Lake County Gazette

Dr. Winkelman, in his Superintendent's Report, has announced several key dates as the district prepares for the back-to-school season.

Argo Community informed about progress in school district funds investigation

The Argo Community is being updated on the ongoing investigation into potential misuse of school district funds by the D217 Board of Education President.

Argo High School celebrates students' AP exam success with 107 perfect scores

Eighty-five students from Argo High School achieved the highest possible score of 5 on their Advanced Placement (AP) exams this year.

Consultant reveals Waukegan's rental housing market has a significant undersupply

A consultant informed the Waukegan City Council that a housing study, focusing on a mid to higher density market rate rental apartment community at 131 North County Street, revealed a significant undersupply in the rental housing market.

Mundelein man charged with child pornography

Lake County Sheriff's detectives arrested a Mundelein man on July 15, suspected of possessing numerous images and videos depicting child pornography, many involving children under the age of 13.

Lake County drug arrests net Waukegan suspects

The Lake County Sheriff's Office Special Investigations Group (SIG), a task force funded by the High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) program, recently made arrests involving individuals accused of selling drugs near an elementary school.

Lake County motorcycle crashes leave one dead, another seriously injured

Lake County Sheriff's Traffic Crash Investigators are examining two separate motorcycle accidents that occurred on July 18 and 19, resulting in one fatality and another serious injury.

Illinois State Rep. Tom Weber criticizes SAFE-T Act following ICE arrest

Following the arrest of Jose Luis Mendoza-Gonzalez by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in connection with the death of Antioch resident Megan Bos, State Representative Tom Weber expressed his concerns about Illinois' SAFE-T Act. “The...

Collinsville schools announce open house and kindergarten orientation schedule

We are approaching the beginning of the 2025-26 school year, which starts on August 13th.

Donation honors Bogie Redmon with support for education and athletics

Collinsville, Illinois – The Collinsville Area Community Foundation (CACF) has received a donation in memory of George “Bogie” Redmon, a notable athlete and businessman from Collinsville.

Coal City student achieves perfect ACT score

Cimino has been recognized for his exceptional academic performance, achieving a perfect score on the ACT exam.

Coal City teachers log over 1,000 hours on curriculum development

In June, educators from the Coal City Community Unit School District #1 collectively dedicated over 1,090 hours to enhance student learning experiences.

Board dedicates memorial bench for longtime secretary Mary Gill

On July 9, the Coal City Community Unit School District #1 Board of Education dedicated a bench in memory of Mary Gill, a long-serving board secretary who passed away in August 2024.

School district opens online registration for upcoming academic year

Online registration for the 2025–2026 school year is now open.

Cuba Township sets date for annual shredding event

Cuba Township has announced its annual spring paper and electronics shredding event.

School supply lists for 2025-26 available for PreK-8th grade

If you want to take advantage of back-to-school sales and purchase your child's school supplies early, use the provided link to view school supply lists for PreK-8th grade.

Board honors drama students and Special Olympics athletes

At the regular monthly meeting held on July 21, 2025, the Collinsville Community Unit School District 10 (CUSD 10) Board of Education recognized the achievements of drama students from Collinsville High School and members of the Kahok Special...

Buffalo Grove Police organize school supply drive for local students