Lake County Gazette

Following the general election, regional political analysts suggested that Republican victories in Illinois had more to do with Democratic challengers being intentionally tied to House Speaker Mike Madigan (D-Chicago) in the public’s mind than initially anticipated.

Mautino scandal virtually ignored in state media, political realms

Despite the controversy surrounding embattled Illinois Auditor General Frank Mautino and whatever misdeeds he may have committed, the scandal apparently is not a big deal if news media buzz and political heat are any indication, a citizen journalist recently said on his blog.

Illegal food stamp trafficking at record levels in Illinois

While July marked an all-year high for the number of individuals on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in Illinois, it also marked a time when food stamp trafficking is on the rise.

Study shows Illinois has the highest black unemployment rate in the U.S.

Nationally, the unemployment rate for black Americans stands at 8.1 percent, which is higher than the national average of all Americans; but Illinois has the highest black unemployment rate in the entire country at 15 percent.

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Trump carries 91 of 102 counties in Illinois

President-elect Donald Trump won all but 11 of Illinois' 102 counties in the Nov. 8 election despite losing the popular vote in the state.

Gurnee Economic Development Committee presents business awards

By Wadi Reformado | Nov 17, 2016

The village of Gurnee Economic Development Committee met Oct. 27 to present business awards.

Signup underway for Grayslake Park District's final '16 self-defense class

By Brent Zell | Nov 17, 2016

The final class of 2016 of the Grayslake Community Park District's Brave Way Self Defense program is set for 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 7, at the Grayslake Recreation Center MPA in Grayslake, according to www.glpd.com.

Mettawa board adjusts village code for soliciting

The village of Mettawa Mayor and Board of Trustees met Aug. 16 to adjust the village code in regards to solicitors.

Round Lake Beach Finance Standing Committee reviews water rates

The village of Round Lake Beach Finance Standing Committee met Aug. 15 to review water rates.

Round Lake Beach committee approves liquor license applications

The village of Round Lake Beach Economic Development Standing Committee met Aug. 15 to approve liquor license applications.

Wauconda committee provides updates on weed control program

The Village of Wauconda Natural Resources Committee met Aug. 15 to provide an update on weed control program.

State places Beach Park CCSD 3 on 'Financial Review' list

The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) has placed Beach Park CCSD 3 on its "Financial Review" list.

State places Grass Lake SD 36 on 'Financial Recognition' list

The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) has placed Grass Lake SD 36 on its "Financial Recognition" list.

State places Grayslake CHSD 127 on 'Financial Recognition' list

The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) has placed Grayslake CHSD 127 on its "Financial Recognition" list.

State places Lake Forest SD 67 on 'Financial Recognition' list

The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) has placed Lake Forest SD 67 on its "Financial Recognition" list.

State places Mundelein ESD 75 on 'Financial Review' list

The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) has placed Mundelein ESD 75 on its "Financial Review" list.

Critics say teacher pension pickups oppress taxpayers

One of the biggest wins for the Chicago Teachers Union (CTU) when it scored a victory through a new four-year contract is that pension pickups were preserved; but what is good for teachers is not always what is good for everyone else as the plan stands to cost taxpayers a fortune.

Report says SNAP unequally benefits Illinois families of illegal immigrants

In the overwhelming majority of states, the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program (SNAP) provides benefits to families with an illegal immigrant wage earner in it while denying benefits to an identical family of American citizens having the same income, according to a report from the Center for Immigration Studies (CIS).

Analyst: Illinois must create less-hostile tax climate to retain residents, businesses

Illinois needs to diversify its tax base and make changes to become more competitive if it wants to stem the tide of people leaving the state, an analyst for an independent policy organization said during a recent radio show interview.

Munger loses bid to retain comptroller post