Melinda is Save-A-Pet's pet of the week for April 16, 2026.

The University of Illinois Extension in Lake County will host “The Eight Dimensions of Wellness for Early Childcare Providers” from 6 to 7:30 p.m. April 28., providing 1.5 hours of Gateways credit to Illinois early childhood professionals.

To help both local governments and residents better understand these challenges and prepare for the future, the University of Illinois Extension in Lake County will host a one-day climate resilience event on April 21.

Albert is Save-A-Pet's pet of the week for April 9, 2026

Metra will be undertaking a wide scope of projects this year, including improvements to 20 stations, replacement of 22 grade crossings, and three major tie replacement projects.

Mat is Save-A-Pet's pet of the week for April 2, 2026.

The Kick Family of Grayslake will be the topic of the Grayslake Historical Society’s monthly meeting at 7 p.m. April 8 in the community room of the Heritage Center, 164 Hawley St., Grayslake.

Michelle Rohrer-Lauer, founder of Michelle's Interiors in Grayslake, accepted a prestigious “Enterprising Women of the Year” award in New Orleans during Enterprising Women magazine’s annual awards celebration and conference at the Hyatt Regency March 8 to 10.

Earlier this month, state Rep. Laura Faver Dias, D-Grayslake, hosted an event with House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch, D-Hillside, at Carillon North, a senior living community, to share legislative updates focused on older adults.

The Fox Lake Police Department has announced the addition of K9 Officer Yogi to its ranks.

Dolores is Save-A-Pet's pet of the week for March 19, 2026.

On Friday, March 6, a jury convicted Jesus Vargas, 33, of first-degree murder in connection to a 2022 stabbing of a Grayslake man.

University of Illinois Extension in Lake County will host a hands-on professional development session, “Find Food. Share Support” on March 25 from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at the Extension Auditorium, located at 100 S US Highway 45, Grayslake.

Raina is Save-A-Pet's pet of the week for March 12, 2026.

Join the University Center of Lake County for an evening of creativity and community at its third annual Art & Wine Scholarship Fundraiser.

i3 Broadband, a Midwest-based fiber-optic internet provider, announced that it has secured right-of-way approvals to deploy its 100 percent fiber-to-the-home network in the Lake County Illinois communities of Antioch, Grayslake and Winthrop Harbor.

The University of Illinois Extension in Lake County will host an introduction to the School and Community Gardens Asynchronous Course Offering from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. March 16 in Grayslake with additional resources to use to apply for grants.

Trixie is Save-A-Pet's pet of the week for March 5, 2026.

The Vintage Shop Hop, featuring vintage, thrift and antique stores across northern Illinois and Wisconsin, is March 6 and 7.

Snow is Save-A-Pet's pet of the week for Feb. 26, 2026.

Reba McEntail is Save-A-Pet's pet of the week for Feb. 19, 2026.

Grayslake souvenirs from private collections will be on display for four hours, noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 14, in the Grayslake Heritage Center and Museum, 164 Hawley St., Grayslake.

A 19-year-old man who died in a Grayslake traffic crash last week has been identified as a Lake Villa resident, authorities said.

Pisces is Save-A-Pet's pet of the week for Feb. 5, 2026.

Randell is Save-A-Pet's pet of the week for Jan. 29, 2026.

Nebu Kolenchery, chief revenue officer of Flourish and Thrive Labs in Grayslake, has been named one of 60 scholars who will form the Presidential Leadership Scholars’ 11th annual class.

The College of Lake County’s James Lumber Center for the Performing Arts will present “1619: The Journey of a People: A New Musical” on Jan. 23.

Kitney Houston is Save-A-Pet's pet of the week for Jan. 22, 2026.

College of Lake County has received a transformational $6.065 million gift from Schreiber Philanthropy.

Natalia is Save-A-Pet's pet of the week for Jan. 15, 2026.

Dagny is Save-A-Pet's pet of the week for Jan. 8, 2026.

Pete is Save-A-Pet's pet of the week for Jan. 1, 2026.

The Illinois Community College Board recently announced $9.3 million in Innovative Bridge and Transition Grants to support initiatives that help Illinois residents transition more effectively into postsecondary education, job training, and high-demand careers.

Mothers Trust Foundation of Lake Forest will host prom dress distribution activities on March 5, 6 and 7 at the University Center of Lake County, with continuing educational opportunities, career counseling and financial aid info provided by the College of Lake County.

Callista is Save-A-Pet's pet of the week for Dec. 25, 2025.

Indiana Bones is Save-A-Pet's pet of the week for Dec. 18, 2025.

The Lake County Division of Transportation has reopened the intersection of Winchester Road and IL Rout 83 following months of construction on a safety-focused improvement project.

Ashley Bonnes of Grayslake writes a letter to the editor.

Antioch Traveling Closet will host a clothing and toiletry giveaway from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Dec. 22.

Bonnie Horton is Save-A-Pet's pet of the week for Dec. 10, 2025.

The Grayslake Historical Society will host a vintage Holiday Open House from 1 to 3 p.m. Dec. 14 in the community room of the Grayslake Heritage Center and Museum, 164 Hawley St., Grayslake.

From Capitol News Illinois: More than 700 Illinois schools are within a quarter-mile of crop fields, yet state law doesn’t require pesticide applicators to notify them before spraying.

The Job Center of Lake County will have a table at the Internship & Career Expo from 4 to 6 p.m. Dec. 11 at the University Center of Lake County.

Bree is Save-A-Pet's pet of the week for Dec. 4, 2025.

Shadow Paws is Save-A-Pet's pet of the week for Nov. 27, 2025.

This GivingTuesday, Dec. 2, Save-A-Pet is calling on animal lovers everywhere to make a difference in the lives of homeless cats and dogs by donating in support of its true no-kill mission.

State Rep. Laura Faver Dias, D-Grayslake, is working with state Sen. Mary Edly-Allen, D-Grayslake, to host a community toy drive intended to bring joy to children who may have been overlooked, particularly over the past year.

Leonardo is Save-A-Pet's pet of the week for Nov. 20, 2025.

Colleges up for the award include: Illinois Valley Community College, Kishwaukee College, McHenry County College, Sauk Valley Community College and more

Sneezy is Save-A-Pet's pet of the week for Nov. 13, 2025.