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Lake County News-Sun

Wednesday, August 26, 2026

Nine referendums to appear on Lake County ballots: ‘Every race on the ballot matters’

Lake County Clerk Anthony Vega said it is important for voters to cast ballots for every office and proposition on the ballot.

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Waukegan middle school dedicates students’ kitchen: ‘Students are learning very important life lessons here’

Kaitlin’s Kitchen is the latest addition to the botany and culinary arts program at John Lewis Middle School, where students can take cooking to a more extensive level.

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North Chicago replacing lead pipes: ‘People … will be able to feel better about the water’

While North Chicago is at the start of its lead pipe replacement program, Waukegan began its effort three years ago.

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Thousands attend Zion Potawatomi Trails Pow Wow: ‘A healing experience’

An estimated 4,600 people cycled through the three-day event to hear stories, take part in tribal dances, taste indigenous foods, and become immersed in a culture native to the land.

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Highland Park Vintage Car Show features more than 200 vehicles: ‘This … brings together collectors and enthusiasts’

“The Vintage Car Show brings together Highland Park neighbors and welcomes visitors to the heart of our community,” Mayor Nancy Rotering said.

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Mundelein mayor looking for applicants to fill trustee vacancy: ‘Someone who can do the homework’

Mundelein has put out a call for applicants to fill the seat of Trustee Jennifer Grieco, who resigned last week with plans to move out of the village, Mayor Robin Meier said.

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Illinois leaders anxious about Supreme Court ruling allowing Trump to push mail-in voting restrictions

Illinois’ Democratic leaders expressed trepidation after the U.S. Supreme Court allowed the Trump administration to proceed with plans that could severely limit mail-in voting.

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Chicagoland high school football rankings: Get Mike McGraw’s Top 25 for Week 2

Lincoln-Way East leaps to No. 1 following a season-opening win over Brother Rice and Mount Carmel’s loss to East St. Louis.

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