist Dr. Robert Peterson, affectionately known as Dr. Bob, was one of those people who made the world a brighter place. He will be sorely missed by all of us who knew him.261false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-man-found-not-guilty-of-starving-2-pit-bulls-awaits-trial-on-charges-involving-2-other-dogs--70601071artl_JKV25s6Z6YKWed, 11 Mar 2026 21:21:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA McHenry man has been found not guilty on allegations that he starved Meatball and Karma, two 3-year-old female pit bulls, but he faces additional similar charges.218false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-mchenry-county-boys-soccer-all-star-game-set-for-may-8-in-harvard--70599793artl_2QdBkij8mkaWed, 11 Mar 2026 20:09:17 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkTop senior players from the Fox Valley Conference and Kishwaukee River Conference will compete in the 2026 McHenry County Boys Soccer All-Star Game on May 8. Check out the full rosters here.222false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-family-owned-diner-andy-s-marks-45-years-in-business-thursday--70596530artl_9aLpxtRDRgaWed, 11 Mar 2026 15:50:28 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAndy's Restaurant in Crystal Lake is celebrating its 45th anniversary on Thursday with 45-cent coffee and beverages.216false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/christine-chmiel-strikes-out-16-in-season-opening-win-for-marian-central-tuesday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--70584072artl_9QemEu2vRLQWed, 11 Mar 2026 00:27:46 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMarian Central's Christine Chmiel struck out 16 batters in a season-opening win against Richmond-Burton. And more in Tuesday's roundup.81false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/girls-wrestling-2025-26-all-kishwaukee-river-conference-team-announced--70576532artl_mabyJHwv69KTue, 10 Mar 2026 17:37:18 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHere is the 2025-26 All-Kishwaukee River Conference girls wrestling team, as voted on by KRC coaches.70false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/boys-wrestling-2025-26-all-kishwaukee-river-conference-team-announced--70576533artl_DKJpZt4AWxPTue, 10 Mar 2026 17:34:51 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHere is the 2025-26 All-Kishwaukee River Conference boys wrestling team, as voted on by KRC coaches.143false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/controlled-burn-spreads-damaging-home-in-lake-in-the-hills--70573299artl_Dayv5Up4nBPTue, 10 Mar 2026 15:57:21 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkRoughly four acres were burned and a home damaged in a brush fire in Lake in the Hills that officials said started as a controlled burn.118false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dog-missing-for-over-2-weeks-in-glacial-park-located-by-volunteers-drones--70570411artl_Dayv5Up165PTue, 10 Mar 2026 13:02:58 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFor 18 days, goldendoodle rescue Mia was lost in the 3,400-plus-acre Glacial Park Conservation Area in Ringwood. It took endless dedication from her owners, volunteers, drones and plenty of hope to get her back home safe.243false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brother-of-crystal-lake-teen-at-center-of-unlawful-filming-case-files-suit-over-her-death--70566401artl_qap4wUzEApaTue, 10 Mar 2026 10:26:57 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Crystal Lake teen who was at the center of criminal cases against her mother and stepfather died while their cases were pending. Now her brother is suing a DCFS contractor over her death.263false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/northwest-herald-softball-preview-5-to-watch-in-2026--70567619artl_7Q5y4Hdg9nQTue, 10 Mar 2026 10:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe softball season is already underway. Check out our five softball players to watch in the Northwest Herald area for the 2026 season.154false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-northwest-herald-softball-preview-capsules--70567618artl_damyZHDJzpaTue, 10 Mar 2026 10:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe softball season is already underway. Check out our team-by-team preview with top returners, newcomers and info on each local team in the Northwest Herald area for the 2026 season.1453false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/journey-ends-for-jarrel-albea-johnsburg-in-loss-to-peoria-manual--70561480artl_2QdBki0dxeaTue, 10 Mar 2026 03:53:56 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJohnsburg's best boys basketball season since 2003 ended with a 75-41 loss to Peoria Manual in the Class 2A Sterling Supersectional on Monday night.283false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jacobs-sophomore-skylee-ferrante-delivers-in-season-opening-win-over-marengo--70560812artl_DKJpZt4dpXPTue, 10 Mar 2026 02:45:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkStarting, relieving and showing off her power, Jacobs’ Skylee Ferrante delivered every way in Monday’s season opener against Marengo. The Golden Eagles sophomore hit her first high school homer, struck out 10 and finished off a 12-10 win.293false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/30-acres-burn-in-brush-fire-near-marengo--70558236artl_eQjyeHnrL6PMon, 09 Mar 2026 23:27:22 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkNearly 30 acres of land burned and a small piece of farm machinery was damaged in a brush fire near Marengo Monday afternoon.113false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/man-dies-after-being-pulled-from-burning-home-in-fox-lake--70558257artl_2QdBki0BlyaMon, 09 Mar 2026 22:46:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Fox Lake man died after his condominium caught fire early Monday morning.94false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/man-dies-after-being-pulled-from-burning-home-in-fox-lake--70558251artl_kPMvwUqmWRQMon, 09 Mar 2026 22:46:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Fox Lake man died after his condominium caught fire early Monday morning.94false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fox-lake-couple-charged-after-police-say-boy-found-with-welts-bruises-and-scratches--70555562artl_JagLNUYg8bPMon, 09 Mar 2026 20:36:44 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkTwo Fox Lake residents are charged with child abuse after an 11-year-old child was found with visible wounds and wearing only underwear Friday morning, officials report.153false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/id-of-person-killed-in-huntley-crash-still-pending--70555561artl_zK3G5cn5yvKMon, 09 Mar 2026 19:54:12 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Kane County Sheriff’s Office confirmed a person who died in a crash near Huntley was the driver of a vehicle that caught fire and the only one inside but the person is not yet ID'd.104false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-county-sales-tax-increase-brought-in-more-revenues-than-property-tax-it-replaced-officials-say--70554573artl_ya2V7sR3DzaMon, 09 Mar 2026 17:30:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMcHenry County officials say a sales tax brought in to fund the McHenry county Mental Health Board brought in more revenues than what the board got from property taxes.374false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/marengo-issues-update-on-drinking-water-after-elevated-manganese-detected--70547950artl_GK70XTALWyaMon, 09 Mar 2026 13:05:18 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAfter a water sample tested positive for higher than acceptable levels of manganese in Marengo's drinking water, city officials have provided an update.138false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/reeses-barkery-has-new-leash-on-life-in-mchenry-weeks-after-devastating-fire--70548814artl_9QemEu2RYXQMon, 09 Mar 2026 12:14:32 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkReese Barkery settled in to Pearl Street location, said plans are to rebuild the storefront and neighboring Riverside Bake Shop following Jan. 18, 2026, fire.263false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/new-coffee-drive-thru-coming-to-crystal-lake--70542259artl_7PABniDBYRQSun, 08 Mar 2026 22:31:26 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkOne of the first Northern Illinois Dutch Bros. drive-thru coffee shops will be in Crystal Lake after city council unanimously approved for the business to move into the former Home State Bank.208false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cary-aims-to-ease-traffic-and-concerns-of-neighbors-at-new-development-near-crystal-lake-walmart--70542257artl_mabyJHwnx5KSun, 08 Mar 2026 22:13:43 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe village of Cary is starting discussions on ways traffic can be calmed and mitigated now that a residential road will be connecting to Route 31 for a new mixed-use development.208false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-county-mental-health-board-build-your-village-at-caregiver-conference-march-14--70541806artl_MK4ylHL2JyaSun, 08 Mar 2026 21:46:53 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Caregiver Conference takes place March 14 at McHenry County College offering connection, education, support and self-care, the McHenry County Mental Health Board shares.242false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/1-person-killed-in-single-vehicle-crash-sunday-near-huntley--70539124artl_Dayv5UpdA1PSun, 08 Mar 2026 16:45:40 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkOne person was killed in a single-vehicle crash Sunday near Huntley.68false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-downtown-townhomes-get-nod-completing-project-on-hold-for-30-plus-years--70529914artl_XPvkGHwNJwQSat, 07 Mar 2026 22:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCrystal Lake City Council approved builders to finish out a townhome development in the downtown area that was put on pause for over 30 years.150false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/does-mchenry-have-too-much-gambling-council-member-raises-concern-votes-against-license--70527754artl_ya2V7sRGAXaSat, 07 Mar 2026 17:42:28 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA request for gaming machines at McHenry's Windhill Pancake Parlor became a discussion about how many gambling licenses the city should allow.215false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2nd-man-pleads-guilty-to-theft-by-defrauding-crystal-lake-homeowner-of-4-500--70527746artl_DPOm2uLM5WKSat, 07 Mar 2026 17:35:39 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA second man pleaded guilty to theft by deception in connection with the $4,500 home repair fraud of an elderly Crystal Lake resident.133false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/3rd-dunkin-donuts-gets-nod-in-crystal-lake-after-outpouring-of-community-support--70524321artl_ya2V7sRYblaSat, 07 Mar 2026 11:15:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAfter multiple vote postponements, the Crystal Lake City Council approved a plan for a third Dunkin’ Donuts location in the city.192false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kaneland-outlasts-crystal-lake-south-in-physical-sectional-final--70521844artl_XPvkGHwX04QSat, 07 Mar 2026 05:05:27 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCrystal Lake South's boys basketball team stayed with undefeated Kaneland all night but fell short 51-41 in the championship game of the Class 3A Woodstock North Sectional on Friday.281false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/johnsburg-starts-fast-beats-rockford-lutheran-for-1st-sectional-title-since-2003--70521123artl_VaRgzSwl8VPSat, 07 Mar 2026 04:01:19 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJayce Schmitt drilled four first-half 3-pointers, and Johnsburg outdueled Rockford Lutheran on the boards to beat the Crusaders 68-50 and win the IHSA Class 2A Mendota Sectional championship Friday night.265false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/man-pleads-guilty-in-fight-outside-mchenry-bar-that-left-victim-in-coma-gets-probation-time-served--70516943artl_7Q5y4Hdm6AQFri, 06 Mar 2026 21:39:58 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA man accused of beating another person, stomping on his head and leaving a shoe imprint on his face outside The Vixen in McHenry on New Year's Day has pleaded guilty.168false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cary-grove-boys-basketball-coach-adam-mccloud-steps-down--70515924artl_NKZGXc15y9aFri, 06 Mar 2026 20:57:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAfter leading his alma mater to the Fox Valley Conference championship and 28 wins, Cary-Grove boys basketball coach Adam McCloud has stepped down.259false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tif-shuffle-eyed-in-mchenry-in-hopes-of-spurring-more-redevelopment--70515224artl_XPvkGHwD5NQFri, 06 Mar 2026 19:29:48 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMcHenry this week moved forward on creating two new TIF districts: one for the Richmond Road corridor, and another for Main Street and Route 120 West.245false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-sushi-restaurant-reevaluating-permanent-closure--70514132artl_6a84OUwmOXaFri, 06 Mar 2026 18:31:05 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAfter receiving an outpouring of support from loyal customers in its last week of operation, Tasty Bistro in Crystal Lake is reconsidering permanent closure.127false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/softball-5-storylines-to-watch-in-mchenry-county-in-2026--70506659artl_eQjyeHn083PFri, 06 Mar 2026 11:00:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCan Prairie Ridge top last season's third-place state finish in Class 3A? Who are the teams to beat in the FVC and KRC? Here are five storylines to watch in McHenry County for the 2026 season, which begins Monday.408false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gourmet-coffeeshop-with-breakfast-lunch-items-to-replace-shuttered-burger-king-in-cary--70493518artl_1Kxw7f5moXQThu, 05 Mar 2026 22:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA small business serving coffee, breaking and lunch items – for carry-out and curbside only – will soon be replacing the shuttered Burger King along Route 14 in Cary.145false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/algonquin-restaurant-shuts-down-after-eviction-for-unpaid-rent--70492042artl_maqp6twOZlKThu, 05 Mar 2026 21:08:19 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA McHenry County judge ordered a restaurant in Algonquin to be evicted for nearly $41,000 in unpaid rent.116false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/huntley-to-build-new-fleet-services-facility--70483027artl_XPvkGHwxo6QThu, 05 Mar 2026 12:45:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHuntley officials are building a new facility for servicing the village’s vehicles.185false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/contributions-aplenty-as-crystal-lake-south-rolls-past-sycamore--70472219artl_BaYyLHmxMyaThu, 05 Mar 2026 05:07:12 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLed by Nick Stowasser's 24 points, the Crystal Lake South boys basketball team boasted all five starters in double figures and beat Sycamore 92-73 in a semifinal of the Class 3A Woodstock North Sectional on Wednesday night.313false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/josh-kaunas-sparks-johnsburg-in-ihsa-class-2a-sectional-semifinal-win-over-aurora-christian--70471492artl_6PGkeH9rBwPThu, 05 Mar 2026 04:15:58 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJosh Kaunas drilled a pair of clutch 3-pointers in the fourth quarter as Johnsburg went on a late run to take down Aurora Christian 51-47 during the IHSA Class 2A sectional boys basketball semifinals at Mendota on Wednesday night.268false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rockford-police-officer-accused-of-theft-in-mchenry-county-and-home-repair-fraud-misconduct-in-winnebago--70467360artl_1Po8xt0N3nQThu, 05 Mar 2026 00:25:55 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Rockford police officer is accused of theft and home repair fraud in McHenry and Winnebago counties – “at times” while in his police uniform and driving a squad car, according to Illinois State