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February 26, 2026

  1. Richmond Equestrian Center Owner Suspended from National Group After Arrest: Raymond Krussell, the owner of Krussell Stables in unincorporated Richmond, has been suspended from a national equestrian organization where he served as a judge following his arrest. The charges stem from allegations that Krussell sexually assaulted a former underage employee at his business. The investigation began after the now-adult victim reported the abuse to the McHenry County Sheriff's Office. Authorities allege the misconduct started when the victim was 15 and took place at the stables. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Feb 26)

    Lake County Richmond, IL +1 Mchenry, IL

February 24, 2026

  1. Wonder Lake House Fire Leaves Young Family Homeless and Pet Injured: A house fire on the 2000 block of Winterberry Trail in Wonder Lake displaced a recently married couple expecting a child. Multiple fire departments from Lake, McHenry, and Kenosha counties responded to the blaze, which was reported Saturday afternoon. The fire caused severe damage to the home and left the family's cat injured and trapped inside. Emergency crews were able to reach the scene within minutes, but the residence was left uninhabitable. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Feb 24)

    Lake County Wonder Lake, IL +16 Antioch, IL Cary, IL Grayslake, IL Hebron, IL Richmond, IL Salem Lakes, WI Wauconda, IL Waukegan, IL Woodstock, IL

February 22, 2026

  1. Two Hospitalized, Cat Rescued After House Fire in Wonder Lake Causes Major Damage: A house fire on the 2000 block of Winterberry Trail in Wonder Lake led to two people being transported to the hospital Saturday afternoon. Firefighters from multiple counties responded quickly and were able to rescue a trapped cat from the residence. The fire caused notable damage to the two-story home, particularly affecting the attached garage area. The incident has left the residents displaced as authorities continue to assess the situation. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Feb 22)

    Lake County Wonder Lake, IL +16 Antioch, IL Cary, IL Grayslake, IL Hebron, IL Richmond, IL Salem Lakes, WI Wauconda, IL Waukegan, IL Woodstock, IL

February 16, 2026

  1. Twin Lakes Man Dies After Medical Emergency Leads to Crash Near Richmond: Jose Angel Gonzalez, a 50-year-old resident of Twin Lakes, Wisconsin, died on February 10 following a crash near 374th Avenue and State Line Road in unincorporated Richmond, Illinois. Authorities believe Gonzalez suffered a medical event that caused his vehicle to leave the roadway and end up in a conservation area, though the car sustained only minimal damage. Emergency responders, including the McHenry County Sheriff's Office and Richmond Township Fire Protection District, arrived swiftly, but Gonzalez was pronounced dead at the scene. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Feb 16)

    Lake County Richmond, IL +5 Chicago, IL

February 14, 2026

  1. Fire Displaces Residents in Unincorporated McHenry Neighborhood: A fire broke out early Saturday morning in the 2500 block of North Freedom Drive, just outside McHenry, Illinois, leaving residents without a home. Responding fire departments arrived within minutes to find flames coming from the attic of an attached garage. The McHenry County Sheriff’s Office assisted in evacuating three individuals from the house. The blaze caused significant damage to the living area and has left those affected seeking temporary shelter. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Feb 14)

    Lake County Mchenry, IL +10 Richmond, IL Cary, IL Wauconda, IL Antioch, IL

February 11, 2026

  1. Coroner Identifies Twin Lakes Resident in Fatal Crash Near Richmond, Illinois: A 50-year-old man from Twin Lakes, Wisconsin, has been identified following a fatal crash near Richmond, Illinois, on Tuesday morning. Emergency responders were called to the area of 374th Avenue and State Line Road, where the vehicle was found off the roadway in a conservation area. Despite efforts from first responders, the man was pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities reported that the crash began in Wisconsin and ended just over the border in Illinois. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Feb 11)

    Lake County Richmond, IL +2

February 10, 2026

  1. Man Dies After Car Leaves Roadway and Enters Conservation Area Near Richmond: A man in his 50s died Tuesday morning after his car went off the road near the intersection of Lakeview Road and State Line Road, close to the Illinois-Wisconsin border near Richmond. Emergency responders from the Richmond Township Fire Protection District and McHenry County Sheriff's Office arrived to find the vehicle in a conservation area, with minimal damage and the man unresponsive inside. An off-duty firefighter from Wisconsin was on scene and provided aid. Authorities are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Feb 10)

