Lake County
-
GOP candidates in 11th District differ on Trump’s efforts to dismantle Education Dept.Feb 11, 2026 6:18 pm - During a joint interview Wednesday two of the Republican candidates for Illinois’ 11th Congressional District seat disagreed about President Trump’s plan to dismantle the U.S. Education Department.
-
Daily Herald photo contest winners for January 2026Feb 11, 2026 5:11 pm - The beauty of nature shines through in the images captured by our top finishers in January’s amateur photo contest.
-
The Goddard Schools of Lake County expand access to books for local familiesFeb 11, 2026 4:46 pm - The Goddard School, one of the nation’s largest early childhood education providers serving children from 6 weeks to 6 years old, is holding a book drive in Lake County focused on expanding access to books for local children and families.
-
American Place Casino celebrates three years with Back to the 80s eventFeb 11, 2026 4:17 pm - American Place Casino is celebrating three years of gaming, dining and community impact. To honor this milestone, APC is hosting the “Back to the 80s” anniversary party on Saturday, Feb. 21, taking guests back to the era of neon lights, big hair and synth-pop.
-
Why Lake Zurich closed its polystyrene recycling program until springFeb 11, 2026 3:46 pm - What began as a pilot program in Lake Zurich to recycle polystyrene has become so successful the village has paused for the winter with plans to retool for spring.
-
Three suburban educators among 2026 Regional Teacher of the Year awardeesFeb 11, 2026 2:58 pm - Three suburban educators are among 14 from throughout the state recognized Wednesday as Regional Teachers of the Year by the Illinois State Board of Education.
-
LHS senior earns Girl Scout Gold AwardFeb 11, 2026 2:46 pm - Libertyville High School senior Alyssa Merchant has earned the Girl Scout Gold Award by leading a sustainability project promoting environmental education and water conservation in local schools.
-
Silence speaks volumes for VHHS Students at Student Silent Film FestivalFeb 11, 2026 2:30 pm - More than 300 people attended the ninth annual Student Silent Film Festival held on Jan. 28 at the Tivoli Theatre in Downers Grove.
-
Dining out: Last-minute Valentine’s Day specialsFeb 11, 2026 1:49 pm - Valentine’s Day is Saturday — are you ready? Here are some last-minute ways to treat your sweetheart that might not break the bank.
-
Three park district employees honored as Employees of the YearFeb 11, 2026 1:27 pm - Mundelein Park & Recreation District proudly honored three exceptional team members as Employees of the Year during its annual Employee Recognition Event held on Feb. 6.