Police.158false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/woodstock-man-accused-in-beating-of-gas-station-clerk-found-unfit-to-stand-trial--70465285artl_6PGkeH9nVyPWed, 04 Mar 2026 23:24:11 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA man charged with the attack of a Woodstock gas station employee is unfit to stand trial, a licensed psychologist found.160false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/workforce-housing-apartments-debut-aiming-for-affordable-rents-for-people-who-work-in-mchenry-county--70463024artl_nP9zWiAdRvQWed, 04 Mar 2026 23:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkTaylor Place cuts ribbon while telling the stories of people who are living in McHenry's first workforce housing complex272false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/woodstock-route-47-open-house-planned-for-march-18--70460595artl_eQjyeHnJEWPWed, 04 Mar 2026 21:37:11 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Woodstock Route 47 open house has been rescheduled for March 18.143false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nami-launches-free-first-of-its-kind-community-mental-health-hub-in-crystal-lake--70460596artl_1Po8xt0N2wQWed, 04 Mar 2026 21:34:36 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWith the help of a million-dollar anonymous donation, The National Alliance on Mental Illness McHenry County is opening a community hub that provides free mental health assistance.246false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/neighbors-oppose-gas-station-strip-mall-plan-in-lake-in-the-hills--70460597artl_eQjyeHnJlWPWed, 04 Mar 2026 21:27:07 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA proposal to build a gas station on land near Lake in the Hills currently zoned residential has some neighbors fighting the plans.400false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/donkey-on-the-loose-in-woodstock-hit-by-train-owner-says--70451348artl_2QdBki0WkpaWed, 04 Mar 2026 18:09:30 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA donkey that was on the loose in the Woodstock area met an untimely end Tuesday when it was hit by a train, its owner said.237false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oliver-want-a-battle-of-generations-great-but-don-t-bother-us-in-generation-x--70448878artl_2QdBki0WWpaWed, 04 Mar 2026 17:57:39 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIf there's a battle between generations, chances are pretty good Generation X isn't involved. After all members of this generation are used to flying under the radar.279false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lake-in-the-hills-fire-tuesday-blamed-on-smoking-materials--70430288artl_DPOm2uLVB5KTue, 03 Mar 2026 23:01:33 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Algonquin-Lake in the Hills Fire Protection District responded to a fire Tuesday blamed on smoking materials.67false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/person-killed-in-i-90-crash-in-huntley-is-id-d--70428928artl_1Pn5bCeDE6aTue, 03 Mar 2026 22:18:49 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkOne of two people injured in a crash involving a car and a semi tractor trailer on I-90 in Huntley last week has died and has been identified.95false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-south-johnsburg-boys-basketball-set-for-sectional-semifinals--70424535artl_damyZHDOvGaTue, 03 Mar 2026 18:24:23 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCrystal Lake South will play Sycamore, and Johnsburg will face Aurora Christian in the teams' respective sectional semifinal boys basketball games Wednesday night.276false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-south-johnsburg-boys-basketball-set-for-sectional-semifinals--70424536artl_VaRgzSwv3ePTue, 03 Mar 2026 18:20:42 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCrystal Lake South will play Sycamore, and Johnsburg will face Aurora Christian in the teams' respective sectional semifinal boys basketball games Wednesday night.278false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-man-accused-of-taking-cash-for-but-not-delivering-car-using-fake-title--70413763artl_NKDzNiAv7EPTue, 03 Mar 2026 14:52:35 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA McHenry man is accused of advertising a vehicle for sale on social media and scamming a would-be buyer out of thousands of dollars before reposting the car for sale, according to court records.196false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/girls-basketball-2025-26-all-fox-valley-conference-team-announced--70413764artl_DKJpZt49nDPTue, 03 Mar 2026 14:24:25 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHere is the All-Fox Valley Conference girls basketball team for the 2025-26 season, as selected by coaches. Huntley led the All-FVC team with four selections, followed by Burlington Central and Crystal Lake South with three apiece.83false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dungeons-dragons-helps-mchenry-high-students-learn-english-language-skills--70411686artl_nP9zWiAvXnQTue, 03 Mar 2026 13:24:06 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMcHenry High School English teacher uses Dungeons and Dragons to help new English learners connect with the language209false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-were-scores-of-fish-found-dead-in-a-mchenry-county-conservation-district-preserve--70406981artl_zPrG2cM33mQTue, 03 Mar 2026 11:10:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHikers may come upon winter fish kills this time of year in ponds or small corners of lakes in the McHenry County Conservation District.240false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/responders-to-lake-killarney-water-rescue-in-cary-honored-with-lifesaving-awards--70404900artl_XPvkGHwymAQMon, 02 Mar 2026 23:40:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Cary Fire Protection District presented multiple awards to those who helped save two people who had fallen through the ice on Lake Killarney last month.158false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dollar-tree-eyeing-huntley-location-for-new-store--70404901artl_9QemEu2gjOQMon, 02 Mar 2026 23:37:15 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkDollar Tree is considering opening a new store in Huntley, which would be the village’s first.183false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lake-in-the-hills-says-vendor-supplied-wrong-fuel-bill-tops-320k-to-repair-2-dozen-damaged-trucks--70404388artl_1Pn5bCewx2aMon, 02 Mar 2026 21:17:37 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLake in the Hills said a fuel supplier accidentally delivered the wrong variety of fuel, resulting in repair costs of more than $320,600 for public works vehicles that were damaged.195false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-county-st-patrick-s-day-trivia-challenge--70395920artl_6PGkeH96BePMon, 02 Mar 2026 18:36:12 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMcHenry County St. Patrick's Day Trivia Challenge!59false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/northwest-herald-athlete-of-the-week-prairie-ridge-s-nora-terhaar--70394722artl_damyZHDdYgaMon, 02 Mar 2026 18:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkPrairie Ridge co-op junior Nora Terhaar took third in the all-around and helped lead the Wolves to their sixth state championship in girls gymnastics. Terhaar is the Northwest Herald Athlete of the Week.294false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/book-lovers-giveaway--70393503artl_GK70XTAg0OaMon, 02 Mar 2026 16:45:30 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBook Lovers Giveaway!62false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/early-voting-expands-in-mchenry-county-monday-for-primary-election--70389046artl_NKDzNiAL0vPMon, 02 Mar 2026 12:27:18 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkEarly voting for the March 17 primary election will expand to several additional locations in McHenry County Monday.192false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/home-near-woodstock-consumed-by-fire--70387823artl_JK62Lsx4bnKMon, 02 Mar 2026 12:20:50 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA home near Woodstock and most of its contents were destroyed in fire Sunday; crews called in backup as conditions continued to "intensify."135false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fox-lake-man-accused-of-killing-fox-lake-woman-found-outside-elk-grove-village-motel--70382028artl_xQ1ykHDjxbQMon, 02 Mar 2026 00:15:56 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Fox Lake man has been charged with the murder of a 50-year-old Fox Lake woman found dead outside an Elk Grove Village hotel, police said.100false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fox-lake-man-accused-of-killing-fox-lake-woman-found-outside-elk-grove-village-motel--70381154artl_VaRgzSw9yWPMon, 02 Mar 2026 00:15:56 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Fox Lake man has been charged with the murder of a 50-year-old Fox Lake woman found dead outside an Elk Grove Village hotel, police said.100false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/st-john-s-catholic-academy-in-johnsburg-sees-enrollment-turnaround-as-it-embraces-classical-education--70380438artl_zPrG2cMDL7QSun, 01 Mar 2026 23:02:39 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkSt. John the Baptist School part of larger diocesan plan for academy schools, embraces Classical education281false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-man-accused-of-possessing-250-plus-images-of-children-sex-abuse--70380427artl_eQjyeHnXw5PSun, 01 Mar 2026 22:51:38 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA McHenry man is accused of possessing more than 250 images of children being sexually abused, court records show.176false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/algonquin-lake-in-the-hills-chamber-celebrates-local-businesses-olympic-style--70380434artl_damyZHD0owaSun, 01 Mar 2026 22:36:30 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkEveryone was a winner at this year’s Algonquin-Lake in the Hills Chamber of Commerce’s Olympic-themed awards dinner, where gold, silver and bronze medals were awarded to the nominees.105false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/conversion-to-apartments-proposed-for-former-hearthstone-care-facility-in-woodstock--70380436artl_maqp6twjnJKSun, 01 Mar 2026 22:34:52 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA proposal has been submitted to turn the former Hearthstone care facility in Woodstock into about 200 apartments.211false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/state-rep-suzanne-ness-to-hold-town-hall-via-zoom-march-3--70374427artl_wQ0gGS4p5MPSun, 01 Mar 2026 13:14:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkState Rep. Suzanne Ness will host a virtual town hall Tuesday to discuss Illinois Gov JB Pritzker’s annual budget proposal.91false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hampshire-wins-team-title-huntley-s-janiah-slaughter-takes-1st-at-ihsa-state-girls-wrestling-finals--70368976artl_WKBBEibGEwKSun, 01 Mar 2026 01:39:14 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHampshire landed four medalists and won its first team championship, while Huntley's Janiah Slaughter earned her school's first individual championship during the IHSA state girls wrestling finals at the Grossinger Motors Arena in Bloomington.364false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-s-robbie-rosenbaum-marian-central-s-antonio-aguirre-both-swim-to-2-state-medals--70369464artl_mabyJHnj1pKSun, 01 Mar 2026 01:34:55 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMcHenry sophomore Robbie Rosenbaum and Marian Central senior Antonio Aguirre both medaled twice, and Jacobs co-op junior John Beasley also won a state medal at Saturday's IHSA Boys Swimming State Championships in Westmont.223false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fox-river-grove-drops-a-bunch-of-building-permit-fees-for-residents-after-adding-sales-tax--70366572artl_XQlJkFV5y7aSat, 28 Feb 2026 20:30:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFox River Grove residents will now have zero permit fees for “basic” building projects, as part of a move to lessen resident costs after the village board implemented a 1% sales tax last year.146false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/carpentersville-man-accused-of-sexually-abusing-teen-in-algonquin-parking-lot-allegedly-met-on-snapchat--70362523artl_wQ0gGS1VrmPSat, 28 Feb 2026 15:19:42 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Carpentersville man is accused of befriending a 16-year-old girl on Snapchat, sexually abusing her in the parking lot of an Algonquin business and then telling her, “You earned yourself some food,” a McHenry County judge said in denying his pretrial...185false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/algonquin-receives-600k-grant-to-remodel-public-park--70362524artl_6PEgDSV8w9KSat, 28 Feb 2026 14:58:25 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAlgonquin will be getting help from the state to fund its multimillion-dollar renovations to Willoughby Farms Park.176false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/controversial-woodstock-gravel-pit-consideration-delayed-until-june-opponents-claims-called-baseless--70361970artl_1PXy4H71LXQSat, 28 Feb 2026 14:56:07 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWoodstock officials will wait until June to take up the issue of a proposed gravel pit near Lily Pond and McConnell roads.215false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-s-robbie-rosenbaum-swims-to-championship-finals-in-2-events--70356974artl_1Pn5bCgOA6aSat, 28 Feb 2026 05:38:28 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMcHenry sophomore Robbie Rosenbaum qualified for the championship finals in both of his events at the IHSA Boys Swimming State Championships, while Marian Central senior Antonio Aguirre also advanced to Day 2 in two events.106false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/time-runs-out-johnsburg-beats-richmond-burton-for-1st-regional-title-since-2019--70356975artl_6PEgDSVw0lKSat, 28 Feb 2026 05:28:19 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkRichmond-Burton's Luke Robinson hit a 3-pointer in the closing seconds against Johnsburg, but the Skyhawks ran out the clock and held on to beat the Rockets 56-53 and win their first regional title since 2019.347false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/john-morgan-crystal-lake-south-rally-to-beat-cary-grove--70356976artl_damyZHBNVDaSat, 28 Feb 2026 04:43:56 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJohn Morgan came off the bench to score 12 points, including two 3-pointers in the fourth quarter, and Crystal Lake South's boys basketball team rallied from 16 down to beat Cary-Grove 59-50 for its fourth regional title in a row.335false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fast-start-fades-as-mchenry-falls-to-waukegan-in-ihsa-class-4a-regional-final--70355814artl_JKV25spvqYKSat, 28 Feb 2026 03:11:17 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAdam Anwar and Nathan Ottaway each finished in double figures for McHenry, which was unable to keep pace with Waukegan during the team's 67-36 loss to the Bulldogs in the IHSA Class 4A regional boys basketball final at Jacobs.241false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/seven-mchenry-county-girls-wrestlers-advance-to-ihsa-state-semifinals--70355813artl_XPvkGH9GkoQSat, 28 Feb 2026 03:10:57 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkSeven McHenry County athletes, including four from Hampshire, qualified for the semifinal round of the IHSA girls wrestling individual state tournament. In the boys dual team state finals, Marian Central lost to Providence in the Class 2A quarterfinals.185false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hundreds-lost-jobs-at-brake-parts-so-mchenry-county-college-partners-pull-off-pop-up-job-fair-for-them--70354944artl_1Po8xtzwVBQSat, 28 Feb 2026 00:32:21 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMcHenry County College and community partners held a pop-up job fair to connect laid-off Brake Parts workers with companies who have dozens of positions to fill.246false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fire-burns-2-homes-and-garage-in-holiday-hills--70352744artl_gaN16tWwZnKFri, 27 Feb 2026 22:59:35 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMembers of two households have been displaced after a fire damaged their homes and a detached garage Friday afternoon