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Chicago man accused of murdering Waukegan college student in Gurnee in 2021 ordered detained until trial - Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Chicago man accused of murdering Waukegan college student in Gurnee in 2021 ordered detained until trial Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Published on 23 May 2025 | 6:31 pm
Softball Game Preview: Wheeling Wildcats vs. Waukegan Bulldogs - MaxPreps.com
Softball Game Preview: Wheeling Wildcats vs. Waukegan Bulldogs MaxPreps.com
Published on 23 May 2025 | 7:03 am
Changes planned for Lewis Avenue corridor in Lake County; ‘It’s going on a road diet’ - Chicago Tribune
Changes planned for Lewis Avenue corridor in Lake County; ‘It’s going on a road diet’ Chicago Tribune
Published on 22 May 2025 | 10:38 pm
Waukegan Road Reduced To One Lane At Harrison During Thursday Morning Rush Hour - Journal & Topics
Waukegan Road Reduced To One Lane At Harrison During Thursday Morning Rush Hour Journal & Topics
Published on 22 May 2025 | 8:05 pm
Afternoon Briefing: Piping plovers return to Waukegan beach to start family - Chicago Tribune
Afternoon Briefing: Piping plovers return to Waukegan beach to start family Chicago Tribune
Published on 22 May 2025 | 7:59 pm
Piping plovers return to Waukegan beach to start family: ‘It’s drama already’ - Chicago Tribune
Piping plovers return to Waukegan beach to start family: ‘It’s drama already’ Chicago Tribune
Published on 22 May 2025 | 6:13 pm
Four piping plover eggs in Waukegan - Audacy
Four piping plover eggs in Waukegan Audacy
Published on 22 May 2025 | 5:44 pm
Waukegan Tire Celebrates One-Year Anniversary of Kenosha Store and Founder Jerry Nerheim's 90th Birthday - openPR.com
Published on 22 May 2025 | 4:26 pm
Volleyball Recap: Waukegan Triumphs - MaxPreps.com
Volleyball Recap: Waukegan Triumphs MaxPreps.com
Published on 22 May 2025 | 3:25 pm
Ribbon cut for renovated downtown building; ‘Waukegan is open for business, growth and innovation’ - Chicago Tribune
Ribbon cut for renovated downtown building; ‘Waukegan is open for business, growth and innovation’ Chicago Tribune
Published on 21 May 2025 | 10:39 pm
Coroner still working to determine what caused death of man who went missing from Vista hospital in Waukegan - Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Coroner still working to determine what caused death of man who went missing from Vista hospital in Waukegan Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Published on 21 May 2025 | 8:38 pm
Woman rescued after falling off jet ski into Lake Michigan in Waukegan Harbor - Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Woman rescued after falling off jet ski into Lake Michigan in Waukegan Harbor Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Published on 21 May 2025 | 8:33 pm
Waukegan Has Piping Plover Fever, Too, With a Full Nest and Great Egg-spectations - WTTW
Waukegan Has Piping Plover Fever, Too, With a Full Nest and Great Egg-spectations WTTW
Published on 21 May 2025 | 8:09 pm
Column: Will Waukegan have to pay for alderman’s tacky stunt? - Chicago Tribune
Column: Will Waukegan have to pay for alderman’s tacky stunt? Chicago Tribune
Published on 21 May 2025 | 6:51 pm
Waukegan High seniors talk about goals at graduation; ‘I want to make the world a better place’ - Chicago Tribune
Waukegan High seniors talk about goals at graduation; ‘I want to make the world a better place’ Chicago Tribune
Published on 19 May 2025 | 6:09 pm
Waukegan Tire Celebrates Founder’s 90th Birthday, Kenosha One-Year Anniversary - Tire Review Magazine
Waukegan Tire Celebrates Founder’s 90th Birthday, Kenosha One-Year Anniversary Tire Review Magazine
Published on 19 May 2025 | 10:00 am
Missing man found dead in Waukegan - FOX 32 Chicago
Missing man found dead in Waukegan FOX 32 Chicago
Published on 16 May 2025 | 3:17 pm
Waukegan police officer charged, pleads guilty to stealing from city in time theft scheme - Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Waukegan police officer charged, pleads guilty to stealing from city in time theft scheme Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Published on 14 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Waukegan’s temporary casino hits revenue milestone; permanent facility plans moving ‘full steam ahead’ - Chicago Tribune
Waukegan’s temporary casino hits revenue milestone; permanent facility plans moving ‘full steam ahead’ Chicago Tribune
Published on 12 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Family seeks help in locating man who went missing from Vista Medical Center in Waukegan - Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Family seeks help in locating man who went missing from Vista Medical Center in Waukegan Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Published on 10 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Coroner identifies 27-year-old man left dead after being shot multiple times in car in Waukegan - Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Coroner identifies 27-year-old man left dead after being shot multiple times in car in Waukegan Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Published on 9 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Homicide investigation underway after man dies following shooting outside Waukegan residence - Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Homicide investigation underway after man dies following shooting outside Waukegan residence Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Published on 9 May 2025 | 7:00 am
