$135.2 Million in ARPA Funds Has Been Allocated

Lake County has allocated all of $135.2 million in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds it received from the federal government. The projects funded demonstrate the Lake County Board's commitment to address immediate pandemic response needs and pursuing ...

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Groundbreaking Kicks Off Haryan Farm Stormwater Project

The completed project will directly improve drainage for 84 homes and alleviate standing flood water on several roads, including Washington and Lake Streets.

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2023, the beginning of the QUAD!

Exemption Updates

As of tax year 2023 (payable in 2024) the below exemptions will be updated as follows:

• General Homestead Exemption will increase from $6000 to $8000. 
• Senior Homestead Exemption will increase from $5000 to $8000. 
• Standard Homestead Exempti...

Voter Information Guide

Guides were delivered in your local paper on October 18. Printed copies are available at your library, park district, municipal office, or township center.

Leaders Spotlight Plan to Address $730 Million Transit Funding Crisis

Lake County joined leaders from across the region to spotlight proposed solutions to northeastern Illinois’ transit funding crisis. The recommendations are part of the recently completed Plan of Action for Regional Transit (PART). The PART outli...

Meet the Dogs of Lake County

You may know Dax and Hitch, but what about Simba, Odin or Tera? They provide comfort, help patrol our county to keep us safe, and more. Check this Special Dog Edition of our “Did You Know” series and meet all 12 extraordinary dogs working at Lake County.

Warming Centers Open in Lake County

As temperatures drop, residents who do not have access to heat can utilize a warming center. Use the County's warming center locator to get relief from the extreme temperatures this winter. Note it is recommended to call first before arrival.

New Strategic Plan Adopted

The new strategic plan details six strategic priorities that will help the county further its mission to provide exceptional services and support for people, communities, and the environment.

"Remember and Commit" World AIDS Day Event on December 1st

Each year, on December 1st, we commemorate World AIDS Day. This important awareness day is a time to reflect on and celebrate the global progress in the HIV/AIDS journey, recognize the challenges remaining, and honor the lives lost.

Mosquitoes Test Positive for West Nile Virus in Lake County

Mosquito “pools” (batches of mosquitoes) sampled on June 27, 2023 in Bannockburn, Lake Villa, and Vernon Hills have tested positive for West Nile virus (WNV). These mosquito pools are the first confirmed indicators of WNV presence in Lake County in 2023.

Health Department Urges Lake County Residents to Swim Safely

Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of the summer. If you are swimming at your local pool or enjoying time at your favorite beach, it is important to protect yourself from illness, prevent the spread of gems, and practice safe swimming.

Health Department Hosts Hepatitis Testing Event in Waukegan

For National Hepatitis Testing Day, the Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center and its partners will host a free community event to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and promote the prevention, care, and treatment of hepatitis

Interested in a scholarship for training or paid work experience?

Are you unemployed or underemployed? You may qualify for free training or a paid work experience under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA).  Log into the Virtual Information Session, watch a short video clip, and apply for funding...

Fall Newsletter: New Public Works Director, Ordinance Saves Millions, and More

Find out the latest news from Public Works

Sheriff’s Special Investigations Group Arrest 12 Men in Human Trafficking Suppression Operation

The Lake County Sheriff’s Office Special Investigations Group (SIG), a High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) funded task force, arrested 12 men in a recent human trafficking suppression operation.

SIG conducted an operation specifically ta...

Man Charged with DUI After Crashing into Building

Lake County Sheriff’s Deputies arrested a man for driving under the influence of alcohol, after he crashed into a building overnight.  

On December 3, 2023, at approximately 3:00 a.m., Lake County Sheriff’s Deputies responded t...

Sheriff’s Office Investigating Homicide

Sheriff’s Detectives are investigating a death, where a woman was left on the side of a roadway in Old Mill Creek.

On November 29, 2023, at approximately 7:00 a.m., Lake County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to Hunt Club Road south of Rou...

Serious Unincorporated Round Lake Traffic Crash

Sheriff’s Traffic Crash Investigators continue investigating an early morning traffic crash that occurred in unincorporated Round Lake.

On November 20, 2023, at approximately 6:30 a.m., Lake County Sheriff’s Deputies responded to Fairfi...

Thanksgiving Traffic Safety Campaign

This Thanksgiving, the Lake County Sheriff’s Office is joining the Illinois State Police and local law enforcement to ensure holiday travelers are buckled up and driving sober with a “Click It or Ticket” and “Drive ...

Sheriff’s Deputies Apprehend Carjacker

Lake County Sheriff’s Deputies captured and arrested a man following a carjacking that occurred in Long Grove.

On November 18, 2023, at approximately 11:30 a.m. a 58-year-old woman of Long Grove was pumping gas at a gas station in the 200 block o...

Fatal Newport Township Traffic Crash

Lake County Sheriff’s Traffic Crash Investigators continue investigating a morning fatal traffic crash in Newport Township, near Zion.

On November 17, 2023, at approximately 8:45 a.m., Lake County Sheriff’s Deputies were dispatched to R...

SMC Regulatory Division Update

Please refer to the updated Community Status list for SMC’s assigned permit engineer, wetland specialist and inspector for project submittals and coordination. We have also updated the Contact List for Communities that identifies the EO and CWS ...

North Avenue to Close for Railroad Crossing Improvements

The railroad crossing on North Avenue in Antioch will be closed at 7 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 23 for necessary crossing improvements. The project will improve the roadway's ride quality, drainage system, and sidewalk.