Lake County Board candidate Juan Beto Ruiz back on ballot: ‘It’s discriminatory what’s happening’
The political newcomer had been removed from the ballot over issues with his nomination petitions.
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Highland Park event spotlights city’s women-owned businesses: ‘There are so many hidden gems’
There are more than 140 identified women-owned businesses in the city’s downtown.
Lake County Board candidate to be taken off ballot; ‘An attempt to avoid a fair and competitive race’
The court’s decision overruled a decision by the Lake County Electoral Board which decided in November in a 2-1 vote to allow Ruiz to remain on the ballot, despite the...
Mundelein’s school districts sue village over impact fees: ‘A principled disagreement between neighbors’
The “core” of the issue is a new ordinance Mundelein passed in April that the districts say has “significantly reduced” developer impact fees for the schools.
DCFS bills put on hold due of transparency concerns: ‘Not reform at all’
The move comes after the child-abuse death of 8-year-old Markell Pierce in Round Lake Beach, although state officials have not attributed their decisions to the tragedy.
Lake County takes unique approach in face of housing shortage: ‘We need to think big’
A 2023 study warned of a serious lack of diverse housing stock and new housing construction “woefully” below projected population growth in Lake County.
Lake County Board member being challenged by political newcomer
District 16 includes Round Lake Beach, Round Lake Heights and portions of Round Lake and Round Lake Park.
Highland Park announces Independence Day schedule as planning for parade memorial continues
The city hasn’t held its own fireworks display since the 2022 shooting.
Markell Pierce’s death echoes 2022 Round Lake Beach child’s murder: ‘It strikes me that there’s something to hide’
Lake County State’s Attorney Eric Rinehart has said additional public releases could affect ongoing interviews.
Video of Lake Zurich student swinging at ICE supporter goes viral: ‘I’m going to punch you in the face’
A brief altercation recorded during Lake Zurich High School’s Feb. 12 walkout protesting U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement has gone viral.