Coroner IDs Man Who Died After Suffering Medical Emergency On Theater Roof

The incident happened on the roof of PM&L Theatre, 877 Main Street in Antioch, Thursday morning.

Man Faces Charges In Collision That Killed Boy, His Father

The Wisconsin man is accused of driving under the influence of drugs in the collision that killed two last year in Round Lake Beach.

25 Lake Co. Attorneys Vie For 2 Open Judge Seats

The attorneys are looking to fill seats left when two associate judges were elected to the state's Supreme Court and Appellate Court.

Missing Woman With Ties To Lake County Found Safe

A 39-year-old woman, who is originally from Lake County, has been located safe.

5 To Vie For 3 Open Seats On Libertyville Village Board

Three incumbents will seek re-election as trustees on the village board and two newcomers are looking to unseat them.

Appeals Court Upholds Conviction In Fatal Firebombing

Manuel A. Flores, 38, formerly of Round Lake Beach, was convicted in 2009 in connection with the fire that killed a boy, 12.

Woman Dies In Single-Vehicle Crash In Zion

Police say speed and intoxication contributed to the single-car crash.

Grayslake Fire District Mourns Death Of Battalion Chief

Battalion Chief Mike Higgins worked for the Grayslake Fire Protection District for 26 years.

Suspect In Custody After Man In His 40s Shot At Apartment Building In Antioch

A suspect is in custody after a man was shot at an apartment building in Antioch Wednesday morning, prompting the high school to tempora ...

Village Releases Santa Parade Route

Santa will be back and traveling down streets in Libertyville. Families can catch a glimpse of Saint Nick on Dec. 3.

Libertyville Voters Guide: 2022 General Election

Early voting is under way. Here’s everything you need to know about the Nov. 8 election.

27 Attorneys File Applications For Open Judge Seat In Lake Co.

The attorneys are vying to fill the seat that will be left open when Associate Judge David P. Brodsky retires on Jan. 16, 2023.

Unincorporated Residents Eligible For Flood Insurance Discounts

There are more than 735 flood insurance policies in unincorporated Lake County.

Man Who Tried To Meet Child For Sex Gets Jail Time

The Crystal Lake man has been sentenced to 60 days in jail.

McHenry Co. Officials Slam Bill Aimed At Decriminalizing Fentanyl, Heroin

House Bill 3447 was passed in 2021 by the Illinois House and has since been sent to the Illinois Senate for consideration.

Police Remember Trooper Who Died 64 Years Ago In Line Of Duty Near Libertyville

Leo S. Burakowski was involved in a crash while patrolling Interstate 94 September 24, 1958.

Village Approves Upgrades At Riverside, Adler Pools

Upgrades to the filter rooms at both pools are needed, village officials said.

McHenry Teen, Des Plaines Man Killed In Crash: Coroner

The coroner's office has identified the18-year-old man and 21-year-old man killed in the collision in Ringwood.

Zion Police Shoot And Kill Man Who Cops Say Fired Shots During Attempted Break-In Call At Officers

A man was shot and killed by police after authorities say he fired shots during a confrontation with officers who responded to a break-in.

2 ‘People Of Interest' In Custody, Being Questioned In Homicide Of Man In Antioch: Police

Investigators are speaking to two people of interest in connection with the death of a Wisconsin man who police said was shot and killed.

9 Major Road Projects Planned For Lake Co.: State Officials

The various projects include road repairs, resurfacing and the installation of ADA-compliant sidewalk ramps.

1 Hospitalized, 1 Charged After Battery Outside McHenry Entertainment Venue

Daniel A. Shafer, 48, is accused of throwing a 34-year-old man onto a sidewalk outside The Vixen early Tuesday.

Police Find 115 Pounds Of Drugs, $116K In Cash At Woodstock Home

A Woodstock man and woman, both 24 years old, now face charges.

Libertyville Green Projects Get ComEd, Openlands Grants

The one-time grants of up to $10,000 were awarded to 23 organizations or municipalities throughout Illinois, including Libertyville.

Cops Find Over $100K Cash, 12K Pills, Loaded Gun During Shooting Probe: Authorities

Jeremiah D. Molcz, 49, of Zion, faces unlawful possession of a controlled substance with intent to deliver and child endangerment charges.

Blaze Damages Fenced Enclosure At Charles Brown Park

Officials in Libertyville are looking to replace the fenced enclosure this fall.

Police Seize Firearms, FOID Cards During ‘Enforcement Blitz'

State police conducted a firearms “enforcement blitz” in June and July.

Police Receive ‘Strong, Viable Lead' In 1992 Cold Case Of Babysitter, 11, Killed In Waukegan, Report Says

Holly Staker, 11, was raped and stabbed to death at a home on Hickory Street in Waukegan on August 17, 1992.

New Lake Co. Police Dog To Help Combat Child Exploitation, Human Trafficking

The Lake County Sheriff's Office on Monday announced they've welcomed their newest K9 officer, Tera.

Boy, 2, Recovering After Near Drowning

The boy was found unresponsive in a pool in Wadsworth Saturday. Family members and police are credited with helping to save his life.

Nicholas Dowden Park Project Gets $400K In State Grants

The state of Illinois doled out $30.3 million in grants to communities across Illinois for upgrades at 87 parks.

Plane Lands On Milwaukee Avenue In Libertyville

The plane began experiencing mechanical problems on Friday. No one was injured, fire officials said.

Portion Of Butterfield Road Closed For Several Days Due To Repairs

Transportation crews Monday morning closed Butterfield Road at a railroad crossing in Vernon Hills.

Coroner IDs Man, 22, Who Died In Shooting In Beach Park

The man has been identified as Christopher Williams, 22, of North Chicago.

Man Wearing Halloween Mask Busted Burglarizing Home: Police

The Lindenhurst man fled from police and was arrested in the backyard of a home in Antioch Thursday, according to authorities.

Alderman Faces Felony Charges Following Misconduct Probe

Authorities say the Waukegan alderman fraudulently obtained a gaming license for his businesses.

Police Looking For Missing, Endangered Man Who Left Hospital Tuesday

Police are asking for the public's help in locating a 35-year-old man who left Good Shepherd Hospital Tuesday.

Butterfield Road To Close At Railroad Crossing For Repairs

You may want to find a different route during the repairs, which will run from Aug. 1 to 5.

Firefighters, Paramedics Help Lake Villa Woman Deliver Baby

A Lake Villa woman said she is “forever grateful” for the assistance.

Sanitary Sewer Upgrades Lead To Lane Closures In Libertyville

Lane closures will be in place along Rockland Road and Garfield Avenue through Friday.