In McHenry County County schools, 901 Black students were enrolled in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.
The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) has announced the upcoming Drug Take Back Day, scheduled for April 26, 2024. This event is aimed at providing communities nationwide with the opportunity to dispose of old and unneeded medications in a safe and proper manner.According to the DEA, Take Back Day is a free event that allows individuals to drop off their unused medications at designated collection sites. The initiative aims to prevent drug misuse and environmental contamination by ensuring that medications are disposed of correctly.As stated by the announcement,...
John Maki of Richmond, Illinois, has pleaded guilty to one count of First-Degree Murder in exchange for a prison sentence of twenty-six years and six months. The announcement was made by Patrick D. Kenneally, McHenry County State’s Attorney.According to Kenneally, Maki entered the negotiated plea on April 24, 2024, following an incident on May 15, 2019, where police responded to a call at Maki's residence on Serenity Path, Richmond. The police found 19-year-old Dylan Sanchez shot to death in the home, with Maki being identified as the second individual present.The...
The Illinois Farm Bureau’s docuseries, “Fields Apart: Rooted Together,” has been garnering attention for its portrayal of the shared characteristics and challenges that rural and urban farmers face in Illinois.According to the article on Advantage News, the docuseries aims to highlight the diversity of farming in Illinois and showcase the unity between different farming communities. The series delves into the lives of farmers and explores the commonalities that exist despite the differences in farming practices and locations.As stated in the article, the Illinois Farm...
In an announcement made today, Patrick Kenneally expressed his deep appreciation for the opportunity to serve as the state's attorney for McHenry County. Kenneally stated, "I love the job and will carry with me an abiding sense of gratitude for having had the opportunity to represent the wonderful people of McHenry County."Reflecting on his decision to step down, Kenneally highlighted the challenges he faces in his personal life, including raising four young children and caring for two ailing parents. He emphasized the importance of being able to fully commit to the...
The Illinois State Capitol has reopened after being placed on lockdown following a bomb threat. According to CBS News, the Capitol Complex was secured by the State Capitol Police."We cannot thank our State Capitol Police enough for all that they do to keep the Capitol Complex safe," said an official statement regarding the incident.The lockdown was lifted, and operations at the State Capitol have resumed. The authorities have not disclosed any further details regarding the bomb threat or its credibility.The safety and security of government buildings are paramount,...
Senator Craig Wilcox recently co-sponsored legislation aimed at giving law enforcement more authority to evict squatters from properties where they have no legal standing. Speaking about Senate Bill 3658, Wilcox stated, "No person shall have a right or legal standing to occupy or remain on or in any real property, residence, or structure if the person has no written property interest under a written lease or rental agreement with the owner." The bill has been recommended for approval by the Senate Judiciary Committee.In a separate event, hundreds of supporters of the...