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December 28, 2025
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Crystal Lake Commission Approves Zoning Change for New 179-Home Subdivision: A city commission in Crystal Lake has approved a zoning change for a 63-acre parcel at 275 S. Main Street, moving forward plans for a subdivision of 179 single-family homes by Atlanta-based Pulte Homes. The site, initially designated for an Amazon Distribution Center in 2021, will instead feature new homes with variable lot sizes, as well as public green spaces and parks. The planned development aims to utilize the area for residential growth following the cancellation of the previous warehouse project. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Dec 28)
December 14, 2025
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Developer Proposes 178 Single-Family Homes on Former Warehouse Site in Crystal Lake: Pulte Homes, a developer headquartered in Atlanta, has announced plans to construct 178 single-family residences on a 63-acre parcel at 275 S. Main Street in Crystal Lake. The land was previously approved as the future site of an Amazon distribution center, though the company abandoned those plans in 2021. Home sizes will range from 1,600 to 3,800 square feet, and the design includes green spaces, community parks, and sidewalks. The project replaces what was once envisioned as a major commercial facility. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Dec 14)
October 29, 2025
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James Cook's Record Rushing Day Leads Bills to Victory Over Panthers: The Buffalo Bills ended their losing streak with a commanding 40-9 win over the Carolina Panthers after their bye week. Running back James Cook set a personal and franchise milestone by rushing for 216 yards and scoring two touchdowns, the highest single-game total for a Bills player since 1976. Quarterback Josh Allen contributed both through the air and on the ground, breaking an NFL record for combined passing and rushing touchdown games. The Bills' defense forced three turnovers and tallied seven sacks in the win. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Oct 26)
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Syracuse Football Suffers Fourth Consecutive Loss Against No. 7 Georgia Tech: The Syracuse University football team endured its fourth straight defeat, falling 41-16 to seventh-ranked Georgia Tech in Atlanta. The Orange started with early defensive plays but struggled offensively, managing just three points before halftime. Syracuse narrowed the gap early in the third quarter, but missed defensive chances allowed Georgia Tech to regain momentum and pull away. The Orange now hold a 3-5 overall record and a 1-4 mark in ACC play. (Source: Fingerlakes1.com on Oct 25)