Buffalo Grove Park District Executive Director Announces Retirement

Ryan Risinger, who joined the district in 1992, will retire next May.

Sen. Johnson Supports Local Infrastructure Projects

Bridge replacements, pavement improvements and lane reallocations are ahead in North Chicago, Waukegan and Vernon Hills.

Wallace Selected To Fill Johnson's Vacancy On Buffalo Grove Park Board

Hetal Wallace will fill the remainder of the term until April 2023.

Buffalo Grove Maintains 'Robust' Local Economy, AAA Bond Rating: S&P

Standard and Poor's announced the latest bond ratings, citing the village's $380 million in investments for maintaining the highest rating.

Sen. Johnson Applauds $400,000 For Local School Maintenance

The Illinois State Board of Education awarded eight local school districts with funds for infrastructure improvements.

Village Of Buffalo Grove Announces New Communications Department

The department will centralize communications, support all departments and identify opportunities to leverage community engagement.

Sen. Johnson Astonished By Senseless Carnage In Highland Park

"As a senator representing a portion of Lake County, I take the damage caused by this attack personally."

Buffalo Grove Park Will Receive $400K For Renovations: Pritzker

The money is part of $30.3 million in grants for 87 local park projects throughout Illinois.

Lake County Government Encourages Buffalo Grove Residents To Be Lead Informed

Lead in drinking water has been an increasingly important topic throughout the nation over the past several years.

Village Board Approves Final Plans For Clove Project In Buffalo Grove

The Clove will feature approximately 78,000 square feet of new retail commercial space across multiple buildings.

New Illinois Law Aims To Address Opioid Epidemic

State Senator Adriane Johnson supported a new Illinois law to create a statewide disposal program.

State Sen. Johnson Appointed To State Procurement Task Force

“In the past, equity has not been prioritized in the state procurement process,” Johnson said.

Primary Election 2022: Buffalo Grove In-Person Early Voting Underway

The Illinois Primary Election is scheduled for June 28.

$1M Community Project Funding Request Made For Wheeling SD21

Congressman Brad Schneider (IL-10) sent Community Project Funding submissions to the House Appropriations Committee.

New Law Reduces School Fees For Children Of Military Personnel

Sen. Johnson’s law allows school boards to waive fees for students with a parent who is a veteran or an active member of the military.

Johnson Chosen To Serve On Military Economic Development Committee

State Senator Adriane Johnson was appointed to serve on the committee this week.

Texas School Shooting: Buffalo Grove Leaders React To Tragedy

A gunman killed 19 kids and two teachers in the same classroom Tuesday at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas.

State Senator Johnson: Educators Must Care For Their Mental Health

Teachers will now be able to take excused mental health absences thanks to a new law.

Public Works Move Will 'Better Serve Community' In Buffalo Grove

Since the current center was dedicated in 1976, the Village’s population has more than tripled.

State Sen. Johnson 'Disheartened' By Leaked Abortion Ruling

Politico, citing a draft opinion of a coming ruling, is reporting the 1973 Supreme Court Roe v. Wade ruling will be struck down.

Law Would Prohibit Withholding Transcripts For Unpaid Fees

A bill supported by State Senator Adriane Johnson would prevent public high schools from withholding transcripts for an unpaid balance.

Final Days to Help Name Sheriff's New Canines - Two Days Left

Sheriff John D. Idleburg is pleased to announce the Lake County Sheriff’s Office will be adding two new canines to the sheriff’s canine unit

Election Filing Deadline Passes: Buffalo Grove Residents Run

Two local residents submitted their intent to run by Monday's deadline, according to the Illinois State Board of Elections.

Student-Named 'Snow Tiger' Snowplow Clears Buffalo Grove Streets

The name, entered by student Alyssa Hames, was chosen by Aptakisic-Tripp School District's Tripp School faculty over 25 other submissions.

Senate Approves Johnson's Plan To Restore Lake Michigan Shore

State Senator Adriane Johnson advanced a measure through to restore safety to the area and offer environmental protection.

Buffalo Grove Park District Commissioner Receives Special Rank

Stephen Cummins has reached the level of Distinctive Board Member as voted on by the Illinois Association of Park Districts.

Senate Approves Plans To Reduce School Fees For Military Families

State Senator Adriane Johnson's measure passed through the Senate Wednesday.

Buffalo Grove Park District Gets Top Accreditation By Tree Group

The Native Tree and Shrub Arboretum at Green Lake Park was awarded for high standards in its professional practices.

Johnson Moves To Reduce School Fees For Military Families

Fees may soon be waived for low-income students with veteran or active military parents under a measure by State Senator Adriane Johnson.

Village Hall Lobby Reopens to Public Monday

Buffalo Grove Village Hall closed to the public last month due to rising COVID-19 cases.

Village Hall Network Upgrades, Phone Outage Planned For Saturday

The Village said 911 services will not be affected by this project.

Johnson Commends Local Businesses Awarded $1.3M In State Aid

More than 30 businesses in the 30th Senate District have been awarded funding for pandemic-related recovery efforts.

Buffalo Grove-Area Unemployment Rate Improves: Latest Data

The Lake County unemployment rate improved recently, according to the newest figures.

Lake County Government: Arlington Heights Road Virtual Public Meeting

The Lake County Division of Transportation is hosting a virtual public information meeting on Jan. 27 from 5 to 7 p.m. to discuss the pr ...

Lake County Government: The Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) Seeks Public Feedback

See the latest announcement from the Lake County Government.

Lake County Government: Lake County Offices Closed Monday, Jan. 17

All Lake County offices will be closed on Monday, Jan. 17 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. MLK Day is the only federal holid ...

Buffalo Grove Village Hall Closed To Public Until Further Notice

All Village operations will continue, including those provided by the Fire, Police and Public Works departments.

Vaccination Proof Not Required In Lake County Portion Of Village

Buffalo Grove Village Board opts not to follow the same guidelines required for businesses in the Cook County portion of the village.

New Johnson Law Pays Tribute To Public Servants

Federal regulations for flying a flag at half-staff will soon be adopted into the Illinois Code.

Buffalo Grove-Area Unemployment Rate Steady: Latest Data

The Lake County unemployment rate stayed the same, according to the newest figures.