January, 2018 Stories | McHenry Times

Elizabeth A. Suchor acquires 7410 Custer Court, Fox Lake

By Metric Media News Service | Jan 17, 2018

On Jan. 17, 2018, Elizabeth A. Suchor sold their property at 7410 Custer Court, Fox Lake to Elizabeth Aniolkowska for $40,000.

Emily S. Reed sells 438 Blue Springs Drive, Fox Lake

By Metric Media News Service | Jan 17, 2018

On Jan. 17, 2018, John S. Zurawski purchased a property at 438 Blue Springs Drive, Fox Lake from Emily S. Reed for $159,900.

Analysis: 51 percent of Martin students fail annual tests

By Local Labs News Service | Jan 17, 2018

Academic results data released recently reveals 49 percent of Martin Elementary School students are considered on track for the next grade level.

Statewide test results: 54 percent of Martin students failed math

By Local Labs News Service | Jan 17, 2018

About 46 percent of Martin Elementary School students passed annual math assessments in 2017 and 54 percent of students failed.

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Skillicorn sees 'culture of corruption' as fueling state's population decline

By Justin Stoltzfus | Jan 16, 2018

Illinois isn't as big a chunk of America as it used to be, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, and even people from outside the state are startled by the changing population numbers.

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IL Rising: Rep McSweeney Consolidating Local Government

By LGIS News Service | 7 years ago

Rep. David McSweeney speaks with Dan and Pat about government consolidation.

Skillicorn says Chicago needs spending reform, not bailout

By Robert Hadley | Jan 16, 2018

As pressure mounts on the city of Chicago to address its debt crisis, some have suggested the state should help the city cover its expenses. Rep. Allen Skillicorn (R-East Dundee) is among those saying enough is enough.

Report: McHenry ranks 9th among largest Illinois counties for abortions performed in 2016

By LGIS Newsfeed | Jan 16, 2018

McHenry County accounted for 360 of the 38,382 abortions performed statewide in 2016, according to an Illinois Department of Public Health report issued in December, which tracks abortions performed on an annual basis.

Statewide test results: 35 percent of Marlowe failed English language arts

By Local Labs News Service | Jan 16, 2018

About 65 percent of Marlowe Middle School students passed annual English language arts assessments in 2017 and 35 percent of students failed.

Gardner Hjerpe (heir), Adam Hjerpe (heir), Jacklyn Torres (heir), Patricica Breeding (heir), Laurie Black (heir), Patricia Breeding (heir) and Joan R. Black (deceased) (by heirs) sell 763 Regency Park Drive, Crystal Lake

By Metric Media News Service | Jan 16, 2018

On Jan. 16, 2018, Marie C. and Maria Horvat purchased a home at 763 Regency Park Drive, Crystal Lake from Gardner Hjerpe (heir), Adam Hjerpe (heir), Jacklyn Torres (heir), Patricica Breeding (heir), Laurie Black (heir), Patricia Breeding (heir) and Joan R

Statewide test results: 55 percent of Marlowe students failed math

By Local Labs News Service | Jan 16, 2018

About 45 percent of Marlowe Middle School students passed annual math assessments in 2017 and 55 percent of students failed.

Analysis: 45 percent of Marlowe students fail annual tests

By Local Labs News Service | Jan 16, 2018

Academic results data released recently reveals 55 percent of Marlowe Middle School students are considered on track for the next grade level.

McSweeney: Property tax reform effort starts with consolidation

By Glenn Minnis | Jan 15, 2018

Rep. David McSweeney (R-Barrington Hills) seems hopeful that the timing might finally be right for the property tax proposal he’s been promoting for a long time.

Ugaste favors putting U.S. students a head of line for state financial aid

By Glenn Minnis | Jan 15, 2018

Dan Ugaste doesn’t have a problem with the state of Illinois taking care of its own before thinking of extending a hand to others.

Skillicorn joins call to legalize hemp production

By Glenn Minnis | Jan 15, 2018

State Rep. Allen Skillicorn (R-East Dundee) has joined the growing ranks of those publicly advocating for the legalization of industrial hemp in Illinois.

Algonquin Township may have broken law by selling street sweeper, watchdog group says

By Brent Zell | Jan 15, 2018

A watchdog group is raising questions about the sale of machinery previously owned by Algonquin Township and whether the sale broke the law.

Algonquin Township Clerk captured on video removing records and more!

By LGIS News Service | Jan 15, 2018

A simple Freedom of Information Act request has now lead to yet another denial of records, however, the video evidence is going to be problematic for more than just Karen Lukasik.