McHenry Man Charged With DUI After Head-On Crash With Semi

Authorities say the 42-year-old crossed into oncoming traffic near Crystal Lake before colliding with a semi-truck.

Crystal Lake Man Arrested On Child Sex Abuse Material Charges

Police said the investigation began through the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force.

Driver Not Injured After Freight Train Hits Vehicle In McHenry County: Authorities

The vehicle and driver were found near Huntley after first responders could not locate them at the railroad crossing.

Man Found Guilty Of First-Degree Murder in Son’s Shooting

A jury deliberated for less than an hour before finding James R. Piezonka guilty in the 2025 shooting death of his 31-year-old son.

Worker Seriously Injured In Electrical Accident At Dollar General Construction Site

The man suffered an electrical injury and fell from a ladder Wednesday at the Woodstock store, officials said.

1 Killed In Crystal Lake-Area Crash

A single vehicle left the roadway and struck a tree Sunday morning on Butternut Drive, according to Crystal Lake Fire Rescue.

Driver Treated After SUV Crashes Into Lakewood Residence: Officials

Fire crews secured the scene after the vehicle entered the home’s attached two-car garage.

What’s Haunting Volo Museum?: New Walking Tour Invites Visitors To Investigate

The fall experience takes guests through reported paranormal hot spots, historic Volo Cemetery and a new investigation room.

Police Respond After Person Climbs Tower; School Buses Rerouted: Police

Negotiators are communicating with the person near Hancock Drive and East Wonder Lake Road in Wonder Lake, officials said.

E-Bike Rider, 22, Seriously Injured In Crash: Police

The man was hospitalized after an e-bike collided with pickup truck Monday night at Richmond and McCullom Lake roads in McHenry, police said

Woman, 41, Accused Of Sexually Assaulting Boy, 16: Police

A Barrington woman faces six felony charges after police said the alleged sexual contact occurred on multiple occasions.

Judge Allows Lawsuit To Move Forward In Deadly Fox River Boat Crash

Plaintiffs are seeking more than $50,000 on each of three claims as they investigate whether others should be named as defendants.

Teen Driver, Passenger Injured In Crystal Lake Crash

A Ford Explorer struck a tree early Tuesday after police say it was traveling at a high rate of speed.

Speed Limit Lowered Through 'Cary Curve' On Route 14

IDOT lowered the limit from 35 mph to 30 mph through downtown Cary following a state traffic study.

McHenry County's First Cannabis Dispensary Drive-Thru Coming To Woodstock

Terrabis plans to open the drive-thru at its South Eastwood Drive location by the end of September.

Police Squad Entered Intersection On Red Light Before Fatal Crash: Police

The squad car had its emergency lights and siren activated when it entered the Route 12 intersection in Spring Grove, police say.

Man, 45, Dies In Motorcycle Crash: Police

A 45-year-old Burke man died after his motorcycle collided with a turning vehicle Friday night, police said.

2 West Nile Virus Cases Confirmed In McHenry County

Three additional probable cases have been identified as 13 mosquito batches in the county test positive for the virus.

McHenry Co. Warns Of Scam Emails Targeting Permit Applicants

Fraudulent messages use real zoning and permit information to make them appear legitimate, officials said.

Man Held Without Bond After Alleged Sexual Abuse Of Minor

Milton Espino-Mejia, 25, is charged with aggravated criminal sexual abuse and traveling to meet a minor.

$18B Data Center Deal | Teen Siblings Killed In DUI Crash | Juvenile Bicyclist Seriously Injured

Plus, 65-year sentence in brutal park attack | Dumbbell, knife used in murder, prosecutors said | Stabbing leads to lockdowns at 2 hospitals

McHenry Co. Man Accused Of Approaching Deputy With Knife

Nicholas Miller, 31, faces a felony weapons charge and was denied pretrial release.

Man Pleads Guilty In DUI Crash That Killed Teen Siblings: Prosecutors

Land faces sentencing next month after pleading guilty to DUI charges in the crash that killed an 18-year-old woman and her younger brother.

Man Sentenced To 65 Years In Brutal Park Attack

The Wisconsin man was convicted of attempted murder and aggravated battery after the 2024 attack, prosecutors said.

Juvenile Bicyclist Seriously Injured In Crystal Lake Crash

The bicyclist was flown to a Level I trauma center in serious but stable condition.

Cary Man Charged With Possessing, Disseminating Child Sex Abuse Material

Police said an investigation began in April after information was received through a national Internet Crimes Against Children task force.

Accused Burglar Found Stuck Covered In Grease In Chimney At Restaurant: Authorities

The 24-year-old allegedly broke into a Waukegan restaurant and became trapped in its ventilation system overnight, officials said.

Person Critically Injured In East Dundee Crash

SUV collided with a semi-truck on East Main Street, trapping one person inside, officials said.

Man Sentenced After Starving Dogs Found In Home With Dead Animals: Prosecutors

Jason Pastryk was sentenced to 60 days in jail after a jury found him guilty of animal cruelty involving two severely malnourished dogs.

Crystal Lake Woman Pleads Guilty To Felony Animal Sexual Conduct

Katelyn Heiden, 28, pleaded guilty to a felony charge involving sexual contact with a dog, with sentencing set for November.

Crystal Lake Boy’s Death Remains Under Investigation Months Later

Police have released few details since the 8-year-old was found unresponsive in his home June 6.

Man, 47, Dies Days After ATV Crash: Officials

Ty Barton, 47, died Tuesday after suffering serious injuries in a single-ATV crash Sunday, authorities said.

Residents Calls For Speed Limits During Fox Waterway Agency Board Meeting After Deadly Boat Crash

Magdalena Jablonska, 48, was killed when a boat traveling at high speed hit her last month on the Fox River.

Village Weighs Disbanding Police Department, Outsourcing Services

Holiday Hills is considering contracts with McHenry County Sheriff's Office or Island Lake Police Department.

‘Lethal Threat’: Algonquin Teen Accused In 127-MPH Police Chase

The 18-year-old was arrested weeks earlier after allegedly driving 106 mph in a construction zone, according to officials.

Police Seek Boat, Occupants After Fatal Fox River Crash

Investigators say the boat seen on Petite Lake before the July 25 collision is not believed to have been involved.

Fox River Fatal: Murder Charge Filed Against Boater

Richard Stevenson, 45, also faces 8 DUI-related felony charges in the July 25 fatal collision.

Husband Drops Lawsuit Against Nicor After Deadly House Explosion

An investigation found theexplosion was caused by a gas leak from the home's water heater piping, according to authorities.

Man Flown To Hospital After Falling From Bike: Authorities

The bicyclist suffered a potentially serious head injury and was flown to a Level 1 trauma center, authorities said.

Man Charged With Sexually Abusing Child, Ordered Held Without Bail

Prosecutors allege Victor Agaton-Mora communicated with the child through Snapchat and TextNow before meeting with the child multiple times.