Lake County Gazette

There were six offenders convicted of crimes involving alcohol living in Lake County released on parole during the third quarter of 2023, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Lake County Gazette.

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Waukegan Planning Commission, considers oil change shop on Belvidere Road

The Waukegan Planning and Zoning Commission will hear an application during its Oct. 12 meeting for a conditional use permit (CUP) for a quick lube oil change shop on Belvidere Road. The petitioner for the automobile service station is Mark Madigan of Take 5, and the property owner is White Castle System Inc. The proposed shop, called Take 5 Oil Change, would provide services such as oil changes, filter replacement, windshield wipers, fuel additives, and radiator flushes. The shop is expected to have six to eight employees and would operate from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday...

Enrollment Analysis: White students comprised 36.4% of Warren Township High School District 121’s student body in 2021-22 school year

In Warren Township High School District 121, 36.4% of students identified as white in the 2021-22 school year.

Vernon Hills collects coats for the Midwest Veterans Closet

The GLMV Chamber of Commerce Network and Village of Vernon Hills have partnered with local businesses and veteran service organizations to collect coats for the Midwest Veterans Closet.

Standing with Israel: Condemnation of Hamas Attacks

On October 7th, the world witnessed an unprecedented and shocking assault on Israel by Hamas. Thousands of rockets were launched into Israel, targeting civilian locations and causing death and destruction. This act of aggression resulted in the loss of hundreds of innocent lives and left thousands wounded. As if that was not enough, Hamas terrorists also invaded Israeli communities, kidnapping around 150 civilians, including women, children, and the elderly. In response to these heinous acts of violence, Rep. Weber and the Illinois House Republican Caucus have come...

Gurnee School District 56 ranks 214th in enrollment with 1,865 students during 2021-22 school year

Gurnee School District 56 welcomed 1,865 students in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

City of Lake Forest Plan Commission met Sep. 13

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 10, 2023

City of Lake Forest Plan Commission met Wednesday, Sep. 13

Lake County Housing and Community Development Commission met Sep. 13

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 10, 2023

Lake County Housing and Community Development Commission met Wednesday, Sep. 13

Enrollment Analysis: White students comprised 39.4% of Mundelein Consolidated High School District 120’s student body in 2021-22 school year

In Mundelein Consolidated High School District 120, 845 white students were enrolled in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Beach Park Community Consolidated School District 3 enrollment numbers in top 50% among Illinois districts during 2021-22 school year

Beach Park Community Consolidated School District 3 welcomed 1,893 students in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Prairie State sales taxes: Waukegan residents paid 20th-largest sum in July

Waukegan residents paid $3 million in sales taxes, the 20th highest total paid per municipality in July.

Lake Villa, Lindenhurst Round Lake Area Chamber of Commerce Hosts Blood Drive with American Red Cross

Lake Villa, Lindenhurst Round Lake Area Chamber of Commerce Hosts Blood Drive with American Red CrossLake Villa, IL - The Lake Villa, Lindenhurst Round Lake Area Chamber of Commerce is teaming up with the American Red Cross to host a blood drive on October 16. The event aims to support the ongoing need for blood donations in the local community.According to John Smith, President of the Chamber of Commerce, "We are excited to partner with the American Red Cross for this important initiative. The blood drive provides an opportunity for our community members to come...

City of Highland Park Sustainability Advisory Group met September 13

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Oct 9, 2023

City of Highland Park Sustainability Advisory Group met 6 p.m. Wednesday, September 13.

Lake County Community Health Center Governing Council met Sep. 12

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 9, 2023

Lake County Community Health Center Governing Council met Tuesday, Sep. 12

City of Highland Park City Council met Sep. 11

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 9, 2023

City of Highland Park City Council met Monday, Sep. 11

How did home valuation prices perform in Lake County during Q3 2023?

The median sale price of a home sold in the third quarter of 2023 in Lake County rose by $16,100, while total sales decreased by 26.4%.

How many white students were enrolled in Hawthorn Community Consolidated School District 73 in 2021-22 school year?

In Hawthorn Community Consolidated School District 73, 40.9% of students identified as white in the 2021-22 school year.

Fremont School District 79's enrollment rank increases during 2021-22 school year

Fremont School District 79 welcomed 2,093 students in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Effective property tax rate in Lake County outpaced the national average in Q3 2023

Property owners in Lake County paid 2.6% of the value of their homes in property taxes in the third quarter of 2023, which is more than 2.4 times the national average, according to the real estate analysis posted by Lake County Gazette.

National Domestic Violence Hotline Encourages Healthy Relationships during Domestic Violence Awareness Month