in Holiday Hills.95false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/trout-valley-79-man-pleads-guilty-to-possessing-child-sex-abuse-image-gets-3-years-of-probation--70345752artl_7Q5y4H8o4yQFri, 27 Feb 2026 20:13:57 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Trout Valley man who pleaded guilty to one count of possessing images of child sex abuse was sentenced to three years of felony probation and ordered to register as a sex offender.134false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-man-20-pleads-guilty-in-algonquin-head-on-crash-causing-serious-injuries--70345765artl_1Kxw7f9JXbQFri, 27 Feb 2026 19:30:09 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Crystal Lake man has pleaded guilty to aggravated reckless driving in a head-on crash that seriously injured two people and occurred when he was 18.111false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/piece-out-mchenry-s-pieceful-project-to-close-but-bumble-bread-co-says-it-s-on-the-rise--70345754artl_NKDzNib3yrPFri, 27 Feb 2026 19:25:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAfter a year on Green Street, The Pieceful Project in McHenry is closing; it's next door neighbor Bumble Bread Co says it has grown in the past year.280false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/downers-grove-south-seeks-nominations-for-class-of-2026-distinguished-alumni--70333259artl_1PXy4H7LelQFri, 27 Feb 2026 15:11:18 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkDowners Grove South High School is seeking nominations for its Class of 2026 Distinguished Alumni93false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/letter-a-valuable-asset-in-dorr-township--70333263artl_zK3G5cevbbKFri, 27 Feb 2026 14:50:30 +0000Shaw Local News Network"When you drive into Woodstock and pass 1035 Lake St., that good vibe you feel is coming from the Dorr Township building where the SOAR Senior Center is located," Deborah Glaubke of Woodstock writes in a letter to the editor.84false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/letter-this-was-the-3rd-protest-held-in-mchenry--70333260artl_6a84OUnoNlaFri, 27 Feb 2026 14:49:53 +0000Shaw Local News Network"This was the 3rd protest in the last six months in the city of McHenry against the current trump administration." Carl Hurtig of McHenry writes in a letter to the editor.88false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/letter-blaming-residents-for-park-board-tax-vote-misses-the-point--70357963artl_damyZHBo9VaFri, 27 Feb 2026 14:49:11 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkPark Board President Fredrick Tiesenga whines about how five Park Board members and “vocal residents” are responsible for a tax increase. Mark G. Eckel of Crystal Lake writes in a letter to the editor.98false17fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/letter-local-sports-coverage-matters-to-students--70333261artl_DPOm2uz6oqKFri, 27 Feb 2026 14:48:25 +0000Shaw Local News Network"I’m not happy that we lost to them, but it is nice to see that these accomplishments are shared," Nolan Carlson of Algonquin writes in a letter to the editor.76false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/letter-illinois-must-resist-operation-midway-blitz--70352746artl_1Pn5bCgVVAaFri, 27 Feb 2026 14:47:41 +0000Shaw Local News Network"The administration’s current trajectory is a stain on our democracy," Amanda Staley of Harvard IL writes in a letter to the editor.82false12fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/letter-quarry-expansion-poses-air-quality-and-property-value-risks-resident-warns--70338139artl_XQlJkFVDEJaFri, 27 Feb 2026 14:46:37 +0000Shaw Local News Network"Is it safe or economically prudent to mine near a residential area?" Robert Lisowski of Woodstock writes in a letter to the editor.120false6fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/letter-surveillance-cameras-on-town-square-threaten-privacy-rights-resident-warns--70333265artl_6PGkeH1z5kPFri, 27 Feb 2026 14:45:23 +0000Shaw Local News Network"As a Woodstock native, I am concerned by the city’s push for surveillance cameras on our historic Square," Matt Carmichael of Woodstock writes in a letter to the editor.123false5fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/letter-what-anti-ice-protesters-don-t-get--70333264artl_9QemEulzLXQFri, 27 Feb 2026 14:40:48 +0000Shaw Local News Network"I question why any group of citizens would protest against the removal of hundreds of thousands of violent criminals," Tim Beck of McHenry writes in a letter to the editor.84false6fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/johnsburg-s-historic-season-ends-with-sectional-final-loss-to-st-edward--70318580artl_wQ0gGS1vndPFri, 27 Feb 2026 04:29:06 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJohnsburg's historic season came to an end Thursday night with a 57-38 loss to St. Edward in the Class 2A Johnsburg Sectional championship. The Skyhawks finished the season at 34-1.292false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/geneva-controls-the-glass-knocks-off-crystal-lake-south-in-class-3a-sectional-final--70318579artl_eQjyeHbWldPFri, 27 Feb 2026 04:11:24 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkEmma Peterson posted 15 points and 15 rebounds as the Geneva girls basketball team dominated on the glass, overcoming 18 points from Crystal Lake South's Laken LePage to knock off the Gators 43-33 in the IHSA Class 3A sectional final at Crystal Lake...252false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/man-taken-into-custody-after-shelter-in-place-order-canceled-for-lake-in-the-hills--70312248artl_DPOm2uzqboKThu, 26 Feb 2026 23:27:37 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA man was charged after a search of a Lake in the Hills residence that prompted a brief shelter-in-place order Thursday.120false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mcride-mcride-connect-rideshare-users-to-see-new-fares-starting-sunday--70312247artl_wQWylHONGeaThu, 26 Feb 2026 22:29:37 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkStarting Sunday, people who use the McHenry County MCRide dial-a-ride service will have a different fare structure, and MCRide Connect subsidized rideshare service riders will pay a little more for their trip.274false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/route-31-widening-redevelopment-riverside-drive-all-high-on-mchenry-mayor-jett-s-agenda--70311156artl_9QemEul46VQThu, 26 Feb 2026 22:24:56 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJett pressed on the need for additional TIF districts and road construction his annual State of the City address, part of the McHenry Area Chamber of Commerce's annual luncheon.230false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/police-say-chicago-man-arrested-in-huntley-with-meth-in-car-stolen-in-schaumburg--70310090artl_1PXy4H7vx0QThu, 26 Feb 2026 22:08:32 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Chicago man is facing felony charges after authorities said he was arrested in a stolen car during a Wednesday traffic stop in Huntley.91false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-sushi-restaurant-to-close-cary-location-will-remain-open--70308517artl_JK62LsNbOdKThu, 26 Feb 2026 19:42:06 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA beloved Crystal Lake sushi and Asian cuisine restaurant will permanently close next week, leaving Cary as its sole location.149false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/woman-accused-of-threatening-mchenry-county-state-s-attorney-in-facebook-posts--70306333artl_GK70XTv4xjaThu, 26 Feb 2026 18:18:33 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAn arrest warrant has been issued for a former Lake in the Hills woman who is accused of threatening to harm McHenry County State’s Attorney Randi Freese, court records show.226false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/boys-wrestling-2025-26-all-fox-valley-conference-team-announced--70305157artl_gaN16tWMz3KThu, 26 Feb 2026 16:57:26 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHere is the 2025-26 All-Fox Valley Conference boys wrestling team, as voted on by FVC coaches.169false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/shelter-in-place-order-canceled-for-lake-in-the-hills--70304118artl_wQWylHOl1AaThu, 26 Feb 2026 16:49:27 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA shelter-in-place order was issued for part of Lake in the Hills Thursday morning.71false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-county-denies-solar-farms-then-gets-sued-for-turning-them-down--70301706artl_nP9zWiVZ9zQThu, 26 Feb 2026 14:25:57 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMcHenry County is facing a lawsuit over the County Board’s denial of a pair of solar farms.311false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/key-ihsa-girls-wrestling-state-storylines-to-watch-in-mchenry-county--70299512artl_AKz7lTNqqeaThu, 26 Feb 2026 12:00:09 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWill McHenry County crown its first state champion? How many girls are competing at state for the first time? Which schools have the most representation? Here are key IHSA state girls wrestling storylines to watch.265false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cary-grove-tops-marmion-crystal-lake-south-handles-crystal-lake-central--70295060artl_WKBBEibvEvKThu, 26 Feb 2026 05:04:23 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFox Valley Conference rivals Cary-Grove and Crystal Lake South will meet in a Class 3A regional final after both teams won their semifinal games handily Wednesday night. C-G beat Marmion 78-55 and South topped Crystal Lake Central 69-32 on its home court.324false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-woodstock-advance-to-regional-finals-wednesday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--70293741artl_9QemEulAM6QThu, 26 Feb 2026 04:43:17 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMcHenry rallied to beat Jacobs and Woodstock topped Belvidere to reach their respective regional finals, plus more boys basketball postseason results in Wednesday's roundup.144false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/richmond-burton-johnsburg-move-on-to-ihsa-class-2a-regional-final--70293742artl_wQ0gGS160LPThu, 26 Feb 2026 04:04:44 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJace Nelson converted a clutch late-game layup as Richmond-Burton outlasted Timothy Christian, while Jayce Schmitt went off for 29 points in Johnsburg's win over North Boone during the Class 2A Johnsburg Regional semifinals on Wednesday.279false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/responders-prevent-deck-fire-from-spreading-to-home-in-cary--70288062artl_Dayv5UmpbkPWed, 25 Feb 2026 23:51:14 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA deck fire was quickly extinguished before spreading to a home late Wednesday morning in Cary, and officials warn residents to regularly check outdoor electrical wiring.109false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/richmond-equestrian-instructor-accused-of-sex-assault-suspended-as-judge-from-national-equestrian-group--70288063artl_MK4ylH2LMZaWed, 25 Feb 2026 23:33:31 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe owner of a Richmond equestrian training center – detained in McHenry County jail on charges including sexual assault of a minor – is on “interim suspension” from the US Equestrian Federation, where he has been a judge.245false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/boat-snowmobile-trailer-burn-near-mchenry--70285761artl_eQjyeHbnx4PWed, 25 Feb 2026 22:49:31 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA fire engulfed several high-ticket items near McHenry Wednesday that required an extra engine.71false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oliver-winter-olympics-are-reminder-that-in-sport-as-in-life-we-need-resilience--70275711artl_wQ0gGS11oEPWed, 25 Feb 2026 18:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAnother Winter Olympics is in the books. However, the story lines and life lessons are sure to stay with us for years to come. Also, a follow-up on the anxiety-producing event of last week.289false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/townhomes-proposed-in-downtown-crystal-lake-after-30-plus-year-wait-to-finish-buildout--70272442artl_6PEgDSVVpvKWed, 25 Feb 2026 15:14:44 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkDevelopers are looking to finish out a townhome development in downtown Crystal Lake that has been on pause for over 30 years.177false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/girls-basketball-2025-26-all-kishwaukee-river-conference-team-announced--70272440artl_DKJpZtxxkNPWed, 25 Feb 2026 14:51:43 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJohnsburg sophomore Summer Toussaint earned Kishwaukee River Conference Girls Basketball Player of the Year honors. Check out the full All-KRC team here, as selected by coaches.78false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-south-geneva-advance-to-sectional-championship--70261560artl_1PXy4H7MZoQWed, 25 Feb 2026 04:35:16 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCrystal Lake South held off Sycamore 47-41, tying the school record for wins in a season, and Geneva cruised to a 55-28 win over Boylan to keep its turnaround season going strong at the Class 3A Crystal Lake Central Sectional semifinals Tuesday.341false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/summer-toussaint-johnsburg-step-on-gas-against-marshall--70262032artl_ya2V7s8N2JaWed, 25 Feb 2026 04:02:30 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkSummer Toussaint scored 24 points and Johnsburg's girls basketball team kept its perfect season intact with a 57-30 win over Marshall in a semifinal of the Class 2A Johnsburg Sectional on Tuesday night.266false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/burlington-central-upsets-geneva-to-reach-regional-final-tuesday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--70261559artl_DKJpZtxEb9PWed, 25 Feb 2026 03:45:28 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBennek Braden scored 19 points and Ryan Carpenter added 14 as Burlington Central upset Geneva, while Prairie Ridge fell to undefeated Kaneland in Tuesday's Class 3A Burlington Central Regional semifinals.71false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/libertyville-claws-past-huntley-in-ihsa-class-4a-sectional-semifinal--70261169artl_7PABniBOJ6QWed, 25 Feb 2026 02:40:22 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAubrina Adamik and Evie Freundt each finished in double figures, while Avery Suess gave Huntley a spark off the bench as the girls basketball team's season ended with a 42-37 loss to Libertyville in the IHSA Class 4A sectional semifinals at Guilford.273false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-man-accused-of-starving-neglecting-dogs-in-his-care--70259750artl_Dayv5UmW6DPTue, 24 Feb 2026 23:38:52 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA McHenry man is accused of starving and not providing medical treatment to multiple pit bulls, court records show.335false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cary-school-district-26-announces-new-superintendent--70259211artl_gaN16tWzDkKTue, 24 Feb 2026 22:21:16 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCary School District 26 announced its new superintendent, who will be starting this summer after a months-long, nationwide search to replace Brandon White.215false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/election-2026-sample-ballots-now-available-in-mchenry-county-for-primary-election-voting--70258290artl_DKJpZtxrzxPTue, 24 Feb 2026 21:47:24 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIf you want to know what will be on your ballot in the March 17 primary and where to go vote in McHenry County, that information is now available online.227false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fire-leaves-huntley-home-uninhabitable--70253029artl_XPvkGH9lpkQTue, 24 Feb 2026 16:21:34 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThree people are displaced after a fire destroyed a single-story home Monday evening in Huntley, officials report.93false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/northwest-herald-athlete-of-the-week-hampshire-s-stella-piazza--70251667artl_9aLpxtdMgpaTue, 24 Feb 2026 14:49:07 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHampshire freshman Stella Piazza won the 115-pound title at the Hampshire Regional and advanced to this