Lake County
Recent News About Lake County
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SWALCO announces annual Pumpkin Smash composting event
The Solid Waste Agency of Lake County (SWALCO) has announced the annual Pumpkin Smash, a post-Halloween event designed to encourage residents to compost their jack-o-lanterns at designated locations, thereby preventing them from ending up in...
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Lake County Clerk’s Office announces extension of 'I Voted' sticker design contest
The Lake County Clerk's Office has announced an extension of the "I Voted" sticker design contest deadline to Friday, November 14.
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Lake County announces National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week
Lake County has announced National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week, scheduled for October 19–25, 2025.
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Lake County announces Envision 2050 transportation plan
Lake County has announced the launch of Envision 2050, a comprehensive long-term transportation plan designed to outline priorities for road, transit, biking, and walking improvements over the next 25 years.
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Lake County Sheriff’s Office identifies and charges suspect in Ingleside fatal shooting
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office has announced the identification and charging of a suspect in connection with the fatal shooting of a 19-year-old in Ingleside.
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Lake County Sheriff’s Office announces arrests in firearm trafficking investigation
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office has announced the successful conclusion of a joint investigation with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) Chicago Field Division, resulting in the arrests of two individuals accused of...
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Lake County announces deputy injured in Ingleside traffic crash
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office has reported that a deputy was injured in a traffic accident in Ingleside.
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Lake County announced teen arrested after fleeing with loaded firearm
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office reported the detention of a teenager who fled from deputies while carrying a loaded firearm.
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Lake County detectives arrest two men in $17,000 elder fraud case
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office announced that on September 29, 2025, detectives arrested two men accused of defrauding an 80-year-old Green Oaks woman of $17,000.
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Lake County completes White Deer Run Reservoir to boost water reliability
Lake County has announced the completion of the $7.5 million White Deer Run Reservoir in Vernon Hills, a project aimed at enhancing water reliability and emergency preparedness for the Vernon Hills Water System.
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Lake County seeks feedback on ADA transition plan
Lake County is seeking public feedback on its Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Comprehensive Transition Plan following a recent public meeting discussing the plan's progress.
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Lake County launches Envision 2050 transportation plan survey
Lake County has announced Envision 2050, a comprehensive long-range transportation plan aimed at guiding decisions and priorities for the next 25 years.
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Lake County begins Sheridan Crossing remediation project
Lake County has announced a partnership with the City of North Chicago to initiate the Sheridan Crossing Remediation Project.
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Lake County Sheriff’s Office reports arrest in Round Lake arson case
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office has announced the arrest of a man accused of intentionally setting a house on fire in unincorporated Round Lake.
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Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center marks 30 years as FQHC
Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center has marked its 30th anniversary as a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), commemorating three decades of healthcare service to county residents.
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Lake County deputies capture Wisconsin fugitive with possible kidnapping victim
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office reported the successful capture of a man who fled from Wisconsin authorities and was suspected of having a kidnapping victim in his vehicle.
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Lake County Sheriff’s Office announces arrests in child neglect and pornography case
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office has announced the arrest of two parents following an investigation that uncovered their children living in unsanitary conditions and child pornography in the father's possession.
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Lake County Sheriff’s Office announces new K9 team member
The Lake County Sheriff's Office has announced the addition of K9 Zack, an explosive detection dog, to its K9 Unit.
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Lake County Stormwater Management Commission announces the 2025 Winter Best Practices Workshops
The Lake County Stormwater Management Commission has announced that registration is now open for the 2025 Winter Best Practices Workshops, which are scheduled to occur from September through November.
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Lake County Sheriff’s Office announces investigation of Ingleside car-pedestrian crash
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office has announced an investigation into a car versus pedestrian crash that occurred in Ingleside on the afternoon of August 13, 2025.