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January 1, 2026
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Cary House Fire Displaces Family and Leaves Dog Missing: A significant house fire on the 1300 block of Mulberry Lane in Cary resulted in the complete destruction of the residence and its contents. Multiple fire departments responded to the scene, battling the blaze for several hours on Wednesday afternoon. Although firefighters arrived within minutes, they were unable to save the home or rescue the family's missing dog. The incident has left the affected family without a home as they search for their pet. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Jan 1)
December 28, 2025
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Lake County Cancer Survivors Recognized at Chicago Bulls United Center Event: Two breast cancer survivors from Lake County, including a resident of Gurnee, were honored at the Chicago Bulls' United Center on December 17. They participated in the Bulls' exclusive 'Court of Dreams' experience, which acknowledged Advocate Health Care cancer patients and survivors. The event highlighted the Bulls guard Tre Jones' ongoing advocacy for breast cancer awareness, inspired by his own family’s experience with the disease. The recognition aimed to celebrate survivors and raise awareness in the local community. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Dec 28)
December 26, 2025
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Lake County Sheriff’s Canine Locates Missing Woman in Distress Near Barrington: On Christmas night, Lake County Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a missing woman in mental distress near Barrington, Illinois. The incident occurred when an adult left her family's residence near Route 59 and Cuba Road and was not adequately dressed for cold weather. Sheriff’s Canine Lux and deputies conducted a search, eventually locating the woman hiding behind a home. Paramedics transported her to a hospital for mental health support and medical evaluation. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Dec 26)
December 22, 2025
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Crystal Lake Cancer Survivor Honored During Chicago Bears Game Ceremony: Kendall Albright of Crystal Lake was recognized as a special guest at the Chicago Bears’ recent game against the Green Bay Packers. After being diagnosed with breast cancer just two weeks after her wedding, Albright underwent treatment at Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital in Barrington and is now cancer-free. She participated in the Bear Down Flag Ceremony at Soldier Field, where her husband joined her on the field. The honor celebrated both her personal resilience and her recovery journey. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Dec 22)
December 21, 2025
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McHenry County Fire Departments Join Operation North Pole Event for Children: Several fire departments from McHenry County participated in the Operation North Pole Christmas train event, aimed at providing support and joy to children facing serious or terminal illnesses and their families. The event marked the return of the holiday train after a five-year pause, offering gifts to the children and collecting food donations for local pantries. Residents in the Chicago area were encouraged to show support as families took part in this annual trip. The initiative sought to uplift local families during the holiday season. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Dec 21)
December 17, 2025
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Pregnant Woman Hospitalized After Car Hits Stopped Garbage Truck Near McHenry: A two-vehicle crash occurred Tuesday morning on the 3000 block of North Ringwood Road in unincorporated McHenry, Illinois. A pregnant woman, the only person in her car, struck the rear of a stopped garbage truck, resulting in significant vehicle damage. Responders from the McHenry Township Fire Protection District and the McHenry County Sheriff’s Office were on scene shortly after 9 a.m. The injured woman was transported to a local hospital for evaluation and care. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Dec 17)
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Sick Sandhill Crane Rescued After Nine-Day Effort in Lake County: After a prolonged nine-day rescue operation, Flint Creek Wildlife Rehabilitation successfully captured a sick sandhill crane in Lake County. The rescue began after a report on December 4 about the bird, which had been seen near Prairieview School in Hainesville. Despite several attempts and adverse conditions, the organization persisted until the crane was finally secured in critical condition. Flint Creek Wildlife is providing care for the injured bird at its Barrington facility. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Dec 17)
December 10, 2025
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Live Power Lines Spark House Fire in Algonquin, Multiple Departments Respond: Early Wednesday morning, broken electrical lines fell across two yards, a house, and a car on the 800 block of Oceola Drive in Algonquin, setting a home ablaze. Firefighters from several departments responded after numerous 911 calls reported both a yard and a residence on fire. The situation required an upgraded response due to the live wires arcing over several properties. ComEd crews were called in to handle the hazardous power lines and ensure neighborhood safety. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Dec 10)
December 4, 2025
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Barrington Hills Home Rendered Uninhabitable by Kitchen Fire, Residents Displaced: A house on Old Sutton Road in Barrington Hills was left uninhabitable after a kitchen fire Tuesday evening, drawing assistance from nine area fire departments. Firefighters responded around 7:30 p.m. and found smoke coming from the single-story home before confirming active fire on the first floor. The incident prompted a Code 4 response, with crews working together to control and extinguish the blaze. Residents were displaced as a result, with damage leaving the home unsafe for occupancy. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Dec 4)