weekend's IHSA Girls Wrestling Individual State Tournament. Piazza is the Northwest Herald Athlete of the Week.159false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dundee-crown-beats-elk-grove-advances-to-class-4a-regional-semis-monday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--70245258artl_wQ0gGS1ZoAPTue, 24 Feb 2026 04:21:52 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkDundee-Crown beat Elk Grove to advance to the Class 4A Palatine Regional semifinals, and more in the roundup.97false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/eli-loeding-prairie-ridge-slam-imsa--70244891artl_6PGkeH1MMNPTue, 24 Feb 2026 03:50:25 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkEli Loeding had 22 points, including a highlight-reel dunk, and 12 rebounds, and Prairie Ridge's boys basketball team defeated Illinois Math and Science Academy 52-45 Monday night in a play-in game of the Class 3A Burlington Central Regional.255false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-man-with-2-theft-related-convictions-pleads-guilty-to-burglarizing-a-vehicle--70243138artl_WKBBEibw5BKMon, 23 Feb 2026 23:57:05 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA man pleaded guilty Thursday to burglarizing a vehicle in McHenry “with intent to commit a theft” and was sentenced to six years in prison.91false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/someone-bought-an-illinois-lottery-ticket-worth-1-15m-at-country-store-near-harvard--70242374artl_ya2V7s8Y30aMon, 23 Feb 2026 23:09:29 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA winning Lucky Day Lotto ticket with a $1.15 million prize was purchased at a Harvard-area convenience store over the weekend.132false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-man-found-dead-along-route-176-near-prairie-grove-is-id-d--70242827artl_1Po8xtzm7mQMon, 23 Feb 2026 22:57:38 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe McHenry County Coroner’s Office identified a man who was found along Route 176 in the Prairie Grove area Saturday.110false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-county-coroner-ids-man-found-in-wonder-lake-saturday--70242826artl_eQjyeHbAWmPMon, 23 Feb 2026 22:27:13 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe McHenry County Coroner’s Office has identified a man whose remains were pulled from Wonder Lake Saturday.102false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/3-teen-girls-beaten-13-year-old-charged-in-altercation-involving-group-of-15-20-boys--70235464artl_WKBBEib4jvKMon, 23 Feb 2026 18:00:55 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThree girls were injured and a 13-year-old boy was petitioned to juvenile court stemming from a dispute that escalated into a physical altercation in Algonquin tunnel, police said.94false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-county-to-charge-video-gaming-terminal-fees-require-licenses--70230354artl_mabyJHn8yjKMon, 23 Feb 2026 15:44:32 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkNew regulations, including licensing and fees, are being imposed by the McHenry County Board on those who operate video gaming terminals.154false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nami-mchenry-county-opens-new-community-mental-health-hub-with-crisis-living-room-and-drop-in-center--70230355artl_XPvkGH9eOAQMon, 23 Feb 2026 15:44:19 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe National Alliance on Mental Illness McHenry County plans a Feb. 26 open house for its new community hub in Crystal Lake with a Living Room to address mental health crises and a Drop-In Center to combat social isolation.254false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/democrats-call-on-mchenry-county-clerk-to-reject-trump-nationalized-election-plan-he-says-he-will-follow-law--70217685artl_9QemEulb9zQSun, 22 Feb 2026 21:11:25 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkIn response to Democrats asking him to disavow President Trump's call to nationalize elections, McHenry County Clerk Joe Tirio said he will follow the law.306false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-county-probation-officer-follows-in-footsteps-of-man-who-raised-her--70217691artl_DPOm2uzbmjKSun, 22 Feb 2026 21:02:56 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHailey Stokes recently became a probation officer for McHenry County, following in the footsteps of the man who raised her, the late corrections officer Jimmy Udesen.314false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/transient-thieves-possibly-behind-theft-of-necklace-from-man-doing-yard-work-in-woodstock--70217677artl_DKJpZtxBYdPSun, 22 Feb 2026 20:18:18 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWoodstock police continue to investigate the case of an elderly man robbed of a necklace and injured while doing yard work.129false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/home-uninhabitable-after-fire-breaks-out-saturday-in-wonder-lake--70214314artl_MK4ylH2eYmaSun, 22 Feb 2026 17:16:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA fire Saturday in Wonder Lake left a home uninhabitable.108false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/man-accused-of-beating-woodstock-gas-station-clerk-to-get-mental-health-evaluation--70211992artl_wQ0gGS19DRPSun, 22 Feb 2026 12:00:06 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA man accused of “maliciously” attacking a Woodstock gas station employee after she told him they were not hiring will undergo a mental health evaluation, court records show.193false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cary-s-alfresco-alley-seasonal-outdoor-space-could-get-a-glow-up-with-shades-and-other-upgrades--70211391artl_XPvkGH9DnBQSun, 22 Feb 2026 10:00:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCary is looking into sprucing up a downtown street that turns into pedestrian-only access during warmer months.233false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/marian-central-s-jimmy-mastny-completes-3-peat-at-ihsa-state-boys-wrestling-finals--70209569artl_BaYyLHNYRraSun, 22 Feb 2026 04:55:41 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMarian Central's Jimmy Mastny won his third championship in three seasons, while Crystal Lake South's Nathan Randle and Crystal Lake Central's Nicholas Marchese each finished second in the IHSA state boys wrestling finals at the State Farm Center in...398false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/marian-central-s-antonio-aguirre-leads-local-swimmers-advancing-to-state-saturday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--70209303artl_NKZGXcJmlXaSun, 22 Feb 2026 03:32:37 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMarian Central's Antonio Aguirre won two races at the Stevenson Boys Swimming Sectional to advance to state, McHenry's Robbie Rosenbaum and Jacobs co-op's John Beasley qualified in two events, Huntley's Ashlyn Tenglin was 19th at state bowling, and...142false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/man-s-body-recovered-from-under-the-ice-in-wonder-lake--70208451artl_wQ0gGS1b9WPSun, 22 Feb 2026 00:22:26 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA man’s body was recovered from Wonder Lake’s namesake lake Saturday afternoon.69false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-park-district-executive-director-to-retire-after-helping-steer-through-turbulent-times--70194896artl_XQlJkFVjp4aSat, 21 Feb 2026 17:07:34 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Crystal Lake Park District Executive Director will be retiring after nearly 16 years of service, leaving the decision for the replacement up to the board.193false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/more-new-housing-planned-for-huntley--70194898artl_XPvkGH9mrwQSat, 21 Feb 2026 16:58:24 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAnother new housing development could be coming to Huntley.210false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/woodstock-got-a-10m-state-grant-for-route-47-work-then-its-share-of-costs-went-up-almost-as-much--70194897artl_6a84OUnYqRaSat, 21 Feb 2026 16:38:51 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWoodstock leaders have been awarded close to $16 million to cover the city’s share of widening Route 47. But even after that, the city is still on the hook for around $9.5 million more, it recently learned.301false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fire-fueled-by-high-winds-guts-fox-river-grove-home--70194465artl_VaRgzS0qRrPSat, 21 Feb 2026 15:46:31 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHigh winds contributed to a devastating house fire that collapsed the roof of a Fox River Grove home.72false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/route-176-closed-near-crystal-lake-amid-police-investigation--70194466artl_wQ0gGS1zEXPSat, 21 Feb 2026 15:34:34 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe McHenry County Sheriff’s Office closed a portion of Route 176 to traffic for an “active police investigation” Saturday morning.53false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/marengo-man-accused-of-restraining-woman-by-screwing-apartment-door-shut--70188638artl_1Po8xtz4L9QSat, 21 Feb 2026 11:15:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Marengo man screwed shut a door of his apartment to keep anyone from coming in or out as a woman inside cried for help, McHenry County prosecutors allege.158false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nick-stowasser-crystal-lake-south-slam-mchenry--70186311artl_NKDzNibVvlPSat, 21 Feb 2026 05:04:38 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkNick Stowasser scored a game-high 23 points, including four 3-pointers and three dunks, and Crystal Lake South spoiled McHenry's senior night with a 69-53 win in the teams' Fox Valley Conference finale Friday night.250false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/huntley-s-ashyln-tenglin-25th-at-state-bowling-friday-s-northwest-herald-sports-roundup--70186307artl_6a84OUnX1AaSat, 21 Feb 2026 04:26:33 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHuntley's Ashlyn Tenglin sits in 25th place after the first day of the IHSA girls bowling state meet, Hampshire boys basketball beat Dundee-Crown to wrap up the regular season, and more in Friday's roundup.152false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/three-mchenry-county-athletes-qualify-for-championship-matches-friday-s-ihsa-state-boys-wrestling-roundup--70185808artl_mabyJHnXroKSat, 21 Feb 2026 03:08:39 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMarian Central's Jimmy Mastny, Crystal Lake Central's Nick Marchese and Crystal Lake South's Nathan Randle have all advanced to the championship round of the IHSA boys individual state wrestling finals at the State Farm Center in Champaign.201false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-breaking-bread-launches-indoor-markets-showcasing-products-of-other-small-businesses--70184822artl_7PABniBe7lQFri, 20 Feb 2026 23:29:11 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBreaking Bread in downtown Crystal Lake is launching indoor markets and trading card shows this months with the hope of making them permanent monthly events. The first event is Saturday, Feb. 21.183false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/about-250-huntley-high-school-students-walk-out-in-protest-of-ice--70183523artl_AKz7lTNmjraFri, 20 Feb 2026 21:32:59 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAbout 250 students walked out of Huntley High School Friday in protest of ICE, the latest in a series of such high school rallies in the McHenry County area and beyond.289false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/acute-gastroenteritis-on-the-rise-in-mchenry-county-as-norovirus-spreads--70182903artl_1Po8xtzRJGQFri, 20 Feb 2026 20:51:14 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAcute gastroenteritis is on the rise in McHenry County, driven by the spread of norovirus, health officials said.229false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/trial-delayed-friday-for-man-accused-in-violent-random-attack-on-woman-in-mchenry-park--70181886artl_maqp6te2eeKFri, 20 Feb 2026 19:21:52 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe trial of a man accused of randomly attacking a woman as she walked her son’s dog in a McHenry park is set to resume Friday afternoon.226false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/car-smashes-into-smoke-shop-in-crystal-lake-causing-extensive-damage--70181895artl_8Kw5rCb7jBPFri, 20 Feb 2026 19:16:15 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCrystal Lake police officers are investigating a possible burglary after a car smashed through a smoke shop Friday morning, officials report.90false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/coffee-drive-thru-proposal-in-crystal-lake-gets-lukewarm-response--70179790artl_JagLNUkvl9PFri, 20 Feb 2026 14:44:11 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCrystal Lake planning and zoning commissioners say a proposed drive-thru coffee shop is not a good fit for a former bank location off Route 14.202false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/harvard-man-guilty-of-driving-pickup-truck-into-harley-davidson-dealership-in-woodstock--70179788artl_1PXy4H7nGMQFri, 20 Feb 2026 14:32:33 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Harvard man has pleaded guilty to criminal damage to property for riving his pickup truck into the Woodstock Harley-Davidson dealership four years ago.146false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/3-rescued-from-pistakee-lake-near-johnsburg-after-falling-through-thin-ice--70178886artl_mabyJHnq0wKFri, 20 Feb 2026 14:01:57 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThree men were rescued off thin ice on Pistakee Lake near Johnsburg Thursday and quickly brought back to shore by responders from the McHenry Township Fire Protection District.85false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/here-are-key-2026-ihsa-boys-basketball-postseason-storylines-to-watch-in-mchenry-county--70176878artl_2QdBkiyk6vaFri, 20 Feb 2026 12:00:07 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe boys basketball state tournament tips off Monday. Here are some key local storylines to watch in McHenry County.382false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/marengo-falls-to-st-edward-in-regional-championship--70172494artl_zK3G5ceDNAKFri, 20 Feb 2026 04:35:26 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkSt. Edward's defense held Marengo to one basket and two points in the first quarter, and the Indians couldn't recover in a 34-23 loss to the Green Wave in the Class 2A Marengo Regional final on Thursday.201false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/makena-cleary-crystal-lake-south-spot-on-against-woodstock--70172496artl_gaN16tWOm4KFri, 20 Feb 2026 04:31:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMakena Cleary sank two 3-pointers to stake Crystal Lake South's girls basketball team to an early lead, and the Gators never looked back en route to a 55-23 win over Woodstock in the Class 3A Woodstock North Regional final Thursday night.263false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/six-mchenry-county-athletes-advance-to-semifinals-thursday-s-ihsa-state-boys-wrestling-roundup--70172495artl_BaYyLHN9ejaFri, 20 Feb 2026 04:19:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkSix McHenry County wrestlers, including Marian Central's two-time champion Jimmy Mastny, advanced to the semifinals during the IHSA boys individual state finals at the State Farm Center in Champaign on Thursday.220false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kennedy-manning-olivia-leuze-lead-cary-grove-in-class-3a-regional-final-loss-against-boylan--70172216artl_JagLNUkqoBPFri, 20 Feb 2026 03:44:53 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKennedy Manning made four triples and finished with 13 points, while Olivia Leuze had 10 points and six rebounds as the Cary-Grove girls basketball team's season came to a close in Thursday's 45-31 loss to Boylan in the IHSA Class 3A Regional final.267false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/huntley-rallies-to-beat-guilford-for-13th-regional-championship--70172213artl_NKZGXcJWvlaFri, 20 Feb 2026 03:34:10 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAubrina Adamik floated in the game-winning shot in the final seconds, Luca Garlin scored a game-high 18 points and Huntley rallied to beat Guilford 35-33 on Thursday for its 13th regional