Why the U.S. Attorney Wants to Keep George Ryan in Jail

This is a long one and for that I apologize. But I want to have the basics of the U.S. Attorney’s case against former Governor George Ryan on McHenry County Blog and this seemed a good way to put it … Continue reading

Bicyclists Get Special “Share the Road” License Plate, “Choose Life” License Plate Supporters Get Shaft from Jack Franks

Why not? I saw one from another state on our vacation in June, but the photo didn’t turn out. July 5th, Governor Pat Quinn signed a bill to allow “Share the Road” license plates. A minimum of 1,000 would have … Continue reading

Wisconsin License Plates on the Jeep Keith Nygren Drives

I found this Wisconsin license plate in the parking lot of D’Andrea the night of the event for Appellate Court Justices Mary Schostok and Ann Jorgensen. While looking for a big, lit up Nygren sign in the parking lot, I … Continue reading

Message of the Day – Forever

Think this license plate refers to the intention of its owners to stay married? It says, FOREVER Today is the anniversary of my parents’ wedding on July 31, 1938. There’s the happy couple. When I clicked on the wedding certificate, … Continue reading

Woodies Invade Crystal Lake Main Beach – Part 4

Here’s the fourth installment of the Woodies on display at the Crystal Lake Park District’s Main Beach last Sunday, July 26th. A 1957 Ford Thunderbird convertible was the next car my camera lens focused on. It also has a vanity … Continue reading