December 3, 2025
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71-Year-Old Pedestrian Fatally Struck After Parking Car in Kildeer: A 71-year-old man from Barrington was fatally struck by a vehicle after parking his car and attempting to cross Quentin Road in Kildeer on Thanksgiving evening. Emergency crews responded around 5:30 p.m. near Quentin and Rand Roads, where they found the victim unconscious in the roadway. The Kildeer Police Department and Lake County Major Crash Assistance Team closed the road to investigate the incident. The Lake County Coroner later identified the victim as Donald Dougal. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Dec 3)
December 1, 2025
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Additional Snowfall Forecasted in Chicagoland Following Heavy Weekend Snowstorm: Chicagoland residents are preparing for more snowfall on Monday, just after a powerful snowstorm left nearly a foot of accumulation in parts of Lake and McHenry counties over the post-Thanksgiving weekend. The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory covering several counties in the area, warning that snow will move in during the afternoon and persist into the night. Commuters are advised to expect hazardous travel conditions during the evening rush hour due to slippery roads and reduced visibility. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Dec 1)
November 17, 2025
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Barrington Hills Barn Destroyed in Multi-Agency Fire Response on West Dundee Road: A large multi-story barn on the 100 block of West Dundee Road in Barrington Hills was completely destroyed by fire on Saturday afternoon. The blaze drew firefighters from several departments, who arrived within minutes to find the structure already fully involved. The barn, confirmed unoccupied at the time, was declared a total loss. Authorities are investigating the cause of the fire, and no injuries have been reported. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Nov 17)
November 13, 2025
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No Injuries After Car Crashes Into Two Barrington Businesses' Fronts: An elderly woman lost control of her vehicle and drove into the front of two businesses in downtown Barrington late Friday morning. Emergency responders arrived at the 100 block of West Northwest Highway at the intersection of Route 59 and Route 14, finding damage to the storefronts but confirming that no injuries occurred. The businesses involved included Suppes Inc. and Ben E. Salon Spa. The incident resulted in shattered windows but no harm to the driver or others nearby. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Nov 13)
October 29, 2025
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Semi-Truck Driver Airlifted After Rollover Crash in Barrington: A collision between a semi-truck hauling a dump trailer and an SUV at Barrington Road and Dundee Road in Barrington resulted in the truck driver being trapped for over an hour and sustaining serious injuries. Emergency responders extricated the driver, who was then flown to a hospital. The incident, (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Oct 9)
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Driver hospitalized after SUV and Metra train collide in Fox River Grove: A collision between an SUV and a Metra train occurred Monday morning at the intersection of Northwest Highway and Algonquin Road in Fox River Grove. Emergency responders transported the driver to Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital. The incident happened at a rail crossing known for a major accident in (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Oct 13)
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SUV Driver Cited After Semi-Truck Rollover at Barrington Intersection: A collision between an SUV and a semi-truck at Barrington Road and Dundee Road in Barrington resulted in the truck overturning and its driver sustaining serious injuries. Emergency crews responded on October 8, extricating the trapped truck driver, who was then airlifted to a hospital. The SUV's 201 (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Oct 16)
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Elderly Woman Injured in Fox River Grove Metra Train and SUV Collision: An elderly woman sustained minor injuries after her SUV was struck by a Metra train at the intersection of Northwest Highway and Algonquin Road in Fox River Grove. The incident, which occurred Monday morning, led to significant delays for Metra trains. The driver was taken to the hospital and no one (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Oct 13)
October 26, 2025
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Residents Displaced Following Early Morning Duplex Fire Near Algonquin: A fire caused significant damage to a two-story duplex in the 11000 block of Mohican Drive in unincorporated Algonquin early Sunday morning, displacing the occupants of both units. Multiple fire departments responded around 5:30 a.m. to address the blaze, which involved heavy flames visible from the second floor and the right side of the home. All residents managed to evacuate safely before crews arrived. The cause of the fire and extent of property damage remain under investigation. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Oct 26)
October 16, 2025
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Wauconda House Fire Displaces Residents and Causes Major Damage: A fire on Highland Avenue in Wauconda resulted in approximately $250,000 in damage to a single-story home and left its residents without housing. Firefighters from multiple departments responded quickly and were able to rescue a dog from the property. No injuries to residents were reported. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Oct 16)