A rare, eight-sided barn – from a McHenry County farm where agricultural history was made – has been rebuilt and restored at Richardson Adventure Farm near Spring Grove to become an events venue.

Since the Iran war began on Feb. 28, gas prices have risen by well over $1 nationwide, and in March, they jumped up by nearly 21% compared to the previous month, the Associated Press reported. Just this past week, prices rose an average of 56 cents per gallon in Illinois.

Rose is Save-A-Pet's pet of the week for April 30, 2026.

The Village of Antioch Parks and Recreation Department has opened registration for its new Village of Antioch NFL FLAG Football League, a youth program for students in third through eighth grade.

K9 Zack, Lake County Sheriff’s Office explosive/firearm detection K9, will receive a bullet and stab protective vest thanks to a charitable donation from nonprofit organization Vested Interest in K9s Inc.

Concerts in the Plaza is back at Independence Grove Forest Preserve in Libertyville, where summer nights come with live music and lake views.

Lake County is expanding its commitment to sustainability with a new Sustainable Model Ordinance Engagement Program, designed to support municipalities, townships, park districts and other local government partners.

Viking Park will host Bonfire and Brews: Food Truck Frenzy from 6 to 10 p.m. May 2.

The 14th annual GLMV Extreme Block Party Spring Family Expo and Taste of the Towns will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. May 2 at the Doubletree Hotel, 510 Route 83 in Mundelein.