Lake County Gazette

Report reveals Black students face more discipline at Gavin Central Elementary School in 2021-22 school year

By Lake County Gazette | Nov 30, 2023

Black students, constituting 5.7% or 27 of Gavin Central Elementary School's total student population of 472, accounted for nine out of the 16 total suspensions (56.3%) in the 2021-22 school year, averaging one suspension per three students, according to the latest student discipline report by the Illinois State Board of Education.

Lake Forest podcast hosts: It’s good there is ‘a law that's coming into play’ around school administrators’ behaviors

By Lake County Gazette | Nov 30, 2023

Podcast host Joe Weiss said he is happy to see legislation coming into play to prevent school administrators from being rehired at new schools after poor behavior at another school.

From McHenry Times

Former Bolingbrook Mayor Roger Claar endorses Jerry Evans for Congress

By McHenry Times | 5 months ago

Jerry Evans, a Republican candidate for the 11th Congressional District, has announced an endorsement from Roger Claar, the former Mayor of Bolingbrook.

Cole on release of drug dealer: ‘As residents and voters in Lake County - should ask yourself: who made the phone call to Rinehart?’

By Lake County Gazette | Nov 30, 2023

Lake County State’s Attorney candidate Mary Cole has raised concerns about her opponent, State’s Attorney Eric Rinehart, specifically relating to the controversial release of Darion R. Flowers, a Waukegan resident facing drug-related felony charges.

Lake Forest podcast hosts: ‘School choice is something’ all levels of government need to address

By Lake County Gazette | Nov 30, 2023

Podcast host Joe Weiss said he wants all levels of government across the country to discuss investing in school choice.

Blood Donors Give From the Heart This Holiday Season

By Lake County Gazette | Nov 30, 2023

According to the American Red Cross, only about three percent of the eligible population in the United States choose to donate blood. Considering that someone needs blood every two seconds in the country, it is crucial to address the shortage of blood donations, especially during the winter months when donations decrease due to illnesses, unpredictable weather conditions, and holiday travel.To combat this shortage, members of the House Republican caucus, including Rep. Jackie Haas and Rep. Tom Weber, have organized blood drives in their districts. Rep. Weber will host his...

Village of Deerfield Plan Commission met Sept. 28

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 30, 2023

Village of Deerfield Plan Commission met Thursday, Sept. 28

Lake County Board of Health met Sept. 27

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 30, 2023

Lake County Board of Health met Wednesday, Sept. 27

Westlake Christian Academy standout Helen Snetsinger’s college team won in NJCAA game on Wednesday, November 29

By Lake County Gazette | Nov 30, 2023

The game took place in Madison, Wisconsin.

Jory Mendoza, former Grant Community High School standout, played on Wednesday, November 29 in NJCAA game

By Lake County Gazette | Nov 30, 2023

The Lake County Lancers won 79-32 in their NJCAA game against the Madison Wolfpack on Wednesday, November 29.

On Wednesday, November 29, former St. Catherine's High School standout Kennedee Clark’s college team won in an NJCAA game

By Lake County Gazette | Nov 30, 2023

The Lake County Lancers won 79-32 in their NJCAA game against the Madison Wolfpack on Wednesday, November 29.

Case High School standouts Camiria Sardin and Sydni Hill’s college team won in NJCAA game on Wednesday, November 29

By Lake County Gazette | Nov 30, 2023

The game took place in Madison, Wisconsin.

On Wednesday, November 29, former Home School standout Ruth Foskett’s college team won in an NJCAA game

By Lake County Gazette | Nov 30, 2023

The game took place in Madison, Wisconsin.

Chloe Sisco and Mariya Sisco, former Prairie Central High School standouts, played on Wednesday, November 29 in NJCAA game

By Lake County Gazette | Nov 30, 2023

The game took place in Madison, Wisconsin.

On Wednesday, November 29, Grayslake North High School standout Kayla Keaskowski competed in NJCAA game

By Lake County Gazette | Nov 30, 2023

The game took place in Madison, Wisconsin.

Mariah Smith, former Indian Trail High School standout, played on Wednesday, November 29 in NJCAA game

By Lake County Gazette | Nov 30, 2023

The game took place in Madison, Wisconsin.

Report: At Vernon Hills High School, Black student rule-breaking rate notably exceeds that of white students

By Lake County Gazette | Nov 29, 2023

Black students, constituting 2.4% or 36 of Vernon Hills High School's total student population of 1,496, accounted for 25 out of the 72 total suspensions (34.7%) in the 2021-22 school year, averaging roughly one suspension per student, according to the latest student discipline report by the Illinois State Board of Education.

Gurnee residents paid 24th-largest sum in sales taxes in Illinois during August

By Lake County Gazette | Nov 29, 2023

Gurnee residents paid $2.3 million in sales taxes, the 24th highest total paid per municipality in August.

Lake County Public Works and Transportation Committee met Sept. 27

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 29, 2023

Lake County Public Works and Transportation Committee met Wednesday, Sept. 27

Lake County Board met Sept. 27

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 29, 2023

Lake County Board met Wednesday, Sept. 27