championship in program history.279false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/undefeated-johnsburg-wins-regional-title-thursday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--70171969artl_1Pn5bCgEnlaFri, 20 Feb 2026 03:10:12 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJohnsburg girls basketball improved to 33-0 and won its first regional championship since 2022, plus more results in Thursday's Northwest Herald roundup.80false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-home-severely-damaged-by-fire-occupants-rescued-by-police--70171428artl_DPOm2uzg2yKFri, 20 Feb 2026 01:59:28 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkResidents of a Crystal Lake home are displaced by a fire that broke out Thursday afternoon, officials report.116false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/after-halt-to-fall-leaf-pickup-mchenry-will-resume-collections-in-spring--70162532artl_1Po8xtzLXqQThu, 19 Feb 2026 22:52:38 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMcHenry neighborhoods that did not get their leaves picked up before the early first snowfall last year are set for April pickup dates.108false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/man-admits-to-overcharging-elderly-crystal-lake-homeowner-by-more-than-4k-for-driveway-repairs--70162533artl_AKz7lTNyEnaThu, 19 Feb 2026 21:50:52 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Palatine man who was accused of “misrepresenting” the cost of driveway repairs for an elderly Crystal Lake homeowner by more than $4,000 has pleaded guilty to a lesser charge.141false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/student-accused-of-secretly-recording-3-women-in-bathroom-at-mchenry-county-college--70154042artl_XPvkGH9ozJQThu, 19 Feb 2026 17:57:11 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Woodstock man is accused of secretly filming three women while they used the bathroom at McHenry County College, according to court records and authorities.151false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sales-tax-rebate-granted-for-restaurant-owner-taking-over-former-vickie-s-place-in-mchenry--70150888artl_eQjyeHbRnEPThu, 19 Feb 2026 17:09:43 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe McHenry City Council has approved a 10-year, $142,000 sales tax rebate deal with Niko Kanakaris, a restaurateur who is set to buy and rehab Vickie's Place on the Fox River.149false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/johnsburg-ties-ihsa-record-with-25-3s-trey-toussaint-sets-team-record-wednesday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--70150055artl_xPk5YCy97VKThu, 19 Feb 2026 14:19:18 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJohnsburg boys basketball tied the state record with 25 3-pointers in a game while Trey Toussaint broke the Skyhawks' record with 10. Marengo beat Sandwich, and more in Wednesday's roundup.110false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ihsa-regional-sectional-and-supersectional-assignments-for-mchenry-county-boys-basketball-teams--70147616artl_6PGkeH1AbWPThu, 19 Feb 2026 12:00:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHere are all of the IHSA regional, sectional and supersectional assignments and schedules for McHenry County boys basketball teams.696false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/woodstock-beats-woodstock-north-to-win-krc-title--70143337artl_6PEgDSVW2BKThu, 19 Feb 2026 05:22:16 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkRian Hahn-Clifton scored 12 points to lead a balanced attack, and Woodstock's boys basketball team won its first conference title in 42 years by beating Woodstock North 47-28 in the teams' Kishwaukee River Conference finale Wednesday night.277false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-woman-killed-in-hoffman-estates-crash-is-id-d--70140667artl_zK3G5ceVxbKWed, 18 Feb 2026 23:36:15 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkOnline memorials and tribute posts honor a Crystal Lake woman who was killed in Friday afternoon crash in Hoffman Estates and whose name was released Wednesday.101false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/marengo-man-accused-of-exposing-himself-multiple-times-at-his-window-now-faces-felony-charge--70139826artl_9QemEulqlLQWed, 18 Feb 2026 22:05:54 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA fifth charge of public indecency has been filed against a Marengo man; this time as a felony, while the prior accusations were misdemeanors.241false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/slaughterhouse-near-wonder-lake-roundly-rejected-by-mchenry-county-board--70138893artl_JKV25spW7qKWed, 18 Feb 2026 20:55:44 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe McHenry County Board late Tuesday unanimously voted down a Wonder Lake-area slaughterhouse that neighbors had strongly opposed.218false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oliver-after-2-cancer-battles-annual-mammogram-can-be-source-of-trepidation--70138412artl_NKDzNibvOkPWed, 18 Feb 2026 19:21:36 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAfter two battles with breast cancer, each annual mammogram brings a level of fear and trepidation. Still, it's worth it to be able to catch things early.310false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/key-ihsa-boys-wrestling-state-storylines-to-watch-in-mchenry-county--70136333artl_DPOm2uzEEwKWed, 18 Feb 2026 18:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCan Marian Central's Jimmy Mastny three-peat in the state finals? Which classes have the most area representation? Will McHenry County crown any first-time champions or medalists? Here are key IHSA state boys wrestling storylines to watch.418false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lake-in-the-hills-fire-guts-power-sports-storage-building--70135774artl_xPk5YCyVEoKWed, 18 Feb 2026 16:43:21 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Lake in the Hills storage building holding snowmobiles, boats and personal watercraft was gutted in a fire early Wednesday morning.123false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/suspicious-package-in-crystal-lake-turns-out-to-be-harmless--70133689artl_6PGkeH1NwnPWed, 18 Feb 2026 14:12:15 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA suspicious package prompted a strong police response that put a Crystal Lake high school on a security alert and shut down a road Tuesday afternoon. A walkout was supposed to take place but was canceled.180false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dylan-dumele-cary-grove-clinch-fvc-title-outright-by-beating-mchenry--70128662artl_XPvkGH9vLmQWed, 18 Feb 2026 04:53:09 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkDylan Dumele scored a season-high 24 points, and Cary-Grove's boys basketball team clinched the Fox Valley Conference championship outright Tuesday night by beating host McHenry 75-53.275false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/top-seed-undefeated-johnsburg-advances-to-regional-final-tuesday-s-northwest-herald-sports-roundup--70128599artl_6a84OUnz8baWed, 18 Feb 2026 04:37:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJohnsburg, Huntley, Burlington Central and Cary-Grove girls basketball all won Tuesday to reach the regional finals. And more results in the Northwest Herald sports roundup.165false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/woodstock-crystal-lake-south-advance-to-class-3a-regional-final--70127945artl_AKz7lTNWY7aWed, 18 Feb 2026 04:13:30 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkReese Zawisza and Woodstock rallied to beat Woodstock North, while Gaby Dzik scored 23 points to lead Crystal Lake South past Crystal Lake Central in the Class 3A Woodstock North Regional semifinals Tuesday night.281false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cary-man-gets-7-year-sentence-for-crash-that-killed-police-officer--70125194artl_1PXy4H7GBnQWed, 18 Feb 2026 00:24:50 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA 24-year-old Cary man charged in the fatal crash in Barrington last year that killed decorated Glenview police officer Robert Fryc has been sentenced to three years in prison.114false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cary-man-gets-7-year-sentence-for-crash-that-killed-police-officer--70125191artl_zK3G5ceO2YKWed, 18 Feb 2026 00:24:50 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA 24-year-old Cary man charged in the fatal crash in Barrington last year that killed decorated Glenview police officer Robert Fryc has been sentenced to three years in prison.114false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pingree-grove-woman-accused-of-smashing-car-into-huntley-garage-causing-extensive-damage-inside--70123086artl_NKDzNibGzdPWed, 18 Feb 2026 00:12:59 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Pingree Grove woman who is accused of smashing her car through a garage door to burglarize a home in Huntley was caught on security cameras while the homeowners were out, Huntley police said.155false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/no-injuries-reported-in-house-fire-near-mchenry--70123090artl_JK62LsN6pxKTue, 17 Feb 2026 23:41:26 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMcHenry Township firefighters extinguished a fire in a single-family home in less than 10 minutes Monday night near McHenry.78false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/authorities-shut-down-road-in-crystal-lake-for-suspicious-package--70119240artl_JKV25spgJvKTue, 17 Feb 2026 22:00:35 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA suspicious package prompted a strong police response that put a Crystal Lake high school on a security alert and shut down a road Tuesday afternoon. A walkout was supposed to take place.161false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/52nd-house-democratic-hopefuls-discuss-immigration-illinois-trust-act--70128601artl_GK70XTvg8MaTue, 17 Feb 2026 20:57:53 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkDemocratic 52nd District Illinois House candidates Erin Chan Ding and Maria Peterson have similar views on immigration enforcement and the Illinois TRUST Act.134false12fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/basketball-brings-out-enthusiasm-in-johnsburg-s-jayce-schmitt--70110270artl_JKV25spXzNKTue, 17 Feb 2026 18:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBasketball, unlike the rest of his school day, brings out the excitement in Johnsburg senior guard Jayce Schmitt, whose all-around game has the Skyhawks in position for their first 20-win season since 2019.318false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/woodstock-boys-get-20th-win-monday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--70093615artl_nP9zWiV534QTue, 17 Feb 2026 04:24:57 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWoodstock boys basketball defeated Genoa-Kingston for its 20th win, while Hampshire and Alden-Hebron girls fell in the regional semifinals Monday.91false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/myah-broughton-s-career-night-lifts-marengo-past-genoa-kingston--70092751artl_NKDzNibmxlPTue, 17 Feb 2026 04:08:38 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMarengo junior guard Myah Broughton scored a career-high 29 points and made seven 3-pointers Monday to lead the Indians past Genoa-Kingston 55-32 and into the Class 2A Marengo Regional championship game.305false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-woman-25-dies-after-single-vehicle-crash-in-hoffman-estates--70090799artl_6PEgDSVrGZKTue, 17 Feb 2026 00:18:12 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHoffman Estates police continue to investigate a single-vehicle crash Friday evening that killed a 25-year-old Crystal Lake woman.57false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-woman-25-dies-after-single-vehicle-crash-in-hoffman-estates--70090782artl_1Pn5bCgnp2aTue, 17 Feb 2026 00:18:12 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHoffman Estates police continue to investigate a single-vehicle crash Friday evening that killed a 25-year-old Crystal Lake woman.57false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wonder-lake-man-accused-of-handcuffing-assaulting-woman-gets-7-years-in-prison--70089611artl_kPMvwUOp5kQMon, 16 Feb 2026 23:49:32 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Wonder Lake man accused of handcuffing a woman against her will and sexually assaulting her has been sentenced to seven years in prison.129false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/northeast-mchenry-county-local-leaders-tout-park-upgrades-economic-development--70089607artl_Dayv5Umww9PMon, 16 Feb 2026 23:33:28 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkOfficials from Richmond, Spring Grove, Volo, Fox Lake and Lakemoor updated the public on their communities at a area chamber event recently.221false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-referendums-will-mchenry-county-voters-see-on-the-primary-ballot--70089613artl_DPOm2uzrr1KMon, 16 Feb 2026 23:27:39 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWhat tax measures and other referendums will greet voters on the primary election ballot in McHenry County?208false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pingree-grove-woman-accused-of-huntley-home-burglary-animal-cruelty--70088326artl_WKBBEibl56KMon, 16 Feb 2026 23:17:44 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Pingree Grove woman was detained pretrial Monday in a Huntley burglary case, according to court records.105false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wonder-lake-area-residents-make-last-push-to-stop-slaughterhouse--70084309artl_2QdBkiy8rZaMon, 16 Feb 2026 15:45:17 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWonder Lake-area residents are making their final push to the McHenry County Board to reject a nearby slaughterhouse proposal. A vote is expected Tuesday.321false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-considers-how-to-honor-its-memorable-residents--70074017artl_1PXy4HA1LAQSun, 15 Feb 2026 23:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMcHenry's City Council is looking at how it wants to recognize residents in lieu of street sign program258false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lakewood-man-gets-9-years-in-prison-for-dui-crash-that-killed-his-passenger--70072665artl_1Pn5bCo2z9aSun, 15 Feb 2026 20:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Lakewood man has pleaded guilty in a drunk-driving crash that killed his passenger and was sentenced to nine years in prison.153false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ex-mchenry-smoke-shop-owner-accused-of-dealing-drugs-pleads-guilty-to-lesser-charge-gets-jail-time--70071421artl_xPk5YCWL9BKSun, 15 Feb 2026 17:55:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe former owner of a McHenry smoke shop has been sentenced to jail time and probation in a felony LSD possession plea deal.243false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/spurred-by-end-of-snap-education-programs-community-hub-in-woodstock-connects-those-in-need-with-help--70071420artl_NKDzNi879YPSun, 15 Feb 2026 17:50:40 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWoodstock Public Library now hosts monthly Community Hub events where various agencies help residents connect to resources, provide free services and answer questions.237false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/marian-central-qualifies-5-for-state-crowns-3-sectional-champions-at-class-2a-geneseo--70064475artl_NKDzNi8YRzPSun, 15 Feb 2026 04:03:29 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMarian Central qualified five wrestlers for state and crowned three sectional champions – Brendan Nardin, Dan French and Jimmy Mastny – at the Class 2A Geneseo Sectional. Plus results from 1A Byron and 2A Antioch in the wrestling roundup.211false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hampshire-s-knox-homola-coached-by-dad-leads-trio-of-whip-purs-headed-to-state--70064305artl_9aLpxt57d3aSun, 15 Feb 2026 02:29:30 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHampshire's Knox Homola won the 285-pound title at the Class 3A Barrington Sectional on Saturday, with dad Robert Homola stepping in as a coach. The Whips had three state qualifiers, while Huntley, McHenry and Dundee-Crown also qualified wrestlers.223false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hampshire-qualifies-4-for-state-leads-mchenry-county-teams-at-ihsa-schaumburg-sectional--70064139artl_2QdBki7LMJaSun, 