Lake County
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‘Fast and bright’: Former congressman Joe Walsh recalls campaigning with teen Charlie KirkSep 11, 2025 7:59 pm - Joe Walsh, a former Tea Party Republican congressman, mourns Charlie Kirk, who he mentored on the campaign trail 15 years ago.
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FaithBridge’s annual Creation Care event set for Sept. 21Sep 11, 2025 7:42 pm - Local interfaith organization FaithBridge will host Creation Care, a Conservation Celebration, on Sunday, Sept. 21, at the Pleasant Valley Conservation Area in Woodstock. Engage in hands-on environmental stewardship, learning, play, reflection, and activities that promote a deeper connection to the earth and each other.
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Old church begins third life as District 120 Transition Center for young adultsSep 11, 2025 7:26 pm - An old church repurposed by Mundelein High School District 120 as a transition center to help young adults with special needs learn life skills officially os up and running.
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Stop the presses: No. 1 North Central is changing quarterbacksSep 11, 2025 6:00 pm - No. 1-ranked North Central has used two starting quarterbacks over the past eight seasons, but now the job is open. Who will be under center when the Cardinals open the season Saturday?
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‘One of a kind’: Young suburbanites remember Charlie Kirk as mentor, friendSep 11, 2025 5:01 pm - Suburbanites with ties to the Turning Point USA organization are mourning Charlie Kirk the day after his assassination.
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Along for the Ride: Cook Co. invests more than $1.5M in suburban biking infrastructureSep 10, 2025 7:32 pm - Cook County has awarded grants totaling over $1.5 million for biking infrastructure projects in several suburbs and the Forest Preserves of Cook County.
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‘Much-needed relief’: Gurnee board approves 40-unit workforce housing planSep 10, 2025 5:26 pm - Opportunities for low- to moderate-income renters seeking a place in Gurnee will be expanding with approval this week of a 40-unit “workforce housing” apartment development.
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Celebrate Fall at Gorton Center’s Oktoberfest on Oct. 18 in Lake ForestSep 10, 2025 2:49 pm - Gorton Center will host its annual Oktoberfest fundraiser on Saturday, Oct. 18. Enjoy an evening of food, drink and entertainment, all in support of Gorton’s cultural and educational programs.
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Veteran artists, performers and writers invited to enter annual Lovell Federal Health Center Veterans Creative Arts FestivalSep 10, 2025 2:36 pm - The Captain James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center is seeking submissions for its 2025 Veterans Creative Arts Festival. The festival highlights the artwork, creative writing and musical talents of area veterans.
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Charlie Kirk, Turning Point founder and Wheeling High School alum, assassinated at Utah college eventSep 10, 2025 2:14 pm - Charlie Kirk has died after being shot at an event in Utah, President Trump says.