McHenry County's 5 most-read stories: April 5-11

Experimental pill promises new hope for deadly pancreatic cancer

A novel pill helped people with advanced pancreatic cancer live longer, researchers reported Sunday, raising hopes of long-needed better treatments for one of the deadliest types of cancer.

Emilio Gandarilla’s first varsity homer powers Downers Grove North past Yorkville to regional title

No. 9 hitter Emilio Gandarilla's first varsity home run, a two-run shot with two out in the fifth inning, broke a tie, and Downers Grove North went on to a 12-7 win over Yorkville in the Class 4A Oswego East Regional final for the Trojans' fourth straight regional title.

People Over Parking Act kicks in Monday: what you need to know

The People over Parking Act prohibits municipalities from enforcing their parking minimums for development projects within a half mile of a public transportation hub.

Foundation distributes $119K to 18 DeKalb County nonprofits

Eighteen local organizations will receive a share of $119,900 in Community Needs Grants from the DeKalb County Community Foundation to help local programming.

DeKalb residents invited to Ward 7 meeting June 3

DeKalb Ward 7 residents are invited to attend a meeting on June 3 led by 7th Ward Alderman John Walker to discuss issues, opportunities and concerns in the city of DeKalb.