August, 2016 Stories | Lake County Gazette

Lake County Solid Waste Agency to discuss 2017 Legislative Policy

By Louie Torres | Aug 31, 2016

The Lake County Legislative Committee's Solid Waste Agency will review and discuss the 2017 Legislative Policy at its next meeting 10:45 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 8, at 1311 N. Estes Street in Gurnee.

Wauconda License and Administration Committee reviews codification vendors

By Louie Torres | Aug 30, 2016

At a meeting this week, the Wauconda License and Administration Committee reviewed codification vendors.

Mundelein Committee of Whole discusses alternative revenue options

By Louie Torres | Aug 30, 2016

At a recent meeting, the Mundelein Committee of the Whole discussed alternative revenue options.

Mundelein trustees discuss sensitive issues in closed session

By Louie Torres | Aug 30, 2016

At a recent meeting, the Mundelein Village Board held a closed session to discuss sensitive issues involving pending or threatened litigation, real estate transactions or sensitive personnel issues.

Tax activism group's ads call on Democratic legislators so say 'no' to Madigan

By Carol Ostrow | Aug 29, 2016

As the election season gains steam, the grassroots anti-tax group Americans for Prosperity is calling out a number of state legislators for having a "yes" problem in Springfield, specifically when it comes to House Speaker Mike Madigan, D-Chicago.

State high court ruling against redistricting measure 'no surprise' to Blumenthal

By Hoang Tran | Aug 29, 2016

While many are shocked that the Illinois Supreme Court ruled against the Independent Map Amendment and upheld Cook County Circuit Judge Diane Larsen’s ruling that the amendment is unconstitutional, Martin Blumenthal, the Republican running for the District 58 State House seat, was not surprised by the party-line vote.

Salzberg praises 'No Budget No Pay' bill, warns of health care crisis on horizon

By Hoang Tran | Aug 29, 2016

Benjamin Salzberg, the Republican running for the District 29 State Senate seat, said every business sector in Illinois needs to be examined and commends Comptroller Leslie Munger for shedding light on the situation when she proposed her “No Budget No Pay” bill which ties legislators' paychecks to the passage of a balanced budget.

Abernathy slams state high court ruling against redistricting-reform ballot measure

By Hoang Tran | Aug 29, 2016

Remapping efforts in Illinois suffered a hugh defeat late last week when the Illinois Supreme Court voted 4-3 against putting the Independent Map Amendment on November’s ballot.

Amrozowicz echoes tax activism group's ads against Bush, other Democrats

By Carol Ostrow | Aug 29, 2016

Mike Amrozowicz, the Republican candidate running for the District 31 State Senate seat, responded to recent ads that called out his opponent, State Sen. Melinda Bush, D-Grayslake, while he remains focused on issues he said are critical to Illinois’ future.

U.S. Route 41/Deerfield Road interchange ramps set to reopen by Sept. 7

By JoAnna Brown | Aug 29, 2016

Drivers are asked to be aware that ramps will be closed at the U.S. Route 41/Deerfield Road interchange as part of the Deerfield Road Reconstruction Project.

Grayslake Central High Booster Club 5K Turkey Trot signup underway

By Brent Zell | Aug 29, 2016

The fourth annual 5K Turkey Trot, a fundraiser for the Grayslake Central High School Booster Club, will take place Sunday, Nov. 20, with the race starting at 9 a.m. at the high school track, 400 N. Lake St.

Amrozowicz laments state high court ruling against remapping

By Hoang Tran | Aug 29, 2016

The Illinois Supreme Court's recent decision on the Independent Map Amendment is a defeat for supporters, and Mike Amrozowicz, Republican candidate for state Senate in District 31, is upset with the ruling.

Waukegan Judiciary Committee may add new liquor-license class

By Louie Torres | Aug 26, 2016

At a recent meeting, the Waukegan Judiciary Committee considered adding a new liquor-license class.

Waukegan Planning Commission eyes South Sheridan Revitalization Plan

By Louie Torres | Aug 26, 2016

The Waukegan Planning and Zoning Commission will consider approving the South Sheridan Revitalization Plan at its next meeting 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 8.

Libertyville Streets Committee updated on pavement-upgrade program

By Louie Torres | Aug 26, 2016

At a recent meeting, the Libertyville Streets Committee was updated on the 2017 Pavement Rehabilitation Program.

College football preview: Northwestern's defensive bench remains deep

By Brent Zell | Aug 26, 2016

An injury to a key player may have shown just what kind of strength Northwestern has this season.

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GOP says Madigan to blame for keeping Independent Map Amendment off November ballot

By LocalLabs News Service | Aug 26, 2016

The Illinois Supreme Court has ruled that the Independent Map Amendment should be kept off the November ballot.

High school football preview: Lake County teams gear up for fall

By Brent Zell | Aug 26, 2016

There is no shortage of starters back on either side of the ball for Vernon Hills this season.

Lake County HCDC Advisory Committee to discuss grant application

By Louie Torres | Aug 25, 2016

The Lake County Housing and Community Development Commission's (HCDC) Advisory and Recommendation Committee will discuss the draft 2017 Human Services Grant application at its next meeting 11 a.m. Friday in the Central Permit Facility's second-floor Conference Room, 500 W. Winchester Road, in Libertyville.