Lake County
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‘A little bit of flexibility’: Wheeling Park District to borrow up to $12 million to help fund new water parkApr 22, 2026 5:45 pm - The Wheeling Park District will borrow up to $12 million to help fund construction of a new aquatic center.
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Illinois House finally approves megaproject bill, but Bears still seek infrastructure fundsApr 22, 2026 5:21 pm - The Illinois House voted 78-32 Wednesday night to advance megaproject legislation that would allow the Bears to negotiate property tax payments directly with local governments for up to 40 years at the NFL club’s Arlington Heights property.
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Buffalo Grove High School security team member remains hospitalized after crashApr 22, 2026 3:33 pm - A Buffalo Grove High School staff member remains hospitalized following a crash that occurred by the school Tuesday afternoon.
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Harper Radio earns national honors while amplifying student voicesApr 22, 2026 3:30 pm - As WHCM celebrates 25 years on the FM airwaves, Harper College’s student radio station continues to receive major awards from national organizations.
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Two extricated from rollover crash in GurneeApr 22, 2026 2:18 pm - Two passengers were extricated after being trapped in rollover crash Tuesday evening on Route 41 and Ferndale Street in Gurnee.
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Meet the Toast of the Town: Tony CalzarettaApr 22, 2026 1:04 pm - Tony Calzaretta, the softspoken, unassuming assistant director for nearly 30 of Saint Viator’s musicals and plays, will find himself front and center April 25, when members of the Patrons of the Arts present him with their first “Tony Award.”
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Mundelein Parks Foundation Fires Up Meat Raffle Fundraiser for Recreation ScholarshipsApr 22, 2026 12:48 pm - Just in time for grilling season, Mundelein Parks Foundation is firing up the fun with the Third Annual Meat Raffle Fundraiser on Sunday, April 26, to raise money for recreation scholarships.
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More than a craftsman: Celebration of life for Lake Zurich fixture John BafaloukosApr 22, 2026 12:38 pm - Family and friends will gather this weekend to remember John Bafaloukos, the well-known owner of Johnny’s Shoe Repair in downtown Lake Zurich for more than 45 years.
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American Legion Family Day at Wauconda Post 911Apr 22, 2026 12:14 pm - American Legion family day will be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, April 25, at Wauconda American Legion Post 911, 515 S. Main St., Wauconda.
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Floor Coverings International shares flooring trends alongside Grand Opening celebration in DeerfieldApr 22, 2026 12:09 pm - Local couple Joey and Kim Sherman officially celebrated the grand opening of their Floor Coverings International business with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by community members and local officials, including village of Deerfield Trustee Elaine Jacoby.