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Lake County announces six-month housing coalition initiative

By Lake County Gazette | Jul 24, 2025

Lake County has announced the launch of the Lake County Coalition for Housing, a six-month regional initiative aimed at addressing housing challenges by bringing together business, government, and community leaders to develop actionable solutions.

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Vernon Hills plans safer crosswalks for students

By Lake County Gazette | Jul 24, 2025

The Village of Vernon Hills is preparing to apply for a Safe Routes to School grant aimed at enhancing pedestrian safety at crosswalks, particularly for students commuting to school.

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First human case of West Nile virus reported in Lake County for 2025

By Lake County Gazette | Jul 24, 2025

The Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center has reported the first human case of neuroinvasive West Nile virus in Lake County for 2025.

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Batavia Police join statewide effort to curb speeding through July

By Lake County Gazette | Jul 24, 2025

The Batavia Police Department is collaborating with the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT), the Illinois State Police, and over 200 local law enforcement agencies in a statewide traffic safety initiative.

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Batavia Police join statewide speed awareness campaign on July 23

By Lake County Gazette | Jul 24, 2025

The Batavia Police Department is collaborating with the Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police (ILACP) for the "Illinois Speed Awareness Day" on July 23, 2025.

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Woman charged with drug-induced homicide after fatal fentanyl overdose in Lake Forest

By Lake County Gazette | Jul 24, 2025

A woman has been charged with drug-induced homicide following a fentanyl-related death in Lake Forest, Illinois.

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Lake Forest Police join statewide effort for Speed Awareness Day on July 23

By Lake County Gazette | Jul 24, 2025

State, county, and local law enforcement agencies across Illinois are collaborating for Speed Awareness Day to address speed-related violations.

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District 113 invites parents to discuss new cell phone procedure

By Lake County Gazette | Jul 24, 2025

District 113 is set to introduce a new cell phone procedure for the upcoming school year.

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New Trier’s problem solving camp inspires creativity among 8th graders

By Lake County Gazette | Jul 24, 2025

An eventful week concluded at New Trier's 8th Grade Problem Solving Camp, where participants engaged in a variety of creative and engineering challenges.

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New Trier students return from educational trip to Germany

By Lake County Gazette | Jul 24, 2025

Seventeen students from New Trier, along with their German teachers, recently returned from a two-week educational trip to Germany.

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Waukegan man arrested for drug trafficking near elementary school

By Lake County Gazette | Jul 24, 2025

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

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Motorcyclist injured in hit-and-run crash; investigation ongoing by Lake County authorities

By Lake County Gazette | Jul 24, 2025

Lake County Sheriff's investigators are examining a hit-and-run incident involving a motorcycle that occurred overnight.

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Motorcyclist dies in collision with semi-truck in Green Oaks

By Lake County Gazette | Jul 24, 2025

A traffic accident in Green Oaks resulted in the death of a motorcyclist on Friday afternoon.

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Police chase ends with arrests; drugs found; charges filed

By Lake County Gazette | Jul 24, 2025

A man was taken into custody after leading police on a chase involving multiple agencies.

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Man charged after alleged assault with knife in Lake County

By Lake County Gazette | Jul 24, 2025

Lake County Sheriff's Deputies have arrested a man following an incident involving assault with a knife.

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Man arrested in Mundelein for possession and distribution of child pornography

By Lake County Gazette | Jul 24, 2025

Lake County Sheriff's Detectives have arrested a man from unincorporated Mundelein for possessing and distributing child pornography.

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Fall 2025 athletics registration opens with new platform and eligibility requirements

By Lake County Gazette | Jul 24, 2025

Grand Community High School District 124 Facebook group posted that registration for fall 2025 athletics is now open

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Sachs Recreation Center announces temporary closure for facility maintenance

By Lake County Gazette | Jul 24, 2025

The Sachs Recreation Center will undergo facility maintenance and will be closed from August 13 to August 20.

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Barrington 220 addresses low enrollment in Chinese Immersion program

By Lake County Gazette | Jul 24, 2025

Barrington 220 has been evaluating the enrollment numbers in its Chinese Immersion program.

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Barrington 220 introduces ParentSquare for future communications

By Lake County Gazette | Jul 24, 2025

Starting August 6, Barrington 220 district communications will introduce a new tool called ParentSquare.