Lake County Gazette

Community Unit School District 200 has announced the opening of its online registration portal for the 2025-26 school year.

D181 community holds successful "Stuff the Squad" event

The D181 community, in partnership with the Clarendon Hills, Hinsdale, and Burr Ridge Police Departments, recently held its annual "Stuff the Squad" event.

Highland Park emphasizes leash laws while promoting benefits of dog parks

In Highland Park, leash laws mandate that dogs be kept on a leash on public property, including parks.

Hawthorn Woods announces 2025 Spring Clean-Up Week details

The Village of Hawthorn Woods, in collaboration with Waste Management North, will conduct the annual Spring Clean-Up Week for its residents.

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.

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.

School event this week in Lake County: April 20-26

The following school event is scheduled to take place in Lake County this week.

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Lake County Gazette area weekly mass times

The following parishes in the Lake County Gazette coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

ZCMS students participate in cooking activity featuring asparagus

ZCMS students gathered in the school’s kitchen for this month’s Cooking with Itzel activity, an opportunity to explore new recipes and kitchen skills.

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

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

Village announces summer road rehabilitation project starting May 1st

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.

Youth leaders celebrated at second annual mPOWERu Leadership Academy

The second annual mPOWERu Leadership Academy was a celebration of youth leadership, service, and community for the Zion area.

East Elementary hosts family learning night with interactive classroom activities

East families participated in an engaging evening of hands-on learning Wednesday as they rotated through classrooms dedicated to literacy, math, science, and movement.

Wauconda announces rehabilitation project for Water Tower #4

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.

Zealous Creations Club thanks district for supporting after-school programs