One dead after Waukegan shooting - Chicago Tribune
One dead after Waukegan shooting Chicago Tribune
Published on 9 May 2025 | 7:00 am
North Chicago man identified in fatal Waukegan shooting - FOX 32 Chicago
North Chicago man identified in fatal Waukegan shooting FOX 32 Chicago
Published on 9 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Waukegan, New Trier students learn about segregation fight; ‘This shows what activism can do’ - Chicago Tribune
Waukegan, New Trier students learn about segregation fight; ‘This shows what activism can do’ Chicago Tribune
Published on 8 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Waukegan High seniors share dreams at Celebration Day event; ‘I want to make Waukegan a better place’ - Chicago Tribune
Waukegan High seniors share dreams at Celebration Day event; ‘I want to make Waukegan a better place’ Chicago Tribune
Published on 7 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Police say Grayslake man was fatally stabbed after he lured, tried robbing 2 victims in Waukegan - Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Police say Grayslake man was fatally stabbed after he lured, tried robbing 2 victims in Waukegan Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Published on 6 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Waukegan stabbing: Adam Hoth stabbed to death during robbery attempt near Adelphi and Harrison, police department says - ABC7 Chicago
Published on 6 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Attempted robber stabbed to death in Waukegan - Chicago Sun-Times
Attempted robber stabbed to death in Waukegan Chicago Sun-Times
Published on 6 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Coroner identifies Grayslake man who died after being repeatedly stabbed in Waukegan - Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Coroner identifies Grayslake man who died after being repeatedly stabbed in Waukegan Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Published on 6 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Man stabbed to death in Waukegan; investigation underway - WGN-TV
Man stabbed to death in Waukegan; investigation underway WGN-TV
Published on 6 May 2025 | 7:00 am
What’s That Building? Waukegan History Museum - WBEZ Chicago
What’s That Building? Waukegan History Museum WBEZ Chicago
Published on 5 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Hundreds protest Social Security cuts at Waukegan office: ‘Stop this injustice to widows and children’ - Chicago Tribune
Hundreds protest Social Security cuts at Waukegan office: ‘Stop this injustice to widows and children’ Chicago Tribune
Published on 5 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Man charged with committing two shootings at Waukegan home where his child was sleeping inside - Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Man charged with committing two shootings at Waukegan home where his child was sleeping inside Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Published on 3 May 2025 | 7:00 am
Waukegan D60 officials wary of future foreign teacher hiring - Chicago Tribune
Waukegan D60 officials wary of future foreign teacher hiring Chicago Tribune
Published on 29 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Prosecutors say driver charged in fatal hit-and-run of pedestrian in Waukegan had child in car, was intoxicated - Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Prosecutors say driver charged in fatal hit-and-run of pedestrian in Waukegan had child in car, was intoxicated Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Published on 29 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Questions raised about Waukegan alderman's legal residence - Chicago Tribune
Questions raised about Waukegan alderman's legal residence Chicago Tribune
Published on 22 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Waukegan’s Leo Maione has been ‘through it all’ during 4-year varsity career. With his father alongside him. - Chicago Tribune
Waukegan’s Leo Maione has been ‘through it all’ during 4-year varsity career. With his father alongside him. Chicago Tribune
Published on 17 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Man found guilty at trial for threatening mass shooting at Lake County Courthouse in Waukegan - Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Man found guilty at trial for threatening mass shooting at Lake County Courthouse in Waukegan Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Published on 17 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Waukegan man charged with concealing death of Antioch woman reported missing March 9 - Daily Herald
Waukegan man charged with concealing death of Antioch woman reported missing March 9 Daily Herald
Published on 14 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Waukegan man charged with concealing death of Antioch woman - Chicago Sun-Times
Waukegan man charged with concealing death of Antioch woman Chicago Sun-Times
Published on 14 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Waukegan man Jose Luis Mendoza-Gonzalez charged after body of missing Antioch woman Megan Bos found in container in yard: police - ABC7 Chicago
