Lake County Gazette

Lake County Sheriff's crash investigators are examining an early morning accident in Wadsworth that trapped two men inside their vehicle, leaving one with life-threatening injuries. The single-vehicle accident was reported at 4:15 a.m. on Sept. 15.

1 gas station in cities throughout Lake County had the cheapest E85 gas in week ending Sept. 14

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Lake County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 14, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Buffalo Grove home on Lucinda Drive left uninhabitable after fire

Buffalo Grove firefighters responded to a fire that caused $360,000 in damages and left a Lucinda Drive home uninhabitable on Thursday evening.

Analysis: Libertyville School District 70 administrators rank 34th highest in state for average salary in 2023

Administrators in Libertyville School District 70 earn an average of $152,657 per year, ranking 34th highest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Illinois DMV adjusts operating hours statewide starting September 23

Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias announced a change in DMV facility operating hours across the state next week to align with higher customer demand in the morning.

2023: Mundelein Consolidated High School District 120 administrators rank 28th highest in state for average salary

Administrators in Mundelein Consolidated High School District 120 earn an average of $155,910 per year, ranking 28th highest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

62.3% of college applicants to Lake County's 11 universities were admitted for fall 2022

Lake County's 11 universities admitted an estimated 62.3% of applicants for fall 2022, a decrease from the previous year.

Entertainment events this weekend in Lake County: Friday, Sept. 20 - Sunday, Sept. 22

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

1 gas station in cities throughout Lake County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Sept. 14

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Lake County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 14, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Prairie State sales taxes: Vernon Hills residents paid 42nd-largest sum in June

Vernon Hills residents paid $1.8 million in sales taxes, the 42nd highest total paid per municipality in June.

Illinois Department of Transportation seeks temporary snow removal operators for winter

The Illinois Department of Transportation is hiring temporary snow removal operators for the winter season. Interested individuals can visit the provided link to find open positions in their area: https://idot.illinois.gov/about-idot/employment-opportunities/employment.html.

Jim Carris criticizes Brad Schneider's vote on violence against women act

In response to the September 18, 2024 vote by Brad Schneider and 157 Democrats in Congress against the Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens Act, Jim Carris issued a statement expressing his concerns.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Lake County in week ending Sept. 14?

The only price of E15 gas in cities throughout Lake County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 14, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Lake County in week ending Sept. 14?

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Lake County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 14, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Waukegan Community Unit School District 60 administrators rank 18th highest in state for average salary in 2023

By Lake County Gazette | Sep 18, 2024

Administrators in Waukegan Community Unit School District 60 earn an average of $163,227 per year, ranking 18th highest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Congressional candidate criticizes opponent's refusal to debate

By Lake County Gazette | Sep 18, 2024

Jim Carris, a business leader and first-time candidate for Congress, has expressed concerns over his opponent Brad Schneider's refusal to engage in a debate. In an op-ed published on September 18, 2024, Carris emphasized the importance of civic discourse and accountability.

Analysis: Adlai E. Stevenson High School District 125 administrators rank 16th highest in state for average salary in 2023

Administrators in Adlai E. Stevenson High School District 125 earn an average of $164,980 per year, ranking 16th highest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Local Government Meetings today in Lake County

Lake County Local Government Meetings today.

United States observes Constitution Day and Citizenship Day

Constitution Day and Citizenship Day marks the anniversary of the adoption of the United States Constitution and honors all who have become U.S. citizens. Today, we honor the foundational principles of our country and celebrate the spirit of the American dream!

National Truck Driver Appreciation Week highlights essential contributions