15 Feb 2026 02:04:21 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHampshire qualified four individuals, including two champions, for the state tournament to lead all area schools during Saturday's IHSA girls wrestling sectional in Schaumburg. Six McHenry County teams qualified wrestlers for state.372false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/huntley-bowlers-ashlyn-tenglin-katie-scaletta-qualify-for-state-saturday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--70063946artl_WKBBEi6odgKSun, 15 Feb 2026 00:31:26 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHuntley's Ashlyn Tenglin and Katie Scaletta qualified for next weekend's IHSA state tournament in girls bowling, Richmond-Burton, Crystal Lake Central and Alden-Hebron won their first-round playoff games in girls basketball, and more in Saturday's...185false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cary-grove-co-op-takes-back-fox-valley-conference-invite-championship--70063267artl_DKJpZtqowBPSat, 14 Feb 2026 22:51:54 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCary-Grove co-op's boys swimming team took back the title at the FVC Invite on Saturday. C-G co-op's Charlie Edwards and McHenry's Robbie Rosenbaum earned co-Most Valuable Swimmer, and Huntley's Brayden Dudycha was named Newcomer of the Year.327false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/election-2026-what-to-know-about-how-to-vote-in-mchenry-county--70062151artl_MK4ylHdOnbaSat, 14 Feb 2026 18:10:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkEarly voting is underway for the March 17 primary election. Here's what you need to know to register and cast your ballot in person or by mail.276false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hobby-lobby-to-move-to-new-algonquin-location--70061377artl_1Pn5bCo9B0aSat, 14 Feb 2026 17:05:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Hobby Lobby in Algonquin is relocating to a new home still within the village’s boundaries.103false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/home-catches-fire-saturday-near-mchenry--70061389artl_JK62LsY0bgKSat, 14 Feb 2026 17:02:05 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkNo injuries were reported in an attic fire Saturday in a home near McHenry.110false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lake-in-the-hills-man-accused-of-sexually-assaulting-children--70061391artl_wQ0gGSyvYNPSat, 14 Feb 2026 16:27:24 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMichael C. Montero, 35, of Lake in the Hills is accused of sexually assaulting two children.103false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/harvard-man-18-accused-of-strangling-woman-until-she-crashed-out-then-sexually-assaulting-her--70059388artl_GK70XTxMeZaSat, 14 Feb 2026 14:02:45 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Harvard 18-year-old accused of strangling and sexually assaulting a woman after she “crashed out” has been detained in McHenry County jail pretrial.317false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/police-got-6-tips-that-wonder-lake-man-was-dealing-drugs-now-he-has-a-6-year-prison-sentence--70059387artl_2QdBki7d2oaSat, 14 Feb 2026 13:55:31 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Wonder Lake man has pleaded guilty to possession with intent to deliver heroin and was sentenced to six years in prison after authorities said several people tipped them off to his dealing.153false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-spirit-wear-shop-raise-13k-for-fire-damaged-downtown-businesses--70059389artl_6PGkeH4oe1PSat, 14 Feb 2026 13:35:21 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe owner of McHenry’s Freundly Designs teamed up with McHenry High School Athletics to create limited-edition “Riverside Strong” T-shirts, sweatshirts and hoodies.227false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ryan-murray-s-clutch-3-rallies-woodstock-past-johnsburg--70055830artl_zK3G5ckgWjKSat, 14 Feb 2026 05:00:18 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkRyan Murray came off the bench to hit two clutch 3-pointers, including the go-ahead shot with 44 seconds left, and Woodstock's boys basketball team beat host Johnsburg 50-47 to forge a first-place tie in the Kishwaukee River Conference.302false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aj-berndt-scores-1-000th-point-as-cary-grove-tops-crystal-lake-central-clinches-share-of-fvc-boys-hoops-title--70055831artl_damyZHV6YDaSat, 14 Feb 2026 04:28:34 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBehind a career-high 36 points from AJ Berndt, who surpassed 1,000 points for his career, Cary-Grove took down Crystal Lake Central 75-57 and clinched at least a share of the Fox Valley Conference boys basketball title.243false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/huntley-girls-wrap-up-5th-straight-fvc-title-friday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--70055824artl_kPMvwUGm2bQSat, 14 Feb 2026 04:23:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHuntley girls basketball wrapped up its fifth straight Fox Valley Conference championship, Crystal Lake South boys defeated Jacobs, and more in Friday's roundup.164false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/huntley-man-possessed-thousands-of-violent-and-explicit-images-of-child-sex-abuse-prosecutor-says--70053886artl_JagLNU4zBZPFri, 13 Feb 2026 23:21:15 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA prosecutor said Friday that a Huntley man viewed and shared more than 37,000 images and videos of “the most violent” sexual abuse of children, some as young as toddlers.178false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/more-high-school-students-across-mchenry-county-walk-out-of-class-to-protest-ice--70053305artl_XPvkGHp2GYQFri, 13 Feb 2026 22:28:33 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMore students from schools across McHenry County walked out of class Friday to protest the actions of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents.174false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/woodstock-gets-3m-in-federal-funding-for-route-47-widening--70052134artl_8Kw5rC1AkVPFri, 13 Feb 2026 19:15:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWoodstock has received $3.15 million in federal dollars for the upcoming Route 47 widening project. But city officials say they’re still on the hook for $9.5 million in project costs.230false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lake-county-man-charged-with-ramming-car-into-crystal-lake-home-cutting-cables-at-business-135k-in-damage--70048412artl_9aLpxt5mA6aFri, 13 Feb 2026 19:08:05 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Round Lake Beach man is accused of purposely driving his car into the garage of a Crystal Lake home and damaging a Crystal Lake business Thursday night, causing approximately $135,000 in damage, authorities said.171false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/norge-ski-jumper-kevin-bickner-enjoying-elder-statesman-role-at-winter-olympics-looks-ahead-to-large-hill--70048365artl_damyZHVAvBaFri, 13 Feb 2026 18:00:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWauconda native Kevin Bickner, who started ski jumping at Norge Ski Club in Fox River Grove, is enjoying his time as the elder statesman for Team USA at the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics.410false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ihsa-2026-girls-basketball-postseason-schedules-for-teams-across-mchenry-county--70035210artl_wQWylHYbVwaFri, 13 Feb 2026 12:00:12 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHere are the postseason regional schedules for girls basketball teams in McHenry County. First-round games tip off Saturday.365false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/here-are-key-2026-ihsa-girls-basketball-postseason-storylines-to-watch-in-mchenry-county--70035211artl_xPk5YCWXleKFri, 13 Feb 2026 12:00:10 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHow long can Johnsburg keep its undefeated season going? Will Huntley add to its recent history of postseason success? Which teams will end regional title droughts? Here are top girls basketball postseason storylines to watch in McHenry County.320false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brake-parts-which-has-shut-its-doors-in-mchenry-was-once-top-donor-to-local-charities--70035213artl_XQlJkF8AobaFri, 13 Feb 2026 11:27:29 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe United Way of Greater McHenry County lost a major sponsor years before corporate owners indicted in January.301false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/marengo-girls-defeat-woodstock-reach-20-wins-thursday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--70031598artl_JK62LsYrz9KFri, 13 Feb 2026 03:38:45 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMarengo girls basketball defeated Woodstock to reach 20 wins for the third time in four seasons, Alden-Hebron's Fabian Carreno scored 27 in an overtime win, and more in Thursday's roundup.102false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/marengo-man-charged-4th-time-since-2024-with-public-indecency-exposing-himself--70030661artl_qap4wU14lNaFri, 13 Feb 2026 00:00:54 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Marengo man has been charged for the fourth time since 2024 with public indecency involving lewd exposure, according to court records and police.189false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-man-admits-to-using-dark-web-facebook-to-sell-meth-is-sent-to-federal-prison--70030195artl_XQlJkF874daThu, 12 Feb 2026 23:21:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Crystal Lake man has been sentenced to eight years in federal prison for using the dark web and Facebook to distribute methamphetamine, authorities said.88false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2-vehicle-crash-at-sun-city-huntley-prompting-water-rescue-call--70027046artl_JagLNU4reRPThu, 12 Feb 2026 20:50:37 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA car ended up at the edge of a pond Thursday morning in Huntley's Sun City after two cars collided.95false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/search-of-huntley-home-results-in-17-charges-of-child-sex-abuse-images-against-20-year-old--70022424artl_kPMvwUGqZ3QThu, 12 Feb 2026 19:11:39 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Huntley man has been charged with 17 counts of possessing and distributing images of child sex abuse, police said in a news release Thursday.164false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/here-are-key-2026-ihsa-wrestling-sectional-storylines-to-watch-in-mchenry-county--70019103artl_JK62LsYxejKThu, 12 Feb 2026 18:00:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWill Marian Central's postseason dominance continue? Which classes have the most area representation? How many returning state medalists are still in the hunt? Here are top sectional wrestling storylines to watch in McHenry County.448false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/brush-fire-spreads-destroys-shed-in-huntley--70018318artl_9QemEu525AQThu, 12 Feb 2026 17:23:18 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA wood pile burning grew out of control, burning a small shed late Wednesday morning in Huntley, officials reported.99false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-man-tried-to-seduce-lure-child-with-promises-of-cash-gifts-authorities-say--70018310artl_1Pn5bCoeoOaThu, 12 Feb 2026 16:14:28 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Crystal Lake man accused of sending “sexually explicit” messages to a child and saying he wants to “kiss her from head to toe” has been detained in the county jail.214false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/wisconsin-man-accused-of-sexually-assaulting-crystal-lake-child-8--70013122artl_mabyJHGwEGKThu, 12 Feb 2026 11:10:31 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Wisconsin man was arraigned last week on charges alleging he sexually assaulted an 8-year-old child in Crystal Lake, according to court records and authorities.107false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/johnsburg-girls-basketball-team-caps-undefeated-regular-season-northwest-herald-wednesday-roundup--70005182artl_DPOm2uZzy9KThu, 12 Feb 2026 03:54:26 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkSummer Toussaint scored 20 points, Skye Toussaint added a double-double, and Johnsburg's girls basketball team completed an undefeated regular season with a 63-32 win over Harvard in Kishwaukee River Conference action. Plus, more in Wednesday's...177false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/huntley-shoots-past-hampshire-clinches-share-of-fvc-girls-basketball-title--70005194artl_7Q5y4HbbeEQThu, 12 Feb 2026 03:38:06 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAubrina Adamik drilled five 3-pointers and scored a game-high 17 points for Huntley, which made 10 triples and clinched at least a share of the Fox Valley Conference girls basketball title with a 56-30 win at Hampshire.235false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/updated-gas-line-leak-in-crystal-lake-repaired-after-alarm-upgraded-buildings-monitored--69999307artl_eQjyeHOONXPWed, 11 Feb 2026 23:39:34 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA street in downtown Crystal Lake was closed Wednesday due to a gas leak, with an alarm that was upgraded, officials report.102false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-county-veterans-organizations-receive-100k-state-grants-from-lottery-money--69999399artl_mabyJHGGYgKWed, 11 Feb 2026 22:51:38 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkTwo McHenry County-based nonprofits working directly with veterans were awarded grants this week, thanks to the Illinois Lottery.219false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bud-shanahan-crystal-lake-central-d-up-against-mchenry--69999410artl_eQjyeHOO54PWed, 11 Feb 2026 22:23:21 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBud Shanahan made his presence known at both ends of the court, and Crystal Lake Central beat visiting McHenry 55-38 in a Fox Valley Conference boys basketball game Tuesday night.254false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/new-woodstock-north-principal-named--69999361artl_wQ0gGSyyDBPWed, 11 Feb 2026 21:53:57 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkStudents at Woodstock North High School will see a familiar face leading the school next fall as Woodstock District 200 chose from within its ranks.172false6fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/new-woodstock-north-principal-named--69993322artl_1Kxw7fwwjEQWed, 11 Feb 2026 21:53:57 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkStudents at Woodstock North High School will see a familiar face leading the school next fall as Woodstock District 200 chose from within its ranks.172false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/updated-gas-line-leak-in-crystal-lake-repaired-after-alarm-upgraded-buildings-monitored--69991425artl_wQ0gGSyyk1PWed, 11 Feb 2026 21:44:50 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA street in downtown Crystal Lake was closed Wednesday due to a gas leak, with an alarm that was upgraded, officials report.106false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oliver-please-just-let-me-watch-the-super-bowl-and-commercials-and-show-in-peace--69991427artl_zK3G5ckkNbKWed, 11 Feb 2026 21:01:50 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFor a lot of people, the Super Bowl isn't about the game. Maybe it's about the commercials; maybe it's about the halftime show. For some of us, though, we want to see it all. Too bad we haven't found a way to do it yet.285false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/man-who-died-in-crash-near-richmond-tuesday-is-id-d--69999403artl_2QdBki77ZwaWed, 11 Feb 2026 20:56:40 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA man who died from a medical emergency while driving near Richmond Tuesday morning has been identified.119false9fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/man-who-died-in-crash-near-richmond-tuesday-is-id-d--69989503artl_MK4ylHddJvaWed, 11 Feb 2026 20:56:40 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA man who died from a medical emergency while driving near Richmond Tuesday morning has been identified.119false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clearbrook-offers-gifts-for-valentine-s-other-special-occasions-crafted-by-clients-with-disabilities--69999373artl_1Po8xtvvGAQWed, 