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Ravinia Tickets Go on Sale Thursday
Tickets will go on sale Thursday for all shows at Ravinia in Highland Park this summer. From classical to pop to '90s rock, this season is overflowing with the acts you expected to see again at Ravinia...
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April 2013, the Rainiest in 143 Years
Tuesday night’s rainfall resulted in this April being the wettest in Chicagoland history. The National Weather Service recorded .70 inches of rain at O’Hare which brings the total for April to 8.54...
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Resident to Climb Mt. Kilimanjaro for Juvenile Diabetes
Inspired by his niece who has juvenile diabetes, Andrew Krupp, of Highland Park, will climb to the summit of Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania in November to raise money and awareness for the Juvenile...
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In Between Batches, Baker Boys Dream Bigger
A week before Baker Boys opened in Highland Park, co-owner Jordan Rappaport turned to his business partner, Pete Rauser, and confessed that he had no idea what kind of sweets he'd be making. Years of...
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Gov. Quinn Signs Property Tax Relief Law
Gov. Pat Quinn today signed legislation that will reduce property tax bills for seniors across Illinois. Senate Bill 1894 raises the senior homestead exemption from $4,000 to $5,000 – potentially...
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Flooded Properties Eligible for Tax Break
Did your property receive any damage from the recent storms or flooding? You may be eligible for a property tax break. Governor Quinn declared Lake County a disaster area on April 18. This allows...
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3 Fun Ideas for a Mom's Night Out
It has been a long winter and for many Moms now that their kids' Spring sports season is starting, their free time is quickly disappearing. So, don't wait for Mother's Day for your day of rest. I say...
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Lake Cook Merchants Claim Business Slows
Lake Cook Road construction between Ellendale and Deerlake Roads has been underway 11 days and already some merchants are talking about a business slowdown while the Village does what it can to soften...
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70 MPH Speed Limit in Illinois: What Do You Think?
If driving 65 mph on Illinois’ highways just isn’t fast enough for you, don’t worry. The maximum speed limit in the state may soon be increased. State Sen. Jim Oberweis (R-Sugar Grove) is sponsoring a...
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Walk, Run, Bike it in Highland Park
We think (hope) the weather will be on the upside soon so we can get out of the house! The website MapMyRide is a great tool for scouting out your new favorite route through Highland Park whether...
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Lend Highland Park Your Helping Hand
If you're looking for a way to make a difference in your schools and community, check out the Volunteer Pool of Highland Park, which matches residents with service opportunities. With this week being...
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Lake County Man Tries to Abduct Four Girls
A Lake Villa man is in jail on $1 million bond after he was arrested Wednesday by the Lake County Sheriff's Department for attempting to abduct four little girls in Beach Park. Henry Wright, 29, of the...
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City Announces Summer Concert Series Line Up
The information below comes from the City of Highland Park. The City of Highland Park is pleased to announce the line-up for Highland Park’s Summer Concert Series on Thursday nights in Port Clinton...
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Lake County Air Quality Gets Failing Grade
Something in the Air This week, the American Lung Association released its 2013 "State of the Air" report card and Lake County received an "F." Cook County also received an "F" but the other Chicago...
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Raging Kitchen Food Truck Rolls through Lake County
At last, a welcome addition to Lake County roads—the Raging Kitchen food truck, and it may be coming to a curb near you! Unleashed last fall, Raging Kitchen is a restaurant on wheels offering private...
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Where Does Your Job Rank in the Best and Worst Jobs of 2013?
What’s the best job in the United States in 2013? Actuaries, according to a survey by CareerCast.com, followed by biomedical engineer and software engineer, Wall Street Journal reported. Where does...
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Local Movie Times and Where to Watch
If you're looking for a night out this weekend, the movie theater is always a good option. Check out the Moviefone tool above to find local times of showings. Area movie theaters: Highland Park Theatre...
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CLC Presents 'Fear No Art' this Weekend
Fear No Art For 15 years, the College of Lake County’s"Fear No Art" production has showcased a variety of arts, including dance, music and visual art, by CLC students and faculty and community members....
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Regional Police Report: Kayaker Saved From Swollen River and More
Des Plaines Man Rescued from Des Plaines River After Kayak Capsizes Des Plaines firefighters rescued a man from the Des Plaines River after the kayak he was paddling capsized on Friday, according to a...
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