Lake County Gazette

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Lake County Gazette analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 540 voters in Central City of Waukegan: Precinct Waukegan 378 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

National Public Safety Telecommunicator Week Recognizes the Dedication of Public Safety Telecommunicators

National Public Safety Telecommunicator Week, which is set to take place from April 14-20, 2024, aims to honor public safety telecommunicators for their unwavering commitment and dedication to serving their communities.During this week, public safety telecommunicators, who work tirelessly around the clock, are recognized for their crucial role in ensuring the safety and well-being of the public. As stated by an unknown source, "National Public Safety Telecommunicator Week honors public safety telecommunicators for their commitment and dedication."The efforts of these...

Sen. McConchie’s New Legislation Ensures Accessible Electric Vehicle Charging Stations for People with Disabilities

State Senator Dan McConchie (R-Hawthorn Woods) has taken steps to address the challenges faced by people with disabilities in charging their electric vehicles (EVs) by focusing on improving the accessibility of EV charging stations. Sen. McConchie emphasized the need for accessibility, stating, "While every gas station and pump in America is accessible for the vast majority of people with disabilities, current laws overlook EV chargers." He further added, "As we are still in the early days of building out EV infrastructure. It is important to guarantee that people with...

Millburn Community Consolidated School District 24 administrators rank 170th in state for average pay in 2022

Administrators in Millburn Community Consolidated School District 24 earn an average of $125,340 per year, ranking 170th in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Analysis: Wauconda Community Unit School District 118 administrators rank 167th in state for average pay in 2022

Administrators in Wauconda Community Unit School District 118 earn an average of $125,660 per year, ranking 167th in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

How did Southeastern Township of Fremont: Precinct Fremont 127 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Lake County Gazette analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 711 voters in Southeastern Township of Fremont: Precinct Fremont 127 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central Village of Libertyville: Precinct Libertyville 195

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Lake County Gazette analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 758 voters in Central Village of Libertyville: Precinct Libertyville 195 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Who voted in Northern Village of Lake Villa: Precinct Lake Villa 151 during 2020 Presidential Election?

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Lake County Gazette analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 762 voters in Northern Village of Lake Villa: Precinct Lake Villa 151 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

McLaughlin Aims to fully fund the LGDF: University of Illinois Report “Pritzker’s grocery tax will hurt municipalities”

BARRINGTON HILLS… State Representative Martin McLaughlin has voiced his concerns following the release of a study by the University of Illinois System’s Institute of Government and Public Affairs regarding Governor Pritzker's proposed Grocery Tax elimination.In response to the study, McLaughlin emphasized the importance of balancing priorities, stating, "We can do two things at once just like walking and chewing gum or in this case eliminating the grocery tax and restoring the full 10% allocation to our Local Government Distributive Fund."The report highlighted the...

Road Work Update: U.S. 12 Shoulder Repairs, Temporary Lane Closures in Spring Grove

The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) has announced upcoming roadwork that will impact motorists in Spring Grove. According to IDOT, repairs to the shoulders on U.S. 12, between Sunset and Wilmot roads, will necessitate lane closures. The closures will reduce traffic to a single lane with flaggers present, weather permitting, from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, April 16.IDOT has assured the public that despite the lane closures, "Access to businesses and residences will be maintained." However, drivers should be prepared for potential delays. IDOT advises...

How much more does an administrator earn than teachers in Oak Grove School District 68 in 2021-22 school year?

The average school administrator’s salary in Oak Grove School District 68 was $140,507 during the 2021-22 school year, while teaching salaries averaged $78,337, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

How did Central SE Village of Round Lake: Precinct Fremont 109 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Lake County Gazette analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 775 voters in Central SE Village of Round Lake: Precinct Fremont 109 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central Village of Beach Park: Precinct Benton 60

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Lake County Gazette analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 624 voters in Central Village of Beach Park: Precinct Benton 60 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central W City of Lake Forest: Precinct West Deerfield 394

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Lake County Gazette analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 664 voters in Central W City of Lake Forest: Precinct West Deerfield 394 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Libertyville residents rank 59th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois for January

Libertyville residents paid $1.6 million in sales taxes, ranking 59th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in January.

2021-22 School Year: Average school administrator earns 158.3% more than teachers in Emmons School District 33

The average school administrator’s salary in Emmons School District 33 was $141,753 during the 2021-22 school year, while teaching salaries averaged $54,879, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

2022: Prairie Crossing Charter School administrators rank 166th in state for average pay

Administrators in Prairie Crossing Charter School earn an average of $125,840 per year, ranking 166th in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Which former Lake County Gazette area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 15?