Lake County Gazette

Lake County Housing Authority payout evidence that huge severance packages must end, Illinois watchdog group argues

By Sean Fowler | Oct 21, 2017

Former Lake County Housing Authority CEO Jeneen Smith-Underwood received a $122,000 severance package after only a four-month stint in the position.

Roskam urges Trump to block Boeing-Iran airline deal

By Sean Fowler | Oct 19, 2017

U.S. Rep Peter Roskam wants a multi-billion dollar aircraft sale between Boeing and Iran Air to be blocked by President Trump, until the airline promises to stop supporting terrorist efforts, according to a recent letter he sent President Trump.

Deerfield High twins bring sense of family to court

By Sean Fowler | Jan 24, 2017

In basketball, a team can become a close-knit group, almost like another family. This bond is even stronger when there are sisters on the same court.

Championships marked transition for Southern Illinois thrower

By Sean Fowler | Jul 1, 2016

Southern Illinois thrower Josh Freeman has a fantastic future ahead of him -- competing internationally, interning under his former coach, and even getting to coach his sister with the Salukis.His college career, however, almost ended with disappointment. 

Saluki shot putter saves best for last at NCAA Championships

By Sean Fowler | Jun 27, 2016

CARBONDALE, Ill. -- It took a little bit of luck and some sweating out other results, but Southern Illinois Salukis shotput thrower Josh Freeman made his mark at the NCAA Championships, finishing sixth and earning historic All-American honors.