In a heated discussion on the Jan. 31 episode of the Lake Forest Podcast titled “Caucus Vote & Voting Rights,” tensions flared between podcast co-host Joe Weiss and former state senator Susan Garrett over a recent failed bylaw amendment proposed…

There were 4,877 multiracial students enrolled in Lake County schools in the 2024-25 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Students at West Elementary School who maintained an attendance rate of 95% or higher were recognized with golden tickets to attend a Blackout Black Light Dance Party.

Waukegan High School’s JROTC program will hold its annual Valentine’s for Veterans event on Saturday, February 7.

Throughout February, Waukegan Community Unit School District 60 will observe Black History Month by highlighting the history, achievements, and contributions of African Americans to the country and local community.

February marks Black History Month, a time to recognize the contributions of African Americans in the United States and within local communities.

North Chicago School District 187 has announced a full schedule of events and activities for February as the district enters the second half of the school year.

Parents and caregivers of students entering ninth grade are invited to attend LFHS 101, an informational event hosted by Lake Forest Community High School.

Zion Central Middle School (ZCMS) marked the end of its first semester with a pep rally that brought together students and staff for friendly competitions and school spirit activities.

Carol Sente, President of the Vernon Hills Park District Board of Commissioners, has received the Master Board Distinction at the Illinois Association of Park Districts/Illinois Park and Recreation Association (IAPD/IPRA) Conference held on…

Kindergarten students at Lakeview Elementary recently completed an art project called “Blotto Hearts,” inspired by American artist Jim Dine.

In January 2026, the Park District of Highland Park held several committee and board meetings to discuss ongoing projects, financial matters, and community initiatives.

The Village of Lindenhurst is inviting residents to participate in a new initiative aimed at capturing personal stories and experiences as part of two significant anniversaries: the 70th anniversary of the village’s incorporation and the 250th…

For the second consecutive year, Lake Forest College students and alumni who are certified by the IRS are offering free, in-person tax preparation services to eligible community members.

At the February 2, 2026 meeting, the Buffalo Grove Village Board recognized four recipients as part of its Caring Community Program.

The Plan & Design Commission will hold a meeting on February 3, 2026.

State Sen. Darby Hills (R-Barrington Hills) has filed Senate Bill 2788, legislation aimed at creating a statewide funding structure for school resource officers (SROs) across Illinois.

Joe Weiss, co-host of the Lake Forest Podcast, has filed a complaint with the Illinois State Board of Elections alleging that Lake Forest for Transparency (LF4T) engaged in election-related advocacy without registering as a political committee or disclosing its funding,…

Susan Garrett, former Illinois state senator, is defending her vote against a proposed internet voting amendment in Lake Forest, saying residents who opposed the measure “should not be condemned.”

An ethics complaint has been filed with the Illinois Attorney Registration and Disciplinary Commission (ARDC) against Illinois Supreme Court Justice Elizabeth Rochford, accusing her of making a false statement to evade service of a court summons.