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Waukegan City Council amends public comment rules

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 15, 2024

The Waukegan City Council has amended its public comment and participation rules, specifying the duration of public comments and the time allotted for individuals to speak. The resolution adopting these rules was approved on August 5.

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Lake County Coroner's Office awarded 2024 Life Changer Award

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 15, 2024

The Gift of Hope Organ and Tissue Network has awarded the Lake County Coroner's Office with the 2024 Life Changer Award for Outstanding Teams, recognizing its efforts to make an impact on organ and tissue donation.

1 gas station in cities throughout Lake County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Aug. 10

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 15, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Lake County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 10, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Prairie State taxes: Mundelein residents rank 84th in total sales taxes paid for May

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 14, 2024

Mundelein residents paid $958,291 in sales taxes, ranking 84th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in May.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Lake County in week ending Aug. 10?

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 14, 2024

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout Lake County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Aug. 10, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Jim Carris challenges incumbent Brad Schneider to debate ahead of general election

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 14, 2024

Jim Carris, a first-time Congressional candidate in Illinois’ 10th District, issued a formal challenge last week to incumbent Congressman Brad Schneider to participate in a debate ahead of the November 5 general election. This debate would provide a platform for both candidates to present their policy positions and plans to address key issues impacting the 10th District.

BACOG announces annual private well water testing event

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 14, 2024

The Barrington Area Council of Governments (BACOG) has announced its annual private well water testing event, scheduled for Tuesday, October 1, from 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Testing kits will be available for purchase from September 16 to September 30 at various BACOG member village and township offices. These locations include the BACOG Office, Barrington Hills Village Hall, Barrington Township office, Deer Park Village Hall, Lake Barrington Village Hall, South Barrington Village Hall, and Tower Lakes Village Hall.

SWALCO hosts chemical disposal event in Antioch on August 17

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 14, 2024

The Solid Waste Agency of Lake County (SWALCO) is organizing a free event in Antioch on August 17 to collect unwanted household chemicals. The event, which requires an appointment, offers residents a safe way to dispose of items such as fertilizers, household batteries, cleaners, aerosol products, and more.

Governor Pritzker signs bill establishing Crime Data Task Force

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 14, 2024

Last week, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker signed a bill creating a Crime Data Task Force, sponsored by Lake County legislators Mary Edly-Allen and Daniel Didech, in collaboration with Lake County State’s Attorney Eric Rinehart.

Lake County launches interactive transportation project dashboard

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 14, 2024

An interactive dashboard launched by the Lake County Division of Transportation displays more than 300 projects in its 2024-2029 Transportation Improvement Program, recently adopted by the Lake County Board.