'Millionaire Tax,' Poll Worker Protections Pass In Illinois

A third ballot question about requiring IVF and similar treatments to be covered by insurance was also projected to pass.

Libertyville Election Guide: What’s On The Ballot, What To Know

Early voting dates, how to register and how to vote by mail.

How Will IL Vote For President?

If Kamala Harris wins Illinois, it'll be the ninth election in a row Illinois voters have picked a Democratic candidate.

Libertyville Election Guide: What’s On The Ballot, What To Know

Early voting dates, how to register and how to vote by mail.

Mark Symonds: 2024 Candidate For Lake County Coroner

Election Day is fast-approaching, and early voting is underway in Lake County.

Village Trustee Will Run Against Libertyville Mayor In Spring Election

Village trustee Matthew Hickey has announced he will run against current mayor Donna Johnson next spring.

'Soft Opening' Nears For Nicholas Dowden Park After Repairs

The Nicholas Dowden North project includes the addition of a playground with a zip line, basketball court, six pickleball courts and more.

Libertyville Election Guide: What’s On The Ballot, What To Know

Early voting dates, how to register and how to vote by mail.

Lake County Courthouse Welcomes Comfort Dog, Desi

Desi is a one-year-old purebred standard poodle raised and trained by Canines 4 Comfort of Round Lake.

Updates To Liberty Theater Considered

The downtown Libertyville theater has been closed for several years and village officials are discussing next steps for the building.

Teen Rescued From Lake Michigan, Critically Injured: Authorities

A 15-year-old girl was rescued from Lake Michigan near Zion Friday evening, fire officials said.

Poll: Will You Watch The First Presidential Debate Of 2024 Election?

President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump are taking part in Thursday night’s debate in Atlanta. Will you watch?

Delays Expected As Metra Crossing Repairs Get Underway In July

Repairs will be done in July to a Milwaukee District North ​railroad crossing on Milwaukee Avenue north of Lake Street.

Boy, 5, Seriously Injured In Near Drowning At Gurnee Pool

The boy was found in an outdoor swimming pool at a Gurnee apartment complex Thursday afternoon.

Man Threatened To “Shoot Up” Condell Medical Center: Police

The Lindenhurst man has been ordered detained.

Libertyville Man Accused Of Stabbing Elderly Man Faces Attempted Murder Charge

A fugitive task force arrested the Libertyville man.

Lake In The Hills Man Gets Prison In High-Speed, DUI Crash That Killed Huntley Man, 19

Anthony S. Curtin, 21, of Lake in the Hills, has been sentenced to five years in prison.

Illinois Beach Hotel Reopens To Guests Following Renovations To Only Hotel In State Located On Lake Michigan

The Illinois Beach Hotel in Zion, which is the only hotel located on Lake Michigan in the state.

McHenry Co. Man Dies After Being Severely Burned In Industrial Fire While Working Near O'Hare Airport

A Spring Grove man has died after he suffered severe burns while working at a business where an industrial fire broke out near O'Hare.

‘Lucky She Didn't Kill Him': Judge Denies Release To Woman Accused Of Ramming Squads, Dragging Officer In Waukegan

A judge denied pre-trial release to a woman, who he called a “danger to everyone."

Libertyville Village Hall Closes Early Friday Due To Winter Storm

Public works, police and fire services will remain available through the storm.

Almost 50 Migrants Dropped Off By Bus At Waukegan Metra Station

The migrant workers were reportedly dropped off at the Waukegan Metra station Friday evening.

Family Raises Money For Funeral Of Father Of 3 Fatally Struck By Car Near Libertyville

The family of a Park City man, who was a father of three, is raising money to help pay for his funeral.

Girl, 5, With Rare Disease Gets Surprise Vacation To Hawaii

The Weiss family attended a wish reveal Friday afternoon at The Learning Experience in Gurnee.

Round Lake Heights Man Accused Of Delivering Mushrooms, Cocaine In McHenry County

A Round Lake Heights man was charged with delivering mushrooms and cocaine on multiple occasions.

Gurnee Man Exonerated After 29 Years In Prison Sues Police

The Gurnee man served 29 years in prison for the murder of his ex-wife and was exonerated last year.

Man Accused Of Sexually Abusing Two Girls In Mundelein

A Mundelein man has been charged after prosecutors say he sexually abused two different girls, who were both 14 years old.

Pickleball Noise Causes Headaches For Neighbors In Libertyville

Homeowners living on New Castle Drive across from Paul Neal Park are calling on the village to take measures to combat the noise.

Man Accused Of Submitting Fake Bids For Village Of Libertyville Contracts: Authorities

An employee of a heating and air conditioning company is now facing charges.

$3.1M In Surprise Revenue Doled Out To Lake Co. Municipalities

Lake County Clerk Anthony Vega learned in May of delinquent property tax revenue paid but not dispersed to taxing bodies.

2 Juveniles Accused Of Fatally Shooting H.S. Volleyball Coach, Counselor

Two juveniles have been arrested and charged as adults in the fatal shooting.

Coroner IDs Woman Found Dead After Being Struck By Train Near Round Lake

The woman was reported missing and found dead after being struck by a train.

Lake Co. Police Dog Helps Lead Officers To 80-Year-Old Man Who Went Missing In Vernon Hills

The Vernon Hills Police Department announced Tuesday afternoon they were searching for Gen Xiang Li.

Public Input Sought On Lake County's Strategic Plan

​An in-person meeting will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the central permit facility, 500 W. Winchester Road in Libertyville.

Ecstasy Pills, Cocaine Found During Traffic Stop In McHenry County

The Harvard woman's bail has been set at $200,000.

Man Accused Of Hiding Pills In Dentures During Arrest, Prosecutors Say

A McHenry man allegedly illegally brought pills into the Lake County Jail in Waukegan.

Volkswagen Offers Tracking Service For Free After Refusing To Provide Deputies With Location Of Carjacked Vehicle With Child Inside

Volkswagen is offering five years of its tracking service for free to most owners of newer model vehicles.

Man Gets Prison Time For Drug Charges, Possessing Gun As A Felon

A Marengo man has been sentenced to five years in prison after detectives found him possessing “dealer amounts” of drugs.

WI Man Accused Of Driving Drunk, Causing Crash That Injured Unrestrained Child

Police say a man drove drunk and crashed his car near Richmond.

Felon With Gun Clocked Going 100 MPH In Lake County: Authorities

State troopers pulled the driver over for speeding and found the gun under her driver's seat, according to court documents.