Lake County Gazette

In Mrs. Giordano’s classroom at Coal City Intermediate School, fourth and fifth grade students are focusing on learning responsibility.

Coalers girls tennis team falls to Joliet Catholic Academy

The Coal City High School girls tennis team faced Joliet Catholic Academy on Monday, resulting in a 7-0 loss for the Coalers.

Coal City boys golf team finishes third at ICE Conference Tournament

Coal City High School's boys golf team recorded its best 18-hole team score at the Illinois Central Eight (ICE) Conference Tournament, finishing third with a total of 342.

Preschoolers at Coal City Early Childhood Center learn about friendship through activities

Last week, preschool students at Coal City Early Childhood Center participated in activities focused on friendship.

Coaler girls golf finishes second at ICE tournament; Sinkular named individual champion

The Coal City High School girls golf team finished second at the Illinois Central Eight (ICE) Conference Tournament held at Wolf Creek Golf Course on September 22.

Coalers Girls Golf team members achieve personal bests at recent tournaments

Last week, the Coalers Girls Golf team participated in two 18-hole tournaments where all team members achieved their career low scores.

Gill and Gabehart named as Coal City High School homecoming royalty

Carter Gill and Keirsten Gabehart were named the 2025 Coal City High School Homecoming king and queen during halftime of the seniors vs. staff flag football game on Monday.

Stevenson High School names 135 National Merit Scholarship semifinalists

135 students from Stevenson High School have been named Semifinalists in the 71st annual National Merit Scholarship Program.

Jackson and Jefferson students join area teams at Willowbrook cross-country invitational

On September 15, student-athletes from Jackson and Jefferson middle schools took part in Willowbrook High School’s third annual Middle School Invitational cross-country meet.

Highland Park police determine no threat after child luring report

By D. L. Darling | Sep 29, 2025

In the evening of September 24, 2025, the City of Highland Park Police Department responded to a report from a resident that a student had been approached by an unknown individual who allegedly asked the student to enter their vehicle.

Diamond Lake School District releases September edition of its monthly newsletter

The September edition of the Diamond Edge Newsletter from Diamond Lake School District 76 is now available.

Hooper Elementary celebrates successful first Deal Day focused on leadership

Hooper Elementary School recently held its first Deal Day, an event designed to encourage leadership and collaboration among students.

Grayslake District 127 joins countywide Navig8 Lake career exploration event

Grayslake Community High School District 127 will participate in Navig8 Lake, a countywide career exploration event scheduled for October 22.

Tri-Valley schools partner with Orland Park Dental Services for free student dental exams

Tri-Valley Community Unit School District 3 has announced a partnership with Orland Park Dental Services to offer free dental exams and cleanings for all interested students.

Highland Park Police investigate attempted child luring near Ridge Road

By A. W. Alonzo | Sep 29, 2025

On September 24, 2025, the Highland Park Police Department began investigating an attempted child luring incident that took place near Ridge Road and Devonshire Court earlier that afternoon.

Knights Café offers hands-on work experience for Grayslake North High School students

The Knights Café at Grayslake North High School has reopened with a new theme, focusing on student involvement and practical learning.

Dental Safari to offer dental services at Madison JH/HS on November 12-13