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State Representative Calls for Support of Scholarship Program for Underprivileged Kids

State Representative Martin McLaughlin (R-Barrington Hills) has called for support of the Invest in Kids Scholarship program, which provides educational opportunities for underprivileged children in Illinois. In a statement released from the 52nd House District, Rep. McLaughlin criticized the use of funds for new programs while neglecting the needs of these children."When did the People of Illinois approve of the Governor, and his progressive minions, overtaxing you to create a $1 billion 'Rainy Day Fund'?" questioned Rep. McLaughlin. He expressed concern that despite the...

Rep. Weber Responds to Ex-DCFS Worker Being Found Guilty in AJ Freund’s Death

State Representative Tom Weber (R-Lake Villa) has issued a statement in response to the guilty verdict of former Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) employee Carlos Acosta. Acosta was found guilty of child endangerment in the death of AJ Freund in 2019.Weber expressed his thoughts on the matter, acknowledging the significance of the verdict. He stated, "This guilty verdict has been a long time coming, but nothing will ever replace the loss of little AJ or diminish the pain our communities have endured." Weber emphasized his commitment to ensuring that DCFS...

Big Hollow School District 38 ranks 232nd in enrollment with 1,711 students during 2021-22 school year

Big Hollow School District 38 welcomed 1,711 students in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

City of Highwood Committee of the Whole met Aug. 15

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 13, 2023

City of Highwood Committee of the Whole met Tuesday, Aug. 15

Lake County Zoning Board of Appeals met Sep. 14

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 13, 2023

Lake County Zoning Board of Appeals met Thursday, Sep. 14

Q3 2023 Recap: 23 parolees from Lake County convicted of crimes involving weapons set for supervised release

There were 23 offenders convicted of crimes involving weapons 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.

Grant Community High School District 124 enrollment numbers in top 50% among Illinois districts during 2021-22 school year

Grant Community High School District 124 welcomed 1,815 students in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Enrollment Analysis: White students comprised 35.1% of Mundelein Elementary School District 75’s student body in 2021-22 school year

In Mundelein Elementary School District 75, 35.1% of students identified as white in the 2021-22 school year.

Rep. Weber Says DCFS Overhaul Should Include More Local Involvement to Protect Children

State Representative Tom Weber is advocating for a significant overhaul of the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) to better protect children from abuse and neglect. Weber believes that increasing local law enforcement's involvement during abuse or neglect investigations is crucial in ensuring the safety and well-being of children.Weber, who is the sponsor of the AJ Freund Act (House Bill 3471), emphasizes the importance of local collaboration in addressing child welfare issues. The proposed legislation aims to establish a more effective system by...

City of Highwood City Council met Aug. 15

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 12, 2023

City of Highwood City Council met Tuesday, Aug. 15

City of Lake Forest Senior Resources Commission met Sep. 14

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 12, 2023

City of Lake Forest Senior Resources Commission met Thursday, Sep. 14

Q3 2023 Recap: 1 parolee from Lake County convicted of a financial crime or fraud set for supervised release

There was one offender convicted of a financial crime or fraud 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.

How many white students were enrolled in Woodland Community Consolidated School District 50 in 2021-22 school year?

In Woodland Community Consolidated School District 50, 36.0% of students identified as white in the 2021-22 school year.

Enrollment Analysis: Asian students comprised 9.8% of Lake County’s student body in 2021-22 school year

In the 2021-22 school year, 9.8% of students enrolled in Lake County school districts identified as Asian.

Lincolnshire-Prairieview School District 103's enrollment rank decreases during 2021-22 school year

Lincolnshire-Prairieview School District 103 welcomed 1,851 students in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Rep. Weber Calls for DCFS to be Restructured from the Ground Up

State Representative Tom Weber has called for a major restructuring of the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS). In an interview with Capitol Connection, Rep. Weber expressed his concerns about the agency's systemic problems that are putting vulnerable children at risk.The call for restructuring comes after the announcement that DCFS Director Marc Smith will be resigning at the end of the year. Rep. Weber believes that this leadership change provides an opportunity to bring in fresh perspectives and expertise from outside of Illinois."It is clear...

Lake County Housing and Community Development Commission met Aug. 9

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 11, 2023

Lake County Housing and Community Development Commission met Wednesday, Aug. 9

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