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Man Found Deceased on Train Tracks Causes Delays on Metra’s Libertyville Route. A man was discovered dead on the Milwaukee District North line train tracks in Libertyville on Friday evening, which resulted in significant delays for Metra commuters. Emergency responders arrived near Winchester Road and Ellis Avenue after receiving a call from the train crew, who noticed the body but could not confirm if the train had made contact. Authorities later determined the train had not struck the individual. The incident prompted a thorough investigation by local and transit police. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Jan 2) Lake County Libertyville, IL Chicago, IL

Man Charged After Victim Critically Injured in Stabbing at Zion Christmas Party. A 35-year-old Beach Park resident faces felony charges after allegedly stabbing a man eight times during a Christmas party in Zion. Police responded to a disturbance early Thursday morning at a home on Elim Avenue, where they found the victim critically injured. The victim, a guest at the gathering, was transported to Advocate Condell Medical Center and remains in intensive care. Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Dec 31) Lake County Zion, IL Waukegan, IL Libertyville, IL

Fire in Gurnee Townhome Leads to Family Displacement and Dog Rescue. Firefighters responded to a chimney fire that spread through a townhome on the 900 block of Clark Drive in Gurnee Monday afternoon. Crews from Gurnee, Grayslake, and Newport Township worked together to control the blaze, successfully rescuing a dog from inside the home. The fire left the residence uninhabitable and displaced the family. Emergency services ensured all occupants were safe before extinguishing the fire. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Dec 30) Lake County Gurnee, IL Grayslake, IL Libertyville, IL

Lake County Cancer Survivors Recognized at Chicago Bulls United Center Event. Two breast cancer survivors from Lake County, including a resident of Gurnee, were honored at the Chicago Bulls' United Center on December 17. They participated in the Bulls' exclusive 'Court of Dreams' experience, which acknowledged Advocate Health Care cancer patients and survivors. The event highlighted the Bulls guard Tre Jones' ongoing advocacy for breast cancer awareness, inspired by his own family’s experience with the disease. The recognition aimed to celebrate survivors and raise awareness in the local community. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Dec 28) Lake County Gurnee, IL Barrington, IL Chicago, IL

Waukegan Man Charged With Weapon Possession After North Chicago Stabbing Incident. Authorities in North Chicago responded to a stabbing report at an apartment building on Hervey Avenue early on July 19, 2025, where they found Ryan O. Irving, a 42-year-old Waukegan resident, critically injured with a stab wound. During their investigation, police discovered that Irving, a convicted felon, was in possession of a rifle equipped with a laser and had attempted to dispose of the weapon. He faces a charge of felon in possession of a weapon, his second or subsequent offense. Irving was transported to a Libertyville hospital in critical condition. (Source: Lake and McHenry County Scanner on Dec 28) Lake County Waukegan, IL Libertyville, IL

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