Adorable kitten hopes to be part of package deal with his brother

Tornado confirmed near Huntley Wednesday

At least one tornado did occur near Huntley Wednesday, the National Weather Service has confirmed. A line of serious storms brought hail and damaging winds near the McHenry-Kane border from Huntley to Carpentersville.

A growing community of recovering gamblers lifts each other up as formal resources lag

From Capitol News Illinois: For all its good, most members recognize GA as only one piece in a larger puzzle of recovery resources.

Deputy honored on 50th anniversary of his End of Watch

On June 15, the Lake County Sheriff’s Office honored the life, service, and sacrifice of Deputy Gary D. Murphy on the 50th anniversary of his End of Watch.

City of Hope Cancer Center Chicago launches ‘Hope Line’

Coinciding with National Cancer Survivors Month (June), City of Hope Cancer Center recently unveiled the Hope Line in Zion.

Sheriff’s K-9 teams qualify for national competition

Two Lake County Sheriff’s Office K9 teams earned top honors and qualified for national competition after competing in the 2026 United States Police Canine Association Region 5 Certification Trials, Patrol Dog Trial and Detection Dog Trial in Evansville, Indiana.