    Lake County Richmond, IL +2

  2. Richmond Stable Owner Held in McHenry County Jail on Sexual Assault Allegations: A 52-year-old stable owner from Richmond, Illinois, has been ordered held in McHenry County Jail following allegations of sexually abusing a minor employee over the course of a year. Authorities began investigating after the now-adult victim reported the abuse, which allegedly began when she was 15 years old and worked at Krussell Stables. The arrest follows evidence presented in court by the McHenry County State’s Attorney’s office. The legal process will continue as the investigation proceeds. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Feb 10)

    Lake County Richmond, IL +1 Mchenry, IL

February 7, 2026

  1. Richmond Stable Owner Charged With Sexual Assault of Teen Employee: Raymond Krussell, owner of Krussell Stables in Richmond, Illinois, has been charged with multiple felony offenses related to a sexual relationship with a teenage employee. Court records state that the incidents occurred over a period of more than a year, beginning when the victim was 16. Krussell faces charges including criminal sexual assault, aggravated criminal sexual abuse, grooming, and distributing harmful material to a child. He is currently being held in McHenry County Jail following a court hearing. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Feb 7)

    Lake County Richmond, IL +1 Mchenry, IL

January 25, 2026

  1. Severe House Fire Destroys Home Near McHenry During Frigid Temperatures: Firefighters responded to a major house fire early Saturday in the 3300 block of North Bayview Lane in unincorporated McHenry, Lake County. The blaze, reported shortly after 2 a.m., destroyed the home as wind chill temperatures dropped to minus 30 degrees, complicating firefighting efforts. Multiple 911 calls were made, prompting a large response from the McHenry Township Fire Protection District. The structure was ultimately reduced to ruins, and no injuries were immediately reported. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Jan 25)

    Lake County Mchenry, IL +16 Algonquin, IL Antioch, IL Cary, IL Hebron, IL Richmond, IL Salem Lakes, WI Wauconda, IL Woodstock, IL

January 24, 2026

  1. House Destroyed by Fire During Subzero Wind Chills Near McHenry: Firefighters responded to a major house fire in the 3300 block of North Bayview Lane in unincorporated McHenry early Saturday morning, facing wind chills near -30 degrees. Upon arrival, crews found the single-family home fully engulfed and battled flames for hours. The fire threatened a nearby detached garage, but no residents were present when the fire broke out. The blaze ultimately left the structure completely destroyed. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Jan 24)

    Lake County Mchenry, IL +16 Algonquin, IL Antioch, IL Cary, IL Hebron, IL Richmond, IL Salem Lakes, WI Wauconda, IL Woodstock, IL

January 19, 2026

  1. Two Injured in Major Fire at Downtown McHenry Bakery and Pet Store: A significant fire broke out Sunday afternoon at a commercial property on North Riverside Drive in downtown McHenry, Illinois, impacting both Riverside Bake Shop and Reese’s Barkery & Pawtique. Emergency crews from 30 departments responded to the scene, where two people were reported injured. Firefighters worked extensively to control the blaze, which caused major damage to the businesses. This incident has had a profound effect on the local community. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Jan 19)

    Lake County Mchenry, IL +33 Kane, IL Algonquin, IL Antioch, IL Bartlett, IL Carpentersville, IL Cary, IL Countryside, IL Elgin, IL Grayslake, IL Hampshire, IL Hebron, IL Huntley, IL Libertyville, IL Lincolnshire, IL Mundelein, IL Richmond, IL Wauconda, IL Woodstock, IL

January 3, 2026

  1. New Year's Eve Fire in Hebron Leaves Residents Without a Home: An accidental fire on New Year's Eve rendered a Hebron house uninhabitable due to extensive smoke damage, according to local fire officials. Multiple area fire departments responded to the incident in the 9600 block of Main Street and contained the fire within 10 minutes. While the fire was restricted to the exterior wall, smoke affected the entire structure. No injuries were reported, but residents have been displaced until repairs and utility restoration are completed. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Jan 3)

