McHenry Times

Federal judge rules against concealed carry ban on public transit

By McHenry Times | Sep 8, 2024

On August 30, a federal judge in Rockford ruled that the state's prohibition on carrying concealed weapons on public transportation and in public transportation facilities was unconstitutional. This ruling applies specifically to the four plaintiffs named in the suit, who will now be allowed to carry concealed weapons on CTA and Metra services.

Which former McHenry Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Sept. 9?

By McHenry Times | Sep 8, 2024

These former McHenry Times area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Sept. 9.

McHenry Times area weekly mass times

By McHenry Times | Sep 7, 2024

The following parishes in the McHenry Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

McHenry County collects $678,500 in County Motor Fuel Tax in June

By McHenry Times | Sep 7, 2024

In June, McHenry County saw a decrease in County Motor Fuel Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Cheapest premium gas in cities across McHenry County in week ending Aug. 31

By McHenry Times | Sep 6, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout McHenry County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 31, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

2 gas stations in cities throughout McHenry County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Aug. 31

By McHenry Times | Sep 6, 2024

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout McHenry County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Aug. 31, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

2 gas stations in cities throughout McHenry County had the cheapest E85 gas in week ending Aug. 31

By McHenry Times | Sep 6, 2024

The lowest price of E85 gas in cities throughout McHenry County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Aug. 31, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

National Food Bank Day encourages community support for food insecurity

By McHenry Times | Sep 6, 2024

This National Food Bank Day, let’s come together to support those in our communities who face food insecurity. Any action to help a local food bank, such as donating or volunteering, can help make a difference! We have some wonderful local food pantries filled with top-notch staff and volunteers who work extremely hard to keep our community members served!

Illinois legislative processes scrutinized amid partisan working group exclusions

By McHenry Times | Sep 6, 2024

On September 6, 2024, a candidate for the Illinois House of Representatives from the majority party stated, “I am committed to listening to all views and working with anyone to create the most efficient, transparent and beneficial system.” This statement highlights the ongoing debate over legislative processes in Illinois.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within McHenry County in week ending Aug. 31?

By McHenry Times | Sep 6, 2024

The only price of E15 gas in cities throughout McHenry County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 31, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in McHenry County in week ending Aug. 31?

By McHenry Times | Sep 6, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout McHenry County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 31, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

From North Cook News

10th Congressional District candidate Carris on surviving plane hijacking by Palestinian group: ‘There was shooting behind us, and the plane exploded’

By North Cook News reports | 3 months ago

10th Congressional District candidate Jim Carris delivered a heartfelt and impassioned plea for U.S. action in response to the recent escalation of violence in Israel.

Senators Wilcox and Syverson host Medicare seminar in Richmond

By McHenry Times | Sep 5, 2024

Senators Craig Wilcox (R-McHenry) and Dave Syverson (R-Cherry Valley) invite those interested in learning more about the federal Medicare program to attend a free informational session that will be held in Richmond on September 11.

Crystal Lake residents paid 38th-largest sum in sales taxes in Illinois during June

By McHenry Times | Sep 4, 2024

Crystal Lake residents paid $2 million in sales taxes, the 38th highest total paid per municipality in June.

Cheapest E15 gas in cities across McHenry County in week ending Aug. 24

By McHenry Times | Sep 3, 2024

The only price of E15 gas in cities throughout McHenry County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 24, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

McHenry County residents paid 10th-largest sum in sales taxes in Illinois during June

By McHenry Times | Sep 3, 2024

McHenry County residents paid $3.3 million in sales taxes, the 10th highest total paid per county in June.

Senate transportation committee gathers public input on regional transit reform

By McHenry Times | Sep 3, 2024

Senate Transportation Committee Meets at ECC to Receive Kane/McHenry Input on Public Transit Plan

McHenry Times area weekly mass times

By McHenry Times | Sep 2, 2024

The following parishes in the McHenry Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

McHenry County residents pay $275,614 in County Sales Tax in June

By McHenry Times | Sep 2, 2024

In June, McHenry County saw an increase in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

McHenry County taxpayers give $1.3 million in County Share of RTA Sales Tax in June

By McHenry Times | Sep 2, 2024

In June, McHenry County saw an increase in County Share of RTA Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.