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New Huntley beekeeping regulations, lower costs for hobbyists could be coming

Huntley officials are one step closer to lowering the cost of beekeeping in town.

McHenry County Board chairman breaks ties to approve 2 solar farms

The McHenry County Board has narrowly approved a pair of solar farms after County Board Chair Mike Buehler cast the tie-breaking vote.

Northwest Herald Athlete of the Week: Dundee-Crown's Jordyn Jeffs

Dundee-Crown senior Jordyn Jeffs hit a walk-off home run to beat Burlington Central and set the program’s single-season home run record that had stood since 1984. Jeffs is the Northwest Herald Athlete of the Week.

Crystal Lake Central shows off offensive versatility, rolls past Hononogah to reach sectional final

Crystal Lake Central's Ella Bechler and Addison Schaffer scored two goals apiece in the first half as the Tigers rolled past Hononegah 8-0 to earn a spot in Friday's Class 2A Crystal Lake Central Sectional girls soccer final.

Marian Central, Woodstock baseball win playoff openers: Monday’s Northwest Herald roundup

Marian Central's Colin Kowalsky pitched the Hurricanes past St. Edward in their Class 1A regional quarterfinal, and Woodstock's Grady Goglin helped shut down Harvard as the Blue Streaks won their 3A regional opener.