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Buffalo Grove officials discuss tragic case on upcoming true-crime podcast

Buffalo Grove Police Chief Brian Budds recently addressed the community, reflecting on a tragic incident that occurred in November 2022.

By Lake County Gazette | Apr 20, 2025

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Prairie State sales taxes: Waukegan residents paid 33rd-largest sum in January

Waukegan residents paid $2.4 million in sales taxes, the 33rd highest total paid per municipality in January.

By Lake County Gazette | Apr 19, 2025

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Lake County Sheriff's Office, NORTAF arrest four burglary suspects

By Lake County Gazette | Apr 18, 2025

Four suspects were arrested on the afternoon of April 16 following a residential burglary in Long Grove.

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Village announces summer road rehabilitation project starting May 1st

By Lake County Gazette | Apr 18, 2025

The Village's contractor, Brother's Asphalt Paving, is set to begin road improvements in various areas starting May 1st, with work expected to continue through early July.

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Wauconda announces rehabilitation project for Water Tower #4

By Lake County Gazette | Apr 18, 2025

The Village of Wauconda's water distribution system includes five elevated "The Village of Wauconda’s water distribution system consists of five elevated each containing 500,000 gallons of water.

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IHSA responds to House Republican letter on policy affecting female athletes

By Lake County Gazette | Apr 17, 2025

After House Republicans requested to hear how IHSA would amend their policy to fall in line with the President’s order protecting women and girls from having to compete against biological males in sports.

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Lake County announces 2025 transportation improvements

By Lake County Gazette | Apr 17, 2025

Lake County has announced that the Division of Transportation's 2025 construction program will allocate $117 million to infrastructure projects focused on enhancing safety, mobility, and sustainability throughout the county.

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Lake County evaluates options after federal funds cut

By Lake County Gazette | Apr 17, 2025

Lake County is exploring alternative funding options after more than $3 million in federally earmarked funds for infrastructure and affordable housing were removed from the Fiscal Year 2025 budget.

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Teens arrested after traffic stop in Zion recovers firearms, drugs

By Lake County Gazette | Apr 15, 2025

Three 17-year-olds were apprehended by Lake County Sheriff's deputies on April 13 on firearms charges following a traffic stop in Zion, near 27th Street and Galilee Avenue, at approximately 8:15 p.m. Drug possession charges are pending.

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Motorcyclist critically injured in wreck with garbage truck in Antioch

By Lake County Gazette | Apr 15, 2025

A motorcycle driver sustained life-threatening injuries after colliding with a garbage truck in unincorporated Antioch.

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Lake Zurich ranks 86th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois during January

By Lake County Gazette | Apr 14, 2025

Lake Zurich residents paid $1.2 million in sales taxes, ranking 86th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in January.

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Lake County: Residents received $727.67 million per capita from Medicaid transfers in 2022

By Lake County Gazette | Apr 13, 2025

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 1.1% of income in Lake County, providing an average of $1,026 per capita to residents.

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Vernon Hills hosts free compost giveaway on May 4

By Lake County Gazette | Apr 12, 2025

On Sunday, May 4, the Vernon Hills Park District is hosting a Free Compost Giveaway from 10 AM-3 PM in the Park Maintenance Facility Parking Lot at 1400 Indianwood Drive, Vernon Hills.

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Gas line strike leads to road closure in Round Lake

By Lake County Gazette | Apr 12, 2025

During the repair of a water main break on Hart Road, a gas line was accidentally struck.

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Downtown Libertyville to host movie filming from April 14-16

By Lake County Gazette | Apr 12, 2025

A television movie crew is set to film various scenes in downtown Libertyville from Monday, April 14th through Wednesday, April 16th.

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Trinity International University to close Bannockburn Campus by 2026

By Lake County Gazette | Apr 12, 2025

Trinity International University (TIU) Announces Changes TIU TO CLOSE BANNOCKBURN CAMPUS BY 2026 On April 8, 2025, Trinity International University (TIU) announced the following: “Trinity Western University (TWU) and Trinity Evangelical Divinity...

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Vernon Hills Park District seeks new commissioner after resignation

By Lake County Gazette | Apr 12, 2025

The Vernon Hills Park District has announced the resignation of Commissioner Janice Giraldo from the Board of Park Commissioners due to relocation.

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Barrington secures funding for Union Pacific pedestrian gates

By Lake County Gazette | Apr 11, 2025

The Village of Barrington is dedicated to enhancing public safety, with a strong focus on rail safety initiatives that affect the community.

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Cuba Township announces compost giveback event for May 10

By Lake County Gazette | Apr 11, 2025

Cuba Township has announced a SWALCO donation of 20 cubic yards of compost to share with residents on Saturday, May 10, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This initiative is part of the celebration for International Compost Awareness Week (ICAW).