The new rule will be voted on Tuesday, according to the Daily Herald.
Road and bridge improvements are planned in Park City and Barrington.
As the president and Congress debate another military move in the Middle East, we ask how the idea of a U.S. strike hits home with you. Take the Patch Poll.
Mayor Rybak unveiled a new ad campaign to draw the Chicago-area LGBT community to get married in Minneapolis, calling the Windy City the “second city in human rights.”
Residents have until Sept. 17 to complete an online survey regarding Lake Forest's downtown shopping and dining district. Results will be presented Sept. 19.
North Shore Congressman is one of 100 lawmakers to return to Washington for closed door briefing after President Obama decides to seek Congressional approval for attack on Syria.
If you're thinking about running for election in 2014, here's what you need to know.
The Village Board approved a plan for a backup, emergency generator at Village Hall.
Gov. Quinn signed a law Friday allowing Illinois motorists who are stopped by police and asked for proof of insurance to display it on a digital device. The move could end frantic searches through the glove compartment.
The proposed project would include affordable housing units, as well as retail and commercial spaces.
Veterans get first shot at employers.
Lake Forest's current financial outlook is healthy, but without new revenue there could be future budget shortfalls, reported the Chicago Tribune.
A battle of the bands fund-raising event will be held from 2 to 10 p.m. on Aug. 17.
To mark National Health Center Week, Rep. Brad Schneider will visit the Lake County Health Department's North Chicago Health Center at 11 a.m. Friday.
Tenth District Congressman makes second trip to Middle East as member of House Foreign Affairs Committee.
Lake County banned video gaming in unincorporated portions of the county four years ago, according to the Daily Herald.
Search for the perfect acorn displays the community spirit of the effort as more than 75 percent of the money comes from private donations.
Illinois is now the 20th state to legalize the controversial substance.
Both Rep. Brad Schneider and Sen. Mark Kirk contribute portions of legislation aimed to prevent Iran from getting nuclear weapons.
Here's how a water shortage happens in Lake Forest when there's no drought.
Morrison, Nekritz and Drury remained focused on pension reform, not paychecks.
Lake Forest has lifted the watering ban that was put into effect last week.
The county feels the new law is unconstitutional and seeks an injunction to stop the creation of elections commission that would take authority away from Lake County Clerk Willard Helander.
Nearly 300 people in eight states — including Illinois — have been stricken with Cyclospora. The U.S. CDC is investigating the cause.
Words of teens from West Bank and Jerusalem at Deerfield church demonstrate how far they have come and the remaining length of the journey.
Those eligible for federal assistance from the April and May floods now have until Aug. 8 to apply.
Lake County taxpayers will receive their assessment notice this month or in August.
Failure of citizens to obey odd-even mandate prompts drastic action. Boil order may be next.
Repaved road give motorists smooth sailing.
Legislation was introduced by State Sen. Julie Morrison, of Deerfield, after her nephew, Tony Borcia, of Libertyville, was struck and killed by an intoxicated boater on the Chain O' Lakes last summer.
Higher than usual levels of algae in Lake Michigan clog Lake Forest water plant intake.
Why and how Lake Forest chose not to regulate assault weapons were discussed at length on Monday night.
The Lake Forest mayor discusses why the city chose not to regulate assault weapons.
On Thursday, the city's Third Ward Alderman will lead a conversation titled “Our Water: Where Does It Come From and Where Does It Go?”
We know your lawns are thirsty, but the City of Lake Forest is reminding residents of watering restrictions in place through Sept. 15.
Deerfield Congressman reports over $500,000 in bank.
The Lake Forest City Council decided to not vote on any ordinance to regulate assault weapons.
Questions and keep coming back to business for Lake Forest/Lake Bluff Chamber of Commerce members. Schneider speaks to combined Chamber group.
League of Women Voters plans to attend Monday’s City Council meeting and ask for a vote on assault weapon regulation before Illinois' July 19 deadline passes.