Zion Mayor/City Council keep fighting to lower residents' tax bill

Local schools resisting efforts to reduce tax burden

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

Village Of Vernon Hills: Position Announcement: Part Time Police Records Clerk

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Village Of Vernon Hills: Expanded Transportation Starting May 1

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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.

Village Of Vernon Hills: Village Budget Season

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Village Of Vernon Hills: Celebrating Presidents' Day

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Village Of Vernon Hills: February Is Black History Month

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Felonious Former State Rep Fingers Convicted Ex-Senator As Liar

In a filing seeking leniency, ex-State Rep. Luis Arroyo said ex-Sen. Terry Link was "another corrupt official working for the government."

Village Of Vernon Hills: 211 Lake County

211 Lake County offers a variety of support, including those of an urgent nature.

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.

Village Of Vernon Hills: MLK & Ali Day - January 17

On January 17, Illinois will mark not only Martin Luther King Jr. Day, but also the first observance of Muhammad Ali Day.

Vernon Hills-Area Unemployment Rate Improves: New Figures

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

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

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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: 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 ...

Village Of Vernon Hills: COVID Testing In Vernon Hills

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Village Of Vernon Hills: Honoring Illinois' Fallen: Flags At Half-Staff

Governor JB Pritzker has announced that all entities covered by the Illinois Flag Display Act are to fly the US and State flags at half- ...

Village Of Vernon Hills: New Year's Day Winter Storm Threat

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Village Of Vernon Hills: Happy Holidays

On behalf of Mayor Byrne, the Village of Vernon Hills Trustees and Staff, happy holidays and best wishes for a healthy, happy 2022. Plea ...

Village Of Vernon Hills: Prescribed Burn At Harvey Lake On Sunday, Dec 19th

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Vernon Hills-Area Unemployment Rate Steady: Latest Update

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

Village Of Vernon Hills: Prescribed Burn Scheduled For 12/12/21

The Village's contractor, Bluestem Ecological Services, will be conducting a prescribed burn at Harvey Lake, December 12th from 10:00 AM ...

Village Of Vernon Hills: Resources To Go "Green"

As more Village residents are looking for ways to live "green" and reduce their carbon footprint, we provide a few resources:

Village Of Vernon Hills: Holiday Happenings

Check out some of the activities and opportunities happening around town this Holiday Season.

Village Of Vernon Hills: 2022 Holiday Tree Pickup Schedule

The Public Works Department will begin collecting Holiday trees at the curb on January 4, 2022, weather permitting. Please refer to the ...

Village Of Vernon Hills: Yard Waste Stickers

Yard Waste Stickers are available at the Village Hall today (11/23) and tomorrow (11/24) from 8:30 am - 5:00 pm. The Village Hall will b ...

Vernon Hills-Area Unemployment Rate Improves: Latest Data

The Lake County unemployment rate improved somewhat as fall approached.

Village Of Vernon Hills: Reminder: Annual Garbage Rate Increase

The Village negotiates a multi-year contract for residential waste hauling, with percentage increases built into the agreement. Per the ...

Village Of Vernon Hills: Reporting Mailbox Damage After A Snow Event

During a snow event, it is possible that the force from the snow rolling off the blade of the snowplow may unintentionally cause damage ...

Village Of Vernon Hills: Shoveling Tips To Avoid Too Much Snow At The End Of Your Driveway

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Village Of Vernon Hills: Award & Recognition Program

Know of a Vernon Hills person who has gone above and beyond in their effort on behalf of the larger community? Consider nominating them ...

Village Of Vernon Hills: Tree & Menorah Lighting Nov. 27

Help us flip the switch on the Village Tree and Menorah as we officially start the holiday season. Join us on Saturday, November 27 star ...

Village Of Vernon Hills: Televising Of Sewer Lines To Begin 11/04/21

On November 4th, NSG, working on behalf of North Shore Gas, will begin televising the sanitary and storm sewer lines on Bay Tree Cr., Br ...

Village Of Vernon Hills: Assistance - Utilities & More

ComEd offers utility payment assistance through the federal Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) as well as the Illinois P ...

Lake County Government: Man Operating Riding Mower Critically Injured When Struck By Car

On October 23, 2021, at approximately 6:30 p.m., Lake County Sheriff's Deputies responded to a traffic crash with injuries at Route 59 a ...

Lake County Government: Public Works Online Bill Pay Maintenance

The Lake County Public Works online bill pay will be unavailable on Monday, October 25, 2021 from 3-4 p.m. due to system maintenance. If ...

Village Of Vernon Hills: Winter Coat Drive

The Winter Coat Drive for veterans and their families is underway through November 16. Organized by the GLMV Chamber of Commerce, the co ...

Lake County Government: Junior High Student Battered Walking To Bus Stop

The Lake County Sheriff's Office is investigating an incident where a junior high school student was approached and battered in Unincorp ...

Lake County Government: Martin Luther King Jr. Drive To Close For Repairs To Railroad Crossing

he Union Pacific Railway has notified LCDOT it will be closing the railroad crossing on Martin Luther King Jr. Drive at the Union Pacifi ...