Crystal Lake-Cary|News|
Griswold Station Wagon Makes Its Rounds In Chicago Area
Ted Ray is at it again, with holiday lights covering most of his McHenry home and his Griswold-inspired station wagon drawing crowds.
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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Crystal Lake-Cary|News|
Bird Flu Confirmed In Woodstock, Across Illinois: Officials
Bird flu has sickened and killed geese and ducks in various locations in Illinois, according to Illinois Department of Natural Resources.
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Crystal Lake-Cary|News|
Snowy Owl Hit, Killed | Grinch Snips XMas Lights | Child Dies From RSV
Here is a roundup of top stories from the past week in the northern suburbs.
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Crystal Lake-Cary|News|
Snowy Owl Hit, Killed By Vehicle In McHenry County
A passerby spotted the owl on the side of Bull Valley Road near Crystal Lake Road in McHenry at about 5 a.m. Tuesday.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary|News|
2 IL Breweries Are Among 30 Best In U.S., Beer Pros Say
VinePair, an online media company covering wine, spirits and beer culture, has announced its picks for the 30 best breweries in the U.S.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary|News|
Child Dies From RSV In McHenry County
The death marks the first death from Respiratory Syncytial Virus in McHenry County in 2024.
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Crystal Lake-Cary|News|
Slick Roadways Lead To Crashes In McHenry County
The collisions happened near Harvard and Cary Thursday night.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Grayslake, IL|News|
Man Arrested For Stealing Credit Cards From Cars In Antioch: Police
Jose Tobias faces charges of residential burglary, identity theft and unlawful use of a credit card.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary|News|
Stomach Flu Cases On Rise In Schools In McHenry County
The McHenry County Department of Health has seen an increase in acute gastrointestinal enteritis cases.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary|News|
Police Warn Of Scam; Serial Killer Not On Loose In Area: Cops
The post has been circulating on social media, which warns the public about a serial killer that's on the loose.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Algonquin-Lake In The Hills, IL|News|
Masked Robbers Steal From ATM At Bank In Lake In The Hills
Police say several suspects wearing masks approached the ATM while it was being serviced by a technician Tuesday evening.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Grayslake, IL|News|
Where Are The Best Holiday Lights In Grayslake?
Patch and T-Mobile are partnering to help you compile a list of lights around Grayslake that deserve a drive-by.
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Grayslake, IL|News|
5 Lake Co. Businesses Cited For Selling Alcohol To Minors
The Lake County Sheriff's Office conducted compliance checks at 55 businesses that sell alcohol in the county.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
St. Charles, IL|News|
New Forest Preserve Fest Offers 'Nature-Based Arcade Experience'
The family-friendly winter festival will run from noon to 3 p.m. on Jan. 18 at Creek Bend Nature Center, at 37W700 Dean Street.
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Crystal Lake-Cary|News|
Bar At Ice Rink Seeks Approval To Extend Alcohol Service Hours
The request by the Time Out Tap at Crystal Ice House is meant to accommodate alcohol service during figure skating and hockey events.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Crystal Lake-Cary|News|
Mental Health Expert Shares Tips For Fighting 'Holiday Blues'
Leonetta Rizzi, Executive Director McHenry County Mental Health Board, shares tips for dealing with holiday stress and sadness.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
Libertyville, IL|News|
D128 Superintendent Search: Interviews Begin For New Superintendent
The district's hired search firm, BWP & Associates, will begin interviews this week with 10 to 12 candidates.
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Libertyville, IL|News|
Man, 34, Killed In Waukegan Crash: Coroner
The collision happened in the area of Greenwood Avenue and Amstutz Expressway on Sunday night.
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Grayslake, IL|News|
Coroner IDs Man, 75, Killed In I-94 Crash
Eric Kott, of Oak Creek, Wisconsin, died from blunt force injuries to the head sustained as the result of a crash.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
St. Charles, IL|News|
New Coroner Takes The Helm In Kane County
Monica Silva is Kane County's newest coroner.
Amie Schaenzer, Patch Staff
