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Vernon Township Republicans chairman: 'Taxpayers will keep shouldering the burden of unsustainable decisions'

By Lake County Gazette | Jun 13, 2025

Jay Swidler, Chairman of Vernon Township Republicans, has expressed concerns regarding the financial priorities of Illinois Democrats.

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Test Expectations: How many students met or exceeded ELA IAR expectations in Beach Park Community Consolidated School District 3 in 2023-24 school year?

By Lake County Gazette | Jun 13, 2025

In the 2023-24 school year, 20.9% of the students in Beach Park Community Consolidated School District 3 passed the ELA portion of the IAR, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Gurnee extends waste management contract until 2030

By Lake County Gazette | Jun 13, 2025

Recently, the Village Board approved a five-year extension to its commercial solid waste collection agreement with Waste Management for business entities.

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Lindenhurst police issue warning after driveway seal-coating scam

By Lake County Gazette | Jun 13, 2025

On June 9, 2025, the Lindenhurst Police Department responded to a residence in the 500 block of Beck Rd. to investigate a driveway seal-coating ruse.

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Congressman Schneider visits Vernon Hills to discuss local lake pollution

By Lake County Gazette | Jun 13, 2025

On Friday, June 6, Congressman Brad Schneider visited Vernon Hills to address water pollution issues affecting Big and Little Bear Lakes in Century Park.

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Lake Zurich announces parking details for July 3 fireworks display

By Lake County Gazette | Jun 13, 2025

The Lake Zurich fireworks display on July 3, 2025, will feature both premium and free parking options for attendees.

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Community announces free weekly summer concerts

By Lake County Gazette | Jun 13, 2025

The "Concerts in the Park" series has been announced, featuring local talent across various genres intended for audiences of all ages.

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Hawthorn Woods receives recertification from Audubon International

By Lake County Gazette | Jun 13, 2025

Hawthorn Woods has been recertified by Audubon International, making it the first community in Illinois to receive this recognition.

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Registration opens for 2025 Buffalo Grove Days Parade

By Lake County Gazette | Jun 13, 2025

Registration for the 2025 Buffalo Grove Days Parade is progressing rapidly.

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Lake County Education: 48,855 white students were enrolled in schools in 2023-24 school year

By Lake County Gazette | Jun 13, 2025

In Lake County schools, 48,855 white students were enrolled in the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Test expectations: How many Rondout School District 72 students failed to meet math IAR expectations in 2023-24 school year?

By Lake County Gazette | Jun 13, 2025

In the 2023-24 school year, 49.1% of Rondout School District 72 students failed the math portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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2024: Oak Grove School District 68 administrators rank 75th highest in state for average salary

By Lake County Gazette | Jun 12, 2025

Administrators in Oak Grove School District 68 earn an average of $144,220 per year, ranking 75th highest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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How many inmates sentenced in Lake County will be released during July?

By Lake County Gazette | Jun 12, 2025

There are 12 inmates sentenced in Lake County set to be released from jail in July.

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Lake Villa Community Consolidated School District 41: How many students met or exceeded expectations in Math in 2023-24 school year?

By Lake County Gazette | Jun 12, 2025

In the 2023-24 school year, 21% of the students in Lake Villa Community Consolidated School District 41 passed the Math portion of the IAR, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Gurnee teen charged with shooting family member

By Lake County Gazette | Jun 12, 2025

An 18-year-old man from Gurnee has been arrested and charged by Lake County Sheriff's detectives following an alleged shooting incident involving a family member on Wednesday night, June 11.

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Prairie State Sales Taxes: Libertyville residents paid 47th-largest sum per muncipality in April

By Lake County Gazette | Jun 12, 2025

Libertyville residents paid just over $1.9 million in sales taxes, the 47th highest total paid per municipality in April.

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Q3: Illinois Department of Corrections set to release 42 inmates sentenced in Lake County

By Lake County Gazette | Jun 12, 2025

The Illinois Department of Corrections is set to release 42 inmates who were sentenced to state prison in Lake County during the third quarter of 2025.

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Lake County SMC announces start of Bangs Lake outfall improvements

By Lake County Gazette | Jun 12, 2025

Lake County Stormwater Management Commission (SMC) has announced the commencement of construction on the Bangs Lake Outfall Improvements Project.

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Lake County SMC advances flood reduction projects with state funding

By Lake County Gazette | Jun 12, 2025

The Lake County Stormwater Management Commission (SMC) has announced ongoing projects aimed at mitigating flooding for over 4,000 properties and 125 roads, utilizing $122 million in state funds.

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Lake Forest schools to participate in annual Lake Forest Day parade

By Lake County Gazette | Jun 12, 2025

Lake Forest School District 67 has extended an invitation to students, families, and staff to participate in the upcoming Lake Forest Day parade.