From the Coroner: McHenry County Coroner, Dr. Michael Rein, announced that his office was contacted on January 19, 2026 by McHenry County Sheriff’s Office to investigate the death of Robert Morris, age 50, of Wonder Lake. Mr. Morris was discovered off the […]
From the Tax Foundation: Larger Tax Refunds Are Coming This Filing Season Tax season begins next week: When taxpayers file their 2025 returns this year, many will see noticeably larger refunds than in recent years—up to $1,000 higher on average. The One Big […]
In September Governor JB Pritzker called for earmarking 4% in state spending that could be cut. Yesterday, Pritzker targeted just one percent savings in the budget. From The Center Square: Pritzker says $481.6 million put in reserves, GOP questions state spending By […]
From a new Republican organization, GOP Voter Information Project: Republican Governor and Lieutenant Governor Candidates to Address Illinois Voters at Public Forum in McHenry Tickets are currently available for free at GOPVIP.com/forum McHenry, IL — As Illinois voters prepare for the March […]
From Huntley Police: Predatory Criminal Sexual Assault Arrest The Huntley Police Department announces the arrest of Robert Scott Henze (58 years old) of the 10900 block of Janice Drive, Huntley, IL, on the charges of Predatory Criminal Sexual Assault and Aggravated Criminal […]
You have to see and hear this to believe it:
Bushra Amiwala spoke at Wednesday’s Democratic Party of McHenry County monthly meeting at McHenry County College. “I was honored to join the Democratic Party of McHenry County this evening as we imagined a more prosperous future for our district. “Organizations like these […]
The first ad for Phillip Andrews:
From the Circuit Court: 22nd Judicial Circuit Announces Appointment ofRichard A. Behof as McHenry County Public Defender WOODSTOCK, IL – The Circuit Judges of the 22nd Judicial Circuit Court of Illinois have appointed Richard A. Behof as the next Public Defender for […]
I heard of no presence in the 9th Congressional District on the part of Citizen Action Illinois, but maybe there is some in the Chicago and North Shore part of the district. In any event, Danial Biss has been endorsed by the […]
While most of the action concerning Members of Congress who represent part of McHenry County is in the 9th district (consisting of only Algonquin Township), the 10th, which covers much of the northeast part of the county also has a contest. Incumbent […]
Kat Abughazaleh, one of the leading 9th congressional district candidates for the Democratic Party nomination, missed an important meeting yesterday and issued statement explaining why. The guts of it is below: .The full statement is here. Here is Wikepedia’s explanation.
From the McHenry County GOP the Voter Information Project:
From the campaign of R. Cary Capparelli: ILLINOIS SENATE CANDIDATE CAPPARELLI ANNOUNCES ALL-STAR ENDORSEMENTS CHICAGO, IL — Professional athletes and entertainers travel the nation and world giving them a strong perspective of the political landscape domestically and globally. An all-star lineup of […]
From the Northwestern Daily: The GOP candidate who has gotten the most free press is Rocio Cleveland. She is on the ballot with Paul Friedman, Mark Su and John Elleson. Cleveland is a paraprofessional. She got her start in politics as Hispanic […]
McHenry County GOPAC is the largest Political Action Committee in McHenry County. Just $250 short of $205,000. There was no fundraising this year, but $4,200 was spent. The expenditures contain Plus $203 in smaller amounts.
From the U.S. Attorney: FORMER SUBURBAN CHICAGO POLICE OFFICER CONVICTED OF FEDERAL CORRUPTION CHARGES CHICAGO — A former suburban Chicago police officer has been convicted of federal corruption charges for conspiring to steal cash and drugs from occupants of vehicles during traffic […]
The invisible campaign on Rick Heidner made it to McHenry County Wednesday. Direct mail was delivered by the Post Office. Here is the first one, an introduction to the candidate with six panels:
From the Woodstock Fire/Rescue District: Forklift Incident on Washington Street On January 21, 2026, at 8:23 a.m., the Woodstock Fire/Rescue District responded to the 14400 block of Washington Street in unincorporated Woodstock for a reported motor vehicle accident with entrapment. While crews […]
Previously this week, McHenry County Blog published articles showing the financial status of the McHenry County Democratic Party and the McHenry County Democratic Women have a hefty bank account. Now, let’s look at the local GOP. Money in the bank at the […]
From Marengo Park Board President Marty Mohr: “It was bittersweet seeing Chief Nathan Hayes get sworn in as Cary’s new police chief. Cary Mayor Mark Kownik swears in Nathan Hayes as Police Chief with the Chief’s wife Amy at his side. “In […]
From State Senator Darby Hills: Senator Hills Advocates for Survivors and Highlights Local Impact During National Human Trafficking Prevention Month nity leaders to discuss the realities of trafficking, strategies for prevention, and how we can strengthen laws to hold traffickers accountable. Human […]
From the Sheriff: Sheriff’s Office Investigates Single-Vehicle Crash Near Wonder Lake A 50-year-old man from Wonder Lake was pronounced deceased following a single-vehicle rash in the 7700 block of Howe Road near Wonder Lake. On Monday, January 19 at approximately 8:29 a.m., […]
Yesterday we took a look at the financial situation of the McHenry County Democratic Party. There’s another money pot controlled by Democratic Party women. The Political Action Committee called “McHenry County Democratic Women had $29,642.97 as of the beginning of 2026. The […]
From State Rep. Marty McLaughlin: Here’s what this new expensive law means for Illinois families and businesses: This is another top-down experiment from Springfield that ignores warnings of energy shortfalls while driving up bills for hardworking Illinoisans. It prioritizes green mandates over […]
From Senate Democrats: Preston outlines measure to overhaul state’s tax sale system, stop predatory speculation SPRINGFIELD – State Senator Willie Preston held a press conference last Tuesday to outline his Property Justice and Community Recovery Act – long-term structural reform to stop wealth […]
It appears urban renewal is possible due to a devastating fire of two buildings on Riverside Drive From the McHenry Fire Protection District: On January 18, 2026, at approximately 12:07 p.m., the McHenry Township Fire Protection District (MTFPD)was dispatched to a reported […]
According to the campaign finance report filled with the Illinois State Board of Elections, the McHenry County Democratic Party had $50,093.97 available at the end of the year. Most of the $7,332.16 in campaign contributions came in amounts less that $150. The […]
From State Senator Chris Balkema: Illinois Budget has Grown 5x Faster than the Economy I am working hard to make Illinois a more welcoming place for both small businesses and large employers, because a strong private sector is essential to a strong state. […]