Mayor Taylor with Santa and his elf getting their picture taken after the Tree Lighting in Jack Benny Plaza. (Credit: Gerardo Gordillo)
Waukegan Tree Lighting 2023
Waukegan Tree Lighting in Jack Benny Plaza on December 2, 2023. (Credit: Jay Stephen)
Waukegan Beach at Sunrise
Waukegan Beach is open 365 days a year and is frequented by photographers, birders, residents, and visitors. (Credit: Daniel Coad)
Waukegan Skyline in Autumn
The skyline of Waukegan bathed in October sunshine, taken from Waukegan Beach. (Credit: James A. Wright Jr.)
Waukegan River Autumn
Waukegan is alive with autumn colors, including the leaves of the many trees at Bowen Park. (Credit: Mary Neely)
The start of Scoop 2023!
Scoop 2023 had a hometown vibe, enjoyed by thousands, and was a community builder. Scoop 2024 is slated for July 12 - 13. (Credit: Austin Cantu)
Washington Park's Veterans Memorial Plaza
The statue of Waukegan's own Orion Howe, one of the youngest Medal of Honor recipients, is featured along with names of those who paid the ultimate price for freedom. (Credit: Jay Stephen)
Folklorico dancers
The celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month and Fiestas Patrias brings the community together. (Credit: Tracy Adams)
Waukegan High School Bulldogs Marching Band
Congrats to BMB on their 2nd Place Finish at the Chicagoland Marching Band Competition and their 2nd Place Finish at the Naperville Central HS Competition! (Credit: David Grayson)
