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Retired service members from VFW Post 2245 gave a presentation at the USO yesterday on how the United States fought and ...
06/05/2026

Retired service members from VFW Post 2245 gave a presentation at the USO yesterday on how the United States fought and won the Battle of Midway. The Battle of Midway, fought over and near Midway Atoll—approximately 1,500 nautical miles northwest of Hawaii—marked a pivotal turning point and the strategic high water mark of the Pacific War.

Capt. Steve Yargosz, commanding officer of Naval Station Great Lakes presents Operations Specialist 2nd Class Ethan S. R...
06/05/2026

Capt. Steve Yargosz, commanding officer of Naval Station Great Lakes presents Operations Specialist 2nd Class Ethan S. Rogers with the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal at the end of his tour. Congratulations on your accomplishment.

Congratulations to MM1 Zupo on his reenlistment and being promoted to Petty Officer 1st Class. Thank you for your servic...
06/01/2026

Congratulations to MM1 Zupo on his reenlistment and being promoted to Petty Officer 1st Class. Thank you for your service and all of the hard work you do for the Navy.

Congratulations to everyone who received awards today. Thank you for all the hard work.
05/29/2026

Congratulations to everyone who received awards today. Thank you for all the hard work.

Today, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Their cou...
05/25/2026

Today, we pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. Their courage and selflessness will never be forgotten.

CNIC N9 launched a new, targeted training series dedicated to equipping single Sailor parents with the tools they need t...
05/21/2026

CNIC N9 launched a new, targeted training series dedicated to equipping single Sailor parents with the tools they need to successfully balance family responsibilities and mission readiness.

Please join us in congratulating our newly screened Senior Chief and Master Chief! MACS Jami Tedrow and MAC David Sims
05/20/2026

Please join us in congratulating our newly screened Senior Chief and Master Chief! MACS Jami Tedrow and MAC David Sims

05/12/2026

Some missions never make the headlines… but they still save lives. 🇺🇸🩸

Right now, blood on the shelf means strength for service members, families, retirees, and patients around the world. One donation can make the difference when seconds matter.

If you’ve ever wondered how you can support the mission without wearing the uniform every day — this is one way.

💪 Donate blood.
⚓ Support the force.
🪖 Help save lives.

Drop your branch in the comments 👇
Army? Navy? Air Force? Marines? Coast Guard? Space Force?

And tag someone who would step up when called. 🇺🇸

05/06/2026
Last Friday we celebrated the opening of the new Forrestal Elementary School with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Thank you t...
05/04/2026

Last Friday we celebrated the opening of the new Forrestal Elementary School with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Thank you to everyone that attended and helped make this new school possible. 🎉

05/04/2026

Today, we proudly recognize International Firefighters’ Day and honor our fellow brothers and sisters in the fire service.

Firefighters across the world answer the call with courage, compassion, and dedication, often putting the safety of others before their own. Whether responding to fires, medical emergencies, rescues, disasters, or helping educate the community, their commitment does not go unnoticed.

To every firefighter serving near and far: thank you for your sacrifice, your bravery, and your unwavering service to others. We honor those who continue to serve, and we remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

Happy International Firefighters’ Day.

05/03/2026

Today we Honor and Remember PO2 Tyrus Cobb and the family left behind. NEVER FORGOTTEN!

05/03/2026

SAVE THE DATE!

05/02/2026

Today we Honor and Remember CPO Billy Spillers and the family left behind. NEVER FORGOTTEN!

05/02/2026

Today we Honor and Remember 2nd LT Peter Murner Jr. and the family left behind. NEVER FORGOTTEN!

Personnel from the Naval Station Great Lakes Security Department stand for an early Service Dress White inspection. The ...
05/01/2026

Personnel from the Naval Station Great Lakes Security Department stand for an early Service Dress White inspection. The team conducted the check ahead of the seasonal change to ensure total mission readiness.

It's time for the shift to dress whites. Naval Station Great Lakes held a uniform inspection in preparation for the unif...
04/29/2026

It's time for the shift to dress whites. Naval Station Great Lakes held a uniform inspection in preparation for the uniform shift.

Congratulations to MM2 St.Amand and BM2 Hawkins on their reenlistment. Thank you both for everything you do for the Navy...
04/28/2026

Congratulations to MM2 St.Amand and BM2 Hawkins on their reenlistment. Thank you both for everything you do for the Navy.

Service members, civilians and dependents take part in a Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month (SAAPM) 5K "color...
04/23/2026

Service members, civilians and dependents take part in a Sexual Assault Awareness and Prevention Month (SAAPM) 5K "color" run aboard Naval Station Great Lakes. SAAPM is observed every April as a dedicated way to raise public awareness about sexual violence, educating communities on prevention while supporting survivors.

Happy Earth Day! 🌎 Naval Station Great Lakes celebrated by cleaning up the base. Here are some pictures of one the group...
04/22/2026

Happy Earth Day! 🌎 Naval Station Great Lakes celebrated by cleaning up the base. Here are some pictures of one the groups picking up trash on Nunn Beach.

04/22/2026
Bryn Hudson, supervisory librarian, and guest reader Bob Onan, a maintenance worker with Morale, Welfare and Recreation ...
04/21/2026

Bryn Hudson, supervisory librarian, and guest reader Bob Onan, a maintenance worker with Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) dressed as Bob the Builder, kick off the reopening of the Naval Station Great Lakes MWR Library by leading children in dance, activities, and story time to celebrate the occasion.

🚧 Fire Hydrant Flushing Notice 🚧Fire hydrant flushing will take place April 20 – May 30, from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., ac...
04/20/2026

🚧 Fire Hydrant Flushing Notice 🚧

Fire hydrant flushing will take place April 20 – May 30, from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., across the entire installation, including housing, RTC, John Paul Jones, and the Federal Health Care Center.

💧 What to Expect:
Each hydrant will be flushed for approximately 5–15 minutes
Flushing helps maintain clean, safe drinking water
You may notice temporary discoloration of water

If discoloration occurs, simply run your water for 5–15 minutes until it clears. Please use caution when washing white laundry during this time to avoid staining.

⚠️ Safety Reminder:
Do not walk or drive through flowing hydrant water. While it may appear harmless, it can cause injury or property damage.

If you have questions please contact is at [email protected]

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2601E Paul Jones Street
North Chicago, IL
60088

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 7pm
Sunday 10am - 6pm

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(847)3400495

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