$18M in Donations Raised for Advocate Expansion Project

Legislators Get Paid During Government Shut Down, Some Refusing Pay

Find out which local lawmakers are refusing their pay during shut down.

Lake County WWII Vets Tour Memorial Despite Government Shut Down

Honor Flight Chicago takes World War II veterans to Washington D.C., and get access to memorial.

What's Affected by a Government Shutdown?

Government Shutdown Doesn't Stop the National Weather Service

The government agency is still updating its website and sharing weather-related updates on social media.

U.S. Government Shutdown a Reality

How the shutdown will affect Americans.

Lake County Recorder Warns Homeowners about Deceptive Offers

Companies soliciting homeowners with deceptive offers.

Get Informed on New Insurance Options Under Affordable Care Act

Enroll Lake County! is a local initiative to help Lake County residents understand and apply for these new health insurance options.

Des Plaines Oasis Closing

LZ Auctions Off Seized Vehicles, One Village

Online auction runs through October 4.

LZ Urges Residents, Businesses Sign up for Emergency Notification System

New mass notification system enhances communication and emergency preparedness.

Metro Suburban Region Receives $2 Million to Assist Manufacturers

Lake County to benefit from grant.

Couple Files Lawsuit Against Forest Preserve for Barrington Hills Estate

The owners of Horizon Farms claim the Forest Preserve of Cook County was in the wrong when it tried to buy the property while the couple fought foreclosure, according to the Daily Herald.

Thousands Without Health Insurance in the Suburbs

Eleven percent of Lake County residents are without health insurance.

Report: State Boards Cost Illinois Taxpayers Millions

A Daily Herald report outlines the costs of Illinois' 23 state boards and commissions.

Rock the Block a Raging Success for Downtown Businesses and Lake Zurich

The street festival will return next year.

Bill Daley Drops Out of Illinois Governor's Race

Bill Daley has dropped out of the Illinois governor's race.

Former Long Grove Mayor Maria Rodriguez Chosen as Lt. Governor

Rep. State Sen. Bill Brady has selected former Long Grove Mayor Maria Rodriguez as his running mate for the gubernatorial race, according to the Associated Press.

LZ Promenade’s Proposal Fails to Impress Lake Zurich Officials

Questions arise about what Lake Zurich is willing to do to bring development downtown.

Downtown Lake Zurich Lookin’ Good

The village's downtown is getting a makeover as old, vacant buildings are demolished, changing the area’s landscape for the better.

Should Lake Zurich Ban Concealed Weapons in Restaurants?

The Chicago City Council is considering banning concealed weapons in all establishments that serve alcohol. Should Lake Zurich follow suit?

Village Board Considers Cost of Liquor License for Catering Businesses

One local catering business owner thinks the $1,000 liquor license, which is the same as it is for restaurants and bars that serve only beer and wine in Lake Zurich, is too much, according to the Daily Herald.

Lake Zurich Continues Examining Response to Flooding, Discusses Policy Ideas

The Board of Trustees establishes one new policy as a result of record flood in June.

Lake County Considers Smoking Ban at Forest Preserve Playgrounds

The new rule will be voted on Tuesday, according to the Daily Herald.

Suit Filed Against Advocate for Not Protecting Patient Info

A class-action lawsuit from Advocate patients says the medical group failed to protect their privacy information when it didn't protect four stolen computers.

Minneapolis Mayor Invites Illinois Gays to Marry in MN

Mayor R.T. 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.”

Patch Poll: Should the U.S. Attack Syria?

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.

Downtown LZ’s Landscape Changing

Demolition set for several buildings the village owns in the downtown.

Lake Zurich Taking Care of its Water, Sewer Infrastructure

Village issues bonds to upgrade and maintain infrastructure.

U.S. Postal Service Warns of Spam

Bogus emails sent to postal customers.

Illinois Tollway Lists Suburban Businesses Owing Over $1K in Fines

At least one area business was included on the Illinois Tollway's 'Super Scofflaws' list, which was published Wednesday on its website.

Task Force to Study Youths' Heroin Use in Illinois

Heroin use is considered an "epidemic" in the collar counties.

Lake County Health Department Warns of Increased Lyme Disease Cases

Twenty cases reported so far this year, higher than the record in 2011.

Lake County Health Department Warns of Increased Lyme Disease Cases

Twenty cases reported so far this year, higher than the record in 2011.

Quinn Announces $4M in Grants to Local Emergency Management Agencies

Lake and Cook Counties among those receiving grant monies.

Lake County Granted Injunction in Elections Commission Lawsuit

Judge rules Lake County’s chief judge cannot appoint an elections commission while Lake County State’s Attorney’s lawsuit against the state continues.

Village Maintains AA Bond Rating

Standard and Poor recently released its bond rating for the municipality, and announced that Lake Zurich will keep its AA bond rating.

New Retail Center Approved in Lake Zurich

Village board approves Core Equities plan for two new retail buildings at Route 12 and Main Street.

Lake Zurich Gains Another Employee From Des Plaines

Des Plaines has lost three top managers in the city to Lake Zurich in the past year and a half. The latest to be leaving is Mike Earl.

Village Applies for Flooding Relief

Lake Zurich is hoping for some relief from the Illinois Emergency Management Agency for flooded areas in the community.