11 Feb 2026 19:13:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkPeople looking for a unique self-care item for their valentine still have a chance to get a handmade gift from Clearbrook before the big day Saturday.272false11fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/clearbrook-offers-gifts-for-valentine-s-other-special-occasions-crafted-by-clients-with-disabilities--69989504artl_7Q5y4HbbAzQWed, 11 Feb 2026 19:13:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkPeople looking for a unique self-care item for their valentine still have a chance to get a handmade gift from Clearbrook before the big day Saturday.272false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/driver-dead-at-scene-of-single-car-crash-near-richmond--69999764artl_JK62LsYY1NKWed, 11 Feb 2026 11:15:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA man was pronounced dead after his car crashed off the road near Richmond Tuesday morning.111false15fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bud-shanahan-crystal-lake-central-d-up-against-mchenry--69967671artl_wQ0gGSyoEWPWed, 11 Feb 2026 04:48:16 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBud Shanahan made his presence known at both ends of the court, and Crystal Lake Central beat visiting McHenry 55-38 in a Fox Valley Conference boys basketball game Tuesday night.255false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jacobs-gets-16th-victory-back-to-500-in-fox-valley-tuesday-s-northwest-herald-sports-roundup--69967375artl_gaN16tRzqdKWed, 11 Feb 2026 04:12:50 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJacobs and Cary won in the FVC. Plus more area scores in Tuesday's Northwest Herald Sports Roundup.146false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jacobs-controls-the-glass-dominates-on-defense-in-fvc-win-at-huntley--69967376artl_mabyJHG45xKWed, 11 Feb 2026 03:24:59 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkElijah Bell scored 11 first-quarter points, while Carson Goehring sparked an 11-0 third-quarter run as Jacobs dominated defensively and on the glass in a 48-35 Fox Valley Conference win over Huntley.240false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/marengo-alerts-residents-about-elevated-manganese-levels-in-water--69999316artl_Dayv5U66M6PTue, 10 Feb 2026 22:42:26 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMarengo residents have received notices from the city about elevated manganese levels in the city’s water supply. What, if anything, do they need to do?298false21fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/marengo-alerts-residents-about-elevated-manganese-levels-in-water--69965532artl_damyZHVbezaTue, 10 Feb 2026 22:42:26 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMarengo residents have received notices from the city about elevated manganese levels in the city’s water supply. What, if anything, do they need to do?298false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/car-crashes-into-utility-pole-in-woodstock-closing-road-for-hours--69965531artl_2QdBki7Mg3aTue, 10 Feb 2026 22:40:53 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA portion of Dean Street in Woodstock was closed after a car crashed into a utility pole Tuesday afternoon, officials reported.87false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-election-questionnaire-brian-sager-mchenry-county-board-district-7--69965533artl_xPk5YCWb0BKTue, 10 Feb 2026 22:24:37 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBrian Sager: Data Centers are becoming the ‘unnecessary evil of modern society.’ Arguably, their location is and should be driven by underlying available resources, such as power grid provisions, and regionally increasing data demands. Read Sager's...444false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/driver-dead-at-scene-of-single-car-crash-near-richmond--69955077artl_gaN16tR31yKTue, 10 Feb 2026 16:19:11 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA man was pronounced dead after his car crashed off the road near Richmond Tuesday morning.111false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/facebook-connections-reunite-spring-grove-man-with-carhartt-jacket--69999781artl_WKBBEi66E4KTue, 10 Feb 2026 13:22:23 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Carhartt jacket, loaned by the owner's girlfriend to a woman shivering outside the Vixen in McHenry on New Year's Eve 2024, has been been returned.191false25fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/facebook-connections-reunite-spring-grove-man-with-carhartt-jacket--69952826artl_kPMvwUG3z5QTue, 10 Feb 2026 13:22:23 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Carhartt jacket, loaned by the owner's girlfriend to a woman shivering outside the Vixen in McHenry on New Year's Eve 2024, has been been returned.191false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/burlington-central-s-declan-wilson-already-standing-tall-northwest-herald-boys-basketball-notebook--69951115artl_eQjyeHOg7ePTue, 10 Feb 2026 12:00:08 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBurlington Central 6-foot-6 freshman forward Declan Wilson is just scratching the surface of his potential and might not be done growing. Plus, more in the Northwest Herald's boys basketball notebook.304false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/nora-terhaar-undistracted-prairie-ridge-fly-high-at-conant--69942509artl_AKz7lTbOWWaTue, 10 Feb 2026 06:17:42 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe future of IHSA co-op teams may be uncertain, but Prairie Ridge's girls gymnastics team isn't letting that bother it. Led by Nora Terhaar, who won two events, Prairie Ridge won the Conant Sectional with a score of 144.5750 on Monday night in...308false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/johnsburg-girls-basketball-notches-30th-consecutive-victory-monday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--69938050artl_wQ0gGSyNRqPTue, 10 Feb 2026 05:19:53 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJohnsburg girls basketball dominated Willows Academy to reach 30-0, Crystal Lake South's and Hampshire's girls earned wins and Marengo's boys topped Streamwood on senior night.103false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/huntley-withstands-the-pressure-tops-burlington-central-to-take-back-fvc-lead--69942148artl_2QdBki72LJaTue, 10 Feb 2026 05:17:11 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe pressure didn't get to Huntley, which prevented Burlington Central from wrapping up the Fox Valley Conference title on Monday night with a 53-39 win at Rocket Hill. The Red Raiders, looking to win a fifth straight FVC championship, lead the...284false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-central-students-walk-out-of-class-in-ice-protest--69896781artl_9QemEu5p4pQMon, 09 Feb 2026 21:21:23 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAbout 100 Crystal Lake Central High School students walked out of class Monday to protest the actions of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents.132false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/helping-foster-parents-help-kids-is-goal-of-family-support-fund-in-mchenry-county--69891046artl_wQWylHYEG9aMon, 09 Feb 2026 18:22:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkKaren and John Ferrero of Crystal Lake, who have been foster parents themselves, have helped CASA McHenry County create the Family Support Fund, providing opportunities for foster parents and children.304false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/northwest-herald-athlete-of-the-week-johnsburg-s-summer-toussaint--69886399artl_XQlJkF8RJZaMon, 09 Feb 2026 12:00:07 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJohnsburg sophomore Summer Toussaint became the 11th player in program history to score 1,000 points and helped lead the Skyhawks to their first conference championship since 2017. Toussaint is the Northwest Herald Athlete of the Week.217false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/huntley-district-158-fills-school-board-vacancy-after-andy-bittman-s-sudden-departure--69881352artl_damyZHVGm1aMon, 09 Feb 2026 00:41:15 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHuntley School District 158 has a new school board member, who was named to replace former board President Andy Bittman, who quietly resigned over winter break.154false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-crafters-finish-projects-faster-than-they-can-find-places-to-donate-them--69881333artl_qap4wU15mxaMon, 09 Feb 2026 00:37:20 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe women who craft together each Thursday morning at the McHenry Moose Lodge #691 are looking for more locations to donate to223false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/more-than-12m-pouring-into-9th-congressional-district-race--69881354artl_BaYyLHZ7plaMon, 09 Feb 2026 00:18:39 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWith more than $12 million in contributions, the Democratic primary in Illinois’ 9th District is the highest-priced congressional contest in the state, a Daily Herald analysis of federal records revealed.665false5fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/more-than-12m-pouring-into-9th-congressional-district-race--69881334artl_JagLNU4wl3PMon, 09 Feb 2026 00:18:39 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWith more than $12 million in contributions, the Democratic primary in Illinois’ 9th District is the highest-priced congressional contest in the state, a Daily Herald analysis of federal records revealed.665false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/man-convicted-of-sexually-assaulting-child-in-woodstock-gets-36-year-sentence--69880524artl_1Po8xtv5n0QSun, 08 Feb 2026 23:14:29 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJesus Zepeda, who was found guilty in December on two counts of predatory criminal sexual assault of a child, each a Class X felony, was sentenced to 36 years in prison.180false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chemical-smell-in-air-coming-from-south-algonquin-area-fire-officials-say--69876312artl_8Kw5rC1ELDPSun, 08 Feb 2026 17:53:15 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLocal officials are investigating the cause of a chemical smell in the air reported Sunday morning.103false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/north-carolina-man-accused-of-reaching-for-illegally-owned-gun-during-altercation-in-marengo-rv-park--69999360artl_7Q5y4HbbmoQSun, 08 Feb 2026 17:01:15 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA North Carolina man staying in an RV park in Marengo is accused of having an altercation while possessing a firearm he was not allowed to own because of a felony conviction, according to court records.190false42fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/north-carolina-man-accused-of-reaching-for-illegally-owned-gun-during-altercation-in-marengo-rv-park--69876303artl_ya2V7sneomaSun, 08 Feb 2026 17:01:15 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA North Carolina man staying in an RV park in Marengo is accused of having an altercation while possessing a firearm he was not allowed to own because of a felony conviction, according to court records.190false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/happy-jack-s-is-back-iconic-mchenry-spot-reopens-with-new-owners--69876314artl_6PEgDSjv1ZKSun, 08 Feb 2026 16:36:07 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMcHenry's Happy Jack's restaurant, which has operated for decades in town, has reopened and is serving up subs, burgers and ice cream under new ownership.210false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lawsuit-settled-in-beef-between-mchenry-golf-club-addison-s-steakhouse--69876315artl_qap4wU1XnNaSun, 08 Feb 2026 16:31:30 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLawsuits filed between Addison’s Steakhouse and the McHenry Golf Club have been settled, according to documents filed recently in McHenry County court.126false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/johnsburg-girls-hoops-stay-unbeaten-set-program-record-with-29th-win-saturday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--69868643artl_wQWylHY7BoaSun, 08 Feb 2026 03:05:22 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJohnsburg girls basketball stayed undefeated and set a program record with its 29th win, Prairie Ridge and Richmond-Burton competitive cheerleading took fifth at state, Huntley girls bowling was runner-up at regionals, and more in Saturday's roundup.276false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-delays-vote-on-drive-thru-dunkin-location-again--69867625artl_VaRgzSMn41PSun, 08 Feb 2026 00:08:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAfter another lengthy discussion and a community meeting with neighboring residents, the Crystal Lake City Council postponed its vote on a possible third Dunkin’ Donuts location for a second time.246false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hampshire-crowns-four-champions-leads-mchenry-county-teams-at-ihsa-girls-wrestling-regional--69867628artl_ya2V7snvlZaSun, 08 Feb 2026 00:07:40 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHampshire led the McHenry County area with four champions, while Huntley, McHenry and Jacobs also landed champions during the IHSA girls wrestling regional at Hampshire High School on Saturday.393false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-adds-more-parking-restrictions-around-lake-roots-to-appease-neighbors--69867626artl_JKV25swmzDKSat, 07 Feb 2026 23:57:44 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCrystal Lake continues to add more street parking regulations in response to a new café that is bringing in more cars to a residential area because its parking lot can't accommodate all its customers.146false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/harvard-man-accused-of-possessing-hundreds-of-videos-of-children-pleads-guilty-to-single-image-gets-7-years--69867621artl_nP9zWiBRe3QSat, 07 Feb 2026 23:24:47 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Harvard man accused of possessing 217 videos depicting children, some toddlers, being sexually abused pleaded has pleaded guilty to possessing one image and was sentenced to seven years in prison.169false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/laid-off-workers-at-mchenry-s-brake-parts-say-company-claimed-jobs-were-safe--69863571artl_ya2V7sngwgaSat, 07 Feb 2026 15:20:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkEmployees at the now-shuttered Brake Parts in McHenry say they were told their jobs were safe in months leading up to closure. Now hundreds are out of work and the company founder indicted.325false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-election-questionnaire-phil-andrew-u-s-house-of-representatives-9th-district--69862108artl_GK70XTx0ZqaSat, 07 Feb 2026 12:00:08 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkPhil Andrew: We are witnessing a dangerous concentration of executive power that undermines the checks and balances our democracy depends on. Read Andrew's full election questionnaire here2423false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-election-questionnaire-sam-polan-u-s-house-of-representatives-9th-district--69862998artl_NKDzNi8VZmPSat, 07 Feb 2026 12:00:07 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkSam Polan: My priorities are simple: make life more affordable, protect our democracy and the rule of law, and restore competence and trust in our government. Read Polan's full election questionnaire here1818false4fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-election-questionnaire-mike-simmons-u-s-house-of-representatives-9th-district--69862469artl_eQjyeHOzLNPSat, 07 Feb 2026 12:00:07 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMike Simmons: I will advocate for major federal investment in public transit, including CTA and regional rail, because reliable transit is essential to economic opportunity in Chicagoland. Read his full election questionnaire here630false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-election-questionnaire-bushra-amiwala-u-s-house-of-representatives-9th-district--69862107artl_7PABni294zQSat, 07 Feb 2026 12:00:07 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBushra Amiwala on top priorities for Congress: In Illinois’ 9th District, three urgent challenges shape daily life: affordability, education, and healthcare. My first year in Congress will focus on delivering real relief in