Top Stories on Lake Zurich Patch: Week of Feb. 18

Teenage Girl Found Dead at Veteran Acres Park in Crystal Lake

The body of a 14-year-old girl was found at 7:45 a.m. today, Thursday, Feb. 21.

Investigators determined that there was no foul play in fire that led to death of Michael Ostrinsky. 

LZHS Grad is a Finalist for $1M Prize in Frito Lay Contest

Lake Zurich’s Tyler Raineri’s idea for Sriracha flavored chips is in grocery stores now. 

Lake Zurich Cop Accused of Causing Alcohol-Related Crash Won't Lose Job

Vincent TeRonde has been given a "last chance employment deal" for the incident that happened in September of 2012. 

Updated: ID Made on Teens Who Died in Antioch Car Crash Monday Night

An Antioch boy and a Lindenhurst girl were killed in a car accident on the evening of the Presidents Day holiday. 

Lake County Makes Forbes List of Most Miserable 'Cities'

Forbes Magazine declares Lake County one of America's most miserable places to live. Do you agree?

Whole Foods Kildeer Opens March 6

Whole Foods invites customers to nominate first Community Support Day beneficiary. 

LZHS Students Take First in No More Teen Dating Abuse Video Contest

Lake Zurich teens won iPads in the contest, sponsored by the Illinois Coalition Against Domestic Violence. 

Plan to Extend Route 53/120 in Lake County Takes Step Forward

The Illinois Tollway Board of Directors is expected to approve a new contract with TranSystem later this month.