Vernon Hills
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CLC theater presents ‘Hairspray: The Broadway Musical’Jul 07, 2025 4:18 pm - Get ready for a big show packed with big hair, big talent and even bigger heart. The College of Lake County theater department has announced its summer production of “Hairspray: The Broadway Musical,” set to dazzle audiences at the James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts. This vibrant, high-energy show will run from July 18-27.
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One killed, five injured in Lake County crashJul 06, 2025 11:58 am - One person was killed and five others injured in a three-vehicle crash late Saturday in northern Lake County that authorities are blaming on alcohol and speeding.
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Sheriff: Deputies investigating reported gunfire find drug stashJul 06, 2025 8:43 am - A 34-year-old Gurnee-area man faces felony drug charges after Lake County sheriff's deputies responded to reports of gunfire at his home early Saturday morning, authorities said.
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Pedestrian struck by car in unincorporated Round LakeJul 05, 2025 2:25 pm - A 67-year-old pedestrian was struck by a car crossing Fairfield Road near Nippersink Road in unincorporated Round Lake late Friday. Authorities say his injuries are not life-threatening.
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‘A rare gem’? This Chain O’ Lakes island is no paradise, but it can be yours for $200,000Jul 05, 2025 11:15 am - A small island for sale on Grass Lake near Antioch evokes visions of a warm breeze, a cool beverage on the beach and a relaxing break from the daily grind.
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Political payback? Deputy’s lawsuit alleges he was demoted for backing candidateJul 04, 2025 4:30 am - A decorated Lake County sheriff’s deputy is suing his boss and the county’s top lawyer in federal court, alleging he was demoted for backing a candidate they opposed in last year’s election.
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Will tariffs put a damper on future fireworks shows?Jul 03, 2025 10:02 pm - Relax fireworks fans, the dazzling displays you’ve come to love will take place this holiday weekend as planned (barring the rain forecast for Friday and Sunday). However, some warn that future displays may not be as spectacular if proposed tariffs go into effect against China, a primary fireworks supplier.
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‘Worth the wait’: After decade of planning, Oak Spring Road bridge over Des Plaines River opens in Libertyville TownshipJul 03, 2025 8:02 pm - Several involved in the early days of the Oak Spring Road bridge project in Libertyville Township have moved on but they and many others were noted Friday during the official opening of the $5.6 million structure over the Des Plaines River.
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Your guide to Fourth of July paradesJul 03, 2025 4:46 pm - Find parade times and routes for 30 Independence Day parades in the suburbs.
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‘We’re adaptable’: Libertyville brothers shift focus to acai bowls, their third food-related venture in seven yearsJul 03, 2025 9:32 am - First it was Chrissoulas then West Side Ramen, but the two brothers behind those restaurants in downtown Libertyville recently left their familiar corner to open a completely different venture in Vernon Hills, and soon in Lake Geneva.