The Chicago Bears will travel to Landover, Maryland, to play the Washington Commanders on Monday Night Football. Here are the top five storylines to watch Monday.

The Chicago Bears gained clarity on both of their offensive tackle positions for Monday’s game against the Washington Commanders. Theo Benedet will start at left tackle while Darnell Wright is expected to return from an injury.

The Indivisible Western Lake County monthly meeting will take place from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Oct. 15.

The Fox Lake Police Department is investigating a shooting that left a Round Lake Heights man with two gunshot wounds.

Lake County Sheriff’s detectives are investigating a fatal drive-by shooting that occurred in Ingleside.

Harvest began on time in mid-September and moisture early in the season helped the earlier planted pumpkins size up with good weight and color.

Amid a looming shortfall and concerns about layoffs, Metra directors have released a tentative operating budget that includes fare hikes of up to 15%.

Chicago Bears coordinators and assistant coaches met with reporters Friday at Halas Hall in Lake Forest as the team continued preparing for its Monday night game against the Washington Commanders. Here are three of the most interesting things the Bears said Friday

The Chicago Bears returned three players to the practice field Friday as they received more good injury news. Starting right tackle Darnell Wright, safety Jaquan Brisker, and rookie running back Kyle Monangai (thigh) all returned to practice

Metra customers are now required to carry their e-bikes and e-scooters on and off the train without the assistance of electric motors.

The injuries to Brisker and Monangai were both new on the Bears' estimated injury report released Thrusday

An Elgin man has been charged after a traffic stop in Fox Lake in which drugs were found in his vehicle, police said.

The Village of Fox Lake Parks & Recreation is proud to announce an exciting new partnership with Libertyville Recreation for the 2025 Pumpkin Jubilee, themed “Halloween Express.”

Gurnee Park District, in proud partnership with the Village of Gurnee, is excited to welcome the community to its third annual Halloween Fall Fest from 1 to 4 p.m. Oct. 11 at Hunt Club Park and inside Hunt Club Park Community Center, 900 Hunt Club Road.

The staff at the Fort Sheridan National Cemetery announced those who have been laid to rest at the Fort Sheridan National Cemetery.

The Lake County Division of Transportation is seeking temporary road maintenance workers, often called “snowbirds,” to join its team for the upcoming winter season.

The Circuit Judges of the 19th Judicial Circuit have selected two finalists to fill the current associate judge vacancy.

The Lake County Retired Teachers Association will meet at noon Oct. 14 at the Dover Straits restaurant, 890 E. US. Highway 45, Mundelein.

The Fox Lake Police Department is celebrating two years with Hank, the certified therapy dog whose presence supports mental health initiatives, community outreach and officer wellness.

The Chicago Bears’ Caleb Williams added a new title on top of being an NFL quarterback. He became the latest investor in the National Women’s Soccer League’s Boston Legacy FC, the club announced Thursday.

A state panel on Monday called for Illinois gas utility provider Nicor to reduce its requested rate hike by nearly $110 million, a number the Citizen’s Utility Board says could be reduced even further.

Chicago Bears cornerback Tyrique Stevenson has become famous for last season's Hail Mary play against the Washington Commanders. But here's how he turned that moment into a life lesson that's helped him this year.

Divers from the Antioch Fire Protection District and a sonar team from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources continue searching Tuesday, Oct. 7, 2025, on Fox Lake near Antioch for a man thrown from a boat he was test-driving Monday night.

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson and some players met with reporters at Halas Hall in Lake Forest on Tuesday as they returned back to work after their bye week. Here are three of the most interesting things they said.

The phishing scheme involves text messages claiming that a tax refund has been processed and asking for banking information under the threat of losing their refund.

A Lake County Sheriff’s deputy was injured in a Saturday afternoon in a traffic crash in Ingleside.

Despite pushback from Illinois’ governor, Texas National Guard troops are mobilizing in the Chicago region, sources said Tuesday.

The Chicago Bears will return to practice at Halas Hall on Tuesday after their Week 5 bye. After a 2-2 start to the season, here are five big questions the Bears will need to answer.

The Chicago Bears get a chance to reevaluate the first four weeks of the Ben Johnson era with a Week 5 bye this weekend. Here's how Shaw Local's Michal Dwojak and Joe Aguilar graded the Bears four games into the season.

The Arboretum of South Barrington is raising the stakes this fall with the spine-chilling debut of Duchess Manor, an all-new haunted house experience that will thrill and terrify guests of all ages.

Visit Lake County gathered tourism and community partners at its recent annual luncheon, celebrating another year of growth and showcasing marketing and sales initiatives, the bureau’s three-year strategy and vision shaping the region’s visitor economy.

The Midwest Creation Fellowship presents Dr. Terry Mortenson from Answers in Genesis on Oct. 6.

Closet Traders Resale, a locally loved consignment and resale boutique, is thrilled to announce its Grand ReOpening Celebration, Trunk Sale, and Merchant Market on Oct. 4 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at their brand-new, expanded location: 31 S. Seymour Ave., Grayslake.

Lake Villa District Library is celebrating Lake County authors at its inaugural Local Author Fair from 1 to 4 p.m. Oct. 1.

The Illinois Farm Bureau said August was the driest for the corn belt since 2013, and the Illinois State Climatologist’s office noted that as of Sept. 11, over 30% of the state was experiencing “abnormal dryness” to moderate drought conditions,

One person was injured after two personal watercraft crashed into each other along the Fox River in Fox River Grove, officials report.

Authorities said two men are suspected in a ring of thefts from Walgreens stores in Will, Kane, McHenry, Lake and Boone counties. They were allegedly found with more than $13,000 in Walgreens' product.

Seiya Suzuki's sixth home run in the past five days ignited a silent Cubs offense, setting the stage for a 3-1 victory over San Diego on Tuesday at Wrigley Field in Game 1 of the National League wild card series.

Several Illinois Target stores will be among those staying open for the midnight release of Taylor Swift’s new album, “The Life of a Showgirl.” How far will you have to travel to get in line?

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams led a game-winning drive against the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday to lead to a 25-24 win. Here's what he did on that drive to secure the win on the road.

Chicago Bears head coach Ben Johnson and some players met with reporters virtually on Monday, a day after their come-from-behind win over the Las Vegas Raiders. Here are three of the most interesting things they said

The Chicago Bears reversed a trend and found a way to beat the Las Vegas Raiders 25-24 on Sunday at Allegiant Stadium. Here are the five big takeaways from a thrilling win on the road.

The Chicago Bears seemed like they were destined to once again lose in agonizing fashion once again Sunday. Instead, they found a way to beat the Las Vegas Raiders, 25-24. Here's how they did it.

A McHenry man who was sentenced to 24 months of probation in January for choking a woman has been sent to prison for battering the same victim. He also has a pending case in Lake County.

Chicago Bears rookie tight end Colston Loveland will miss Sunday's game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium after he was ruled inactive with a hip injury.

The new roundabouts at Darrell Road and Fisher Road and at Darrell Road and Dowell Road are now open.

Lake County Sheriff’s detectives have a 22-year-old Chicago man in connection with extorting and sexually assaulting a Lake County teen.

The Chicago Bears will be without three starters Sunday when they play the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium. Right tackle Darnell Wright, defensive tackle Grady Jarrett and linebacker T.J. Edwards were all ruled out for Sunday's game.

Quarterback Caleb Williams and the Chicago Bears will head back on the road to get back to .500 when they play the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday. Here are the top five storylines to watch.

Former gubernatorial candidate and staunch conservative Darren Bailey launched a repeat campaign Thursday and once again chose a suburban running mate