Lake County Gazette

In the evening of September 24, 2025, the City of Highland Park Police Department responded to a report from a resident that a student had been approached by an unknown individual who allegedly asked the student to enter their vehicle.

Lake Bluff Police Department hosts free car seat inspections during Child Passenger Safety Week

The Lake Bluff Police Department has announced its participation in Child Passenger Safety Week, taking place from September 21 to 27.

Sewer system inspection using smoke testing scheduled for late September

Beginning the week of September 29, crews from Duke’s Root Control, Inc. will conduct an evaluation of the sanitary sewer system and private sewer service laterals in the area.

Overnight repairs scheduled for Route 41 bridge over Grand Avenue

The Illinois Department of Transportation has announced that repairs will be made to address a dip on the US Route 41 bridge over Grand Avenue.

Leaf vacuuming for single family homes starts October 20 and ends November 24

Leaf vacuuming services for single family homes are set to begin the week of October 20, 2025, and will continue through the week of November 24, 2025.

Village announces winners of the 2025 photo contest

The Village has announced the winners of its 2025 Photo Contest, which attracted more than 280 votes from the community.

Warren-Newport Public Library promotes free business tools through expanded cardholder services

Warren-Newport Public Library is highlighting a range of resources available to local business owners and entrepreneurs through its library card program.

Barrington businesses remain open despite Route 14 closure

All businesses located in the Local Traffic Only areas along Northwest Highway and Lake Zurich Road remain open during the temporary closure of Route 14.

Round Lake announces updated card payment fees for utility bills

Beginning October 14, 2025, users paying their utility bills through the Invoice Cloud portal will see a change in fees.

Flags in Illinois lowered to half-staff for former Governor Jim Edgar

Flags across Illinois have been ordered to fly at half-staff following the death of former Governor Jim Edgar.

Grant Community High School announces picture day schedule for September

Picture day is approaching for students at Grant Community High School, part of the Grant Community High School District 124.

Lake County Sheriff's Office promotes Sergeant Ryan Scullion

Sergeant Ryan Scullion has been promoted within the Lake County Sheriff's Office IL.

Lockport School District cancels chili cook-off scheduled for September

The Chili Cook-Off, initially set for September 14, 2025, has been canceled by Lockport School District 91.

Burglary investigation underway after break-in at All Da Smokes in Batavia

The Batavia Police Department responded to a reported burglary at All Da Smokes on Monday, September 15, 2025.

Lindenhurst excels in textile recycling through partnership with SWALCO

The Village of Lindenhurst, in collaboration with the Solid Waste Agency of Lake County (SWALCO), offers a clothing and textile recycling program to reduce landfill waste and encourage sustainable practices.

Routine smoke testing scheduled in Wauconda by Duke’s Root Control

Duke’s Root Control, Inc. will conduct routine smoke testing in Wauconda from September 24 to 26, 2025.

Seminar explores benefits of stretching vs. massage at Sachs Recreation Center

The Sachs Recreation Center, in collaboration with StretchLab of Highland Park, is organizing a seminar to explore the benefits of stretching and massage.

StretchLab introduces NormaTec therapy at Sachs Recreation Center