Lake County Gazette

There were 37 students suspended in Lincolnshire-Prairieview School District 103 in a single school year according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Lake County Board candidate: Officers ‘should be able to see their body cam to assist them’

Andy Dalkin, Lake County Board candidate, said that body cams provide different perspectives of the same incident, so officers should review their footage to ensure accurate reporting, as discrepancies don't imply dishonesty but reflect varying viewpoints. Dalkin was on a recent episode of the Lake Forest podcast.

Lake County's men's football teams receive $496,801 in 2023

Men's football teams from Lake County received $496,801 during the 2023 season, down 74.2% from the previous year.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on E85 gas in cities in Lake County in week ending July 6?

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Lake County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 6, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Lake County Board candidate: We need to ‘replace Eric Reinhart’

By Lake County Gazette | Jul 11, 2024

Andy Dalkin, Lake County Board candidate, said that Eric Reinhart should be replaced by Mary Cole, who is tough on crime and dedicated to victims' rights, which Reinhart neglects. Dalkin was on a recent episode of the Lake Forest podcast.

Lake County Board candidate: ‘My competition was in favor of’ doubling county taxes

By Lake County Gazette | Jul 10, 2024

Andy Dalkin, Lake County Board candidate, said that recent real estate tax increases, supported by some board members including his competition, have significantly impacted residents, alongside a previous gas tax hike. Dalkin was on a recent episode of the Lake Forest podcast.

1 gas station in cities throughout Lake County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending July 6

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Lake County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 6, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

How many Hispanic students were enrolled in Lake County County schools in 2022-23 school year?

In Lake County County schools, 39,943 Hispanic students were enrolled in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Waukegan responsible for 23rd-highest sales tax revenue in Illinois during April

Waukegan residents paid $2.4 million in sales taxes, the 23rd highest total paid per municipality in April.

Lake County Board candidate: ‘I've got a very strong background in law enforcement’

Andy Dalkin, Lake County Board candidate, said he has a strong background in law enforcement from his time as Cook County State's Attorney and overseeing the Chicago Police Department. Dalkin was on a recent episode of the Lake Forest podcast.

Illinois seeks public input on Chain O'Lakes and Fox River water levels

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources Office of Water Resources is seeking public input to improve the water system and address flooding and maintenance concerns on the Chain O’Lakes and Fox River. The initiative aims to enhance living, boating, and entrepreneurship experiences in these areas.

McHenry County officials warn residents of property tax scam

The McHenry County Treasurer’s Office and the McHenry County State’s Attorney’s Office have issued a warning about a property tax scam targeting local taxpayers. The fraudulent letter, which appears to be from McHenry County Government, contains small print at the bottom disclosing it is actually from "Tax Registry LLC."

Rep. Weber and Johnsburg Library hosting blood drive amid Illinois shortage

Rep. Tom Weber and the Johnsburg Library are organizing a blood drive in collaboration with Versiti to address the critical blood shortage currently affecting Illinois. The event will take place on Thursday, July 25, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., at the Johnsburg Public Library located at 3000 N Johnsburg Rd, Johnsburg, IL 60051. The blood drive will be held in a bus parked in the library's parking lot.

Driver of stolen vehicle dies on Saturday after collision in Zion

A Wisconsin man died after the stolen Lexus GS400 he was driving collided with a GMC Yukon in unincorporated Zion on July 6. The driver and passengers of the Yukon sustained non-life-threatening injuries.

Lake County deputies arrested trio on illegally possessing loaded firearms charges

Lake County Sheriff's deputies arrested three individuals for illegally possessing loaded firearms at approximately 11:45 p.m. on July 5. Deputies were responding to the 42400 block of North Route 41, Wadsworth, on a vehicle fire call.

How many times were students suspended or expelled in Libertyville School District 70 in 2021-22 school year?

There were four students suspended in Libertyville School District 70 in a single school year according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Lake County in week ending July 6?

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Lake County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 6, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Tower Lakes breaks ground on new municipal hall and community center

After many years of planning and hard work, Tower Lakes celebrated the groundbreaking of its new municipal hall and community center. The event marked a significant milestone for the village, which is also celebrating 100 years of being known as Tower Lakes this year.

Students suspended or expelled 113 times in a single school year in Lake Zurich Community Unit School District 95

There were 113 students suspended in Lake Zurich Community Unit School District 95 in a single school year according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Waukegan amends ordinance governing mobile food vendors