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Amid retirement reports, Schakowsky says she’ll announce decision May 5

By Russell Lissau
Apr 23, 2025 3:38 pm - Veteran Democratic U.S. Rep. Jan Schakowsky of Evanston on Wednesday said she hasn’t made up her mind about running in 2026 but will announce her intent soon.
Branches of history: Celebrate Arbor Day with a timeline of historic trees in the U.S.

By Mark Spreyer, Stillman Nature Center
Apr 23, 2025 11:40 am - Prior to Earth Day showing up on the April calendar, Arbor Day was, and still is, celebrated on the fourth Friday in April. Trees, especially oaks, played a role in our country’s history long before they got a day of their own.
Northern Illinois Food Bank’s 12th annual Fight Hunger Run/Walk returns May 3 to Cantigny Park

Submitted by Northern Illinois Food Bank
Apr 21, 2025 11:03 pm - Over 1,600 runners and spectators will fill Cantigny Park for Northern Illinois Food Bank's 12th annual 5K/10K run/walk supporting food programs across 13 counties.
Political newcomer outraised U.S. Rep. Schakowsky in 9th District last quarter, records show

By Russell Lissau
Apr 20, 2025 9:00 pm - As Democratic U.S. Rep. Jan Schakowsky of Evanston decides whether to seek a 15th term in 2026, a political novice already is campaigning for the 9th District seat.
The Land Conservancy of McHenry County hosts a Vernal Pool Hike April 26

Submitted by The Land Conservancy of McHenry County
Apr 18, 2025 3:44 pm - Learn about vernal pools which host frogs, fairy shrimp and toads during the Land Conservancy of McHenry County’s Vernal Pool Hike in Harvard on Saturday, April 26.
At Foster town hall, concerns over Social Security, tariffs – and if Democrats wants to impeach Trump again

By Claire O'Brien
Apr 18, 2025 8:12 am - In front of a generally friendly crowd in red McHenry County, U.S. Rep. Bill Foster explained Democrats’ “calculation” on whether to impeach President Donald Trump again.
Follett Content donates sales to Kids In Need

Submitted by Amy Piedra
Apr 11, 2025 8:57 pm - Edythe’s Book Nook, the employee bookstore of McHenry’s Follett Content, recently announced the donation of $1,300 from its January and February 2025, sales to Kids in Need McHenry County.
Local land conservancy to host ‘Preserving the Family Farm’ seminar

Submitted by The Land Conservancy of McHenry County
Apr 11, 2025 3:17 pm - A free seminar on May 1 will cover financial and legal aspects of putting agricultural conservation easements on farms to prevent development. It will feature a panel of experts and preserved landowners.
Authorities identify man killed by police during standoff

By Michelle Meyer
Apr 11, 2025 2:12 pm - A man who barricaded himself inside a home near Crystal Lake Thursday before he was shot dead by police has been identified.
Officials: McHenry County sheriff’s deputy shoots, kills armed man

By Melynda Findlay Shamie
Apr 10, 2025 11:39 pm - A McHenry County sheriff’s deputy shot and killed an armed man who had barricaded himself inside a home near Crystal Lake Thursday evening, officials said.

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