Crystal Lake-Cary|News|
Mental Health Referendum, Tax Hike Appears On Tuesday Ballot
Voters will be asked to approve the sales tax increase, which would mean a decrease in the property tax levy, county officials say.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
- Crystal Lake-Cary, IL
Amie is an award-winning journalist with more than 20 years of professional writing and editing experience. She has been an editor with Patch since the company launched in 2010, and she started Lake in the Hills Patch. Currently, she manages several news websites in the Chicago area, including Crystal Lake-Cary Patch, Algonquin-Lake in the Hills Patch, Grayslake Patch and Libertyville Patch and works for the national breaking news team.
Before her time with Patch.com, she worked for daily newspapers, specializing in crime and court coverage as well as politics and local government.
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St. Charles, IL|News|
No-Refusal Anti-DUI Initiative Held St. Paddy's Day Weekend
The Kane County State's Attorney's Office and local police agencies will team up to make the initiative possible.
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Grayslake, IL|News|
Man Arrested For Slashing Family Member Across Face: Police
The 54-year-old man faces aggravated domestic battery charges following the attack.
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St. Charles, IL|News|
Beloved Kane Co. Sheriff's Police Dog Dies
Arko's handler, Lt. Michael Wilgosiewicz, said the explosive detection K9. would "do anything to keep me safe."
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
St. Charles, IL|News|
St. Charles Considers Closing Walnut Avenue For Summer Dining
A city committee is considering the change to allow for outdoor dining.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Arlington Heights, IL|News|
Coroner IDs Schaumburg Woman Killed In 3-Vehicle Crash
The collision happened Tuesday afternoon in Lake Barrington.
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Algonquin-Lake In The Hills, IL|News|
Coroner IDs Woman Killed In 3-Vehicle Lake Barrington Crash
The collision happened Tuesday afternoon in the area of Route 59 and Miller Road.
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Algonquin-Lake In The Hills, IL|News|
Man Who Caused Fatal Boat Crash Convicted Of 3rd DUI
Ricky McGuire of Wonder Lake has been convicted for driving while under the influence.
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Grayslake, IL|News|
Portion Of Route 83 In Grayslake To Close For 10 Weeks
The Illinois Department of Transportation began construction work on the realignment portion of Route 83 from Route 137 to the Metra tracks.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
St. Charles, IL|News|
New Apartment Complex Opens In St. Charles
Springs at St. Charles features 320 townhome-style apartment homes.
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St. Charles, IL|News|
St. Patrick's Day Parade Winners Announced
The annual parade in St. Charles drew more than 80 parade entrants this year.
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Arlington Heights, IL|News|
Schaumburg Woman Killed In 3-Vehicle Crash
The three-vehicle crash happened Tuesday afternoon in the area of Route 59 and Miller Road.
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Algonquin-Lake In The Hills, IL|News|
Man Convicted Of Choking Huntley High Student
The 43-year-old Algonquin man will be sentenced in May.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Algonquin-Lake In The Hills, IL|News|
1 Killed In Lake Barrington Crash
The three-vehicle crash happened Tuesday afternoon in the area of Route 59 and Miller Road.
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Crystal Lake-Cary|News|
Opening Dates At Three Oaks Announced
The marina at the Crystal Lake recreation area is set to open in April and the swimming beach and scuba zone will open in May.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Algonquin-Lake In The Hills, IL|News|
Mother Who Did Not Properly Feed, Care For Child Gets Prison Time
The 6-year-old child was diagnosed with scurvy and rickets due to the lack of proper nutrition and medical care, authorities said.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary|News|
Nominations Sought For McHenry Co. Educator Of The Year Awards
The awards are meant to recognize McHenry County’s top teachers, administrators and support staff.
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Algonquin-Lake In The Hills, IL|News|
Randall Oaks Zoo Opens Next Weekend
A sign that warmer weather is ahead: a popular local zoo in West Dundee will open on March 23.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
St. Charles, IL|News|
Andy's Frozen Custard Opens Friday, Gives Away Free Custard For Year
A grand opening celebration will take place this week at the new Andy's Frozen Custard in St. Charles.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Grayslake, IL|News|
Firefighters, Officers Act Quickly To Save Driver In Submerged Vehicle
A vehicle went into a pond off South Atkinson Road last week. The driver became stuck inside as the vehicle sunk, authorities said.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
