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Plus: Pace continues transition to all-electric bus fleet: ‘Not as simple as buying the vehicle and turning the key’ • Waukegan sets Washington Street corridor project into motion: ‘This … is a crucial milestone’
 
 
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Lake County News-Sun

Wednesday, September 23, 2026

 

Highland Park condemns antisemitic graffiti at playground

A swastika was discovered on a Highland Park playground slide a day after Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish year, leading to condemnations from city leaders.

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Pace continues transition to all-electric bus fleet: ‘Not as simple as buying the vehicle and turning the key’

The suburban transportation company is replacing diesel-fueled buses with hybrids as it moves toward its Project Zero goal of an all-electric fleet by 2040.

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Waukegan sets Washington Street corridor project into motion: ‘This … is a crucial milestone’

Waukegan Mayor Sam Cunningham said the project will help transform Washington Street into a “gateway” into the city that is more pedestrian-friendly and safer for everyone.

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Column: The Nov. 3 ballot lacks real choices

Sixteen local candidates, all of them incumbent Democrats, are unopposed and will waltz into office without being challenged.

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Lake County car chase follows fatal Waukegan shooting

The victim is a 29-year-old Zion man. His identity has not yet been released.

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Mundelein teacher, coach filmed student, authorities say: ‘We are deeply troubled by this situation’

Dagoberto Diaz, 48, of Mundelein, is charged with one felony count of unauthorized video recording of a juvenile, authorities said.

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Chicagoland high school football rankings: Get Mike McGraw’s Top 25 for Week 6

Lincoln-Way East, Loyola and Mount Carmel continue to lead the way as Huntley and Lincoln-Way Central crack the top 25.

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