2 People Killed In Crash After Car Swerves To Avoid Deer: Kane Sheriff

Two people died and two others sustained serious injuries in the four-car crash at the intersection of Plank Road and Switzer Road.

Elgin Man Sentenced For Firing Gun At Police Officers

The man was not legally allowed to possess a firearm as he was a convicted felon at the time, officials said.

ICE Officials Remove Man From Elgin Home: Authorities

The U.S. Marshals Great Lakes Regional Fugitive Task Force accompanied ICE on the detail Tuesday.

Off-Duty Kane County Deputy Cleared In Teen's Fatal Shooting: Mosser

Two women were indicted in the July 8, 2024, death of an 18-year-old man during a fight involving multiple people, officials said.

Kane County Man Gets 49 Years In Prison For Sexually Assaulting Child

A jury found Ernesto Velasquez-Jimenez guilty of predatory criminal sexual assault and aggravated criminal sexual abuse of a child.

Donations Sought After Fires At Homeless Encampment

A blaze was reported at the encampment near State and Wing streets at about 11:49 p.m. Thursday.

Elgin Man Jailed In Fatal Stabbing Of Woman

French Pierre faces first-degree murder charges in connection with the death of Dreanna D. Booker.

Fire Reported At Homeless Encampment In Elgin

No one was injured in the blaze, which was reported at about 4:50 p.m. near North State Street and Kimball Street.

Gang Member Fatally Stabs Man, 21, Over His Clothing Choice: Officials

Anthony Contreras is accused of fatally stabbing Sunday Ogunjimi, 36, earlier this month in Elgin.

Murder Charges Filed In Elgin Stabbing Death

A 21-year-old Elgin man now faces first-degree murder charges in connection with the Saturday stabbing in Elgin.

1 Dead In Elgin Stabbing

The stabbing happened in the 1000 block of Cedar Avenue at about 12:30 p.m. Saturday.

Off-Duty Deputy Involved In Fatal Shooting: Kane County Authorities

While the state's attorney offered sparse details, the sheriff told WGN the off-duty deputy interrupted a robbery in progress.

Kane County Man, 26, Faces 45 Child Pornography Charges: Mosser

The man disseminated and possessed multiple child pornography videos and photos prior to Nov. 17, 2023, Kane County officials said.

Man Who Killed Wife, Left Body With Kids, Pleads Guilty: Authorities

He faces 20 to 60 years in prison, authorities said.

Coroner IDs Woman Killed After Being Hit By Vehicles In Elgin

The collision happened earlier this month in Elgin.

Kane County Jury Convicts Man In Sex Assault Case

The 45-year-old Elgin man could now face a lengthy prison term.

Elgin Man Charged With Murder In 2021 Death Of Infant Son: Prosecutor

Maik M. Davis also faces 19 counts of aggravated battery after a grand jury indicted him, alleging he beat his son and another infant girl.

Man Hit, Killed By Vehicle On Christmas Eve: Police

.The collision happened at Lake Street and Club Tree Drive in Bartlett, authorities said.

17-Year-Old Girl Charged In Death Of 2 South Elgin Students

Aanomeya Henry faces reckless homicide charges after officials say she was under the influence of marijuana when she collided with a truck.

Man Dies After Elderly Mother Accidentally Hits Him With SUV: Police

The collision happened Wednesday afternoon west of Elgin. A 63-year-old Hampshire man was killed in the incident.

Man Killed Near Elgin After Mother's Foot Slips Off Brake: PD

Police say Steve Ackmann died after he was struck by an SUV that his mother was moving in her driveway when she accidentally hit the gas.

Elgin Cop Faces Child Porn Charges, Arrested On Duty: AG

Jordan Collins, a five-year veteran of the department, was arrested after investigators said they found child porn at his Kirkland home.

Big Timber Road Closed Following Traffic Crash

Authorities closed eastbound and westbound Big Timber Road between Randall Road and North Lyle Avenue Wednesday morning.

2 South Elgin High School Students Killed, 3 Injured In Crash: PD

Two of the four students in a Honda Civic were killed in the crash, which involved in a semi-tractor trailer on Illinois Route 25.

Former Elgin Teacher Charged With Sexually Abusing 2 Students

Frank R. Walaitis of The Learning Tree is charged with six counts of aggravated sexual abuse with children under the age of 13.

Serious Traffic Crash Closes Route 25 In Bartlett: Police

The accident happened at around 7:30 a.m. Monday, according to police.

Botched Drug Robbery Led To Killing In Antioch Apartment: Authorities

A South Elgin man and an Antioch woman face murder charges over the Labor Day slaying of a 42-year-old from Racine, Wisconsin.

Illinois American Water Reminds Motorists to Move Over for Safety

Social Media #moveover Campaign Reinforces Scott’s Law

2 Dead, 4 Wounded After Shooting At Gathering In Elgin

Police said the victims were men with injuries ranging from serious to non-life-threatening.

2 Men Face Attempted Murder Charges After Elgin Shooting

The two men stole from an Elgin home Thursday and shot the homeowner in the chest when he confronted them, officials said.

IAW Urges Customers Against Utility Worker Imposters and Scams

Illinois American Water is urging customers to guard themselves against utility imposters and scams.

Bartlett Man Faces Multiple Felony Charges In Elgin Bar Stabbing

Jason Ostrego, 28, was arrested this week after police said he used a pocket knife to stab one person and slash someone else in the face.

Man Dies After Car Hits Utility Pole, Rolls Over In Crash: Cops

After the Plato Road crash, an 82-year-old man was taken to a local hospital where he was later pronounced dead, according to deputies.

4 Pounds Of 'Black Market Pills' Seized From Man's Car: Sheriff

According to the Kane County Sheriff's Office, Dante Howse was carrying OxyContin and Adderall pills that contained fentanyl and meth.

1 Dead, 5 injured In Separate Elgin Shootings

Two of those injured were listed in critical condition, police said. One of the shootings was captured in a video posted to social media.

Woman Bit Police Officer, Family Member: Prosecutors

Fang Wang, 42, is facing multiple charges of aggravated battery and attempting to disarm a police officer.

1 Dead, 2 Injured In Plank Road Car Crash: Kane County Sheriff

A man in a Toyota RAV4 was driving down Plank Road when, for reasons unknown, he veered past the center line and hit a Chevy pickup head on.

Expressway Shooting Leaves Elgin Man Critically Injured: ISP

Illinois State Police said the 25-year-old was traveling westbound near Beverly Road when he was shot by someone in another vehicle.

Bicyclist, 60, Dead After Wednesday Afternoon Crash: Police

Authorities said they know the man's name but are waiting to release it until his relatives are notified of his death.

School Bus Crash Caused Minor Injuries, Lane Closures: Police

Police said a school bus was involved in a traffic crash Thursday at around 3 p.m. near Route 59 and West Bartlett Road.