Lake County Gazette

Lake County residents paid $7.1 million in sales taxes, the fourth highest total paid per county in July.

Aptakisic-Tripp Community Consolidated School District 102 administrators rank 99th highest in state for average salary in 2023

Administrators in Aptakisic-Tripp Community Consolidated School District 102 earn an average of $137,331 per year, ranking 99th highest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Domestic Violence Awareness Month encourages support and advocacy

Domestic Violence Awareness Month is observed to unite against domestic violence. The initiative encourages breaking the silence, supporting survivors, and advocating for change. For those in need of assistance, the National Domestic Violence Hotline can be reached by texting START to 88788.

Authorities arrest man for child pornography; K9 assists in evidence discovery

The Lake County State’s Attorney’s Office has arrested Johnny M. Stewart, 18, for possessing and disseminating child pornography. The arrest followed an investigation by the Cyber Crimes Division and Special Investigations Division of the Lake County State’s Attorney's Office (LCSAO), with assistance from the Lake County Sheriff’s Office.

How many Lake County students failed their math exams in 2023?

More than 5 in 10 Lake County public high school students aren't at grade level in math.

Lake County collects $3.6 million in County Share of RTA Sales Tax in July

In July, Lake County saw a decrease in County Share of RTA Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

1 gas station in cities throughout Lake County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Sept. 28

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Lake County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Lake County taxpayers give $469,752 in County Sales Tax in July

In July, Lake County saw a decrease in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Analysis: Grayslake Community High School District 127 administrators rank 94th highest in state for average salary in 2023

Administrators in Grayslake Community High School District 127 earn an average of $138,102 per year, ranking 94th highest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Lake County in week ending Sept. 28?

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Lake County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Sept. 28, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Lake County Board candidate Grum: ‘There is absolutely no evidence that the Safe-T Act has made anyone in Lake County safer’

By Lake County Gazette Reports | Oct 2, 2024

As he campaigns for a seat on the Lake County Board, Lake Forest Police Commander Ben Grum is making headlines with his vocal opposition to the Illinois Safe-T Act, arguing that the legislation has not improved safety in the region.

Water sample drop-off event held at Barrington Area Library

Today marks the opportunity for residents to submit their water samples at the BACOG Private Well Water Testing Event. The event is being held at the Barrington Area Library and will continue until 6:30 p.m.

Lake Zurich residents rank 94th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois for July

Lake Zurich residents paid $948,021 in sales taxes, ranking 94th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in July.

2023: Warren Township High School District 121 administrators rank 93rd highest in state for average salary

Administrators in Warren Township High School District 121 earn an average of $138,397 per year, ranking 93rd highest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Lake County residents pay $3 million in Countywide Sales Tax in July

In July, Lake County saw a decrease in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

How many companies in cities in Lake County received FDA inspections in September?

There were three companies in cities associated with Lake County that received three FDA inspections in September, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

Local Government Meetings today in Lake County