Highway construction will be halted for drivers traveling over the Labor Day weekend, but officials are warning that police will be out in force to … Read more ›
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News
Midday news roundup: Drug investigation nets 3 arrests and more
TribLocal’s midday roundup brings you TribLocal stories that folks are reading and talking about each day. Read on for a glimpse at what’s popular today … Read more ›
Entertainment
New rollercoaster for Six Flags in 2012
Six Flags Great America will open a new rollercoaster for its 2012 season, park officials said this morning. The new wing-style rollercoaster, X-Flight, will feature … Read more ›
Election
Grayslake Democrat entering state senate primary
The Daily Herald reports: Lake County Board member Melinda Bush of Grayslake plans to seek statewide office in the spring primary. Bush announced Wednesday she’ll … Read more ›
Arts, Children and family, Entertainment
Top 10 things to do this weekend
If you’re looking to fill your last weekend of summer with fun events in the suburbs, read on for the editors’ tops picks for this … Read more ›
Crime
Man Exposes Himself Near High School
Grayslake Patch reports: A man exposed himself near Grayslake North High School today Wednesday Aug. 31, according to school officials. Scott Fech, GNHS principal, said … Read more ›
News
Midday News Roundup Aug. 31: Out-of-date flag goes unnoticed, dead fish surface in suburban lake
TribLocal’s midday roundup brings you TribLocal stories that folks are reading and talking about each day. Read on for a glimpse at what’s popular today … Read more ›
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From the community
Wings Over Waukegan
Come see Wings Over Waukegan- Waukegan Air Show on Saturday, Sept.10, 2011. Over 20,000 spectators are expected to enjoy high flying acts from military planes, … Read more ›
News
Leaving ComEd: Towns across Illinois are leaving ComEd
Christmas is coming early for the small Illinois town of Fulton. Only they aren’t opening presents; they’re opening lower electric bills. Thanks to a new … Read more ›
Election, Government
Grayslake politicians running for new county board seat
The Daily Herald reports: Two Grayslake politicians say they plan to be in primaries for a newly created Lake County Board District 6 seat. Veteran … Read more ›