    Lake County Hebron, IL +7 Richmond, IL Woodstock, IL Mchenry, IL

December 26, 2025

  1. Unincorporated Richmond Crash Leaves Driver Seriously Injured, Authorities Report: A 20-year-old man was seriously injured after his vehicle crashed into trees along Tryon Grove Road near Keystone Road in unincorporated Richmond on December 19. First responders arrived within minutes, finding the car approximately 20 yards off the roadway down an embankment. The man, who was allegedly driving under the influence with a suspended license and not wearing a seatbelt, required air transport to a hospital. Local fire, sheriff’s, and police departments managed the response at the scene. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Dec 26)

    Lake County Richmond, IL +2 Harvard, IL Rockford, IL

December 19, 2025

  1. 20-Year-Old Airlifted to Hospital After Car Crash Off Tryon Grove Road Near Richmond: Emergency crews were dispatched Friday morning to a single-vehicle accident on Tryon Grove Road, west of Keystone Road near Richmond in Lake County. Officials found a 2010 Hyundai Elantra about 20 yards down an embankment after the car left the roadway and struck trees. A 20-year-old man, the only occupant, suffered serious injuries but was not trapped in the vehicle. He was transported by medical helicopter to a nearby hospital for treatment. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Dec 19)

    Lake County Richmond, IL +1 Rockford, IL

December 15, 2025

  1. Two Hospitalized After Two-Vehicle Collision Near Walmart in Antioch: Two adults were taken to the hospital following a crash involving a Jeep and a Nissan sedan near the Walmart at Route 173 and Deep Lake Road in Antioch. The incident, which occurred around 5:44 p.m., resulted in significant vehicle damage and closure of the busy intersection for emergency response. Both Antioch Fire and Police departments responded to the scene to assist the injured and manage traffic. Authorities did not provide further updates on the condition of the drivers involved. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Dec 15)

    Lake County Antioch, IL +2 Lindenhurst, IL Richmond, IL

December 8, 2025

  1. Homeowner Injured and Dog Rescued After Garage Fire Near Spring Grove: A fire broke out Sunday afternoon in the 6300 block of North Shore Avenue in unincorporated Spring Grove, destroying a detached two-car garage and causing damage to a nearby home. The homeowner was injured during the incident and required hospital treatment. Neighbors assisted the homeowner in rescuing a dog from the affected residence. Multiple area fire departments responded quickly to bring the blaze under control and prevent further damage. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Dec 8)

    Lake County Spring Grove, IL +10 Mchenry, IL Hebron, IL Antioch, IL Richmond, IL Grayslake, IL Salem Lakes, WI

November 21, 2025

  1. Man Airlifted After Suffering Critical Injuries in Fall Outside Richmond Home: Emergency responders in Richmond transported a man to the hospital by helicopter after he sustained critical head injuries from a fall outside a residence Friday morning. The incident occurred in the 5300 block of Mourning Dove Circle, prompting a rapid response from the Richmond Township Fire Protection District. Paramedics assessed the man at the scene and decided a medical helicopter was necessary. He was transferred to a trauma center for specialized care. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Nov 21)

    Lake County Richmond, IL +1 Libertyville, IL

November 16, 2025

  1. Resident Injured in Johnsburg House Fire That Caused Widespread Damage: A house fire began at the back of a residence in the 4000 block of North Hillcrest Place in Johnsburg early Sunday, resulting in significant damage to the structure. Firefighters from the McHenry Township Fire Protection District responded just before 8 a.m. and managed to contain the blaze within 40 minutes. One resident sustained injuries, and all occupants safely exited the home. The incident left the residents displaced due to the extent of the fire damage. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Nov 16)

    Lake County Johnsburg, IL +12 Mchenry, IL Antioch, IL Cary, IL Richmond, IL Wauconda, IL Woodstock, IL

November 7, 2025

  1. North Boone Football Player Recovering After Injury at Richmond-Burton Playoff Game: A North Boone High School football player who was injured during a playoff game at Richmond-Burton Community High School on Friday night has returned home. The 16-year-old was taken from the field after sustaining an injury in the third quarter, which prompted immediate response from on-site emergency personnel. Medical imaging revealed no serious injuries, and the player is expected to make a complete recovery. The incident brought an outpouring of support from both communities. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Nov 2)

