"Exes of Christmas Past" was filmed mostly in Woodstock, with some scenes shot in Lake County. The film is making its streaming debut.

Pace’s 2026 budget is supported by $18.9 million in new funding from state legislation and includes significant service and program investments without increasing fares

This year's Jeeps on the Run Toys for Tots Run on Sunday, Dec. 7, will be the 13th annual.

Lake Consolidated Emergency Communications (LakeComm) is officially operational at the Regional Operations and Communications Facility in Libertyville, after the successful completion of a two-week consolidation of 911 and public safety communications services.

Applications are now being accepted for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP); all income-eligible households are encouraged to apply.

The 19th Judicial Circuit recently gathered clients, participants, current and retired judges, original team members, graduates, justice partners, Lake County elected officials, and Drug Court Team members to celebrate 20 years of growth and success in the Lake County Drug Court

SWALCO is partnering with the Village of Wauconda for a Shoes, Shred, and Seeds event on Nov. 15.

Midwest Veterans Closet will host a Turkey Giveaway for veterans on Nov. 21.

 Metra will be operating its popular Holiday Trains – specially decorated trains filled with holiday characters – on five rail lines this December.

Elgin police Sgt. Richard Free IV, who died Nov. 2, will be laid to rest Friday in Lake County.

Already crowded races for a pair of largely suburban Congressional seats got even more packed, and four representatives find themselves facing challenges within their own party, as candidate filing for the 2026 primary election wrapped up Monday.

Associate Judge George D. Strickland marked a significant milestone Oct. 31 as he retired from the 19th Judicial Circuit after over 19 years of dedicated service to the people of Lake County.

The Lake County Clerk’s Office would like to notify all aspiring young artists that the “I Voted” sticker design contest has been extended.

Building upon the smart infrastructure investments supported by state Sen. Mary Edly-Allen, the Illinois Department of Transportation announced an investment of $6.27 million in road and bridge improvement projects coming to the area.

Kane, DuPage and McHenry county mayors “remain very concerned that not having equity in voting on the new NITA board will set them up to be absolutely steamrolled,” state Sen. Don DeWitte said.

An Elk Grove Village man has been identified as the motorist who was killed when his vehicle was struck by a train in Hainesville, authorities said.

From Capitol News Illinois: The plan calls for raising the existing Regional Transportation Authority sales tax by 0.25 percentage points, to 1% in Lake, McHenry, Kane, DuPage and Will counties and 1.25% in Cook County

Abbott and its philanthropic foundation, Abbott Fund, are teaming up with Northern Illinois Food Bank to help fight childhood hunger.

Brushwood Center officially launched the public phase of its campaign to raise $10 million to expand its programs and renovate its building.

One Hope United, a nonprofit organization serving children and families across Illinois and Florida, is proud to announce the return of its Holiday Hope Express, a heartwarming gift drive that delivers holiday cheer to more than 10,000 children and families each year.

Aqua America, the company which owns area water supplier Aqua Illinois, has been sold. It supplies water in DeKalb, DuPage, Kane, Kankakee, Lake, McHenry, Ogle, Will counties, among others.

A prominent Democratic candidate for a largely suburban Congressional seat now faces a criminal charge stemming from protests outside the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility in Broadview.

The Cook County Medical Examiner has released the cause of death for a Spring Grove girl who died following dental visit.

A suburban congressional candidate is awaiting trial in a federal fraud case alleging she misused COVID-19 relief funds.

The U.S. House race that’s shaping up to be the most crowded contest on Chicago-area primary ballots next March also could be Illinois’ costliest congressional clash.

With a focus on protecting land and connecting people to nature, the Lake County Forest Preserves’ Board of Commissioners approved its 2026 budget on Oct. 15.

Lake County Chief Judge Daniel B. Shanes has announced that the circuit judges have selected Eric J. Kalata as Lake County’s newest associate judge.

National Lead Poisoning Prevention Week, Oct. 19 to Oct. 25, was established to increase lead poisoning prevention awareness to reduce childhood lead exposure.

A teacher at Lotus Elementary School in Spring Grove entered an educational sweepstakes and learned she won a $25,000 classroom makeover when organizers showed up to surprise her.

Many Illinois communities are adding back a 1% grocery tax that will otherwise expire on Jan. 1. Is your town among them?

An executive order by President Trump bans federal spending for so-called "harm reduction" efforts. Advocates of those who abuse substances say that could lead to more drug-related deaths.

On Oct. 3, the parking lot outside City of Hope was filled with sunshine, cheers, and emotion as 358 cancer survivors marked a powerful milestone

This October, dozens of women across Lake and McHenry counties are coming together with a shared mission: to build safe, affordable homes for local women-led families.

Chief Judge Daniel B. Shanes announced that Lake County’s 19th Judicial Circuit, various partners of the Lake County legal community, and Lake County will once again participate in the Library of Congress’ Veterans History Project.

Hawthorn has announced a diverse calendar of events designed to provide rich, family-friendly experiences throughout the autumn season.

The International Association of Coroners & Medical Examiners has announced that the Lake County Coroner’s Office has received reaccreditation by the association.

Amid a looming shortfall and concerns about layoffs, Metra directors have released a tentative operating budget that includes fare hikes of up to 15%.

The staff at the Fort Sheridan National Cemetery announced those who have been laid to rest at the Fort Sheridan National Cemetery.

The Lake County Division of Transportation is seeking temporary road maintenance workers, often called “snowbirds,” to join its team for the upcoming winter season.

The Circuit Judges of the 19th Judicial Circuit have selected two finalists to fill the current associate judge vacancy.

Think pink and ready those vocal cords: Oct. 10-11 at the McHenry Outdoor Theater will be all about making some joyful noise on behalf of breast cancer awareness.

The man whose remains were recovered from the Chain O' Lakes following a boating accident has been identified by the Lake County Coroner's Office.

A man who went missing after a boating accident in Fox Lake was recovered Tuesday, officials said.

Divers from the Antioch Fire Protection District and a sonar team from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources continue searching Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2025, on Fox Lake near Antioch for a man thrown from a boat he was test-driving Monday night.

Jet Cars - watercraft made to look like high-end luxury cars - have debuted on the Chain O' Lakes.

‘Planes & Puppies Young Eagles Rally’ brings animals and flying lovers together for plane rides and pet adoptions Saturday at Galt Airport near Wonder Lake.

Visit Lake County gathered tourism and community partners at its recent annual luncheon, celebrating another year of growth and showcasing marketing and sales initiatives, the bureau’s three-year strategy and vision shaping the region’s visitor economy.

Authorities said two men are suspected in a ring of thefts from Walgreens stores in Will, Kane, McHenry, Lake and Boone counties. They were allegedly found with more than $13,000 in Walgreens' product.

A McHenry man who was sentenced to 24 months of probation in January for choking a woman has been sent to prison for battering the same victim. He also has a pending case in Lake County.

Locally rooted multidisciplinary fine artist Michael Litewski has achieved a new milestone.