Toys for Tots collection underway in Vernon Hills

By Brent Zell | Nov 14, 2017

Vernon Hills is aiding the Marine Corps Reserve's Toys for Tots program with donations being accepted until Dec. 14, the village said on its website.

Libertyville promoting Giving Tuesday

By Brent Zell | Nov 13, 2017

Libertyville is encouraging kind and charitable acts by participating in and promoting Giving Tuesday on Nov. 28, the city's website said.

Weber to run for state House, gets key endorsement

By Brent Zell | Oct 17, 2017

Lake County Board member Tom Weber of Lake Villa has entered the District 64 state representative race.

Jesiel announces discount pet vaccination clinics

By Brent Zell | Sep 8, 2017

Pet owners in Lake County have two more low-cost opportunities this year to get their furry friends vaccinated, according to a recent post on Rep. Sheri Jesiel's (R-Winthrop Harbor) website.

Wheeler touts environmental boost for Fox Waterway Agency

By Brent Zell | Sep 1, 2017

Improvements to the waterway along Fox River and Chain O'Lakes will soon be undertaken thanks to enactment of a bill sponsored by Rep. Barbara Wheeler (R-Crystal Lake), according to a press release.

Sauer-sponsored political pay cap measure becomes law

By Brent Zell | Jul 30, 2017

Rep. Nick Sauer (R-Lake Barrington) can officially say he's saved taxpayers some cash.

Signings buoy Lake County baseball team

By Brent Zell | Jul 13, 2017

The College of Lake County (CLC) is counting on 13 being a lucky number for its baseball program.

Drury making a run for governor

By Brent Zell | Jul 10, 2017

Scott Drury, a Democrat state representative from Highwood representing the 58th District, has announced his intention to run for governor in 2018.

Movies, s'mores and more offered at Vernon Hills campout

By Brent Zell | May 29, 2017

Camping might never be easier or more fun than what the Vernon Hills Park District is offering June 24-25.

Kids triathlon set for Vernon Hills

By Brent Zell | May 28, 2017

The Vernon Hills Park District will hold the Mighty Kids Triathlon starting at 8 a.m. Sunday, June 4, at the Lakeview Fitness Center, 700 Lakeview Parkway.

Lancers take offense to poor season, build offense for new season

By Brent Zell | May 26, 2017

There's no offseason for the College of Lake County men's basketball team when it comes to recruiting.

Buffalo Grove fisher plays the angles, wins national recognition

By Brent Zell | May 18, 2017

Tyler Lubbat has learned to go with the flow when he goes fishing.

'Well-rounded' North Chicago recruit joins College of Lake County cagers

By Brent Zell | May 15, 2017

The College of Lake County (CLC) women's basketball program has signed Alyssa Bouie of North Chicago High School, according to the school's website.

Mundelein stays on top of the mountain with magic on the mound

By Brent Zell | May 5, 2017

The Mundelein High School baseball program keeps climbing, even when it seems like it's already reached its peak.

Lake County men's tennis goes from zero to hero in one season

By Brent Zell | May 5, 2017

The College of Lake County (CLC) men's tennis team hung up a donut last season; this season, it's more like a piece of cake.

College of Lake County grabs potential track star from Grayslake

By Brent Zell | May 1, 2017

Grayslake North High School runner Cam Detweiler has signed with the College of Lake County to run cross-country, CLC's athletic website announced recently.

Former stars inducted into Lake County High School hall

By Brent Zell | Apr 28, 2017

Lake County High School added seven names to its sports hall of fame this season.

College of Lake County nails a three with basketball signings

By Brent Zell | Apr 26, 2017

The College of Lake County (CLC) men's basketball team recently received commitments from three high school players for next season, including Wauconda star Jarod Stonis, according to a press release.