Woman killed in car crash in Waukegan
Shaneera Bell, 27, was involved in a single-car crash early Friday morning on Sheridan Road.
Shaneera Bell, 27, was involved in a single-car crash early Friday morning on Sheridan Road.
Family of slain pregnant mom hosts memorial project in her honor
The family of a slain pregnant mother hosted a memorial project on Wednesday in the Little Village neighborhood.
The family of a slain pregnant mother hosted a memorial project on Wednesday in the Little Village neighborhood.
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.
“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.
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.
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.
Community activists protest naming suburban middle school after Barack and Michelle Obama
FOX 32's Brittany Garzillo reports...
FOX 32's Brittany Garzillo reports...
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."
"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.
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.
Family of murder victim Rhoni Reuter concerned about Marni Yang's push for new trial
The family of murder victim Rhoni Reuter is speaking out for the first time about efforts by her convicted killer to win a new trial.
The family of murder victim Rhoni Reuter is speaking out for the first time about efforts by her convicted killer to win a new trial.
Family of murdered mom offers free diapers, food to other moms
MEMORIAL FOR A MURDERED MOM: Marlen Ochoa-Lopez was pregnant when she was killed and her baby was ripped from her body. Today, her family honored her memory by handing out food and diapers to moms in need.
MEMORIAL FOR A MURDERED MOM: Marlen Ochoa-Lopez was pregnant when she was killed and her baby was ripped from her body. Today, her family honored her memory by handing out food and diapers to moms in need.
Second man charged in deaths of Beach Park couple
A northern Illinois man arrested Wednesday in connection with an armed robbery in Gurnee has been charged with first-degree murder in the December deaths of a Beach Park couple, authorities announced Thursday.
A northern Illinois man arrested Wednesday in connection with an armed robbery in Gurnee has been charged with first-degree murder in the December deaths of a Beach Park couple, authorities announced Thursday.
More snow Sunday — followed by 'what will feel like a heat wave' — after snowiest 3 weeks since 1979
More snow could be on the way Sunday as a cold snap that has taken hold of the Chicago area begins to release its icy grip.
More snow could be on the way Sunday as a cold snap that has taken hold of the Chicago area begins to release its icy grip.
Waukegan man charged with killing ex-wife on Valentine’s Day
A Waukegan man was held on $2 million bail Wednesday for the murder of his ex-wife on Valentine’s Day in the north suburb.
A Waukegan man was held on $2 million bail Wednesday for the murder of his ex-wife on Valentine’s Day in the north suburb.
Former Chivas, America player charged with cocaine possession after traffic stop near Waukegan
Luis Alonso Sandoval-Oliva, a former soccer player whose career included appearances with Mexican club giants Guadalajara and America, was arrested on drug charges last week in the north suburbs.
Luis Alonso Sandoval-Oliva, a former soccer player whose career included appearances with Mexican club giants Guadalajara and America, was arrested on drug charges last week in the north suburbs.
Homework assignment asks 2nd graders: 'My dream for colored people in America is...'
"The assignment says ‘My dream for colored people in America is..." and the students are supposed to finish that sentence," the 2nd grader's mother said.
"The assignment says ‘My dream for colored people in America is..." and the students are supposed to finish that sentence," the 2nd grader's mother said.
Prosecutors may seek life sentence for Waukegan man who murdered married couple
Prosecutors may seek a sentence of life in prison for a 34-year-old Waukegan man who is charged with murdering a married couple in Beach Park in December.
Prosecutors may seek a sentence of life in prison for a 34-year-old Waukegan man who is charged with murdering a married couple in Beach Park in December.
Man dies in Waukegan apartment fire
A 76-year-old man died in an apartment fire Monday evening in Waukegan.
A 76-year-old man died in an apartment fire Monday evening in Waukegan.
Waukegan police officer hurt after driver crashes into squad car
A Waukegan police officer was injured after a woman lost control of her truck and struck the officer’s squad car Friday in the north suburb.
A Waukegan police officer was injured after a woman lost control of her truck and struck the officer’s squad car Friday in the north suburb.
Fire at vacant Waukegan building extinguished after 5 hours
About 50 firefighters spent five hours Christmas morning battling a blaze in a vacant building in north suburban Waukegan.
About 50 firefighters spent five hours Christmas morning battling a blaze in a vacant building in north suburban Waukegan.
Waves up to 14 feet high expected to flood lakeshore through Tuesday
Residents of Chicago and NW Indiana are being urged to avoid the lakefront as a dangerous combination of gusts and large waves pummels the shores of Lake Michigan.
Residents of Chicago and NW Indiana are being urged to avoid the lakefront as a dangerous combination of gusts and large waves pummels the shores of Lake Michigan.