City of Waukegan
Recent News About City of Waukegan
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Waukegan announces 2024 leaf collection schedule
Leaf collection in Waukegan will commence in the last week of October. LRS aims to follow the schedule closely, though weather conditions and leaf fall rates may necessitate daily adjustments. Residents are advised not to rake leaves into the street or place them in plastic bags, as leaf burning is prohibited.
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Waukegan announces official trick-or-treat hours for 2024
Waukegan's official Trick or Treat will take place on Sunday, October 27, from 2 pm to 5 pm. The Waukegan Police Department has issued several safety tips for residents and visitors to follow during the festivities.
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Tazewell County houses 6 new registered sex offenders as of August 2024
The Illinois Police Sex Offender Registry shows there were six new registered sex offenders living in Tazewell County in August 2024.
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City seeks proposals for crosswalk mural submissions
The City is seeking proposals for crosswalk murals. Interested artists can view the Call for Artists packet for more information on locations, stipends, selection criteria, and other details. The submission period is open from June 14 to July 8, 2024, until 8 a.m.
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Registered sex offenders: 14 new new living in Peoria County as of May 2024
The Illinois Police Sex Offender Registry shows there were 14 new registered sex offenders living in Peoria County in May 2024.
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Waukegan seeks resident help for lead service line identification
The Illinois Lead Service Line Replacement and Notification Act, which took effect in January 2022, has necessitated communities to devise and execute plans to identify and remove lead water service lines (LSLs) from the public water main to the connection with the plumbing inside buildings.
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April 2024: 4 new registered sex offenders living in Tazewell County
Tazewell County had four new sex offenders registered as living there in April 2024, according to the Illinois Police Sex Offender Registry.
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American Independence Parade in Waukegan to Feature Senator Adriane Johnson as Grand Marshal
The Waukegan Park District is currently accepting applications for the 2024 American Independence Parade, scheduled to take place on Sunday, June 30, 2024. The parade, with the theme of "Star Spangled Celebration," will commence at 1 pm and proceed north on Sheridan Road from Franklin Street to Jack Benny Drive.Leading the parade as the Grand Marshal will be Senator Adriane Johnson, who represents the 30th District in the Illinois State Senate, including Waukegan. Senator Johnson, known for her advocacy for parks and recreation, has a notable background having served as...
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Viva la Independencia Parade 2024
"Waukegan will be hosting the VIVA LA INDEPENDENCIA Parade 2024 on Sunday, Sep 15, 2024, from Washington St to downtown Waukegan, from 12pm to 3pm. The event will feature floats, live music, folklore dances, and much more," announced Juntoz NFP, the organization hosting the parade.For more information about the event, individuals are encouraged to visit the Juntoz NFP website at https://juntoznfp.com/.
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The Registry shows 23 new sex offenders living in Tazewell County in Q1
There are 23 new registered sex offenders living in Tazewell County as of the first quarter of 2024, according to the Police Sex Offender Registry.
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Peoria County has 52 new registered sex offenders in Q1
The Illinois Police Sex Offender Registry shows there are 52 new registered sex offenders living in Peoria County as of the first quarter of 2024.
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The Registry shows 4 new sex offenders living in Tazewell County as of March 2024
There were four new registered sex offenders living in Tazewell County in March 2024, compared to the month before, according to the Illinois Police Sex Offender Registry.
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Registered sex offenders: 5 new new living in Fulton County as of March 2024
There were five new registered sex offenders living in Fulton County in March 2024, compared to the month before, according to the Illinois Police Sex Offender Registry.
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Public Hearing Scheduled for City of Waukegan Budget and Appropriations Ordinance Review
The City of Waukegan in Illinois has announced a Public Hearing on the City of Waukegan Budget and Appropriations Ordinance for the upcoming fiscal year. The hearing is set to take place on March 25, 2024, at 6:00 pm in the City Hall Council Chambers located at 100 N Martin Luther King Jr. Ave, Waukegan, IL 60085.According to a public notice, "A copy of the tentative Budget and Appropriations Ordinance will be available for public inspection on the City’s website and in the Office of the City Clerk as of March 15, 2024." This allows residents and interested parties to...
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Friends & Family CPR Course
The Waukegan Fire Department offers the American Heart Association Friends & Family CPR course for people ages 15+.
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UDO Public Meetings
The City's Planning & Zoning department is heading up a Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) project, with input from other City departments and outside stakeholders. The UDO will simplify and update ruled related to development, business and land use.
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The Registry shows 11 new sex offenders living in Macon County as of February 2024
Macon County had 11 new sex offenders registered as living there in February 2024, according to the Illinois Police Sex Offender Registry.
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Tazewell County houses 13 new registered sex offenders as of February 2024
The Illinois Police Sex Offender Registry shows there were 13 new registered sex offenders living in Tazewell County in February 2024.
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Peoria County called home by 7 new registered sex offenders as of February 2024
There were seven new registered sex offenders living in Peoria County in February 2024, compared to the month before, according to the Illinois Police Sex Offender Registry.
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Waukegan Fire Department Offers Friends & Family CPR Course for Public
The Waukegan Fire Department in Illinois is providing a vital service to the community by offering the American Heart Association Friends & Family CPR course for individuals aged 15 and above. The course, while informative and beneficial, does not come with a CPR certification card upon completion.Participants in this course will learn essential lifesaving skills, including adult, child, and infant Hands-Only CPR, as well as adult, child, and infant AED use. Additionally, attendees will be instructed on how to handle mild and severe airway blockages for individuals of all...