Mick Zawislak

The sickening thumps of birds hitting glass have dropped dramatically in recent weeks as part of a pilot program rolls out as both a plus for the environment and those who work at Lake County's Central Permit Facility.

We can get along, it just takes common sense and respect. No, we're not talking about politics — although that's good advice for that, too — but coyotes, which are more visible this time of year.

A new residential element is being proposed as part of the ongoing transformation of the Hawthorn mall property in Vernon Hills.

Several incumbent Lake County mayors are seeking reelection and some will face challengers who submitted paperwork Tuesday, the first day to file nominating petitions for local offices in the April 1 consolidated election.

As you would expect after a lifetime in the shoemaking and repair business, Johnny Bafaloukos has plenty to share about his trade, including a backstory that's hard to picture given his kindly manner....

PAWS Chicago, known for its commitment to a no-kill policy for homeless dogs and cats, wants to open its first suburban location on a former horse farm in Hawthorn Woods. A handful of homeowners livin...

A revised plan to replace the former Jameson’s Charhouse in Vernon Hills with fast food outlet Raising Cane’s includes measures to reduce traffic concerns. Representatives for Raising Cane’s in ...

Voters still may be recovering from election exhaustion but the next round is on the horizon with local races in the spotlight. The last day for candidates to file for municipal and other offices has ...

The location of a proposed BrightPath Kids day care learning center near downtown Lake Zurich would be unsuitable due to potential traffic and safety issues but there may be a place for the facility e...

One could say Vernon Hills' first police comfort dog, Billie, got too comfortable with the police station as her home to fulfill her duties.