Let us know if you've been impacted by the recent flooding by filling out the form below. A full and complete understanding of the impacts of this disaster is a necessary part of the flood response process. We need your help to properly quantify damages in Lake County. Please fill out the form today!  

Check Lake County PASSAGE 
Major roads have opened up. This includes US 41 between IL 21 and Delany Road, IL Route 60, 173, and 120! For updated road conditions, visit Lake County PASSAGE or listen to 1620 AM.

Be Aware of Flood-Related Fraud
Residents should be aware of the increased risk of scammers attempting to capitalize on those impacted by flooding. Some safety tips include:

• Check with the Better Business Bureau and your insurance company to determine the credibility of the service provider.
• Do not let anybody inside of your home, unless you have initiated the appointment.  
• Obtain several (three or more) estimates for repair work.
• Take photographs of your contractor and any work vehicles.
• Before work begins, obtain a written contract.
• If you see or detect anything suspicious, contact your local law enforcement agency.

Check Good Standing of Businesses – IL Secretary of State 

Report fraud to the IL Attorney General

Visit Flood Information Page for Updates
As significant flooding continues in Lake County from the Chain O’Lakes, Fox River and Des Plaines River, visit our 2017 Flood Information page for the latest updates.

As blue property assessment notices continue to be mailed to residents across Lake County, residents may have questions about their property assessment, how a home’s value is determined, and how the assessment then calculates your property tax bill. Watch this edition of Lake County Update as County Board Chairman Aaron Lawlor and Chief County Assessment Officer Marty Paulson address common questions residents have with their property tax assessments.

Mosquitoes in Illinois are beginning to test positive for West Nile virus. The Lake County Health Department and Community Health Center urges you to “Fight the Bite” and protect yourself and your family. Make sure to follow the 4 D’s of Defense to help prevent breeding and protect yourself from mosquito bites.

Call the West Nile hotline at 847-377-8300 to report areas of stagnant water, report locations of dead birds, and learn the signs and symptoms of West Nile virus.

Locating missing persons, finding weapons and drugs, tracking suspects and inspecting for bomb threats are some of the ways our K-9 Unit has made an impact in our communities. Watch this video, and see how Dax, Diesel, Duke, Boomer and their handlers work to help protect Lake County.

Did you know 68 percent of Lake County residents have continued schooling beyond high school, and 43 percent have a bachelor’s degree or higher? That exceeds the national average by 13 percent! Learn more about Lake County’s workforce by viewing Lake County Partners 2016 annual report.

And, government, business and community leaders are continuing to work together to grow our talent economy. Watch this video to learn more as leaders came together to discuss how to attract businesses to the county at Lake County Partners' Big Event. 

Forest Preserve News

Gospelfest
Be inspired by Lake County’s gospel voices on Sunday, July 30 at the Greenbelt Cultural Center in North Chicago. This annual favorite feature choirs, solo performances and praise dancers that bring you to your feet. Children can also enjoy fun nature activities during the event. Learn more

Wildlife Homes
Discover with your little explorer the places animals make their homes. Hands-on nature activities include a hike, story, craft, and interaction with live animals. This event takes place select Thursdays in July and August at Independence Grove, and it is open to children ages 4-5 with an adult. Register today

The 89th annual Lake County Fair will take place July 26 to 30 at the Lake County Fairgrounds in Grayslake. Don't miss family fun, including the livestock barns, rodeo, carnival rides, music and much more. Learn more