Buffalo Grove resident David Stolman, a longtime member of the Lake County Board, plans to run for Lake County treasurer in 2014.
In its audit, the Illinois Policy Institute looked at access to contact information online as well as public meetings, public records and more.
Vernon Hills Mayor Roger Byrne declared July 9 Ryan A. Weinberg Day in the village. Marine Lance Cpl. Weinberg is a 2011 graduate of Vernon Hills High School.
Illinois became the last state to legalize the private, licensed carry of concealed firearms on Tuesday, with the General Assembly overriding Gov. Pat Quinn's veto before a court-ordered deadline.
Funding has been approved for a Corridor Land Use and Transportation Plan.
Robert Skidmore, who was first elected Lake County Treasurer in 1998, has announced he will not seek re-election in 2014.
Gov. Pat Quinn visited Stevenson High School July 3 to sign legislation that will allow some 17-year-olds to vote in primary elections.
Lawmakers to return to Springfield July 8 to take up stricter provisions added by governor.
Republicans attack Schneider, Schakowsky and Duckworth for failure to support their plan. Democrats claim GOP bill will place too much burden on students.
Do you agree with today's ruling that supports the legality of same-sex marriage?
It's out with the old and in with the new for the Village of Vernon Hills, which launched an updated website on June 20.
Vernon Hills Metra commuters will need to park in the east lot when the village begins work June 17.
Senate Bill 1764 would allow hired drivers to be charged with a felony if they are found to be under the influence of alcohol while transporting passengers.
Check your household for these recalled seafood products.
In Illinois, the racial disparity is the fourth largest in the country, according to a report the American Civil Liberties Union released Tuesday.
Vernon Hills officials signed off June 4 on an economic incentive agreement with the mall, giving it the final go-ahead for its expansion.
The state had until June 9 to create regulations to allow concealed firearms.
The proposal came in response to an investigation by the Chicago Tribune regarding chronic truancy among kindergartners and first-graders.
A bill proposed by state Rep. Sam Yingling (D-Grayslake) to create a task force to address heroin use among young people passed the House and Senate.
The Lake County Forest Preserve District's overall budget for 2013-14 decreased $12.4 million over the last fiscal year.
The festival is slated for Aug. 24 in Grayslake.
Village president, three trustees officially began new terms May 7.
Middle and high school students learned about local government when they role-played as elected officials and village staff members.
The Vernon Hills Park District's proposal to build a maintenance facility at the north end of Century Park is getting support from trustees but opposition from some residents and Planning and Zoning commissioners.
Village officials will review a proposal from ADOGO Pet Hotel, which aims to open a "spa-like" facility in Vernon Hills.
The path would connect existing paths from Butterfield Road to Indianwood Drive.
State Sen. Jim Oberweis is sponsoring a bill that would increase the state's highest speed limit by 5 mph.
Help is available for homeowners with flooded or storm damaged properties.
New law increases senior homestead exemption and general homestead exemption.
The Marketplace Fairness Act would give states the ability to collect online sales taxes.
An increase in the Motor Fuel Tax or a new sales tax are proposed to help fund road improvements.
Congressional award-winning artwork by a Vernon Hills High School student and other local artists will adorn government offices and halls.
Tax Filing and Payment Deadlines Pushed to Oct. 31, 2013.
Gurnee Mayor Kristina Kovarik received threatening anonymous letters during her re-election campaign.
The village has entered its second year of ash tree replacement as the emerald ash borer infestation spreads.