Lake County Gazette

Cole: ‘Join and help me bring compassion and accountability to the Lake County State’s Attorney Office’

By Lake County Gazette | Nov 28, 2023

Mary Cole, a candidate for Lake County State’s Attorney, announced the official filing of the necessary paperwork, solidifying her candidacy for the upcoming election.

From McHenry Times

Evans: ‘I am humbled by the outpouring of support from the district and we look forward to winning this race together!’

By McHenry Times | 1 year ago

Republican candidate Jerry Evans for the 11th Congressional District celebrated a major milestone in his campaign as he announced that his team successfully submitted nearly double the required number of petitions to secure a spot on the March ballot.

Report reveals Black students face more discipline at Libertyville High School in 2021-22 school year

By Lake County Gazette | Nov 28, 2023

Black students, constituting 1.9% or 34 of Libertyville High School's total student population of 1,800, accounted for four out of the seven total suspensions (57.1%) in the 2021-22 school year, averaging roughly one suspension per nine students, according to the latest student discipline report by the Illinois State Board of Education.

Rep. Weber Sponsoring Season of Giving Blood & Food Drive

By Lake County Gazette | Nov 28, 2023

State Representative Tom Weber (R-Lake Villa) is teaming up with the Johnsburg Public Library and Versiti to host a Season of Giving Blood Drive. The event, which will also be collecting non-perishable food items to support local food pantries, aims to make a positive impact in the community during the holiday season. Scheduled to take place on Wednesday, December 6, from 2 to 6 p.m., the blood drive will be held at the Johnsburg Public Library. The Versiti mobile blood drive bus will be stationed in the library parking lot to accommodate prospective donors. While...

Giving Tuesday: Inspiring Generosity Around the World

By Lake County Gazette | Nov 28, 2023

Giving Tuesday, a global movement that encourages people to engage in acts of kindness and generosity, is being recognized today. This annual event serves as a reminder that each one of us has the power to make a positive impact in our communities, no matter how small our actions may seem.The significance of Giving Tuesday lies in its ability to unite individuals from all walks of life, motivating them to contribute to the betterment of society. It serves as a powerful reminder that even the smallest act of kindness can have a profound effect on those in need.As we...

Lake County Zoning Board of Appeals met October 26

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Nov 28, 2023

Lake County Zoning Board of Appeals met 9 a.m. Thursday, October 26.

Village of Antioch Board of Trustees met Sept. 27

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 28, 2023

Village of Antioch Board of Trustees met Wednesday, Sept. 27

Lake County Planning, Building, Zoning and Environment Committee met Sept. 27

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 28, 2023

Lake County Planning, Building, Zoning and Environment Committee met Wednesday, Sept. 27

Weber: Fighting to protect at-risk kids

By Lake County Gazette | Nov 27, 2023

State Representative Tom Weber (R-Lake Villa) has dedicated himself to protecting at-risk children in Illinois following the tragic death of 5-year-old A.J. Freund in 2019. A former DCFS worker has recently been convicted in connection with A.J.'s death, highlighting the systemic problems within the agency that need to be addressed.Weber expressed his deep commitment to this cause, stating, "A.J.'s death forever changed my work here in Springfield. Despite several interactions between the family and DCFS, little A.J. died because the agency suffers from systemic problems...

Lake Forest Podcast hosts: ‘We don’t know who’s paying for’ the Lake Forest for Transparency group’s campaign ads

By Lake County Gazette | Nov 27, 2023

Podcast host Joe Weiss said “they’re saying you must spend at least I think it's $5,000 to have to file with the State Board of Elections.”

Report reveals white students face more discipline at Round Lake Beach Elementary School in 2021-22 school year

By Lake County Gazette | Nov 27, 2023

White students, constituting 10.9% or 46 of Round Lake Beach Elementary School's total student population of 423, accounted for 15 out of the 24 total suspensions (62.5%) in the 2021-22 school year, averaging roughly one suspension per three students, according to the latest student discipline report by the Illinois State Board of Education.

Village of Deerfield Committee of the Whole met Sept. 26

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 27, 2023

Village of Deerfield Committee of the Whole met Tuesday, Sept. 26

City of Highwood Firefighter's Pension Fund Board of Trustees met Oct. 31

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Nov 27, 2023

City of Highwood Firefighter's Pension Fund Board of Trustees met Tuesday, Oct. 31

Discipline at A.J. Katzenmaier Academy: Black students most affected in 2021-22 school year

By Lake County Gazette | Nov 26, 2023

Black students, constituting 32.2% or 109 of A.J. Katzenmaier Academy's total student population of 338, accounted for 53 out of the 68 total suspensions (77.9%) in the 2021-22 school year, averaging roughly one suspension per two students, according to the latest student discipline report by the Illinois State Board of Education.

On Saturday, November 25, Hawaii Baptist Academy standout Careah Baitlon competed in NCAA D3 game

By Lake County Gazette | Nov 26, 2023

The Lake Forest Foresters lost 40-64 in their NCAA D3 game against the Grinnell Pioneers on Saturday, November 25.

Mia deGrasse, former Willows Academy standout, played on Saturday, November 25 in NCAA D3 game

By Lake County Gazette | Nov 26, 2023

The game took place in Grinnell, Iowa.

Indian Trail High School standout Mariah Smith’s college team won in NJCAA game on Saturday, November 25

By Lake County Gazette | Nov 26, 2023

The Lake County Lancers won 60-54 in their NJCAA game against the Sauk Valley Skyhawks on Saturday, November 25.

On Saturday, November 25, former Munster High School standout Trinity Hogge’s college team lost in an NCAA D3 game

By Lake County Gazette | Nov 26, 2023

The game took place in Grinnell, Iowa.

Lake Mary High School standout Anika Kinnear’s college team lost in NCAA D3 game on Saturday, November 25

By Lake County Gazette | Nov 26, 2023

The Lake Forest Foresters lost 40-64 in their NCAA D3 game against the Grinnell Pioneers on Saturday, November 25.

On Saturday, November 25, former Plainfield South High School standout Alyssa Jones’ college team lost in an NCAA D3 game

By Lake County Gazette | Nov 26, 2023

The Lake Forest Foresters lost 40-64 in their NCAA D3 game against the Grinnell Pioneers on Saturday, November 25.