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Category: Lake County News-Sun
Outdoors column: Spring Bird Count reminds us of the miracle of migration
A quarter- to half-ounce bird like a Nashville warbler flies through the night for miles and miles — from 2,000 to 2,800 miles each spring — alongside its kin.
Wauconda-area crash leaves two women dead, another injured
Police said the dump truck, driven by a Round Lake Park man, was headed north on Fairfield when the car, a 2007 Nissan Versa headed west on Chardon, entered the intersection directly into the truck’s path.
Column: House Speaker Mike Johnson stands tall in supporting aid to Ukraine, Israel
Johnson, generally unknown before becoming speaker last fall, demonstrated skill along with courage in securing approval for his move from former President Donald Trump, along with President Joe Biden.
Column: Tax bills continue to be a heavy load on Lake County property owners
Nearly every taxing body raised their rates for the 2023 tax year. The bill’s first installment is due at the office of Lake County Treasurer Holly Kim by June 5; the second on Sept. 5.
Lake County sees increases in suicides and overdoses, especially involving fentanyl; ‘There is still much work to be done’
The increase in Lake County overdoes is not just a local issue, but a nationwide problem, Deputy Chief Steve Newton said. In 2023, the national overdose death rate topped 112,000 for the first time, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Stevenson freshman shortstop Jasmine Lucero is already a ‘rock star.’ The hits keep coming.
Lucero, an outstanding shortstop, is batting .521 with 18 extra-base hits.
Bobby Narang’s softball rankings and player of the week for Lake County
Taylor Higham gives Libertyville a lift.
Rue21 clothing chain to close all Chicago-area stores in wake of bankruptcy filing
According to court documents, the 44-year-old brand tried to find a buyer but ultimately decided to liquidate its assets instead.
Lake Zurich woman reports losing $1.5M in Chinese government investigation scam
The caller continuously told the woman to wire money to various accounts in order to avoid prosecution.