Woodstock News

WOODSTOCK – The McHenry County Department of Health will begin its beach sampling program Wednesday to ensure residents enjoy a safe and healthy swimming season.

A jury previously found Timothy S. Smith, 28, guilty for the death of Kurt Milliman over Memorial Day weekend in 2011.

WOODSTOCK – McHenry County Board Chairwoman Tina Hill will not pursue a vote tonight to replace a member of the Public Health and Human Services Committee.

On the heels of Monday's disastrous tornado that killed dozens and injured more than a hundred people in Oklahoma, McHenry County officials gave tips for area residents to be better prepared when disaster strikes.

WOODSTOCK – The alleged victim in a sex abuse case against his one-time youth mentor said the man was sexually aroused when he pulled down the boy's pants and spanked him.

WOODSTOCK – In honor of Memorial Day, local author Steve Aavang will be at the Woodstock Public Library, 414 W. Judd St., at 7 p.m. Thursday to discuss his book, "In Love with Freedom: the True Story of a Remarkable Woman." Aavang grew up as part of a five-generation Woodstock family, but he will take attendees on a journey back 100 years ... (more)

Lathan Goumas - lgoumas@shawmedia.com A graduate fans herself with the program to keep cool Sunday during the 2013 commencement ceremony at Woodstock High School in Woodstock.

Michael Jones sings from a hymnal during the 2013 commencement ceremony Saturday for Faith Lutheran High School at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Crystal Lake.

Woodstock North High School graduates wear 2013 sunglasses Saturday during a rap by two students at the 2013 commencement ceremony in Woodstock.

WOODSTOCK – Improvements planned for two McHenry County Conservation District facilities this summer will bring them in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the district's executive director said.

WOODSTOCK – To the traditional Chicagoan, replacing classic pizza toppings like sausage and pepperoni with their turkey equivalent could be regarded as a sin.

Police departments in the area have kicked off their annual Click It or Ticket Campaigns through the Memorial Day holiday weekend.

Note: The following information was obtained from Huntley Police Department arrest reports.

Dian Micklevitz speaks Tuesday about the programs offered by McHenry County Workforce Network in Woodstock.

McHenry County Board members will have two politically-sensitive choices that Chairwoman Tina Hill is asking them to make next week regarding the embattled Mental Health Board.

WOODSTOCK – A 49-year-old Marengo man was sentenced Thursday to 18 years in prison for sexually assaulting an underage family member for more than a decade.

McHenry County advocates for same sex marriage are planning to hold a peaceful vigil later today in Woodstock.

WOODSTOCK – Displaying optimism for the coming years, city leaders put the spotlight on economic development during a State of the City luncheon that began with a tribute to recently deceased Mr.

Girl Power will be on display when 820 girls from throughout McHenry County run, walk or skip in the Girls on the Run Northwest Illinois signature 5K run.

WOODSTOCK – Calling him a danger to the public, Judge Sharon Prather on Thursday rejected a request to reduce the bond for a Wisconsin man charged with this 10th DUI.