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Lake County residents pay $3.2 million in Countywide Sales Tax in June

By Lake County Gazette | Sep 2, 2024

In June, Lake County saw an increase in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Mundelein ranks 84th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois during June

By Lake County Gazette | Sep 1, 2024

Mundelein residents paid $1.1 million in sales taxes, ranking 84th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in June.

Gurnee residents paid 28th-largest sum in sales taxes in Illinois during May

By Lake County Gazette | Sep 1, 2024

Gurnee residents paid $2.1 million in sales taxes, the 28th highest total paid per municipality in May.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on E15 gas in cities in Lake County in week ending Aug. 24?

By Lake County Gazette | Sep 1, 2024

The only price of E15 gas in cities throughout Lake County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 24, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Lake County's student body comprised mostly of white students in 2022-23 school year

By Lake County Gazette | Sep 1, 2024

The most prevalent ethnicity in Lake County student body in the 2022-23 school year was white, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

27 fewer lawyers with active licenses to practice in cities within Lake County in Q2 compared to the previous quarter

By Lake County Gazette | Sep 1, 2024

There were 27 fewer active legal licenses in cities within Lake County in the second quarter of 2024 compared to the previous quarter.

2 companies in cities within Lake County received two inspections in August

By Lake County Gazette | Sep 1, 2024

There were two companies in cities associated with Lake County that received two FDA inspections in August, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

Which former Lake County Gazette area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Sept. 2?

By Lake County Gazette | Sep 1, 2024

These former Lake County Gazette area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Sept. 2.

Cheapest E85 gas in cities across Lake County in week ending Aug. 24

By Lake County Gazette | Sep 1, 2024

The only price of E85 gas in cities throughout Lake County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 24, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Cheapest regular gas in cities across Lake County in week ending Aug. 24

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 31, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Lake County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 24, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

City of Highland Park Committee of the Whole met August 26

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Aug 29, 2024

City of Highland Park Committee of the Whole met 4:30 p.m. Monday, August 26.

Man sentenced for fatal shooting of Fox Lake resident

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 29, 2024

Today, a Lake County Judge sentenced Azmi Ibrahim to 50 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections for the 2022 fatal shooting of a Fox Lake man.

Congressman Darin LaHood endorses Jim Carris for Illinois' 10th Congressional Seat

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 29, 2024

LIBERTYVILLE, IL – The Carris for Congress campaign has announced Congressman Darin LaHood’s (IL-16) endorsement of Jim Carris for Illinois’ 10th District. LaHood, known for his advocacy of a strong national defense and pro-growth economic policies, supports Carris as the candidate to represent the district and advance beneficial policies for Illinoisans.

Jim Carris discusses campaign vision on WLS-AM's Ray Stevens Show

By Lake County Gazette | Aug 28, 2024

Jim Carris Featured on WLS-AM 890’s Ray Stevens Show

Ufodike on candidacy for Illinois District 51: 'My primary reason for seeking election is to create a community where families can thrive'

By Donna Rolando | Aug 28, 2024

Describing herself as a “voice for working families,” Illinois State Rep. candidate Tosi Ufodike is taking on quality-of-life issues, with a priority on cutting taxes, improving education and promoting safety.