    Lake County Richmond, IL +1 Libertyville, IL

  2. Man, 65, Dies After Being Struck by Vehicle Near Wonder Lake: A 65-year-old Wonder Lake resident died after being hit by a vehicle carrying a family with children on Barnard Mill Road in unincorporated Wonder Lake. Emergency responders arrived shortly after 6 p.m. to find the man unconscious, and lifesaving efforts were undertaken. Despite resuscitation attempts, the individual was later pronounced dead at the hospital. The incident remains under investigation by local law enforcement. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Nov 7)

    Lake County Wonder Lake, IL +4 Mchenry, IL Libertyville, IL Richmond, IL

  3. Injured North Boone Football Player Improving After Incident at Richmond-Burton: A North Boone High School football player who was injured during a playoff game at Richmond-Burton Community High School on Friday is reportedly recovering, according to his family. The incident occurred around 8:39 p.m., prompting both training staff and emergency responders to provide care. Ambulance personnel found the 16-year-old conscious and alert before transporting him to the hospital. Family members have since shared that his condition has shown improvement. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Nov 1)

    Lake County Richmond, IL +1 Libertyville, IL

November 3, 2025

  1. Child Airlifted After Head-On Collision Near Harvard Hospitalizes Five: A head-on collision between two vehicles south of Route 14 and Lembcke Road in unincorporated Harvard resulted in five people being hospitalized, including a child who was ejected from a car seat and seriously injured. Emergency responders from the Harvard Fire Protection District and McHenry County Sheriff's Office arrived at the scene Sunday afternoon after reports of multiple victims and entrapment. The child was airlifted due to the severity of injuries. Authorities are continuing to investigate the incident. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Nov 3)

    Lake County Harvard, IL +5 Hebron, IL Alden, IL Greenwood, IL Woodstock, IL Richmond, IL

October 29, 2025

  1. Driver Cited After SUV Crashes Into Lakemoor Building and Sparks Fire: An 83-year-old man was cited by Lakemoor police after his SUV crashed into an industrial building and struck a gas meter at 431 Scotland Road on Tuesday afternoon. The impact caused both the building and the vehicle to catch fire, prompting a response from the McHenry Township Fire Protection District and nearby departments. Authorities report that the driver attributed the crash to mechanical failure. Firefighters arrived within minutes and quickly contained the situation. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Oct 24)

    Lake County Lakemoor, IL +11 Mchenry, IL Cary, IL Nunda, NY Richmond, IL Wauconda, IL Woodstock, IL

  2. SUV Crash in Lakemoor Sparks Fire at Industrial Building; No Serious Injuries Report: Emergency crews responded to 431 Scotland Road in Lakemoor after an SUV struck a gas meter and crashed into an industrial building, igniting both the vehicle and the structure. The incident, which occurred Tuesday afternoon, prompted a multi-department fire response. The driver and building workers, (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Oct 22)

    Lake County Lakemoor, IL +11 Mchenry, IL Cary, IL Crystal Lake, IL Fox Lake, IL Nunda, IL Richmond, IL Round Lake, IL Spring Grove, IL Wauconda, IL Wonder Lake, IL Woodstock, IL

September 18, 2025

  1. Driver injured in rollover hit-and-run crash near McHenry: A woman was hospitalized after being extricated from her overturned vehicle following a three-car collision at Spring Grove Road and Miller Road in unincorporated McHenry. The incident, which occurred Saturday afternoon, involved a hit-and-run driver who fled the scene. A firefighter was also hurt. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Sep 18)

    Lake County Mchenry, IL +1 Richmond, IL

September 12, 2025

  1. Motorcyclist killed in collision with pickup truck in Spring Grove: A man riding a motorcycle died after a pickup truck turned in front of him at the intersection of Sunset Road and East Applewood Lane in Spring Grove. Emergency responders pronounced the rider dead at the scene. The incident occurred Wednesday afternoon and is under investigation by local police. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Sep 12)

    Lake County Spring Grove, IL +6 Cary, IL Harvard, IL Johnsburg, IL Mchenry, IL Richmond, IL Woodstock, IL