Lake County Gazette

Entertainment events this week in Lake County: Aug. 25-31

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 25, 2024

Don't miss out on these entertainment events happening in Lake County this week.

Which former Lake County Gazette area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Aug. 26?

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 25, 2024

These former Lake County Gazette area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Aug. 26.

Waukegan responsible for 21st-highest sales tax revenue in Illinois during May

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 24, 2024

Waukegan residents paid $2.4 million in sales taxes, the 21st highest total paid per municipality in May.

Lake County Gazette area weekly mass times

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 24, 2024

The following parishes in the Lake County Gazette coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Recent Lake County home sales in week ending Aug. 17

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 24, 2024

There were 168 reported residential sales in Lake County in the week ending Aug. 17, according to BlockShopper.com.

Zion man arrested on charges he drove on airport's active runway

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 24, 2024

A Zion man has been charged after Lake County Sheriff's deputies reported he trespassed on an active runway and entered an unoccupied aircraft at approximately 11:55 a.m. on August 20. Deputies were dispatched to Campbell Airport in unincorporated Grayslake.

Lake County Sheriff's deputies arrest suspect accused of fleeing at speeds over 100 mph

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 24, 2024

Lake County Sheriff's deputies arrested a Fox Lake woman who they said fled at speeds of more than 100 mph on Aug. 19. It was not the first time the stolen Dodge Charger had fled from Lake County law enforcement in recent days.

Cheapest premium gas in cities across Lake County in week ending Aug. 17

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 23, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Lake County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Lake County in week ending Aug. 17?

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 23, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Lake County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Rep. Tom Weber honored by NFIB for perfect voting record on small business issues

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 23, 2024

State Representative Tom Weber (R-Lake Villa) has been recognized by the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) of Illinois for achieving a perfect 100% NFIB Voting Record for the 2023-24 legislative session. This accolade underscores Weber’s commitment to supporting and advancing the interests of small businesses and job creators throughout Illinois.

Man sentenced for aggravated DUI resulting in two fatalities

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 23, 2024

Today, a Lake County Judge sentenced Jose S. Aguirre to 10 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections for a fatal DUI rollover crash that occurred in 2020.

State funds boost local library services across two districts

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 23, 2024

Libraries throughout the 51st and 52nd House Districts, serving over 242,000 people, are receiving a combined $360,595 in grants.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Lake County in week ending Aug. 17?

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 23, 2024

The only price of E15 gas in cities throughout Lake County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Entertainment events this weekend in Lake County: Friday, Aug. 23 - Sunday, Aug. 25

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 23, 2024

Don't miss out on these entertainment events happening in Lake County this weekend.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Lake County in week ending Aug. 17?

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 23, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Lake County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

1 gas station in cities throughout Lake County had the cheapest E85 gas in week ending Aug. 17

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 23, 2024

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Lake County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 17, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

42.3% of Lake County students failed their 2023 English exam; Scores fell 1.7% from previous year

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 22, 2024

More than 4 in 10 Lake County public students aren't at grade level based on their performance in the English portion of the 2023 SAT.

From Kane County Reporter

11th Congressional District candidate Evans: ‘It’s heartbreaking to see protesters openly supporting violence’

By Kane County Reporter reports | 4 months ago

11th Congressional District candidate Jerry Evans is condemning displays of antisemitism and violence by protesters near the Democratic National Convention (DNC) at the United Center in Chicago.

From North Cook News

10th Congressional District candidate Carris: ‘I am deeply disturbed by President Biden’s recent comments during his DNC speech’

By North Cook News reports | 4 months ago

10th Congressional District candidate Jim Carris has voiced strong condemnation of President Joe Biden’s recent comments regarding the pro-Palestinian protesters who clashed with police during the Democratic National Committee (DNC) events in Chicago.

Carris on revised federal jobs report: 'Washington is out of touch with the challenges we face'

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 21, 2024

Lake Forest, IL – In response to the August 21, 2024, Bureau of Labor Statistics’ preliminary annual benchmark review of employment data, Jim Carris, a candidate for Congress, released the following statement: