Libertyville

Chicago Cubs alum Ray Burris brightened the day for patients at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville during a special visit June 12.

On June 11, the Lake County Forest Preserves Board of Commissioners approved the purchase of two land parcels totaling 48 acres.

Save-A-Pet is thrilled to announce its eighth annual Furry Friends 5K and 1-Mile Six-Legged Fun Walk, taking place June 21 at the scenic Old School Forest Preserve in Libertyville.

The popular Concerts in the Plaza series returns to Independence Grove Forest Preserve in Libertyville, bringing live outdoor performances to Millennia Plaza, set against the backdrop of a 129-acre lake. Concerts run Tuesday evenings from 7 to 8:30 p.m., June 10 through Aug. 5.

The Lake County Retired Teachers Association will meet at noon June 10 at Lambs Farm Magnolia Cafe and Bakery in Libertyville, located at the junction of Route 176 and Interstate 94.

The Lake County Forest Preserves and Harbor Brewing Company have worked together again to launch two limited-edition beers channeling the spirit of iconic heroes and villains.

The Leapfrog Group has awarded Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital and Advocate Condell Medical Center “A” ratings for excellence in patient safety on its Spring 2025 patient safety report card.

Some of the most powerful images ever captured of the animal kingdom are part of a special exhibition at the Dunn Museum in Libertyville.

The Dunn Museum is unveiling a new gallery space this summer with “Alex Ross: Heroes & Villains,” a special exhibition spotlighting one of the most celebrated artists in comics.

A look back at some of Northwest Herald photojournalist Gregory Shaver's favorite pictures in the Northwest Herald from March 2025.

The Lake County Retired Teachers Association will meet at noon May13 at Lambs Farm Magnolia Cafe and Bakery in Libertyville, located at the junction of Route 176 and Interstate 94.

Woodstock's Cherry Tree Inn, where Bill Murray famously stayed in "Groundhog Day," had another film crew on site for an upcoming Christmas movie.

On April 25, Advocate Condell Medical Center welcomed 100 students from 10 local high schools and Lake County Tech Campus for a “day in the life” experience at Lake County’s sole Level 1 Trauma Center.

The Cancer Wellness Center is calling on the community to rally behind its annual fundraiser, Stepping Up to Wellness Run/Walk.

United Way of Lake County’s affinity group, Women United, is hosting a fun 1980s-themed concert and fundraiser from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. April 17 p.m. at Austin’s Impact Fuel Room in Libertyville. 

Improv Playhouse Theater proudly announces the return of “Last Supper Chronicles,” a production written and directed by David Brian Stuart.

The Lake County Retired Teachers Association will meet at noon April 8 at Lambs Farm Magnolia Cafe and Bakery, located at the junction of Route 176 and Interstate 94 in Libertyville.

A 70-year-old Libertyville woman has been identified as the pedestrian who was struck and killed March 23, authorities said.

People receive ashes and prayers during a Drive-Thru Ash Wednesday Blessing on Wednesday, March 05, 2025, at the United Methodist Church of Libertyville. This was the first time the church has offered a Drive-Thru Ash Wednesday Blessing, that created a simple convenient way for individuals to receive ashes and mark the beginning of the Lenten season.

The Lake County Retired Teachers Association will meet at noon March 11 at Lambs Farm Magnolia Cafe and Bakery in Libertyville.

Due to winter weather and blood drive cancelations, Vitalant has lost 1,000 donations across the country, causing a shortage and immediate ramping up to make up to help fulfill their promises to local hospitals.

“Threads of Time: Quilts and Textiles” special exhibit opens Friday, Feb. 14, and runs through May 4 at the Dunn Museum in Libertyville.

Clearbrook, one of the largest Illinois nonprofit organizations for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, on Jan. 29 hosted a ceremonial ribbon cutting and open house at its new Community Mental Health Center in Libertyville.

Lake in the Hills smoke seen Wednesday was from a prescribed burn, the chance of wildfires is reduced, and flooding is possible over the weekend, according to the weather service

The Lake County Retired Teachers Association will meet at noon Feb. 11 at Lambs Farm restaurant in Libertyville, located at the junction of Route 176 and Interstate 94.

State Rep. Martin McLaughlin says he's interested in filling the Illinois Senate seat being vacated by Sen. Dan McConchie, who has announced his plan to step down.

Republican state Sen. Dan McConchie of Hawthorn Woods will resign effective Sunday, Feb. 2, after nearly nine years of service. Several Democrats are said to be eyeing his 26th District seat, which will be up for election next year.

On Sunday, Feb. 2, O’Toole’s Pub Group’s four Chicago-area locations will come together for their third annual Wing Fest from noon to 3 p.m.

Leah Stein-Fredbeck has been selected as a 2024 Nurse of the Year for her exemplary demonstration of Advocate Health Care's core nursing values.

The Lake County Forest Preserves’ Horizons magazine recently received four prestigious awards from two esteemed competitions.

After an extensive and detailed investigation, Lake County Sheriff’s detectives have identified two teens involved in the violent carjacking of a woman in unincorporated Libertyville in early 2023.

The generosity of Lake County residents once again was on full display for the Coats for Vets collection drive hosted by Libertyville Sunrise Rotary and Zengeler Cleaners.

Lake County officials gathered Nov. 8 to celebrate the bird-friendly enhancements at the Lake County Central Permit Facility in Libertyville in an effort to mitigate bird strikes against glass windows.

A 26-year-old Hanover Park man was airlifted to Advocate Condell Medical Center following a crash Friday morning hear Hebron

Improv Playhouse Theatre joyfully returns to bring audiences an immersive live-staged radio play of Frank Capra’s timeless classic “It’s a Wonderful Life.”

Lake County Major Crime Task Force members and Mundelein Police detectives are investigating the shooting death of a 21-year-old Wheeling man.

A Libertyville man has been charged in connection with attacking an acquaintance with a knife, police said.

At a special meeting Dec. 2, the Board of Commissioners elected Jessica Vealitzek (District 10) to serve as president of the Lake County Forest Preserves. The Board also elected Gina Roberts (District 4) to serve as vice president.

Diane Glass, CEO of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago, announced that the company’s Lake Forest and Libertyville offices will once again serve as toy donation sites for the Marine Corps Toys For Tots Foundation through Dec. 6.

Mickey Finn’s Brewery is thrilled to announce the arrival of AJ McCloud as the new head chef.

The Lake County Retired Teachers Association will meet at noon Dec. 10 at Lambs Farm restaurant in Libertyville, located at the junction of Route 176 and Interstate 94.

Well-known locally as a trusted chiropractor with a pediatric specialization, Dr Jade Dellinger over the summer added pediatric functional medicine to her list of certifications.

Lake County Sheriff’s traffic crash investigators continue to investigate a crash involving a car and bicyclist that occurred midday Saturday near Libertyville.

Those involved with Libertyville’s veteran-owned Hot Ground Gym say it’s more than just a gym.

Starting Nov. 3, you can enjoy nature after dark by exploring two Lake County forest preserves with illuminated trails.

The Lake County Retired Teachers Association will meet at noon Nov. 12 at Lambs Farm restaurant in Libertyville, located at the junction of Route 176 and Interstate 94.

On Friday night the host Wildcats added another glorious chapter to their history as they posted a dominant 43-17 win on their home turf at the Johnson-Brainerd Sports Complex to earn a round two rematch back at home next weekend with No. 7 Lake Forest.

Firefighters worked for nearly an hour on extricating a driver who crashed into a tree and suffered serious injuries Sunday morning in Prairie Grove, officials report.

Ten Advocate Health Care breast cancer patients, their family members and care teams from across Illinois were honored and celebrated Oct. 6 at the Chicago Bears Crucial Catch game at Soldier Field.

This October, prepare for a thrilling theatrical experience as Improv Playhouse presents “Dracula,” the iconic Bram Stoker novel brought to life as a staged radio drama using the original 1938 Orson Welles script.