Presidents Day is Monday, Feb. 18. Are schools closed? Is the post office open? Find out here.
Patch asks Lake Forest and Lake Bluff residents to weigh in on President Obama's State of the Union address.
The Illinois Transportation Highway Authority has awarded the City of Lake Forest grant funds to complete renovations at the east side train station.
The Lake Forest City Council has approved a strategic plan and wants residents to become engaged in the implementation process.
9 Fifty Whiskey Bar would serve food and high-end specialty whiskies to an adult-only clientele. The Lake Forest City Council is expected to review the proposal on Feb. 19.
Filing for the 2012 tax season begins today.
Pending court decision would take golf courses off tax roll and shift burden to all community taxpayers.
An Alderman since 2010, Don Schoenheider recently replaced former Lake Forest Mayor James J. Cowhey Jr. The new mayor hopes to maintain the city's "strong fiscal profile."
Alderman Don Schoenheider is replacing former Lake Forest Mayor James J. Cowhey Jr., who resigned last week. He is running unopposed in the April 9 mayoral election.
Contested elections emerge for some school board, municipal and township races.
From community service activities to glitzy balls, the weekend will be packed with presidential pomp. What are your plans for viewing the inauguration? Tell us in the comment section below.
The City of Lake Forest invites high school students who are residents of Lake Forest to experience a unique opportunity serving on a City Board.
Residents should expect lower property taxes when bills arrive from Lake County.
The City Council will likely appoint Mayor James Cowhey’s successor at its Jan. 22 meeting.
More than 40 people journey from North Shore and beyond to share Rep. Brad Schneider’s first day in Congress.
Drivers will have to deal with major strip being under construction.
LFHS strike dominates the year's most read political and school stories.
The U.S. Census Bureau released detailed data for communities around the country last week. Here's a look at some key numbers for those living on the North Shore.
Here's what you need to know from the Nov. 6 election.
Republican Mike Nerheim narrowly defeated Democrat Chris Kennedy in the race for Lake County State's Attorney.
Finances, capital projects and other initiatives discussed.
State's Attorney candidates Chris Kennedy and Mike Nerheim participated in Sunday's League of Women Voters Lake County Administrative Offices Debate.
Candidates tackle questions on everything ranging from the environment to jobs—and everything in between.
Democrat Chris Kennedy is running against Republican Mike Nerheim in the race for Lake County State's Attorney.
Republican candidate Mike Nerheim is running against Democrat Chris Kennedy in the race for Lake County State's Attorney.
Tune in Thursday, Oct. 11 for the Biden/Ryan vice presidential debate.
If you have a question for the candidates, submit it in the comments section below and it could be asked during the televised Oct. 16 Town Hall Presidential Debate.
Residents of the community are invited to the Oct. 29 meeting to share questions and concerns.
The Board of Trustees met on Sept. 24 at the Lake Bluff Village Hall. Here's a recap.
We want to make sure you've got everything you need before hitting the voting booth Nov. 6. Check back here for information on the upcoming election and a breakdown of every race with links to candidate profiles and all Patch political coverage.
Traffic circles believed to be safer and more efficient may be on the way
Not intended to be a moving violation, that could change if other traffic offenses are included.
Miss Tuesday night's meeting? Patch has the run down to catch you up on Lake Forest happenings.
A breakdown of the manpower and materials used during the storm.
Amended version gives boat owners more time to pay fees or remove their boat.
Despite financial troubles, city revives center, continues popular programs.