Prosecutors say a Waukegan man nearly crashed into a natural gas line before forcing his way into an occupied home in Waukegan, which was witnessed by officers who had to physically stop him. Isrrael Flores, 19, of Waukegan, was charged with aggravated assault of a peace officer, criminal trespass to residence, driving under the influence, […]
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Health department issues warning after seeing 100% increase in overdose deaths in McHenry County
The health department has issued a warning to the public after a 100% increase in suspected overdose deaths was seen in McHenry County over the last month. The McHenry County Department of Health (MCDH) said Monday there has been an increase in deaths, suspected from overdoses, in the county during the month of October. The […]
Homeowner arrested after police seize 6 guns, more than 140 cannabis plants in Lakemoor
A 57-year-old man was arrested after police say they seized six guns and over 140 cannabis plants, along with a pound of marijuana, during a search warrant in Lakemoor. The Lakemoor Police Department and Lake County Metropolitan Enforcement Group executed a search warrant on Friday in the 600 block of West Sheridan Road in Lakemoor. The […]
‘Please take notice’: Sheriff warns of new, reduced speed limits in McHenry County
The sheriff’s office is warning drivers to be on alert after new reduced speed limits recently went into effect in several areas of McHenry County. The McHenry County Sheriff’s Office said Friday that new lower speed limits have gone into effect. The speed zones were updated to reflect trends in speeds, crashes and citizen feedback. […]
Judge releases 19-year-old after parents find him in possession of loaded AR-15 rifle in Round Lake Beach
A judge released a 19-year-old man from custody after prosecutors say his parents found him in possession of a loaded AR-15 rifle in Round Lake Beach. Domingo Rios-Ayala, 19, of Round Lake Beach, was charged with possession of a firearm without a Firearm Owner’s Identification card and unlawful possession of a firearm. The Round Lake […]
Billy Corgan’s restaurant and cafe in downtown Highland Park reopens after car crashes into building
Musician Billy Corgan’s restaurant in downtown Highland Park has reopened after a car drove into the building, sending his mother-in-law and a second person to the hospital. The Highland Park Fire Department and Highland Park Police Department responded around 11:41 a.m. Wednesday to Madame ZuZu’s Emporium, 1876 First Street, for a report of a vehicle […]
Multiple Lake County fire departments launch program aimed to reduce overuse of 911 services
Multiple fire departments in Lake County have launched a program aimed at reducing 911 calls from people who routinely call for an ambulance in non-emergency situations. The Wauconda Fire District created a Mobile Integrated Healthcare (MIH) program in August in conjunction with the Round Lake, Antioch, Countryside, and Libertyville fire departments. Wauconda Fire District Lt. […]
Village officials say progress happening but more time needed to bring pedestrian railroad gates to Barrington
Barrington officials said they continue to climb through necessary red tape to obtain permits needed to install pedestrian gates at Union Pacific railroad crossings at Hough Street, Main Street, and Hillside Avenue in downtown Barrington. However, officials said the process of obtaining the safety gates designed to protect pedestrians from walking in front of an […]
Woman injured, residents displaced when fire causes $100,000 in damage to Zion house
A woman was transported to the hospital after a fire broke out and caused $100,000 in damage to a house in Zion, leaving the residents displaced. The Zion Fire Rescue Department and Zion Police Department responded around 11 a.m. Tuesday morning to the 2200 block of Gideon Avenue in Zion for a report of a […]