As Porter County’s ambulance contract with Northwest Health nears its end, the County Council is concerned about how ambulance service in the county should be provided – and funded – in the future.
Day: March 26, 2025
Illinois association survey shows unease over dismantling of U.S. Department of Education
A recent survey of Illinois residents shows growing unease over President Donald Trump’s efforts to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education.
Illinois affordable housing projects on pause as Trump administration evaluates funds
Some renovation projects aimed at preserving and greening existing affordable housing properties are on hold in Chicago as the Trump administration evaluates a U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development program.
Column: Space Exploration Involves Business and Government – and Courage
Astronauts Sunita Williams and Butch Wilmore were launched into space in June 2024 on what was supposed to be an eight-day mission.
Of Notoriety: Documentary with Indiana roots recognizes April as ‘Sexual Assault Awareness Month’
Reader Ron Blake sent an email alerting that as April approaches, the month is also recognized as “Sexual Assault Awareness Month.”
Palatine comprehensive plan heads to village council
Palatine is a step closer to finalizing an updated comprehensive plan after the village’s planning and zoning commission unanimously recommended an update Tuesday, it’s first since 2011.
Waukegan police investigating death of 28-year-old Beach Park woman
Police and the Lake County Coroner are investigating the death of a woman found this weekend at a Waukegan home, authorities said.
Shooting at White Sox game in 2023 still a mystery with new season opening
Nineteen months after two women were shot in the bleachers at a White Sox game, there’s little clarity in the case.
Lake County elections public records request cited as reason for oath of ballot bill
A bill for the oath of ballot counter for provisional ballots, which was amended but held in committee Wednesday, was authored because of a “difficulty in responding to” a records request by the Lake County Board of Elections and Registration office, state officials said.
Down to Business: When you’re serving ice cream and candy all day, what’s not to like about work, Kilwins manager says
Q&A with Ira Hall, general manager of Kilwins ice cream/candy/fudge store in downtown Naperville.