Suspect accused of trying to lure children arrested in Waukegan
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Waukegan police have released body camera video after a man allegedly tried to lure two young girls while they were riding their bicycles.

Police body cam shows officers struggle with man who allegedly tried to lure two girls
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Waukegan police have released body camera video after a man allegedly tried to lure two young girls while they were riding their bicycles. WARNING: Due to graphic content, viewer discretion is strongly advised.

Waukegan considers gunshot detection system to aid police

Waukegan is considering adding ShotSpotter technology to help police respond more quickly to gunfire in the city.

Lake County group asking for donations of school supplies for low-income students

The United Way of Lake County is hosting a drive-thru event on Monday for donors who want to donate school supplies to students from low-income families.

Waukegan Park District to host free movies this summer

FREE MOVIES! The Waukegan Park District announced on Wednesday that it will be hosting five free movies during the summer.

Quick detective work leads to safe return of abducted baby in North Chicago

A one-month-old baby boy who was abducted last week in North Chicago was safely returned to his mother all thanks to some fast-acting police officers.

Waukegan, McHenry high schools celebrate graduation in-person

It is the moment high school students have been waiting for - the chance to walk across the stage at graduation and mark the beginning of a new chapter.

Woman killed in car crash in Waukegan

Shaneera Bell, 27, was involved in a single-car crash early Friday morning on Sheridan Road.

Hundreds of families with pets get free food, treats, collars and leashes in Waukegan

“Many families are suffering from job loss, and with COVID-19 still around, people are struggling to feed their families and pets. We want to help families feed their fur babies too," said Pastor Julie Contreras.

Waukegan middle school renamed for late Congressman John Lewis

With the support of five of its seven board members, Thomas Jefferson Middle School in Waukegan will be renamed John Lewis Middle School, effective July 1st.

Waukegan activists protest naming middle school after Obamas

There’s controversy brewing in Waukegan over changing the name of one of its schools. But some members of the community are pushing back against the move.

Mothers from Chicago and suburbs say that Child Tax Credit expansion will make a huge difference

"This tax credit is definitely a blessing," said Maria Ramirez, a working mom in Waukegan. "I am working two jobs as a middle class American in Lake County. I've never qualified for any government assistance because I've made just over the minimum bracket. So it leaves me in a predicament where I don't qualify, so I have to get a second job."

$2 million bail for men charged in fatal Waukegan motel shooting

Two men were ordered held on $2 million bail in connection with the fatal shooting of a Chicago man in August at a motel in north suburban Waukegan.