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Vernon Hills man charged with hiring hitman to kill friend’s mother May 14, 2013 12:00 AM
A Vernon Hills man is accused of hiring an undercover police officer he believed was a hitman to kill the mother of a woman who was seriously injured in a motorcycle crash with him last year. Jonathan Villasana, 24, of the 0 to 100 block of Timber Lane, is being held in the Lake County jail on $1 million bond after being charged with solicitation of murder and solicitation of murder for hire.
Monk pleads not guilty to child abduction charges, remains jailed May 14, 2013 12:00 AM
A Benedictine monk accused of attempting to lure four teens into his car on two occasions in Antioch pleaded not guilty Tuesday to child abduction charges that could put him in prison for up to three years. Thomas J. Chmura, 57, with a listed address at St. Benedict's Abbey in Benet Lake, Wis., entered his not guilty plea as his attorneys unsucessfully petitoned a Lake County judge to lower his bond to $50,000 and allow him to reside at his adopted father's home in Lansing, Ill.
Changes coming to Illinois gambling plan May 14, 2013 12:00 AM
Lawmakers could try to add additional ethics measures and reconsider putting slot machines at the Chicago airports in an effort to get Gov. Pat Quinn to back a gambling plan, one of its key supporters said Tuesday. State Rep. Lou Lang, a Skokie Democrat, said he's looking to tinker with legislation ushered through the Illinois Senate this month by state Sen. Terry Link, a Waukegan Democrat.
Lake Co. vehicle and equipment auction May 18 May 14, 2013 12:00 AM
The Lake County Municipal Vehicle & Equipment Auction will be held at 9 a.m. Saturday, May 18 at the Lake County Fairgrounds, 1060 E. Peterson Road, Grayslake. Auction items include police cars, seized vehicles, vans, pickup trucks, trailer, computers, office equipment, bikes, and other miscellaneous items.
Man faces life in prison in drug conspiracy caseMay 14, 2013 12:00 AM
A Lake County man once accused of using his family's Grayslake restaurant to traffic drugs is facing new drug conspiracy charges that could put him behind bars for life, authorities said Tuesday. Jack Papandreou, 37, formerly of Wadsworth, pleaded not guilty in Lake County court Tuesday to three counts of criminal drug conspiracy.
Dawn Patrol: Arlington Hts. flood survey; Accident survivor thankful May 14, 2013 12:00 AM
Arlington Heights closer to flood study. Barrington train accident survivor thanks rescuers. Geneva parking deck expansion delayed. IDOT: Young men top crash victims. 10 charged in Aurora prostitution sting. Glen Ellyn seats new president. Bulls lose to Heat.
Good Shepherd Breast Center wins accreditation May 13, 2013 12:00 AM
The Breast Center at Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital near Barrington has earned a full, three-year accreditation from the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers.
Lake Co. sheriff’s deputy charged with solicitation, obstruction of justice May 13, 2013 12:00 AM
A Lake County Sheriff's deputy is suspended without pay after he was charged Friday with solicitation of a sex act and obstruction of justice. Eric Francke, a five-year department veteran, was arrested as part of a one-month investigation Mundelein police launched after arresting two men on allegations they forced a downstate woman to work as a prostitute.
Fee break for Lake County flood victims May 13, 2013 12:00 AM
Owners of flood-damaged properties who are seeking financial assistance from Lake County banks and lending institutions will need to show proof of ownership in order to secure loans. The Lake County Recorder's Office will be working closely with government officials and impacted property owners to provide any necessary recorded documents at no cost to flood victims. To obtain a free certified copy of the deed, contact the Recorder of Deeds Office at (847) 377-2575.
Will designation as one of the most endangered historic structures help the Mineola? May 13, 2013 12:00 AM
The Mineola Hotel in Fox Lake recently was named to the 2013 10 Most Endangered Historic Places list by Landmarks Illinois, a not for profit group. Supporters hope the designation rekindles interest in the local landmark, which was built in 1884 by members of the Chicago Board of Trade as a private clubhouse and then converted to a hotel.
Dawn Patrol: Multiple car crash on I-94; Deng doubtful for Game 4 May 13, 2013 12:00 AM
At least one injured in I-94 crash; chill doesn't keep crowds from Lilacia Park concert; sheriff says Limo driver drunk while taking students to prom; it's time for Blackhawks to take it to next level;lLake Zurich grad impresses Bears' coach; Deng doubtful for Game 4
Gibis pitches Wauconda past Antioch May 13, 2013 12:00 AM
Wauconda's baseball team moved one step closer Monday to completing a perfect run through the North Suburban Conference Prairie Division. The Bulldogs defeated host Antioch 5-2, as Brandon Gibis earned the win over David Meade in a battle of aces.
One injured in I-94 crash May 12, 2013 12:00 AM
At least one person has been injured in a multiple vehicle crash that is backing up traffic on eastbound I-94 in Lake county Sunday night, officials said.
Job boot camp May 12, 2013 12:00 AM
State Rep. Sam Yingling and DeVry University will host a Job Boot Camp from noon to 1:30 p.m. Saturday, May 18 in the Epstein Room of the Grayslake Area Public Library, 100 Library Lane, Grayslake.
How to apply for disaster aid May 11, 2013 12:00 AM
Officials from the Federal Emergency Management Agency have assembled information on how flood victims may receive assistance.
Carmel wins ESCC tourney May 11, 2013 12:00 AM
Local officials welcome federal disaster designation May 10, 2013 12:00 AM
Local officials Saturday welcomed President Barack Obama action declaring suburban counties hit by heavy flooding last month federal disaster areas, saying it will help the recovery. "There are many of our residents who don't even have flood insurance, and this is going to help them out," said Lisle Mayor Joe Broda. "We were keeping our fingers crossed that we would, in fact, qualify because it's really going to aid our folks in moving forward."
Senior funding public hearing: May 10, 2013 12:00 AM
The Agency on Aging of Northeastern Illinois hosts public hearings on Thursday, May 30, on the proposed allocation of funds for senior services in its eight-county region in fiscal year 2014, including more than $2 million for Lake County.
Chain O’ Lakes reopens to boatingMay 10, 2013 12:00 AM
The Chain O' Lakes has reopened for boating after being closed for 19 days due to flooding, state officials said. With water levels on the Chain dipping below flood stage, the Fox Waterway Agency and Illinois Department of Natural Resources lifted boating restrictions Thursday afternoon.
Dawn Patrol: Hawks advance; Amrich again Island Lake’s mayor May 10, 2013 12:00 AM
Hawks advance to the next round. Amrich returns as Island Lake mayor. Ex-Harper College wrestler's bail cut in DuPage home invasion case. South Barrington supports Rt. 14 underpass in Barrington. Exhaust fan blamed for Naperville house fire.