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Truck rolls over on Route 53 exit ramp scattering pipes, delaying traffic

By Madhu Krishnamurthy
Apr 25, 2025 11:31 am - A semitruck hauling pipes rolled over Friday morning near Long Grove and Palatine, causing major traffic delays in the area.
Why Lake County forest preserves wants to take lead on Route 53 corridor property and planning

By Mick Zawislak
Apr 24, 2025 10:17 am - The Lake County Forest Preserve District wants to take the lead in preserving a 12-mile corridor once envisioned for the defunct Route 53 extension.
Amid retirement reports, Schakowsky says she’ll announce decision May 5

By Russell Lissau
Apr 23, 2025 3:38 pm - Veteran Democratic U.S. Rep. Jan Schakowsky of Evanston on Wednesday said she hasn’t made up her mind about running in 2026 but will announce her intent soon.
Branches of history: Celebrate Arbor Day with a timeline of historic trees in the U.S.

By Mark Spreyer, Stillman Nature Center
Apr 23, 2025 11:40 am - Prior to Earth Day showing up on the April calendar, Arbor Day was, and still is, celebrated on the fourth Friday in April. Trees, especially oaks, played a role in our country’s history long before they got a day of their own.
‘A true homegrown talent’ named police chief in Round Lake Beach

By Mick Zawislak
Apr 22, 2025 3:41 pm - The new police chief in Round Lake Beach is a 25-year department veteran who rose through the ranks.
Island Lake man gets jail time for keeping 46 cats in U-Haul van

Amanda Marrazzo
Apr 22, 2025 1:27 pm - An Island Lake man is serving a 40-day jail sentence after admitting guilt to an animal cruelty charge for housing 46 cats in a U-Haul van for months, records show.
Northern Illinois Food Bank’s 12th annual Fight Hunger Run/Walk returns May 3 to Cantigny Park

Submitted by Northern Illinois Food Bank
Apr 21, 2025 11:03 pm - Over 1,600 runners and spectators will fill Cantigny Park for Northern Illinois Food Bank's 12th annual 5K/10K run/walk supporting food programs across 13 counties.
Lake County Flavor Festival serves up success

Submitted by Visit Lake County
Apr 21, 2025 12:25 pm - Lake County's culinary and beverage scene took center stage at the highly successful Lake County February Flavor Festival.
The wonder of wood ducks

Supplied by Kim Mikus
Apr 21, 2025 10:59 am - Wood ducks have a variety of unusual behaviors and adaptations that make them different from other birds.
Political newcomer outraised U.S. Rep. Schakowsky in 9th District last quarter, records show

By Russell Lissau
Apr 20, 2025 9:00 pm - As Democratic U.S. Rep. Jan Schakowsky of Evanston decides whether to seek a 15th term in 2026, a political novice already is campaigning for the 9th District seat.

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