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U.S. Rep. Schneider leads roundtable discussion with educators; ‘We … want to focus on keeping our good teachers’

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Amid a nationwide teacher shortage, which includes Lake County, retaining seasoned instructors — as well as helping those new to the classroom develop — is crucial to ensuring all needed positions are filled. Michele Bertola, principal at the O’Plaine campus of Warren Township High School in Gurnee, said her job involves both hiring teachers and developing them into leaders who mentor those new to the classroom, thereby continuing the cycle of q…Education · Highland Park See the Story

Solar energy firm makes unexpected move with big impact on residents: 'A natural fit'

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It's not every day that we get to celebrate a story where business, community, and conservation all align, but when it happens, it deserves attention. In a world grappling with environmental challenges, it's refreshing to see companies taking tangible steps to protect the planet we all share. In July, solar energy developer Trajectory Energy Partners, based in Highland Park, Illinois, made a meaningful move toward environmental stewardship, as r…Highland Park, Illinois · Highland Park Read Article

Amid pushback, Highland Park commission wavers on support for townhome plan on Solo Cup land

Expressing still-unresolved concerns about a townhome development’s density and design, Highland Park officials sent the developer back to the drawing board on Tuesday for the fourth and possibly final time. The Habitat Company, a Chicago-based developer working on behalf of Red Cup Land Company, has petitioned to rezone the former Solo Cup property — 28 […] The post Amid pushback, Highland Park commission wavers on support for townhome plan on…Property · Highland Park Read Article

Maren Morris Calls Out Fan Who Grabbed Her Butt During Meet And Greet: “Don’t Override Someone’s Personal Space”

Not cool… I know it’s exciting to finally get to meet your favorite artist. I’m a fan just like anybody, and I remember the feeling when I first got to meet some of the guys and gals that I’ve been listening to for years. Getting a meet and greet can feel like a golden ticket, even if it only means a brief encounter and getting to snap a picture before being quickly ushered along. But artists are people too, and just because they’re famous doesn…Instagram · Highland Park Read Article

Investigation Into Missing Highland Park Swimmer Continues, Search Called Off

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Authorities called off a search for a swimmer who was reported missing in Highland Park over the weekend.Highland Park, Illinois · Highland Park Read Article

Highland Park to put $2 million in state funds toward sidewalk on Sheridan Road despite concerns about tree removal

Highland Park City Council unanimously approved an intergovernmental agreement this month to utilize state funds to build a new sidewalk along an approximately half-mile stretch of Sheridan Road near Rosewood Beach. City staff first presented the project to the council in 2016, and its long-delayed construction that aims to address safety concerns will now begin […] The post Highland Park to put $2 million in state funds toward sidewalk on Sheri…Highland Park, Illinois · Highland Park Read Article

Swimmer Missing Following Rescue Attempt In Lake Michigan

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Members of the public should avoid the area during the ongoing search, officials said.Highland Park, Illinois · Highland Park See the Story

Facing sanctions, District 112 drops food-service provider, opens internal investigation

North Shore School District 112 has pivoted away from its recently approved food vendor after activity between the district and vendor drew allegations of bribery. The school district’s board of education voted unanimously on Tuesday to terminate its contract with Quest Food Management Services following the State Board of Education’s removal of federal funds amid […] The post Facing sanctions, District 112 drops food-service provider, opens int…Sanctions · Highland Park Read Article

Lake County weighs handing off mosquito control to Highland Park, Highwood, 3 others

The Lake County Board has initiated the process to potentially dissolve the public agency that oversees mosquito control in Highland Park and four other North Shore communities. The board voted on Aug. 12 in favor of a proposing ordinance that directs the county’s finance department to audit the South Lake Mosquito Abatement District, as board […] The post Lake County weighs handing off mosquito control to Highland Park, Highwood, 3 others appe…Highland Park, Illinois · Highland Park Read Article

The Smashing Pumpkins celebrate 25th anniversary of ‘Machina/The Machines of God’ with new reissue

In honor of the 25th anniversary of The Smashing Pumpkins’ 2000 album, Machina/The Machines of God, a new deluxe vinyl box set will be available on Aug. 22 – exclusively through Billy Corgan‘s Madame Zuzu’s tea shop in Highland Park, Illinois. The box set also includes the companion record Machina II/The Friends & Enemies of Modern Music and 32 bonus tracks. Machina/The Machines Of God was the fifth album from The Smashing Pumpkins; Madame Zuzu…Highland Park, Illinois · Highland Park Read Article