Published on 14 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Waukegan man charged with concealing death of missing Antioch woman, authorities say - CBS News
Waukegan man charged with concealing death of missing Antioch woman, authorities say CBS News
Published on 14 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Waukegan man charged with concealing missing woman's death, police say - FOX 32 Chicago
Waukegan man charged with concealing missing woman's death, police say FOX 32 Chicago
Published on 14 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Suspicious death investigation prompts large police response at residence in Waukegan - Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Suspicious death investigation prompts large police response at residence in Waukegan Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Published on 11 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Alleged gunman charged with murder after Gurnee man fatally shot at Waukegan funeral home - Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Alleged gunman charged with murder after Gurnee man fatally shot at Waukegan funeral home Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Published on 9 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Council opens door for Waukegan sports bar to reopen; ‘A road map for how we circumvent our ordinances’ - Chicago Tribune
Council opens door for Waukegan sports bar to reopen; ‘A road map for how we circumvent our ordinances’ Chicago Tribune
Published on 8 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Investigators arrest self-admitted dealer after finding $40K cash, kilo of cocaine hidden in air vents in Waukegan - Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Investigators arrest self-admitted dealer after finding $40K cash, kilo of cocaine hidden in air vents in Waukegan Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Published on 2 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Active tuberculosis case confirmed at Waukegan High School in Illinois - CBS News
Active tuberculosis case confirmed at Waukegan High School in Illinois CBS News
Published on 1 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Former Waukegan Mayor Sam Cunningham defeats incumbent Ann Taylor - NBC 5 Chicago
Former Waukegan Mayor Sam Cunningham defeats incumbent Ann Taylor NBC 5 Chicago
Published on 1 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Sam Cunningham declares victory in campaign to return as Waukegan mayor: ‘I want to continue with the plans we started’ - Chicago Tribune
Sam Cunningham declares victory in campaign to return as Waukegan mayor: ‘I want to continue with the plans we started’ Chicago Tribune
Published on 1 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Tuberculosis case reported at Waukegan High School - WGN-TV
Tuberculosis case reported at Waukegan High School WGN-TV
Published on 1 April 2025 | 7:00 am
What is tuberculosis? Chicago area's Waukegan High School sees case of TB, Lake County Health Department says - ABC7 Chicago
What is tuberculosis? Chicago area's Waukegan High School sees case of TB, Lake County Health Department says ABC7 Chicago
Published on 1 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Tuberculosis case confirmed at suburban high school. What we know so far - NBC 5 Chicago
Tuberculosis case confirmed at suburban high school. What we know so far NBC 5 Chicago
Published on 1 April 2025 | 7:00 am
Tuberculosis case confirmed at Waukegan High School - FOX 32 Chicago
Tuberculosis case confirmed at Waukegan High School FOX 32 Chicago
Published on 31 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Waukegan area residents sharing $48.1 million settlement for EtO emissions from an industrial plant - Chicago Tribune
Waukegan area residents sharing $48.1 million settlement for EtO emissions from an industrial plant Chicago Tribune
Published on 29 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Jury convicts father who forced child to live in locked Waukegan basement, believed she was possessed by demon - Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Jury convicts father who forced child to live in locked Waukegan basement, believed she was possessed by demon Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Published on 28 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Group beginning a Wednesday tradition of protesting in Waukegan - Chicago Tribune
Group beginning a Wednesday tradition of protesting in Waukegan Chicago Tribune
Published on 27 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Waukegan man sped away from both Wisconsin and Illinois police before surrendering at home: LCSO - FOX 32 Chicago
Waukegan man sped away from both Wisconsin and Illinois police before surrendering at home: LCSO FOX 32 Chicago
Published on 26 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Waukegan man arrested after allegedly fleeing police in two states, including at 138 mph - Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Waukegan man arrested after allegedly fleeing police in two states, including at 138 mph Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Published on 26 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Waukegan’s mayoral candidates discuss assorted issues at forum - Chicago Tribune
