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The Mundelein Police Department has received a 2024 Sustained Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) Grant. This grant will enhance the department's traffic safety enforcement, focusing on high-visibility enforcement and crash reduction strategies. Commander Tom Poyner expressed satisfaction with the grant, stating it aligns with the department's mission to improve road safety through proactive patrols and strict traffic law enforcement.

(Lake Forest, IL) Two people were taken into custody after a crash in Lake Forest that turned into a drug arrest. The incident took place on Tuesday when a vehicle crashed along Route 41 at Westleigh Road. Two people fled from the vehicle but were caught a short time later. Drugs were found in the vehicle, and a K9 search turned up more narcotics, along with about 10-thousand-dollars in cash. 32-year-old Marco Barete of Skokie was charged with varying drug and traffic related charges. 23-year-old Lizbeth Flores of Highwood faces a trio of drug charges.

(Old Mill Creek, IL) It’s been just over a week since a murder victim was found on the side of the road in Lake County, and there are still more questions than answers. The body of Megan Lewis was discovered around last week Wednesday on the side of Hunt Club Road just south of Route 173. Sheriff’s officials say the 39-year-old Chicago woman was found partially covered by a garbage bag. Authorities also believe Lewis had been dumped on the side of the road several hours before being discovered. No arrests have been announced, and no possible motive has been released…the investigation into the matter is ongoing.

In this article, we're exploring three exquisite Italian restaurants in Mundelein. Have you had the opportunity to dine at any of these establishments yet? If you have, we'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments section below!

Choosing a school district can have a huge impact on your student’s academic journey. Some districts in Lake County have better scores than others. Niche, a data-analyzing website focused on schools, has graded some of the best school districts in Lake County. The results stem from multiple ranking factors including teacher quality, state test scores, graduation rates and more. Notably, SAT/ACT scores have been removed from its ranking factors to “reflect a general de-emphasis on test scores in the college admissions process,” Niche says. Read more on how this ranking was calculated.

Discover the chilling story of an Algonquin resident, sentenced to 55 years in prison for a double murder. Aaron Fox, off medication at the time, admitted to the 2020 stabbing deaths of a couple, in a plea agreement reached last October.

LAKE COUNTY, Ill. - A dozen men have been charged with soliciting sex after a human trafficking bust in Lake County. The Lake County Sheriff’s Office Special Investigations Group (SIG) arrested 12 men in a recent operation to suppress human trafficking. SIG targeted customers of prostitutes online using classified...

On December 6, 2023, two McHenry residents, Jimmy Diaz, 59, and Rene R. Barrera Junior, 37, were arrested on drug and weapons charges. The arrests were made by the McHenry County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Task Force, SWAT Team, Crystal Lake Police Department, and McHenry Police Department, following a search warrant execution at their residence.

DES PLAINES, Ill. (TCD) -- A woman was sent to the hospital after a man she met on a dating app allegedly ran her over with his car because they got into an argument. According to a crime report by the Des Plaines Police Department, on Tuesday, Dec. 5, at 4:28 a.m., a patrolling officer heard a scream from a woman who was found knocking on a store's front door. The officer made contact with the woman, who said she had been struck by a car. The police report noted the woman's "clothes were wet and disheveled, showing signs of an incident occurring."

CHICAGO (CBS) -- A Lake County man is accused of bilking a woman out of money for home repairs, but he never did the work.The victim said she hired Arturo Hernandez-Uribe to install new windows, a septic tank, and a garage door - among other repair projects.It was supposed to be done two years ago. In all, she paid him $147,000.Investigators said bank records show he deposited the money but none of the repairs were made.

I have heard people talk about this next location stating that it is the best burger in the suburbs. I was lucky enough to come on a fairly decent day when the weather was still somewhat warm.

In recreational marijuana news, the world's largest dispensary is finally bringing its weed talents to Illinois. The Legal Recreational Marijuana Business Is Growing In Illinois. It's kind of strange to look back at the time when cannabis was made legal in Illinois. Doesn't it seem so long ago now? The...

HIGHLAND PARK, Ill. — Life is now drastically different for Cooper Roberts and his family, but his mom said Cooper is happy and making positive strides, while learning to reflect on his situation differently than he has before. “He’s the ball of sunshine, funny, caring kids and that’s still the same. That hasn’t changed,” said […]

Family said their relative, Jack Murray, had long history of mental health problems and police well aware of that fact. The family of Jack Murray, a 24-year-old man shot and killed by Elk Grove Village police, is demanding answers and transparency in the wake of the tragic incident. Murray, who had a history of mental health issues and was a type 1 diabetic, was confronted by officers while wielding a knife.

Have you been contemplating pet adoption, or simply love perusing adorable pets? A myriad of delightful pets are available for adoption at various animal shelters in the vicinity of mchenry..

Thursday is the first night of Hanukkah 2023, and is being marked by celebrations across the Chicago area.

As hundreds of thousands of pilgrims ready themselves for a trek by foot, horseback or car to a sanctified shrine next week, the memory of the arson that occurred at the Des Plaines site remains.

The investigation into the deaths of Alberto Rolon, Zoraida Bartolomei, and their two children on Concord's 500 Block is progressing. The inquiry has uncovered that Bartolomei was involved with the suspect, Nathaniel Huey Jr. This was known to both Rolon and Huey Jr.'s girlfriend, Ermalinda Palomo.

In this article, we will be exploring three fantastic Indian restaurants located in Buffalo Grove. Have you had the pleasure of dining at any of these establishments yet? If you have, we would love to hear your thoughts! Please feel free to leave your comments below: