Latest: Hospital Capacity In Lake Forest-Lake Bluff Area

See how the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Lake County and across IL.

National caddie program makes post-COVID return to Lake Forest

Woodlands Academy is hosting 50 girls from across the country participating in the Western Golf Association’s 2021 Caddie Academy.

Rolling Thunder hosts demonstration parade May 30

Motorcyclists, others encouraged to support POW/MIA remembrance

Raise Your Spirit (and paddle) for District 67 Students

More Than Ever, Students Cherish Their Time In School. Join this virtual event to see how your support enhances their education!

Missing Lake Bluff Man's Abandoned Rental Car Found In Michigan

Russell Ulrey, missing since April 18, previously talked about taking a trip around Lake Superior, police said.

Upcoming Red Cross Blood Drives In Lake Forest-Lake Bluff Area

Donations of all blood types are needed as the pandemic has affected the U.S. blood supply.

Lake County Students Invited To Name New Sheriff's Office Dog

The canine naming contest is open to students in kindergarten through eighth grade. Submissions must begin with the letter 'D.'

On April 6th: `Understanding Social Security'

Via Zoom, Lake Forest Public Library hosts financial planner Jigar Doshi as he gives tips to plan for and navigate the process

Volunteers Help Local Seniors Sign Up For Vaccine Appointments

The "Vaccination Buddies" program in Lake Forest and Lake Bluff aims to help senior citizens navigate the COVID-19 vaccine sign-up process.

Community Confronts Challenges: 2020 Lake Forest Year In Review

Take a look back at 20 of 2020's biggest stories from the Lake Forest-Lake Bluff Patch.

Nonprofit Lines Waukegan Sidewalks With More Than 7,500 Luminaries

More than 200 hundred volunteers from Beacon Place lined the streets of southeast Waukegan with 7,500 luminaries Sunday night.

Free Coffee For Front-Line Workers At Starbucks In Lake Forest

Starbucks will offer free coffee for all front-line workers through the end of 2020.

Mike Nerheim Seeks New Term As Lake County State’s Attorney 2020

Mike Nerheim shares his qualifications for re-election as Lake County State's Attorney in the 2020 elections.

​Paras Parekh Is Running For Lake County Board 2020

​Paras Parekh shares his qualifications for Lake County Board's 12th District in the 2020 election.

Lake Forest Legend: Marion Lambert, The Ghost Of Sheridan Road

After the local teen was fatally poisoned, her older boyfriend was famously acquitted of her murder.

5 Things To Know On World Food Day 2020 In Lake Forest

By the end of 2020, nearly 12 percent of Lake County residents are expected to be considered food insecure.

Bravo Waukegan celebrates anniversary, launches music library

Bravo celebrates its 10th anniversary of supporting the music programs of District 60 schools and launches its free online music resource

Friends Of Lake Forest Library Hope To Resume Book Sales In 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic forced the cancellation of the Friends of the Lake Forest Library's fall book sale for the first time in 45 years.

Lake Forest Heroes: Help Recognize Those Making A Difference

The helpers are the people who make life better. Nominate your Local Heroes to give them the recognition they deserve, presented by Ring.

North Suburban YMCA Strong Kids Fundraiser Goes Virtual

Week-long event includes silent auction, gift baskets, and commemoration of former Y CEO.

Fatal Lake Forest Crash Triggered By 'Medical Event': Coroner

Autopsy results suggest the 78-year-old motorcycle rider had a health emergency right before crashing into a parked truck, the coroner said.

Zion Mayor and City Council approve new Popeye’s

Zion Mayor and City Council also approve other measures to spur economic growth

Lake Forest Enters Phase 4 Of Restore Illinois: Take Our Survey

What do you think about the return of Indoor dining, theaters, museums and more?

Bravo Waukegan Offers Free Virtual Music Instruction to District

114 Campers to Participate in Bravo Buddies Virtual Camp

Preparing for COVID Reentry

Dealing with the Mental Health Fallout

Innkeeper Supports Staff, Community Amid Crisis: Lake Forest Hero

Matt Barba, general manager of Deer Path Inn, helped organize an auction to raise over $50,000 to help shuttered local businesses.

Lake Forest Day 2020 Parade, Carnival Canceled Due To Coronavirus

The community will have a chance to vote on plans for an "alternative, re-imagined" Lake Forest Day event.

North Suburban YMCA Offers New Virtual Programs and Services

Programs and initiatives address help for those who need it most.

Lake Forest Catholic Churches To Reopen Gradually: Archdiocese

Lake Forest's two parishes will begin reopening in phases, Cardinal Blase Cupich announced Thursday.

Classic Car Parade Planned Through Senior Residential Community

A slow-moving parade of dozens of antique automobiles is set to roll through Lake Forest Place so residents can watch from inside.

Lake Forest Heroes: Help Us Recognize Those Making A Difference

We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Let's give them some of the recognition they deserve.

Lake Forest Coronavirus Cases Declining, Mayor Says

"We are running at a rate of less than one new case per day," Mayor George Pandaleon said.

5 Spring Things You Can Still Do In Lake Forest-Lake Bluff

Apparently, spring in Lake Forest-Lake Bluff began March 19. You might as well act like it.

Volunteers To Collect Drive-Thru Donations For Local Food Bank

A no-contact food drive for the Northern Illinois Food Bank is scheduled for Thursday at the Lake County Administrative Building.

Lake County Thanks Healthcare Workers

Sheriff Idleburg, Board Chair Hart, State's Attorney Nerheim, Coroner Cooper, 19th Judicial Circuit, and others honor healthcare workers

North Suburban YMCA Wins 10 North Shore Choice Awards

Winners were selected by voters online and mailed in by readers of the five North Shore 22nd Century newspapers.

Free Speakers Available Virtually

Due to Coronavirus, FreeSpeakers.org is shifting from free live in-person seminars and speaking engagements to virtual offerings.

The LCCF Establishes Permanent Community Crisis Relief Fund

Julian Grace Foundation and Horizon Therapeutics Commit to Support Fund

U.S. Navy Recruit Tests Positive For Coronavirus At Naval Station Great Lakes

U.S. Navy Recruit Training Command said the recruit tested positive March 28 after arriving at the unit the week of March 16.

Freedom Home Care donates to Highland Park Police Department

Highland Park/Lake Forest-based Freedom Home Care & Medical Staffing has been donating to local front line/life essential businesses

Travel Like A Local: Submit Your Town For Our 2018 Travel Guide

Whether you've got the best brewery around or a music festival that rivals Coachella, tell us why your town should be a destination in 2018.