Gurnee artist among area artists in new exhibit

‘A home for hope’: Obama Presidential Center christened in grand opening ceremony

From Capitol News Illinois: The former president spoke to thousands gathered in Chicago’s Jackson Park to watch onscreen nearby and to hundreds of invited guests on the campus of his new center

Forrestville Valley School District holds end-of-year awards ceremony

The Forrestville Valley School District held its annual awards and recognition ceremony May 26.

Blarney Island celebrates 125 years of ‘Fun in the Sun’

Blarney Island, the legendary restaurant, bar and concert destination located a mile offshore and in the middle of Grass Lake on the famed Chain O’ Lakes, proudly celebrates its 125th anniversary in 2026—marking a legacy officially spanning half the age of the United States.

Forest Preserves team up with brewer for history on tap

For the third consecutive year, the Lake County Forest Preserves has partnered with Harbor Brewing Company in Lake Villa to create a limited-edition beer inspired by early brewing traditions and enhanced by America’s favorite fruit.

Lake County to conduct hearing on data center temporary moratorium

As interest in data center development continues to grow nationwide, the Lake County Board on June 9 adopted a resolution to initiate a public hearing on a proposed temporary moratorium on data centers in unincorporated Lake County.