Republican Liz Cheney is “laser-focused” on a resounding defeat of GOP nominee Donald Trump in this year’s presidential race.
Liz Cheney wants to see Trump trounced; Democratic control of House is vital, Republican says
Day: September 16, 2024
Lake Forest officials preparing for streetscape improvement project on Deerpath Road next year
Lake Forest officials are preparing residents for a large streetscape improvement project planned for next year on Deerpath Road that will require closure of vehicular traffic for several months.
Library building in Indian Head Park faces demolition threat
The Indian Head Park Heritage Center, a 150-year-old building that is home to the village’s public library, has been closed since June.
Pair charged with robbing Fox Lake couple of casino winnings
Authorities have arrested one man and are searching for another in connection with the armed robbery of a Fox Lake couple who police say were followed home from a casino after winning big.
Niles police commander completes training at FBI National Academy in Quantico
A veteran Niles Police Department commander has completed some advanced training, graduating from the FBI National Academy. Niles police Chief Luis Tigera announced in a news release that Commander Tony Scipione recently graduated from the academy, located in Quanitco, Virginia, and was part of a total of 254 law enforcement officers who hailed from 47 states, the District of Columbia, and Guam. Additionally, Scipione’s FBI academy class included members of law enforcement agencies from 26 countries, seven military organizations, and seven federal civilian organizations, according to the release. “Internationally known for its academic excellence, the National Academy offers 10 weeks […]
Rock the Block in Lake Zurich attracts about 8,000 people Saturday ‘This is the best last hurrah of summer for sure’
Clear sunset skies with Saturday evening temperatures in the 80 degree range launched the 10th Rock the Block in Lake Zurich on Sept. 14.
Valpo council vote passes $2 million downtown dining addition for Theo’s restaurants
The Valparaiso City Council unanimously passed a resolution at the Sept. 9 council meeting paving the way for the first steps to issue a downtown alcohol permit to allow Theo’s Restaurants and Dining of Lake County to expand east with a Valparaiso dining establishment.
Civic Committee leaders: Mayor Johnson, don’t cancel ShotSpotter unless you can transition to something better
We strongly disagree with the mayor eliminating ShotSpotter without an alternative lifesaving technology in place.
Kane County formally accepts almost $1 million for forensics lab
The goals of the Kane County Forensic Laboratory are to rapidly generate leads for criminal investigations, streamline the process of obtaining information for pending court cases and determine cause of death in a timely manner for grieving families, according to officials.
Western Springs church gets bells back after a year of silence
For decades the bells at All Saints Episcopal Church in Western Springs signaled kids it was time for lunch or dinner, until last year.