Lake County Gazette

Illinois Republican Party Executive Director Nick Klitzing released a memo following last week’s election results detailing the challenges that now lie before House Speaker Mike Madigan (D-Chicago) and the Democratic Party in the Land of Lincoln.

Illinois labor board ruling soon may allow state to force terms on AFSCME

In a victory for Gov. Bruce Rauner and his administration, the Illinois Labor Relations Board ruled in a 5-0 vote on Nov. 15 that the state and the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) have reached an impasse in their contract negotiations.

Analyst: GOP gains in General Assembly upend Democratic power dynamic

The recent election dropped Democrats out of the supermajority in the state House as Republicans gained four seats there, in addition to two seats in the state Senate.

Analysis: Nine private taxpayers for every state/local government worker, pensioner in 61st House District

By LocalLabs News Service | Nov 23, 2016

Among registered voters, private sector taxpayers outnumber state and local public sector workers and pensioners over nine to one in the 61st Illinois House district, according to a Lake County Gazette analysis.

Analysis: 20 private taxpayers for every state/local government worker, pensioner in 52nd House District

By LocalLabs News Service | Nov 23, 2016

Among registered voters, private sector taxpayers outnumber state and local public sector workers and pensioners nearly 20 to one in the 52nd Illinois House district, according to a Lake County Gazette analysis.

Veto session likely last chance this year for Assembly to break budget impasse

The Illinois General Assembly recently reconvened for its annual veto session that gives the legislature an opportunity to review and overturn the governor's vetoes from the spring session.

Analysis: 20 private taxpayers for every state/local government worker, pensioner in 51st House District

By LocalLabs News Service | Nov 22, 2016

Among registered voters, private sector taxpayers outnumber state and local public sector workers and pensioners nearly 20 to one in the 51st Illinois House district, according to a Lake County Gazette analysis.

State places Woodland CCSD 50 on 'Financial Recognition' list

The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) has placed Woodland CCSD 50 on its "Financial Recognition" list.

State places Mundelein Cons HSD 120 on 'Financial Recognition' list

The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) has placed Mundelein Cons HSD 120 on its "Financial Recognition" list.

State places Lincolnshire-Prairieview SD 103 on 'Financial Recognition' list

The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) has placed Lincolnshire-Prairieview SD 103 on its "Financial Recognition" list.

State places Lake Forest CHSD 115 on 'Financial Recognition' list

The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) has placed Lake Forest CHSD 115 on its "Financial Recognition" list.

Mettawa Public Works Committee receives road resurfacing update

The village of Mettawa Public Works Committee met July 13 to receive an update on road resurfacing.

Mundelein Board of Trustees approve purchase orders

The village of Mundelein Board of Trustees met Sept. 12 to approve several purchase orders.

Highland Park Fire and Police Commission determines screening results

The Highland Park Fire and Police Commission met Sept. 12 to determine screening results for police officer candidates.

Antioch Committee of the Whole purchases new vehicles

The village of Antioch Committee of the Whole met July 13 to purchase three new police vehicles.

Mundelein Planning and Zoning Commission discuss continuing education