Waukegan
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95th Lake County Fair promises five days of funJul 22, 2024 1:48 pm - The Lake County Fair is returning for its 95th year, offering rides, food, live music, motocross, monster trucks, a demolition derby, bull riding, pig races, livestock competitions and more.
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‘She always put residents first’: Vernon Hills mourns loss of former Mayor Barbara WilliamsJul 23, 2024 7:43 pm - Barb Williams, long-time Vernon Hills trustee, mayor and community supporter died last week at age 80.
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Festivals July 26 to Aug. 1: County fairs, Algonquin Founders’ Days, Streamwood Summer Celebration and moreJul 22, 2024 5:50 pm - Mark your calendars for the Lake, DuPage, McHenry and Kendall County fairs, Algonquin Founders’ Days, Streamwood Summer Celebration and more happening this week.
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Aqua Illinois issues boil order for Hawthorn Woods customersJul 21, 2024 7:50 pm - Aqua Illinois water customers in Hawthorn Woods are being urged to boil their water before drinking, or use bottled water instead, in the wake of a broken water main.
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Mundelein man facing multiple felony charges after drug stingJul 19, 2024 5:38 pm - A Mundelein man is facing several felony charges involving the sale of fentanyl and other drugs following a monthslong investigation, authorities said.
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What’s behind one suburb’s 184% increase in DUI arrests? ‘Unwavering commitment’Jul 18, 2024 5:43 pm - West Chicago increased its focus on arresting drunk drivers last year. The result? Nearly triple the arrests in 2023 compared to 2022.
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Lane closures planned for Route 22 resurfacingJul 18, 2024 11:12 am - Daytime intermittent lane closures will be required for resurfacing on Route 22 from County Line Road in Fox River Grove to west of Rand Road (Route 12) in Lake Zurich beginning Monday, July 29, weather permitting.
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Reuse & Recycle-O-Rama in Hainesville SaturdayJul 18, 2024 9:44 am - Reuse & Recycle-O-Rama will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, July 20 at Hainesville village hall, 100 N. Hainesville Road. The free event is for household items ...
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Police: Man beat pregnant girlfriend, led police on chase that caused 4-vehicle crashJul 18, 2024 5:47 pm - A Zion man is in custody after authorities said he attacked his pregnant girlfriend and then led police on a high-speed chase that resulted in a four-vehicle crash near Gurnee.
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Waukegan Park District Awards Academic ScholarshipsJul 17, 2024 10:02 am - The Waukegan Park District awarded five $1,000 scholarships to local students who demonstrated exceptional academic achievements and community service.