Waukegan’s mayoral candidates discuss assorted issues at forum Chicago Tribune
Published on 24 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Family of woman found frozen on Waukegan hospital roof claims key video is being withheld - FOX 32 Chicago
Family of woman found frozen on Waukegan hospital roof claims key video is being withheld FOX 32 Chicago
Published on 24 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Dozens appear before Waukegan council in appeal to reopen sports bar - Chicago Tribune
Dozens appear before Waukegan council in appeal to reopen sports bar Chicago Tribune
Published on 20 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Waukegan school board candidates square off in forums; ‘We are in a time of uncertainty’ - Chicago Tribune
Waukegan school board candidates square off in forums; ‘We are in a time of uncertainty’ Chicago Tribune
Published on 17 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Waukegan fire today: Jacqueline McBride dies in fire in 2300-block of Corona Road, officials say - ABC7 Chicago
Waukegan fire today: Jacqueline McBride dies in fire in 2300-block of Corona Road, officials say ABC7 Chicago
Published on 14 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Coroner releases identity of woman found dead after overnight house fire in Waukegan - Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Coroner releases identity of woman found dead after overnight house fire in Waukegan Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Published on 14 March 2025 | 7:00 am
William F. Durkin Obituary (2025) - Waukegan, IL - Peterson & Patch Funeral Home - Legacy.com
William F. Durkin Obituary (2025) - Waukegan, IL - Peterson & Patch Funeral Home Legacy.com
Published on 14 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Woman found dead after firefighters extinguish overnight house fire in Waukegan - Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Woman found dead after firefighters extinguish overnight house fire in Waukegan Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Published on 14 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Waukegan man arrested after high-speed chase, found with pot and stolen credit cards: sheriff - FOX 32 Chicago
Waukegan man arrested after high-speed chase, found with pot and stolen credit cards: sheriff FOX 32 Chicago
Published on 12 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Charges against Iziah Gonzalez in deadly Waukegan stabbing of Joshua Kirkwood dropped; video shows he was never armed: prosecutors - ABC7 Chicago
Published on 11 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Prosecutors drop murder charges against 1 of 2 brothers accused of killing restaurant owner in Waukegan - Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Prosecutors drop murder charges against 1 of 2 brothers accused of killing restaurant owner in Waukegan Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Published on 11 March 2025 | 7:00 am
Owner of Waukegan grocery store accused of selling drugs out of store while armed with gun - Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Owner of Waukegan grocery store accused of selling drugs out of store while armed with gun Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Published on 10 March 2025 | 7:00 am
4th suspect charged in connection with murder of Waukegan restaurant owner during gender reveal party - Lake and McHenry County Scanner
4th suspect charged in connection with murder of Waukegan restaurant owner during gender reveal party Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Published on 10 March 2025 | 7:00 am
State cites Waukegan nursing home after delay in CPR leads to death of resident; worker said she 'didn't know what to do' - Lake and McHenry County Scanner
State cites Waukegan nursing home after delay in CPR leads to death of resident; worker said she 'didn't know what to do' Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Published on 8 March 2025 | 8:00 am
Ausburn steps into spotlight as Warren beats Waukegan in 2OT - Daily Herald
Ausburn steps into spotlight as Warren beats Waukegan in 2OT Daily Herald
Published on 7 March 2025 | 8:00 am
'How do you do that in 0.9 seconds?': Controversial buzzer-beater ends IHSA playoff game - Peoria Journal Star
'How do you do that in 0.9 seconds?': Controversial buzzer-beater ends IHSA playoff game Peoria Journal Star
Published on 6 March 2025 | 8:00 am
Column: Waukegan mayoral election up for grabs - Chicago Tribune
Column: Waukegan mayoral election up for grabs Chicago Tribune
Published on 5 March 2025 | 8:00 am
Waukegan’s casino future secured as court dismisses Potawatomi case - Muddy River News
Waukegan’s casino future secured as court dismisses Potawatomi case Muddy River News
Published on 5 March 2025 | 8:00 am
Waukegan rolls past Libertyville, heads home for sectional - Daily Herald
Waukegan rolls past Libertyville, heads home for sectional Daily Herald
Published on 28 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Gurnee man Jorge Rogel dies after Waukegan shooting that injured another outside Memorial Chapel Funeral Home & Cremation Center - ABC7 Chicago
Published on 27 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Waukegan shooting injures 2 outside The Memorial Chapel Funeral Home & Cremation Center on Washington Street: police - ABC7 Chicago
