Lake County
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State of champions: North Central, Illinois State ready to compete for national titlesJan 02, 2026 6:56 pm - Two Illinois teams will play in national championship games this weekend -- North Central in Division III and Illinois State in FCS. One is a reigning powerhouse and the other on a historic underdog run.
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Skate in the Park in Grayslake features professional skaters and other activitiesJan 02, 2026 2:26 pm - The fourth annual Skate in the Park will be held from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 10 at Gelatin Park in Grayslake.
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Saying backers ‘lost their nerve,’ Democrat halts campaign in 9th Congressional DistrictJan 02, 2026 12:44 pm - Democrat Bruce Leon has halted his congressional campaign in the largely suburban 9th District.
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Cook County reports major declines in homicides, opioid overdoses in 2025Jan 02, 2026 10:52 am - The Cook County medical examiner’s office is reporting a significant decline in the number of homicides and opioid overdose deaths in 2025.
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The Biz Week That Was: A new microwinery, new restaurants opening in 2026 are among the highlightsJan 02, 2026 9:42 am - The Week that Was in business
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Entertainment venues, grocery stores and more on tap for suburbs in 2026Jan 02, 2026 8:52 am - Pickleball courts, child day care facilities, data centers and restaurants have been popping up or proposed throughout the suburbs but they won’t be the only newcomers in 2026.
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Why is it called Half Day Road? Learn about that and other surprises at the Lake County History SymposiumJan 01, 2026 5:35 pm - History buffs and those with a general curiosity can learn how researchers separate myth from fact during the upcoming Lake County History Symposium.
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Suburban families welcome new arrivals to start 2026Jan 01, 2026 5:19 pm - Families throughout the suburbs welcomed new arrivals to start 2026. Here’s a look at some of the first births in the new year.
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Hundreds plunge into Lake Michigan for annual Waukegan charity eventJan 01, 2026 2:17 pm - More than 500 participants plunged into Lake Michigan Thursday for the 27th annual Waukegan Polar Bear Plunge at Waukegan Municipal Beach.
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Cary home a total loss after New Year's Eve fire; family dog missingJan 01, 2026 8:52 am - A house in Cary was a total loss following an afternoon fire New Year’s Eve and fire officials say a dog remains missing.