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Middle school student attacked, injured by suspect during school dismissal in Waukegan

A middle school student is recovering after school officials say they were injured during an attack following dismissal at a school in Waukegan. John Lewis Middle School Principal Molly Schaefer this week sent a letter to parents informing them of increased safety measures around the school campus during dismissal times. The measures come in response […]

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Warrant issued for man who allegedly strangled, body slammed teacher after forcing way into Waukegan school

A warrant has been issued for a male suspect who authorities say forced his way into a Waukegan middle school and strangled a teacher while accompanied by a female suspect. The Waukegan Police Department and Waukegan Fire Department responded around 7:12 a.m. on May 23 to John Lewis Middle School, 600 South Lewis Avenue, for […]

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Police respond after 2 adults force way into Waukegan middle school, injure 2 staff members

Police were called and a lockdown was issued at John Lewis Middle School in Waukegan after two adults forced their way into the school and attacked staff members, injuring two of them. The Waukegan Police Department and Waukegan Fire Department responded around 7:15 a.m. Tuesday to the school, located at 600 South Lewis Avenue. Co-Principals […]