PRESS RELEASE: Lake Forest Community High School Dedicates 2025 Wall of Excellence

Lake Forest, IL – Lake Forest Community High School is proud to unveil the Wall of Excellence, honoring founder Brian Vandenberg.

Lake Forest Academy Opens 2025-26 Academic Year

LFA opened the school year with the traditional All-School Handshake following a week of preseason events.

8-Foot Waves, Dangerous Currents Will Impact Lake Forest Beaches

Forecasters predicted 8-foot waves at Lake Michigan beaches, accompanied by deadly swim conditions.

Labor Day In Lake Forest And Lake Bluff, What's Closed?

Monday, Sept. 1, is Labor Day, with people being treated to one last long weekend of summer.

Fun, traditions launch new school year at Woodlands Academy

The first day of the 2025-26 school year at Woodlands Academy was Aug. 26. It began with the usual fun of a “Seniors Rule” celebration.

Lake Bluff Public Library Announces Continuation of Current Operating Hours

Following review of usage and resources, the Board has voted to maintain current Library hours while exploring ways to expand future service

Lake Forest HS Among Top 25 In Illinois: U.S. News & World Report

U.S. News & World Report released its latest rankings on the best high schools in the country, and Lake Forest High School made the list.

Field-To-Fork Collaboration Brings Two North Shore Communities Together

A late summer supper at Elawa Farms will give guests a sneak peek at the menu of a highly anticipated Evanston restaurant.

J. Brick Paving & Landscaping (Literally) Saved My Home!

Javier Huerta’s elite brick paving and landscaping transformed my house into a home!

OMNI: Mental Health Support for Vernon Township Kids, Adults and Families

OMNI is one of the Vernon Township Community Mental Health Board grant recipients.

Richard Sloan Wilbur, M.D., J.D., 101, Lake Forest

Info: (847)234-0022 or www.wenbanfh.com

Lake Bluff Spraying For Mosquitoes As West Nile Activity Peaks

West Nile virus activity typically peaks each year during warm weather, according to the North Shore Mosquito Abatement District.

Lake Forest Flood Watch: What To Know

Rain is expected to fall at a rate of 1 to 2 inches per hour, according to the National Weather Service.

Astronaut, Apollo 13 Commander, Dies At 97 In Illinois

James. A Lovell Jr., the commander of the famed Apollo 13 spacecraft's lunar voyage in 1970, died Aug. 7, 2025 at 97.

2025-26 School Calendar In Lake Forest, Lake Bluff: Key Days To Know

Parents in Lake Forest and Lake Bluff school districts are preparing for the first day of school later this month.

Reviving Recreation in Lake Forest

Lake Forest's New Gym Equipment, Lake Forest Day 5K Fun Run, Fall Open House, and an Exclusive Chat with Program Manager John Eldridge

Unhealthy Air Quality Prompts Pollution Alert For Lake Forest

Health officials issued an Air Pollution Action Day due to hazardous air quality in Lake Forest.

Hearing Loss, a Silent Clue to Heart Disease

Listen to Your Ears

Meet Author William Kent Krueger

Lake Forest Reads enters its 14th year of encouraging Lake Foresters to come together and read one book

​Cost-Free College to Every North Chicago Address as Local Church Partners with Education Foundation

Lake Forest Congregation Hosts 5th Annual Faith on the Fairway Golf Outing (September 20) to Fund Full-Ride Scholarships

Woman Who Was Choked, Beaten Found In Roadway In Lake County: Police

Police arrested a man in Lake Forest who is believed to have punched and choked a woman until she was unconscious.

Lake Forest Makes Top 50 For Wealthiest US Suburbs

A study compared the household income of cities with 5,000 or more households and isolated the 50 with the highest average household income.

Sweltering Heatwave Hits Lake Forest: Where To Find Cooling Centers

Dangerously hot weather is melting the Chicagoland. Here's where you can escape the heat in Lake Forest.

Life-Threatening Conditions Prompt Beach Warnings In Lake Forest

The National Weather Service said dangerous swimming conditions and high waves could threaten the lives of beach goers Thursday.

Woman Slashed In Hand, Choked By Suspect In Lake Bluff Apartment

According to the county sheriff, a seemingly intoxicated man brandished a knife and slashed a woman before choking her Wednesday night.

Unhealthy Air Quality Prompts Pollution Alert For Lake Forest

Smoke from Canadian wildfires is impacting the greater Chicago area, forecasters said, bringing unhealthy air quality.

Resort In Chicago Suburbs Lands On Best In U.S. List

The resort was ranked No. 13 in the continental U.S.

LFHS Varsity Field Flicks Debut July 25 with Wicked

Lake Forest School Districts 67 and 115, together with the LFHS Boosters Club, invite the community to a summer movie night.

"Help Feed the Need" at Hunger Resource Network Golf Outing

Get Ready to Tee Off: Hunger Resource Network Golf Outing on Wednesday, August 6 at Chevy Chase Country Club, Wheeling

How Kids In Lake Forest Can Get Rewarded For Good Behavior

The Lake Forest Police Department is rewarding kids who make safe choices this summer by offering positive tickets and coupons.

Vernon Township Community Mental Health Board Awards $1 Million in Grants

Third-round funding supports 23 local nonprofits serving mental health, substance use and developmental disability needs.

7-Foot, Hazardous Waves Will Impact Lake Forest Beaches, Forecasters Warn

Forecasters predicted 7-foot waves at Lake Michigan beaches, accompanied by deadly swim conditions.

117th Annual Lake Forest Day "Celebrates Our Vibrant Local Businesses"

Since 1908, if it's the first Wednesday in August: it's Lake Forest Day.

Untreated Hearing Loss: The Silent Catalyst for Dementia

Early Action Makes a Lifetime of Difference

Fireworks Near Me: Lake Forest July 4th 2025 Events

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Lake Forest.

Marquis Who's Who Lauds James M. Vasselli, Esq., for Legal Expertise

James M. Vasselli, Esq., founding partner of Vasselli Law, specializes in advising municipalities, land use, and other areas of the law

Financial Relief Available For Lake Forest ComEd Customers Plagued With High Bills

ComEd is offering $10 million in bill assistance for customers struggling with increased energy bills this summer.

July 4th 2025 Fireworks, Events Around Lake Forest

Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Lake Forest.

Township Food Pantry at Buffalo Grove Farmers Market Sunday, June 29

Residents can donate food, purchase fresh produce at the market or make monetary contributions to help neighbors experiencing food scarcity.

LWV-LF/LB Encourages All to Attend Democracy Tour 2025 on June 26th

Citizen Advocacy Center Hosting Democracy Tour 2025 at Gorton Community Center