Shared Workspace Approved For Downtown Libertyville

Village officials say the addition along North Milwaukee Avenue could help struggling downtown businesses.

Woman Posts Pics Of Shoes Bought With Stolen Credit Card On Social Media: Authorities

The 26-year-old Waukegan woman is accused of stealing her co-worker's credit card and using it at a nearby clothing store.

Lake Co. Sees Spike In Vehicle Thefts, Burglaries

The Lake County Sheriff's Office is offering tips following the increase in vehicle thefts and burglaries in recent weeks.

Police Tase Man Accused Of Reaching For Gun In Round Lake Park

A 34-year-old man was tased when he allegedly reached for his gun after police responded to a large fight in Round Lake Park Sunday.

4 Juveniles In Custody After Gunshot Fired Outside Restaurant In Harvard

The Harvard Police Department responded Wednesday afternoon to La Trinidad Restaurant to a report of a shot that had been fired.

2 Officers Injured After Being Dragged By Fleeing Vehicle: Police

A judge ordered a man held on a $500,000 bond after he allegedly drove away from a traffic stop and dragged two officers with his car.

Lake Co. Police Dog Helps Apprehend 9 In 24 Hours

Authorities say that Lake County Sheriff's Canine Dax apprehended nine juvenile suspects that fled from stolen vehicles.

8 Injured In 3-Vehicle Crash In Lake Zurich

The three-vehicle crash happened Route 12 in Lake Zurich Monday afternoon.

Libertyville Farmers Market Opens Thursday For Summer Season

The traditional cutting of the watermelon by Libertyville's mayor will be held at 9 a.m.

Bos Bills Supporting Child Victims & Ensuring Hospital Visits Signed

HB 4593 removes a loophole to hold child sex abusers accountable. SB 1405 ensures no one is forced to die alone in a healthcare facility.

Rep. Bos’ Office Helps Constituents Recover $3 Million from State

Rep. Bos and his staff have helped constituents in the 51st District recover more than $3 million from the state’s ICash program since 2021.

Bills Sponsored by Rep. Bos to Support Youth in State Care Now Law

Four pieces of legislation sponsored by State Rep. Chris Bos to reform DCFS and support youth in state care were recently signed into law.

Roadwork Planned For These Lake Co. Roads In 2022

The Lake County Division of Transportation will tackle more than 35 transportation projects in 2022.

Standing Up for Child Sex Victims, Rep. Bos Bill Heads to Governor

Having passed the General Assembly, HB 4593 is now ready for the Governor to sign into law.

Man In 20s Hospitalized After Being Shot While Driving In Waukegan: Authorities

A man in his 20s was hospitalized after a gunman opened fire on the vehicle that he was driving in Waukegan Monday evening.

Local Politician Backs Bill To Ensure No One Has To Die Alone

The Illinois House passed legislation sponsored by Rep. Chris Bos to ensure no one has to die alone, even in a pandemic.

Texas Longhorn Bulls Reunited With Owner After Escape

The five bulls that escaped and were loose in the Spring Grove and Johnsburg area have been captured.

Man Accused Of Bringing Drugs Into McHenry Co. Jail

A Port Barrington man is accused of bringing marijuana, pills and other drugs into the jail.

Senior Housing Planned For Vacant Commercial Building Site

Village officials in Libertyville are considering the proposal to bring an affordable senior housing community to 500 Peterson Road.

Lake County Focuses On Recovery As U.S. Marks ARPA Anniversary

The County continues work to review options and allocate nearly $136 million in federal funds received through the American Rescue Plan Act.

Final Days to Help Name Sheriff's New Canines - Two Days Left

Sheriff John D. Idleburg is pleased to announce the Lake County Sheriff’s Office will be adding two new canines to the sheriff’s canine unit

Designation of Rt. 137 in Memory of SPC Wesley Wells Completed

Designation of Rt. 137 in Memory of SPC Wesley Wells Completed; Rep. Bos Honored to Sponsor Resolution.

Lake Co. To Get $8M In Settlement With Opioid Manufacturers, Distributors

The agreement comes after three years of negotiations to resolve more than 4,000 claims from state and local governments across the country.

Lake Co. MEG Unit Makes 50 Arrests, Seizes $3M In Drugs In 2021: Police

Compared to 2020, agents seized over three times the amount of illegally possessed cannabis and approximately 20 times the amount of cocaine

Standing Up for Exploited Children, Rep. Bos Bill Passes House

The Illinois House has unanimously passed legislation filed by Rep. Chris Bos to hold those who sexually abuse children accountable.

Proposed Bill Calls On Court To Automatically Notify Victims Of Upcoming Court Dates In Lake County

A state senator has introduced a bill that would create a pilot program to automatically notify victims and witnesses.

Bos Files Legislation to Protect Vulnerable Trafficking Victims

Rep. Chris Bos recently filed four pieces of legislation to improve protections for victims of human trafficking and sexual exploitation.

Libertyville-Area Unemployment Rate Improves: Latest Figures

The Lake County unemployment rate improved recently, according to the newest figures.

Lake County Government: Lake County Offices Closed Monday, Jan. 17

All Lake County offices will be closed on Monday, Jan. 17 in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. MLK Day is the only federal holid ...

Lake County Government: Arlington Heights Road Virtual Public Meeting

The Lake County Division of Transportation is hosting a virtual public information meeting on Jan. 27 from 5 to 7 p.m. to discuss the pr ...

Lake County Government: The Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) Seeks Public Feedback

See the latest announcement from the Lake County Government.

Couple Carjacked By Gunman At Hawthorn Mall: Authorities

Police say a man pulled a gun on a couple and stole their vehicle in the parking lot of Hawthorn Mall in Vernon Hills over the weekend.

Snowfall Totals Released For Lake, McHenry Counties

The National Weather Service has published snowfall levels recorded in Lake and McHenry counties.

New Initiative To Address 'Surge' In Violence In Lake Co.

The Lake County State's Attorney's Office will form a new violent crimes unit, allowing them to work more closely with victims, police.

Lake Co. Board Approves Policy To Prohibit Single-Use Plastics

The new policy will take effect on Jan. 1, 2023.

80 New Townhomes Proposed For Libertyville Project

The village board approved rezoning a plot of land at the intersection of Route 137 and Milwaukee Avenue to make way for the development.

Libertyville-Area Unemployment Rate Steady: Latest Figures

The Lake County unemployment rate stayed the same, according to the newest figures.

Libertyville-Area Unemployment Rate Improves: Latest Data

The Lake County unemployment rate improved somewhat as fall approached.

Child, Adult Flighted To Hospital After Rollover Crash In Lake In The Hills

The three-vehicle crash in Lake in the Hills happened at Route 31 and Trinity Drive in Lake in the Hills Tuesday evening.

Roundabout Opens At Lake Villa Intersection

After almost three months of construction, the new roundabout at Fairfield and Monaville roads is open, officials announced.