Column: Attorney for presidents Bob Barnett kept Waukegan ties
He represented politicians, best-selling authors, journalists, musicians, TV personalities and presidents, such as Bill Clinton, George W. Bush and Barack Obama.
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Column: Waukegan’s potential hospital patients losing again with suspension of obstetrical and neonatal services
The Illinois Hospital Report Card says only 38% of patients would definitely recommend Vista Medical Center East. That figure is 32% lower than the state average.
Column: Lake County firms’ arc stretches to Ireland
DUBLIN, Ireland -- The global reach of Lake County companies hits home while traveling an Irish motorway as the familiar logo of Abbott Laboratories comes into view. The local healthcare...
Column: Troops on Chicago streets remains a risky venture
Something similar to Bloody Sunday could easily happen if Trump decides to send the National Guard to Chicago.
Column: Lake County land helps expand Fort Sheridan Cemetery
Foresters voted Aug. 13 to convey nearly five acres of land to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to expand the Fort Sheridan National Cemetery. Sale price was $610,000.
Column: ‘Pickleheads’ driving surge of sport’s indoor sites
Pickleball has eclipsed outdoor soccer and baseball in terms of participants. More people play the game than do another racquet sport, tennis.
Column: Out with The Temporary, in with American Place
It’s a positive financial trend for the long-term health and popularity of gaming in Lake County.
Column: On the plus side, ICE agents may boost area economy
Perhaps some Immigration and Customs Enforcement officers will stay at the Great Wolf Lodge in Gurnee. Nothing like an indoor waterpark after a day of masked marauding.
Column: Grocery tax isn’t disappearing any time soon
Inflation-weary shoppers are spending less, economists tell us.
Column: Naval Station Great Lakes being asked to step up again
Trump likes to point to Chicago as a “hellhole,” although he built a posh Trump hotel and tower in the city.