each of these areas. Read...1738false3fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-election-questionnaire-john-elleson-u-s-house-of-representatives-9th-district--69861728artl_9aLpxt5BX6aSat, 07 Feb 2026 12:00:07 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJohn Elleson on his top legislative priorities: "Addiction and mental health services, immigration reform, fiscal responsibility." Read Elleson's full election questionnaire here212false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-election-questionnaire-laura-fine-u-s-house-of-representatives-9th-district--69862471artl_WKBBEi6jLzKSat, 07 Feb 2026 12:00:06 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLaura Fine on a top priority for Congress: Grocery prices and overall inflation remain unacceptably high for most Americans, and families are feeling the strain every single day. To improve the economic outlook, we must take decisive steps. Read...1180false5fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/aj-berndt-cary-grove-outlast-burlington-central--69856389artl_WKBBEi60ObKSat, 07 Feb 2026 05:23:26 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAJ Berndt scored 20 points, including five 3-pointers, and Cary-Grove's boys basketball team won a physical battle with host Burlington Central 55-47 Friday night in a Fox Valley Conference showdown.251false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/huntley-s-steve-raethz-earns-500th-career-win-friday-s-northwest-herald-sports-roundup--69856078artl_9QemEu5B29QSat, 07 Feb 2026 05:13:10 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkHuntley girls basketball coach Steve Raethz earned his 500th career win, Crystal Lake Central's Allison Shackle earned a regional girls bowling title, seven McHenry County-area competitive cheerleading teams advanced to the IHSA state finals, and more...339false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/adam-anwar-s-career-best-36-points-leads-mchenry-to-fvc-victory-at-jacobs--69856084artl_zPrG2c0m0WQSat, 07 Feb 2026 04:24:47 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAdam Anwar poured in a career-high 36 points and drilled four triples as McHenry controlled the third quarter during its 61-50 win over Jacobs in Fox Valley Conference action Friday evening.251false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mallory-glover-s-career-night-helps-crystal-lake-south-top-hampshire--69855807artl_6a84OUyDGVaSat, 07 Feb 2026 03:43:48 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCrystal Lake South junior Mallory Glover tossed in a career-high 14 points on 6-of-7 shooting while sophomore wing Gaby Dzik led the Gators with 15 points in a 58-50 Fox Valley Conference win over Hampshire on Friday night.286false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-man-charged-with-grooming--69852953artl_VaRgzSMEE5PSat, 07 Feb 2026 01:58:54 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Crystal Lake man is accused of sending sexual messages to a minor, according to authorities.87false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-man-reports-to-federal-prison-for-defrauding-investors-out-of-8m--69852598artl_GK70XTxn1kaSat, 07 Feb 2026 01:25:54 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA Crystal Lake man who pleaded guilty to a multimillion-dollar Ponzi scheme in federal court started his 4 1/2-year prison sentence Friday after multiple attempts to push it back.254false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/owner-of-richmond-equestrian-center-accused-of-sexually-assaulting-minor-jailed--69851862artl_JKV25swngrKFri, 06 Feb 2026 23:39:02 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe owner of an equestrian training center has been accused of sexually assaulting a minor on the Richmond property.274false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jacobs-high-school-searching-for-new-principal--69851504artl_BaYyLHZLq5aFri, 06 Feb 2026 22:54:56 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCommunity Unit School District 300 is seeking a new principal for Jacobs High School in Algonquin as its current principal moves into a districtwide role.149false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/man-who-served-time-for-crystal-lake-motel-drug-bust-allegedly-found-with-cocaine-switchblade--69850580artl_gaN16tR6WnKFri, 06 Feb 2026 20:28:57 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA man who served prison time for possessing cocaine found in his Crystal Lake motel room in 2023 faces new drug and weapons charges, court records show.149false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/woodstock-eyes-more-regulation-of-video-gaming--69850572artl_qap4wU1A47aFri, 06 Feb 2026 20:25:04 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkWoodstock doesn’t have any video gambling-only establishments – and the city wants to keep it that way.285false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/victim-id-d-from-fatal-new-year-s-eve-crash-near-harvard--69848844artl_JagLNU4V6vPFri, 06 Feb 2026 17:48:39 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkInvestigators used DNA to definitively identify man killed in Harvard New Year's Eve crash.105false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-election-questionnaire-jeff-walter-u-s-house-of-representatives-11th-district--69847354artl_xPk5YCWM9VKFri, 06 Feb 2026 15:32:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJeff Walter: I support strong border security and the continued mission of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, because a nation without secure borders cannot enforce the rule of law or protect public safety. Read Walter's full election...1037false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cary-grove-co-op-boys-swimming-dominates-fvc-dual-thursday-s-northwest-herald-sports-roundup--69845334artl_nP9zWiBp6nQFri, 06 Feb 2026 13:57:03 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCary-Grove boys swimming cruised to an FVC dual meet win, Marengo girls basketball picked up a nonconference win over St. Edward, and more in Thursday's roundup.122false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fun-continues-for-carreno-brothers-improved-alden-hebron-in-win-over-olsha--69838518artl_XPvkGHpnm6QFri, 06 Feb 2026 04:19:29 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBrothers Fabian and Aldo Carreno combined for 40 points, and Alden-Hebron's boys basketball team beat visiting OLSHA 61-33 Thursday night for its 11th win. The Giants won one game last season.247false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/marengo-boys-and-girls-basketball-win-thursday-s-northwest-herald-sports-roundup--69836697artl_1Kxw7fw8vRQFri, 06 Feb 2026 04:13:42 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMarengo boys and girls basketball picked up nonconference wins. Plus more scores from around the area in Thursday's Northwest Herald Sports Roundup89false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/marian-central-edges-out-washington-geneseo-downs-batavia-at-ihsa-class-2a-dual-sectional--69836698artl_damyZHVxxqaFri, 06 Feb 2026 03:54:08 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkDan French earned his 100th career victory, Brendan Nardin notched the dual-clinching pin, and Marian Central edged out Washington 37-33 to win its IHSA 2A team sectional match Thursday evening. Geneseo took down Batavia 55-16.289false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hearts-permanently-broken-driver-in-dui-crash-that-killed-island-lake-man-sentenced-family-tells-of-grief--69831712artl_1Kxw7fwjYLQFri, 06 Feb 2026 02:00:49 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBefore a packed courtroom in McHenry County Thursday, friends and family of 24-year-old man killed by a drunk driver spoke of the light and love he brought to their lives.423false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sprinkler-system-saves-garage-fire-from-spreading-in-crystal-lake-apartment-complex--69831714artl_ya2V7sn5lRaFri, 06 Feb 2026 00:14:29 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA fire that broke out in a garage of a multifamily apartment complex in Crystal Lake was quickly put out thanks to a sprinkler system that prevented the fire from spreading into homes, officials said.129false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-election-questionnaire-joe-sosnowski-state-representative-69th-district--69820430artl_qap4wU1epWaThu, 05 Feb 2026 20:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJoe Sosnowski on the state's long-term pension obligations: We need to 1. move new employees to a 401K system; 2. continue to make full annual payments, and 3. increase the retirement age while not enhancing benefits. Read Sosnowski's full...312false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/woodstock-sets-up-relief-fund-for-route-47-businesses-affected-by-roadwork--69814000artl_gaN16tRVR2KThu, 05 Feb 2026 16:02:32 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAhead of the years-long Route 47 widening project, Woodstock is aiming to offer relief grants to businesses along the corridor who might be affected.233false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gaby-dzik-scores-31-points-in-crystal-lake-south-win-wednesday-s-northwest-herald-roundup--69812643artl_WKBBEi6WMpKThu, 05 Feb 2026 14:09:51 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCrystal Lake South's Gaby Dzik scored 31 points and made five 3-pointers in a win against Prairie Ridge, Harvard girls earned their first conference win of the season, and more in Wednesday's roundup.194false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-brake-parts-operation-closes-hundreds-of-jobs-lost-parent-company-founder-charged--69842861artl_wQWylHYL5baThu, 05 Feb 2026 11:15:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBrake Parts Inc. LLC has permanently closed its McHenry operations and 389 employees there will be or have already been laid off, according to the company's state filings.270false12fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-brake-parts-operation-closes-hundreds-of-jobs-lost-parent-company-founder-charged--69820438artl_XQlJkF8EgkaThu, 05 Feb 2026 11:15:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBrake Parts Inc. LLC has permanently closed its McHenry operations and 389 employees there will be or have already been laid off, according to the company's state filings.270false6fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/seniors-energy-sparks-woodstock-against-richmond-burton--69804752artl_XPvkGHpO7vQThu, 05 Feb 2026 05:19:26 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMax Beard came off the bench to score 24 points on senior night, and Woodstock's boys basketball team beat visiting Richmond-Burton 58-40 in front of a spirited home crowd Wednesday night.277false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/norge-ski-club-ends-association-with-local-bar-over-sign-club-says-encouraged-violence--69798339artl_WKBBEi6DRyKThu, 05 Feb 2026 01:56:20 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkNorge Ski Club has dropped one of its ticket vendors for its annual ski jump event after a photo went viral on social media showing a sign displayed at the establishment in which the ski club says “encouraged violence.”212false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-brake-parts-operation-closes-hundreds-of-jobs-lost-parent-company-founder-charged--69797078artl_nP9zWiBYlzQThu, 05 Feb 2026 00:02:29 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkBrake Parts Inc. LLC has permanently closed its McHenry operations and 389 employees there will be or have already been laid off, according to the company's state filings.272false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/woodstock-will-install-flock-cameras-in-the-square-despite-strong-opposition--69797079artl_eQjyeHO73OPWed, 04 Feb 2026 23:24:51 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA deeply divided Woodstock City Council has agreed to install Flock surveillance cameras on Woodstock Square – a vote that came after five hours of discussion and overwhelmingly opposition among those who spoke.408false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lake-in-the-hills-police-to-move-into-new-station-thursday--69796361artl_WKBBEi6Dd1KWed, 04 Feb 2026 22:29:27 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe Lake in the Hills Police Department is moving into its new station later this week.133false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-election-questionnaire-marty-mohr-mchenry-county-board-district-8--69793176artl_wQ0gGSy8eBPWed, 04 Feb 2026 21:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkMarty Mohr: I am open to renewable energy, but I am firmly opposed to the state’s current approach, which strips local communities of their decision-making power. Read Mohr's full questionnaire here407false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2026-election-questionnaire-larry-w-smith-mchenry-county-board-district-8--69793175artl_9QemEu5g83QWed, 04 Feb 2026 21:00:01 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkLarry W. Smith on top priorities for the McHenry County Board: Reducing taxes, creating jobs and protecting our farmland and open spaces are important to the voters in District 8294false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mchenry-county-grand-jury-indictments-for-the-week-of-dec-10-16-2023--69799444artl_NKZGXc31JwaWed, 04 Feb 2026 20:31:14 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkA McHenry County grand jury indicted these people on the following charges the week of Dec. 10 - 16, 2023.266false11fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/oliver-what-do-you-want-to-be-when-you-grow-up-can-be-a-hard-question-to-answer--69792177artl_VaRgzSMy18PWed, 04 Feb 2026 19:32:56 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFor a lot of us, the answer to the childhood question "What do you want to be when you grow up?" took a winding path until we found our calling.301false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/next-up-in-the-family-ithandehui-rosas-making-her-mark-with-harvard-wrestling--69784916artl_kPMvwUGgJGQWed, 04 Feb 2026 12:00:08 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkAs a sophomore, Ithandehui Rosas became the first Harvard girls wrestler to qualify for the IHSA state meet. After missing her junior year, Rosas, whose brother and cousins were successful Harvard wrestlers, is ready to make her mark.335false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/elijah-bell-jacobs-wear-it-well-in-win-over-dundee-crown--69780322artl_1Kxw7fwdqeQWed, 04 Feb 2026 05:06:43 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkElijah Bell showed off an all-around game and a new headband in leading Jacobs to a 52-41 win over visiting Dundee-Crown in a Fox Valley Conference basketball game Tuesday night in Algonquin.255false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/johnsburg-girls-hoops-win-first-conference-title-since-2017-tuesday-s-northwest-herald-sports-roundup--69779758artl_1Pn5bCobqYaWed, 04 Feb 2026 04:14:23 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkJohnsburg's girls basketball team defeated Plano to win its first conference championship since 2017, Cary-Grove's boys stayed atop the FVC standings with a win against Huntley, and more in Tuesday's roundup.193false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/crystal-lake-south-crashes-the-boards-rallies-for-fvc-win-at-burlington-central--69779755artl_6PGkeH46m1PWed, 04 Feb 2026 04:01:00 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkCrystal Lake South controlled the boards and Carson Trivellini emerged in the second half, finishing with 26 points as the Gators rallied to beat Burlington Central 63-60 during Fox Valley Conference action Tuesday night.258false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chimney-fire-breaks-out-near-marengo-officials-issue-safety-warning--69775998artl_ya2V7snjYNaWed, 04 Feb 2026 00:11:32 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkFirefighters were able to extinguish a chimney fire before it spread to the home near Marengo Monday evening, and officials warn residents of the dangers of mismanaged chimneys.144false1fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/above-the-crowd-norge-tournament-soars-as-olympics-preview--69777386artl_wQ0gGSyE4pPTue, 03 Feb 2026 23:26:11 +0000Shaw Local News NetworkThe 121st edition of the Norge Ski Club’s annual winter tournament in Fox River Grove was a tale of fire and ice.201false2full