Lake County Gazette

Laura Dias Proudly States Her Full Support of the Dangerous ‘SAFE-T’ Act

By Hoang Tran | Oct 28, 2022

Laura Dias, candidate for State Representative in the 62nd House District, stated her full support of the dangerous 'SAFE-T’ Act in a recent Lake County News-Sun interview.

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Illinois officials report 1,072 coronavirus deaths, with 25,733 confirmed cases

By Hoang Tran | 4 years ago

Confirmed coronavirus cases in Illinois numbered 25,733 as of April 17, with the total number of deaths linked to the virus reaching 1,072, according to data from the state Department of Public Health (IDPH).Chicago (6,648 cases) and Cook County (4,767 cases) posted the highest numbers statewide.

McSweeney calls school funding formula too costly for debt-ridden state

By Hoang Tran | Sep 1, 2017

The state's recently adopted evidence-based school funding formula is not the answer so many legislators claim it to be, according to Rep. David McSweeney (R-Barrington Hills), who argues that it's going to push the state deeper in debt.

McSweeney unites House to pass resolution denouncing racist groups

By Hoang Tran | Aug 20, 2017

In response to the racial violence that left one person dead in Charlottesville, Virginia, on Aug. 12, Illinois lawmakers have passed a House resolution condemning white supremacists.

McConchie calls Democrats deaf to compromise pleas on school funding

By Hoang Tran | Aug 14, 2017

The Illinois Senate's override of Gov. Bruce Rauner’s amendatory veto of Senate Bill 1 was an “unnecessary partisan act” that followed a lack of good faith negotiations, Sen. Dan McConchie (R-Hawthorn Woods) contended after Sunday's vote.

Lake County talk will focus on post-effects of abortion

By Hoang Tran | Jul 27, 2017

The Lake County Right to Life organization is holding a fundraising banquet on Friday evening to not only raise money but also increase awareness about a rarely discussed topic regarding abortion: the aftermath.

Letting pension system fail described as tough love for Illinois

By Hoang Tran | Jul 21, 2017

Mike “Mish” Shedlock, who runs the blog “MishTalk.com,” believes imposing more taxes on Illinoisans with the biggest pensions can solve the pension crisis.

Rauner shake-up follows in wake of perceived political defeat

By Hoang Tran | Jul 21, 2017

Gov. Bruce Rauner’s office has lost or terminated 21 staffers in the wake of the passage of a contentious budget plan and an unpopular tax hike on July 6, which many saw as a major political defeat for Rauner and many GOP lawmakers.

Rauner changes communication staff as part of rebranding

By Hoang Tran | Jul 17, 2017

Gov. Bruce Rauner recently added several key communication personnel to his team, further shaking up his staff following a major political defeat when the Illinois General Assembly overrode his vetoes on a budget and spending plan.

Policy institute exec joins Rauner in crusade to save taxpayers

By Hoang Tran | Jul 10, 2017

Gov. Bruce Rauner is bringing in a "champion" to fight for Illinoisans.

Wheeler: Illinoisans are leaving, and budget is another shove out the door

By Hoang Tran | Jul 8, 2017

If Illinoisans needed another excuse for fleeing the state, they got it in the recently passed state budget, Rep. Barbara Wheeler (R-Crystal Lake) contends.

Veto override gives Illinois first budget in two years

By Hoang Tran | Jul 6, 2017

Illinois has its first budget in more than two years after the House voted on Thursday to override Gov. Bruce Rauner’s vetoes of three contentious bills that made it through both chambers in a special extended session.

Statehouse on lockdown after mysterious white powder thrown at governor's office

By Hoang Tran | Jul 6, 2017

The Statehouse was on security lockdown earlier today after a substance was allegedly thrown at Gov. Bruce Rauner’s office, as well as the Lt. governor's office and the House gallery. Rauner was not in the building at the time of the threat.

Senate rushes votes on budget bills

By Hoang Tran | Jul 4, 2017

On Independence Day, the Senate approved three bills that would increase taxes and provide $36 billion in spending for Illinois.

Jesiel demands end to increases in spending, taxing

By Hoang Tran | Jul 4, 2017

Rep. Sheri Jesiel (R-Winthrop Harbor) told the House that she had to trust her gut and vote against a revenue bill on Sunday.

McSweeney sees another tax hike failure in the future

By Hoang Tran | Jul 3, 2017

Rep. David McSweeney (R-Barrington Hills) said he felt like he'd lived through Sunday before.

Income tax hike passes Illinois House

By Hoang Tran | Jul 2, 2017

The Illinois House passed a contentious and divisive tax revenue bill on Sunday vigorous debate and little Republican support.

Brady nominated to replace Radogno as Senate GOP Leader

By Hoang Tran | Jun 30, 2017

Sen. Bill Brady (R-Bloomington) was selected unanimously today by his Republican colleagues to serve as new Illinois Senate Republican Leader.

Radogno sends shockwave with sudden resignation from Senate

By Hoang Tran | Jun 29, 2017

In a surprise announcement, Illinois Senate Minority Leader Christine Radogno (R-Lemont) resigned her position and the Senate effective Saturday.

House panel told property tax freeze would crush school districts

By Hoang Tran | Jun 25, 2017

Freezing property taxes will be financially disastrous to some school districts, the superintendent of a Lake County school district told a House panel on Friday.