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Shields Township Republicans: ‘As long as Democrat Eric Rinehart is the Lake County State’s Attorney, our communities will be more vulnerable’

By Lake County Gazette Report | Aug 22, 2023

TThe Shields Township Republicans are voicing concerns over the vulnerability of Lake County communities to crimes due to Lake County State's Attorney Eric Rinehart's leniency on criminal matters.

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Lake Forest Podcast: ‘Our great police officers (and anyone else who cares about public safety) have no respect for Rinehart’

By Lake County Gazette Report | Aug 22, 2023

The Lake Forest Podcast has voiced strong criticism against Lake County State's Attorney Eric Rinehart after the light sentencing of Zachary I. Dubofsky, a 27-year-old Glenview resident involved in a fatal hit-and-run incident in Lake Forest.

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Weber: ‘Protecting vulnerable children is our most basic responsibility as a state’

By Lake County Gazette Report | Aug 22, 2023

State Rep. Tom Weber (R-Lake Villa) has emphasized the paramount importance of safeguarding vulnerable children, asserting that it is the fundamental duty of the state.

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Vernon Township Republicans: ‘Candidate packets for the March 2024 primary are now available’

By Lake County Gazette Report | Aug 21, 2023

Candidates are now able to assemble their packets for the March 2024 primary election.

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Weyermuller in immediate aftermath of Highland Park teen shooting: ‘No details!’

By Lake County Gazette Report | Aug 16, 2023

A local activist spoke out on the police treatment of a teen shooting death of Highland Park high school student Omar Diaz of Highwood.

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McLaughlin: 'I signed on as a co-sponsor to the Access to Affordable Insulin Act because there is a need to protect our most vulnerable citizens, especially our children'

By Lake County Gazette Report | Aug 15, 2023

The Access to Affordable Insulin Act caps the cost of insulin to no more than $35 per month. In an Aug. 11 Facebook post, Rep. Martin McLaughlin discussed why he signed on to the bill.

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Leadership Academy to hold two-day 'campaign academy' in Round Lake Park on Sept. 29 and 30

By Lake County Gazette Report | Aug 10, 2023

Aspiring politicians and volunteers in the Lake County area can acquire the skills needed to thrive in today's competitive political landscape through the Leadership Institute's Campaign Academy.

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BRAVE Books and actor Kirk Cameron to host event at Barrington Area Library

By Lake County Gazette Report | Aug 10, 2023

BRAVE Books will host a gathering at the Barrington Area Library's Zimmerman Room on Aug. 27 at 3 p.m.

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Brin: ‘Eric is literally doubled down in doubling down on the political aspect of it’

By Lake County Gazette Report | Aug 10, 2023

Eric Rinehart, Lake County state’s attorney, is vulnerable this election cycle, according to Keith Brin, chairman of the Lake County Republican Party.

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Fall fundraiser planned in support of State Reps. McLaughlin and Reick

By Lake County Gazette Report | Aug 10, 2023

The historic Norge Ski Club will host a fundraiser to support State Rep. Martin McLaughlin (R-Barrington Hills) and State Rep. Steve Reick (R-Woodstock) on Sept. 10 from 2 to 5 p.m.

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Weber: 'New Civilian Crash Reporting System (CCRS) allows the public to create a crash report online without having to wait roadside for police to respond'

By Lake County Gazette Report | Aug 8, 2023

In an effort to make the roadways safer and increase the efficiency of the accident reporting process, Illinois State Police announced a new online reporting system for single-vehicle, non-injury crashes. Rep. Tom Weber shared this information with his constituents in an Aug. 1 Facebook post.

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Lake County Forest Preserve events

By Lake County Gazette Report | Aug 7, 2023

Put on your boots, grab some work gloves, and help restore the environment during Restoration Workday from 9 a.m. to noon.

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Lake County events

By Lake County Gazette Report | Aug 7, 2023

The Lake Forest Library will host a demonstration on flower arranging from 7 to 8 p.m.

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Illinois State Representative McLaughlin: 'I keep hearing from the Democrats and the Governor about how pro-business Illinois is.'

By Lake County Gazette Report | Aug 7, 2023

Last week, Illinois State Representative Martin McLaughlin took to social media to share his points of view on the governments efficiency regarding businesses.

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Actor Cameron and BRAVE Books bring story hour to Wauconda Area Public Library

By Lake County Gazette Report | Aug 3, 2023

The Wauconda Area Public Library will host a story hour event put on by BRAVE Books and actor Kirk Cameron.

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Weber on $5 billion in dysfunction, fraud in IDES Covid payments: ‘This is absolutely ridiculous and unacceptable!’

By Lake County Gazette Report | Aug 3, 2023

State Rep. Tom Weber (R-Lake Villa) expressed strong dismay over a recent Illinois Auditor General report revealing that the Illinois Department of Employment Security disbursed a staggering $5.24 billion in fraudulent unemployment claims between 2020 and 2022.

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Wilcox: 'Each of these bills helps our military heroes in different and important ways'

By Lake County Gazette Report | Aug 2, 2023

In the latest slate of bills signed by Gov. J.B. Pritzker, there are a handful of bills sponsored and supported by Illinois Sen. Craig Wilcox, including several that provide support for veterans and their families. Wilcox issued a statement on Monday regarding these bills.

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Rogers: 'Our residents deserve better'

By Lake County Gazette Report | Aug 1, 2023

In response to the Illinois Supreme Court's ruling declaring the end of cash bail as constitutional, Dan Rogers, chairman of the Shields Township GOP, criticized the decision and raised concern about its impact on the safety of the people in his community.

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Melin: 'We want our voices heard by the decision makers at the city of Lake Forest'

By Lake County Gazette Report | Aug 1, 2023

Philippe Melin, Communications Director of the Shields Township Republican Party, encouraged the residents of Lake Forest to complete the Lake Forest Community-Wide Survey, saying it's important that all residents of Lake Forest participate in the direction of their City.

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Sukovic: Party members are 'feeling inspired about the community we are building'

By Lake County Gazette Report | Aug 1, 2023

Marko Sukovic, chairman of Vernon Township Republicans, reflected on a membership drive event for the local Republican Party organization for Vernon Township in Lake County, Illinois.