Democratic Gov. Pat Quinn will deliver a bad-news budget today, suggesting that Illinois close numerous prisons, mental health centers and social service offices, cut health … Read more ›
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Business
Chicago area home sales up, prices down in Jan.
More homes were sold in the Chicago area last month than in any January since 2007, but prices continued to slide and additional declines are … Read more ›
News
Lake Bluff residents opine on beach in droves
The Lake Forester reports: Results of the resident survey on Lake Bluff’s beach were made public last week with few surprises on the comments overall … Read more ›
Children and family
From the community
Is It ADHD or Immaturity? Recent Research Says The Answer Isn’t Always Clear
Truly in the many years I have been talking to parents, I can honestly say that there is no topic that brings such passion as … Read more ›
Nature
Lake Bluff residents opine on beach in droves
The Lake Forester reports: Results of the resident survey on Lake Bluff’s beach were made public last week with few surprises on the comments overall … Read more ›
Government
Congressmen say mass transit will take hit under GOP bill
Illinois congressmen warned today that a major transportation bill being debated in Washington could cut into long-term funding for transportation projects in the Chicago area, … Read more ›
Crime, News
Owner of day care center where boy killed seeks bench trial
The owner of a Lincolnshire day care center where a boy was murdered appeared in court Tuesday on charges that she obstructed the homicide investigation. … Read more ›
Home and garden
From the community
Chicago Flower & Garden Show Welcomes Group Tours
Chicago Flower & Garden Show Welcomes Group ToursMarch 10-18, 2012 ~ Navy Pier CHICAGO (Feb. 20, 2012) – Group tours are a great way to … Read more ›
Government
From the community
Voter Information Guide Available
Lake County voters who visit LakeCountyClerk.info can view the Voter Information Guide for March 20, 2012 General Primary Election. A printed version of the guide … Read more ›
Children and family
From the community
Small School Big Fun
When you hear “Family Fun Day” for a school whose current enrollment is 50, you probably think, small, boring, only for current students. In the … Read more ›
