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Libertyville lowers electric rate, extends other tax

December 23, 2018 at 4:52 p.m.

Saying their finances have improved since the town instituted three utility taxes after the recession, Libertyville's village board recently approved a 10 percent reduction of an electric tax while extending...

Teen charged with bringing knife to school

November 3, 2021 at 8:24 p.m.

A 13-year-old boy was charged with bringing a folding knife to Hawthorn Middle School South in Vernon Hills last month, police said. Crime Prevention Officer Kim Christenson said the weapon...

Teen charged with bringing knife to school

December 23, 2018 at 4:43 p.m.

A 13-year-old boy was charged with bringing a folding knife to Hawthorn Middle School South in Vernon Hills last month, police said. Crime Prevention Officer Kim Christenson said the weapon...

Lake Forest approves water rate hike

December 23, 2018 at 4:23 p.m.

Starting May 1, Lake Forest residents will see a 50 percent increase on their water bills, and a new variable rate means those who use more water will pay extra....

Libertyville Trader Joe’s now open for business

December 23, 2018 at 4:02 p.m.

After a long social media campaign and other efforts to bring a Trader Joe's to Libertyville, the grocery store finally opened its doors to the public. "We're thrilled to have...

Two local politicians face off for GOP nomination for treasurer

December 23, 2018 at 3:54 p.m.

The two candidates vying for the GOP nomination for Lake County treasurer said educating the public on their tax bills and keeping a balanced budget would be their main priorities...

Lake Zurich District 95 gives superintendent pay raise in new contract

December 23, 2018 at 3:44 p.m.

Lake Zurich Community Unit School District 95 Superintendent Mike Egan will remain with the district through at least 2016, after the board of education agreed to a 29-month contract. The...

Firefighter injured, 2 pets killed in Hoffman Estates home fire

May 23, 2019 at 2:57 a.m.

A firefighter suffered minor injuries and two pets were killed when a Hoffman Estates home caught fire Wednesday afternoon, authorities said. Fire Chief Jeff Jorian said police arrived at the...

Firefighter injured, 2 pets killed in Hoffman Estates home fire

August 24, 2021 at 8:06 p.m.

A firefighter suffered minor injuries and two pets were killed when a Hoffman Estates home caught fire Wednesday afternoon, authorities said. Fire Chief Jeff Jorian said police arrived at the...

Lake Zurich struggles to deal with even more snow

December 23, 2018 at 3:38 p.m.

With winter dumping another 6 inches of snow on Lake Zurich's streets, public works officials say crews are doing what they can to stretch the village's waning salt supply. With...

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