Waukegan shooting injures 2 outside The Memorial Chapel Funeral Home & Cremation Center on Washington Street: police ABC7 Chicago
Published on 26 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Investigation underway after frozen body found on trail at Bevier Park in Waukegan - Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Investigation underway after frozen body found on trail at Bevier Park in Waukegan Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Published on 22 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Man accused of selling drugs out of Waukegan, Illinois auto repair shop - CBS News
Man accused of selling drugs out of Waukegan, Illinois auto repair shop CBS News
Published on 20 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Waukegan, Illinois man accused of selling drugs from auto repair shop - CBS News
Waukegan, Illinois man accused of selling drugs from auto repair shop CBS News
Published on 20 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Waukegan auto shop owner accused of selling drugs out of his business - WGN-TV
Waukegan auto shop owner accused of selling drugs out of his business WGN-TV
Published on 20 February 2025 | 8:00 am
[ARCHIVED] UPDATE: Beach Park Homicide Investigation - Lake County (.gov)
[ARCHIVED] UPDATE: Beach Park Homicide Investigation Lake County (.gov)
Published on 19 February 2025 | 8:00 am
3 years after son was struck and killed, Waukegan, Illinois family says ambulance safety law isn't followed - CBS News
Published on 18 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Waukegan couple charged after 2 young children hospitalized, found severely malnourished - Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Waukegan couple charged after 2 young children hospitalized, found severely malnourished Lake and McHenry County Scanner
Published on 17 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Waukegan restaurant stabbing: New details released after brothers charged in deadly attack - FOX 32 Chicago
Waukegan restaurant stabbing: New details released after brothers charged in deadly attack FOX 32 Chicago
Published on 12 February 2025 | 8:00 am
2nd suspect charged in fatal stabbing of Joshua Kirkwood, owner of Waukegan restaurant 41 14 Forty One Fourteen Steaks and Seafood - ABC7 Chicago
Published on 12 February 2025 | 8:00 am
‘Not an easy situation for anyone involved’: Attorney for Waukegan man accused of murdering restaurant owner asks public to withhold judgment - WGN-TV
Published on 11 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Waukegan, Illinois prepares for snow with North Shore to get hit hard Wednesday - CBS News
Waukegan, Illinois prepares for snow with North Shore to get hit hard Wednesday CBS News
Published on 11 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Waukegan restaurant stabbing: 2 charged with murder, victim identified - FOX 32 Chicago
Waukegan restaurant stabbing: 2 charged with murder, victim identified FOX 32 Chicago
Published on 11 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Joshua Kirkwood, Waukegan stabbing victim, killed at his restaurant, Forty One Fourteen Steaks & Seafood; Iziah Gonzalez charged - ABC7 Chicago
Published on 10 February 2025 | 8:00 am
Waukegan Community Unit School District 60 reassures worried parents after student data shared - ABC7 Chicago
Waukegan Community Unit School District 60 reassures worried parents after student data shared ABC7 Chicago
Published on 31 January 2025 | 8:00 am
Chelsea Adolphus: Missing woman dies after body found on Waukegan hospital roof - FOX 32 Chicago
Chelsea Adolphus: Missing woman dies after body found on Waukegan hospital roof FOX 32 Chicago
Published on 24 January 2025 | 8:00 am
Illinois Supreme Court clears way for permanent Waukegan casino - CDC Gaming
Illinois Supreme Court clears way for permanent Waukegan casino CDC Gaming
Published on 24 January 2025 | 8:00 am
Driver charged in fatal Waukegan hit-and-run told police he hit raccoon - FOX 32 Chicago
Driver charged in fatal Waukegan hit-and-run told police he hit raccoon FOX 32 Chicago
Published on 6 January 2025 | 8:00 am
Lake County police chase: Jonathan Garcia, Waukegan teen charged after 2 women shot, leading cops on chase through Beach Park - ABC7 Chicago
Published on 6 January 2025 | 8:00 am
Waukegan shooting victim identified - FOX 32 Chicago
Waukegan shooting victim identified FOX 32 Chicago
Published on 26 December 2024 | 8:00 am
Column: Waukegan ready to buck Trump deportation efforts - Chicago Tribune
Column: Waukegan ready to buck Trump deportation efforts Chicago Tribune
Published on 23 December 2024 | 8:00 am
Waukegan, Illinois woman receives helping hand, special gift from police officer-social worker team - CBS News
Waukegan, Illinois woman receives helping hand, special gift from police officer-social worker team CBS News
Published on 12 December 2024 | 8:00 am
Water tower demolition leaves Waukegan homes covered in dust: 'Everything is ruined' - FOX 32 Chicago
Water tower demolition leaves Waukegan homes covered in dust: 'Everything is ruined' FOX 32 Chicago
Published on 4 December 2024 | 8:00 am
Sheriff's Office News - Lake County (.gov)
Sheriff's Office News Lake County (.gov)
Published on 25 March 2024 | 2:51 pm