Waukegan, County seat in Lake County, Illinois, United States.
The industrial city of Waukegan extends along Lake Michigan's western shore, featuring a harbor, beach areas, and commercial districts across its territory.
The settlement changed its name from Little Fort to Waukegan in 1849, deriving from the Potawatomi language term for trading post.
The Genesee Theatre stands as a performing arts center in downtown Waukegan, presenting concerts, comedy shows, and theatrical productions throughout the year.
The city maintains multiple public transportation connections to Chicago through Metra rail services and Pace suburban bus operations.
Ray Bradbury incorporated elements of his hometown Waukegan into his literary works, referring to it as Green Town in several novels.
Location: Lake County
Inception: 1859
Elevation above the sea: 199 m
Website: https://waukeganil.gov
GPS coordinates: 42.36363,-87.84479
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:12
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