Lake County Gazette

The upcoming Sunset Serenade Concert is scheduled for July 17th at Freier Farm, taking place from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. The Lake Barrington Countryside Park District will add a playful element to the event with activities such as a giant inflatable...

Motorcycle crash in Gurnee results in one fatality; investigation ongoing

Lake County Sheriff's Traffic Crash Investigators are examining a fatal motorcycle crash that occurred in unincorporated Gurnee.

Waukegan woman arrested on multiple drug trafficking charges by sheriff's task force

The Lake County Sheriff's Office Special Investigations Group (SIG) has arrested a Waukegan woman on charges of drug trafficking.

Waukegan Park District opens applications for B.A.S.E. program

The Waukegan Park District is currently accepting applications for its Before & After School Experience (B.A.S.E.) program.

Vernon Township Republicans chairman: Problems with voter rolls have 'been building under years of Democratic inaction'

By Lake County Gazette | Jul 15, 2025

Jay Swidler, Chairman of Vernon Township Republicans, said that Illinois' voter roll issues reflect years of oversight by Democratic leaders.

Zion Elementary School District 6 invites community to Back to School Bash

By Lake County Gazette | Jul 15, 2025

Join Zion Elementary School District 6 for the Community Back to School Bash, a free event that celebrates students, families, and the beginning of a new academic year.

Traffic alert: Temporary closure of Lions Drive at Hough Street

By Lake County Gazette | Jul 15, 2025

Please be advised that beginning Wednesday, July 16, ComEd will temporarily close Lions Drive at Hough Street to perform utility relocation work.

How many H-1B petitions approved for employers classified under the Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services industry in Lake County Gazette publication area during 2024?

By Lake County Gazette | Jul 14, 2025

All H-1B petitions filed by employers classified under the Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services industry located across Lake County Gazette publication area were approved in 2024, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

Village-wide mosquito spraying planned for July 15th in Vernon Hills

By Lake County Gazette | Jul 14, 2025

Clarke Mosquito is set to conduct a village-wide mosquito spraying in Vernon Hills on the evening of July 15th, weather permitting.

Utility bill processing issue affects Wauconda Village residents

The Village has addressed a recent issue concerning some residents' CivicPay auto-debit payments not appearing on their July 1st utility bills.

Mundelein Community Center announces temporary pool closure for maintenance

We have been informed of an emergency shutdown at the Mundelein Community Center Indoor Swimming Pool, which is scheduled from Monday, July 21 to Friday, July 25.

Lindenhurst Police Department hosts first National Night Out on August 5

Join the Lindenhurst Police Department for their inaugural National Night Out event on August 5th.

District 103 opens registration for child care program

Registration for the 103 Club, a child care program offered by District 103, begins at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, July 15.

Illini Bluffs District appoints Josiah Martin as new high school principal

At the July 7 meeting, the Illini Bluffs Community Unit School District #327 Board of Education approved Josiah Martin as the new high school principal. Mr. Martin has been with Illini Bluffs for three years, currently serving as an 8th-grade math...

New assistant principal joins Beach Park Middle School

Dear Beach Park Middle School Families and Staff, The community is welcoming Autumn Parrish as the new Assistant Principal for the 2025-2026 school year at Beach Park Middle School.

Beach Park District 3 welcomes new director of building and grounds

Please join Beach Park District 3 in welcoming Tim Jansky as the new Director of Building and Grounds.

2024: Learn 9 in Waukegan administrators rank 178th lowest in state for average salary

Administrators in Learn 9 in Waukegan earn an average of $95,509 per year, ranking 178th lowest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Oak Crest School welcomes Alexa Young as assistant principal

We are pleased to announce that Alexa Young has been approved by the Beach Park Board of Education as the new Assistant Principal of Oak Crest School.

Tri-Valley Board of Education seeks candidate for vacant seat

The Tri-Valley Board of Education has announced a vacancy following the resignation of Mrs. Jessica Alt.

Lake Forest College alumnus credits interdisciplinary learning for fashion industry success