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Reckless homicide charge filed in Barrington fatal crash

On Sunday, Feb. 16, 2025, a fatal motor vehicle crash occurred on Northwest Highway (Route 14) in Barrington.

By Lake County Gazette | Feb 21, 2025

Anchorage introduces new waste management app for residents

The Municipality of Anchorage has announced the launch of a new app aimed at helping residents manage their waste disposal more effectively.

By Lake County Gazette | Feb 21, 2025

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Cuba Township announces Firewood Friday event for March 2025

By Lake County Gazette | Feb 21, 2025

Cuba Township has announced its upcoming Firewood Friday event, scheduled for March 14, 2025.

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Temporary fire station prepares for operations amid major rebuild

By Lake County Gazette | Feb 21, 2025

Preparations are underway for the rebuild of Fire Station 25 in Buffalo Grove.

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Turtles Swim Team announces spring/summer tryout dates

By Lake County Gazette | Feb 21, 2025

Tryouts for the Turtles Swim Team Spring/Summer season are scheduled for March 10 from 6-7:45 PM at Vernon Hills High School.

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United Way Lake County offers multilingual, confidential support for residents

By Lake County Gazette | Feb 21, 2025

Lake County Warming Centers A key resource for accessing assistance in Lake County is the United Way Lake County 211 Resource Center, which provides 24/7 confidential support.

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Loveland Fire Rescue Authority seeks firefighter-paramedics

By Lake County Gazette | Feb 20, 2025

The Loveland Fire Rescue Authority (LFRA) is seeking individuals to join its team as Firefighters/Paramedics.

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Waukegan man charged in Beach Park shooting death

By Lake County Gazette | Feb 19, 2025

A Waukegan man has been charged in connection with the shooting death of an associate in Beach Park on February 9.

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Prairie State taxes: Lake Zurich residents rank 90th in total sales taxes paid for November 2024

By Lake County Gazette | Feb 19, 2025

Lake Zurich residents paid $1.1 million in sales taxes, ranking 90th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in November 2024.

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Rep. Weber critiques governor's latest budget address citing increased spending proposals

By Lake County Gazette | Feb 19, 2025

Following the recent State of the State and Budget Address, State Representative Tom Weber (R-Lake Villa) issued a statement expressing his concerns about the proposed budget. “After listening to the Governor’s Address today, it has become crystal...

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License plate reader helps Lake County deputies find wanted man

By Lake County Gazette | Feb 17, 2025

An alert from a FLOCK license plate reader near Greenwood Avenue and Sheridan Road in Waukegan resulted in the arrest of a North Chicago man.

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K9 Duke helps catch suspected tavern burglar

By Lake County Gazette | Feb 17, 2025

K9 Duke assisted Lake County Sheriff's deputies in apprehending a man suspected of committing an overnight burglary at a tavern in unincorporated Grayslake.

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LK9 Lux joins Lake County Sheriff's Office in his father's footsteps

By Lake County Gazette | Feb 17, 2025

Lake County Sheriff John D. Idleburg has announced the addition of K9 Lux to the sheriff's office as its newest police canine.

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Nation reflects on leadership and legacy during Presidents' Day

By Lake County Gazette | Feb 17, 2025

On Presidents’ Day, the nation pauses to honor and remember the leaders who have guided the country through its greatest challenges and triumphs.

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Highland Park addresses unlawful school bathroom recordings involving juvenile suspect

By Lake County Gazette | Feb 16, 2025

The City of Highland Park, North Shore School District 112, and Township High School District 113 are collaborating in response to incidents involving unlawful video recording in bathrooms at Edgewood Middle School and Highland Park High School.

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Purple Plunge charity event returns to Lake Zurich

By Lake County Gazette | Feb 15, 2025

The Purple Plunge is a popular annual charity event in Lake Zurich where Organized by a local non-profit, the event aims to make a positive impact Schedule for the day: - 9:00 AM: Registration opens at Scoreboard Bar and Grill, where raffle...

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Illinois celebrates National FFA Week, honoring future agricultural leaders

By Lake County Gazette | Feb 15, 2025

It’s National FFA Week, a time to recognize the contributions of an organization that celebrates the hard work, leadership, and determination of future leaders in agriculture.

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Flags to be flown at half-staff in honor of Officer Jason Roscow

By Lake County Gazette | Feb 15, 2025

On Feb 15, 2025, it was announced that flags covered by the Illinois Flag Display Act are to be flown at half-staff in honor of Officer Jason Roscow.

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Village introduces online portal for reporting snow plow damages

By Lake County Gazette | Feb 15, 2025

Residents needing to report a damaged mailbox or lawn, or having complaints or concerns related to snow plowing, can now use the Village's new online Service Request portal available on its website.