The NSWRD Mourns the Passing of Daniel M. Pierce

1928-2020

Election 2020 In Lake Forest: We Want To Hear From Voters

With primaries just a month away and the 2020 presidential election coming up fast, Patch wants to know what issues are on voters' minds.

Casey Urlacher Charged With Offshore Sports Gambling Conspiracy

The mayor of Mettawa and brother of the former Chicago Bears player is among 10 people indicted on federal conspiracy charges.

Lake County Imposes 1-Year Moratorium On Recreational Weed Firms

Board members voted Tuesday to hold off on allowing or banning recreational cannabis businesses in unincorporated parts of Lake County.

Former Prosecutor Replaces Retired Lake County Circuit Judge

Associate Judge Reginald Mathews, a former assistant state's attorney, was appointed to the seat vacated by ex-Circuit Judge Jay Ukena.

Hart To Recommend Hiring Gibson as Lake County Administrator

Lake County Board Chair Sandy Hart plans to ask board members to approve interim County Administrator Gary Gibson on a permanent basis.

Circuit Judge Jay Ukena Retires From Lake County Bench

Ukena retired Thursday after spending 11 years as a judge in Waukegan and the last two as chief judge.

Lake Forest Repairs Beach Damage As Lake Bluff Seeks Donations

City staff cleared over 36 cubic yards of debris and 15 tires from the beach before the park district sought donations to its nonprofit arm.

Indicted Ex-City Manager Negotiates Plea Deal As Trial Date Nears

Negotiations are underway to resolve criminal charges against former Lake Forest City Manager Bob Kiely, according to a new report.

Local Attorneys Angle To Become Lake County Judges

There are 21 applicants for a vacant appointed seat expected to be filled in January and five candidates registered for the March primary.

Vernon Township Reduces Overall Tax Burden for 3rd Straight Year

Operations continue to be streamlined due to budget reductions, grants and partnerships, while programs & service offerings are increasing.

Lake County Approves Budget Without Increase To Tax Levy

It's the first time in at least 20 years the county board has held its tax levy flat.

Deadly Waukegan Explosion Leads To $1.6 Million In Fines

Labor Department officials cited a dozen safety violations at the manufacturing plant where four workers were fatally injured.

Longtime Lake Forest City Manager Indicted

Former City Manager Bob Kiely was charged with official misconduct Wednesday.

Judge, Prosecutors Permit Early Release Of 82-Year-Old Prisoner

Larry Hayes, who suffers from dementia and glaucoma, was freed after serving 25 years of a 55-year sentence for a cocaine conviction.

Rug Merchant's Bid For Knollwood Fire Station Risks Getting Stale

The Rockland Fire Protection District has no contract with its approved bidder for the Knollwood Fire Department's former home.

North Shore Water Reclamation District Recognizes Brian Dorn

Executive Director, Brian Dorn, receives an award for 30-years of service to the NSWRD

Lake Forest Alderman Resigns After Selling Home

Second Ward Alderman Tim Newman plans to move to a different ward within the city.

Murder Charges Dropped Against 5 Teens Over 14-Year-Old's Death

Prosecutors cut a plea deal with teenagers accused of an attempted car burglary in Old Mill Creek that left their alleged accomplice dead.

Waukegan Casino Proposals To Be Presented At Genesee Theatre

Six developers will publicly present their proposals for a new Waukegan casino Wednesday evening.

Lake Forest's Route 60 Corridor To Be Discussed At Workshop

Consultants for the city will present information and residents will have a chance to provide feedback Thursday.

NSWRD Honored With Prestigious NACWA Awards

North Shore Water Reclamation District Facilities Receive Gold and Silver Awards

Waukegan To Place Bets On Best Of 6 Casino Proposals

The proposals include one from a developer engaged in litigation with the city and two linked to a major local campaign contributor.

Ex-Sheriff, Jail Chief Not Immune From Water Shutoff Suit: Judges

A federal appellate panel rejected a request for immunity from former Lake County Sheriff Mark Curran and his Corrections Chief Dave Wathen.

From Truck Stops To Elections, Gambling Money Floods Waukegan

Owners of one of IL’s largest video gambling companies are behind efforts to influence city politics, expand gambling and build a casino.

9 Months After Election, Ex-Sheriff Drops Recount, Accepts Result

"A further recount will not result in a change in the outcome of the election," former Lake County Sheriff Mark Curran conceded Saturday.

Lake County Officials, Governor Tout Infrastructure Funding

Local roads, bridges, schools, and parks are all set to receive funds from the $45 billion "Rebuild Illinois" capital plan.

No Criminal Charges To Be Filed In Beach Park Ammonia Spill

Prosecutors determined the driver's actions may have been negligent but did not constitute reckless conduct under Illinois law.

NSWRD Arranged Meeting For Lake County Board

Board Members Invited to a Special Presentation and Tour

Federal Jury Convicts 2 Suburban Men Of Conspiracy To Aid ISIS

The north suburban duo was charged with providing material support for a terrorist organization after an 18-month undercover investigation.

Gambling Expansion Bill Permits Long-Sought Waukegan Casino

Lake County would be the site of one of six casinos authorized under the new Illinois law, which also allows wagering on sports.

Ald. Ed Burke Indicted On New Racketeering, Bribery Charges

Federal prosecutors named the longtime alderman, his chief aide and a Lake Forest attorney in a 19-count indictment filed Thursday.

Lake County Board Appoints Gurnee Man As New Chief Assessor

Former Avon Township Assessor Bob Glueckert replaces Martin Paulson, who retired Monday after 28 years in county government.

Trump Adviser Contacted Illinois Operative About Clinton Emails

The late Lake Forest GOP activist Peter Smith was contacted by Michael Flynn during his search for deleted emails, the Mueller report found.

Lake County Judge Wrong To Accept Sharia Divorce: Appeals Court

Judge Raymond Collins abused his discretion by accepting an Indian divorce that was "inconsistent with Illinois concepts of fairness."

Lake Forest Lawyer Pleads Not Guilty To Bribing Indicted Alderman

Charles Cui pleaded not guilty to charges he bribed Ed Burke by hiring his property tax appeal firm and lied to federal agents about it.

Lake Forest Man Charged With Bribing Ald. Ed Burke, Lying To FBI

Attorney Charles Cui is accused of hiring the indicted aldermen's law firm in exchange for help with a permits and a $2 million TIF deal.

Plans For Lake Forest Assisted Living Development Put On Hold

Aldermen will commission a comprehensive plan for the Route 60 corridor before moving ahead with a proposed development at Amberley Farms.

Goshgarian Defeats Desmond In 3rd Ward Lake Forest Election

The caucus-slated candidate emerged victorious in the race for the only contested seat on the Lake Forest City Council.

League of Women Voters to Host Candidate Forum

Residents to elect new Rockland Fire Protection District Board