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Lake Zurich encourages community bonding through summer block parties

The Village of Lake Zurich is encouraging residents to plan neighborhood block parties as a means to enjoy summer weekends, meet neighbors, and strengthen community bonds.

By Lake County Gazette | Mar 25, 2025

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Lake Forest approves $1.55 million for road resurfacing & patching

The Lake Forest City Council has approved the recommendation from its Public Works Committee to award a contract to Peter Baker & Son Co. for the joint 2025 annual patching and resurfacing project, which will include both Lake Forest and Lake Bluff.

Gurnee residents paid 24th-largest sum in sales taxes in Illinois during December 2024

Gurnee residents paid $2.4 million in sales taxes, the 24th highest total paid per municipality in December 2024.

House Republicans introduce ethics reform bills aimed at combating corruption

In a recent announcement, House Republicans emphasized their commitment to restoring public faith in government and combating corruption in Illinois through strengthened ethics laws.

Guide highlights role of 'shell' or 'vehicle' Bills within Illinois's Legislative Process

Shell bills, also known as vehicle bills, are a tool used by the Illinois General Assembly to create placeholders for yet-to-be-determined legislation.

Re-prioritizing state spending

We''re about two months away from passing a new state budget.

Village Board meeting on March 25 canceled

The regularly scheduled Village Board meeting for Tuesday, March 25th is cancelled.

Update on CN Railway's pedestrian gate installation in Barrington

Last year, the Village shared that the Canadian National Railway (CN) plans to install pedestrian gates at the Main Street crossing, just east of Barrington High School.

Union Pacific prepares pedestrian gate installations affecting key village intersections

At the Feb. 10 Committee of the Whole and Board of Trustees meetings, the Village Board reviewed a proposed plan for installing pedestrian gates at the Union Pacific Railroad (UP) crossings on Hough Street, Main Street, and Hillside Avenue.

New restaurant and grocer open in Buffalo Grove's Lake Cook corridor

Two new businesses have opened at the intersection of Lake Cook and McHenry Road, adding dining and grocery options to the area.

Cuba Township announces spring shredding event for April

By Lake County Gazette | Mar 23, 2025

Cuba Township’s Annual Spring Paper and Electronics Shredding Event is set for Saturday, April 19, 2025, from 8:30 to 11:30 AM, or until the shred truck is full.

Cuba Township announces spring brush pick-up schedule

By Lake County Gazette | Mar 23, 2025

The Spring Township Brush Pick Up is scheduled for the week of April 7, 2025.

Lake Forest announces deadline for purchasing new municipal vehicle stickers

By Lake County Gazette | Mar 23, 2025

Lake Forest residents are reminded that, per City Ordinance, the purchase of a vehicle sticker for all vehicles registered to the city is mandatory.

U.S. Department of Education investigates alleged Title IX violations in Illinois schools

Today, the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights (OCR) initiated investigations into the Illinois Department of Education, Chicago Public Schools District 299, and Deerfield Public Schools District 109 in response to allegations...

Lake County announces early voting sites for April 2025 election

Lake County has announced the Early Voting Sites for the April 1, 2025, For Hainesville residents, the closest early voting location is Avon Township, located at 433 E. Washington St. in Round Lake Park, IL 60073.

Hainesville announces yard waste collection schedule for 2025

Hainesville has announced that yard waste collection for single-family homes will run from April 1 to November 30.

Food Truck Thursdays returning with new and familiar vendors

Food Truck Thursdays are set to return, running from Thursday, April 17th to "We are excited to offer a number of new trucks this year as well as some of The events will take place from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. *schedule is subject to change For...