A coalition of more than 175 leaders gathered last month at the Lake County Regional Office of Education in Lake Forest to unveil a comprehensive Call to Action designed to address the county’s shortage of more than 16,000 homes.

The Lake County Health Department is warning residents about a scam targeting pet owners searching for lost animals.

Charges are pending against three juveniles in connection with a stolen vehicle, police say.

Woodland Community Consolidated School District 50 is accepting letters of interest and applications to fill a vacancy on the school board resulting from the resignation of Brianna Powvens.

The Lake County Forest Preserves’ Board of Commissioners on Feb, 11 approved the purchase of about 29.4 acres to expand Lakewood Forest Preserve in Wauconda.

The Ten Hotel will host its inaugural Bridal Expo on March 8 at 6161 W. Grand Ave., Gurnee.

The Lake County Retired Teachers Association will meet at noon Tuesday, March 10, at Lambs Farm Magnolia Cafe and Bakery in Libertyville

The Midwest Creation Fellowship presents John Dingess on March 9.

The Vintage Shop Hop, featuring vintage, thrift and antique stores across northern Illinois and Wisconsin, is March 6 and 7.