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The Current
Founder stories, restaurant guides, weekend itineraries and the culture that makes Black Lake County a destination.
Food + Culture · Culinary Feature
5 Black-Owned Restaurants Worth the Drive
From Waukegan to Gurnee, these culinary spots are serving more than just great food—they anchor culture, community, and generational culinary mastery.
Editorial Staff·APR 3, 2026·5 MIN READ
Community
Inside Lake County's Growing Black Business Community
How new coalitions, master builders, and tech-forward entrepreneurs are forging resilient commercial hubs across Lake County's urban and suburban centers.
APR 1, 2026 · 7 MIN READ
Founder Stories
Meet the Woman Behind a Local Brand
From home atelier experiments to a premier downtown storefront—how one founder is revitalizing boutique luxury shopping in Lake County.
MAR 26, 2026 · 4 MIN READ
Shop Local
Where to Shop Black This Season
A curated guide to Lake County's independent fashion houses, ceramic makers, and apothecary creators infusing cultural heritage into every piece.
MAR 20, 2026 · 6 MIN READ