From a Bush to a Kennedy, Judson University bridges political gap

Christian college celebrates tenth year of World Leaders Forum, which has featured heads of states and entertainers

Elgin-Area Unemployment Rate Increased In June: Feds

But national figures point to a rebound when local data for July becomes available next month.

Coronavirus Transmission 'Substantial' In Kane County: CDC

The CDC recommends indoor public mask use for vaccinated and unvaccinated Elgin residents.

'A Time Bomb Ticking': See Rental Arrears In Kane County

Many in the Elgin area behind on rent. A national eviction moratorium is set to expire Saturday.

City Of Elgin: Elgin Police Department Transparency Website Receives Special Achievement Award

The transparency website was launched January 13, 2021 after intensive work by staff from both the City's police department and GIS divi ...

City Of Elgin: "Welcome Back, Elgin" Celebrates The Arts And The Newly Renovated Civic Plaza

See the latest announcement from the City of Elgin.

Elgin Area Unemployment Decreases: Feds

The unemployment rate in Kane County decreased recently.

City Of Elgin: Holiday Hours

See the latest announcement from the City of Elgin.

Kane County Ahead Of Biden's Coronavirus Vaccine Goal

This is how the Elgin area compares to Illinois for coronavirus vaccinations.

City Of Elgin: Elgin Seeking Applicants For Community Task Force On Policing

The City of Elgin is seeking community members to serve on the new community task force on policing. Applications are available at cityo ...

City Of Elgin: Wing Park Pool Opens For Season

Hours of operation Open swim: Sunday-Thursday 12:00-6:00 p.m. and Friday-Saturday 12:00-7:30 p.m. Lap swim: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9 ...

City Of Elgin: Elgin Announces Fourth Of July Celebrations

The City of Elgin will celebrate the Fourth of July a bit differently this year. The traditional Fourth of July Parade will not be held, ...

Unemployment Improves In Elgin Area: Feds

Kane County's unemployment rate is lower than the Illinois average.

City Of Elgin: City Of Elgin To Survey Residents

See the latest announcement from the City of Elgin.

The Digital Divide: How Elgin Area Compares In Internet Usage

More than 150 million Americans don’t use the internet at broadband speeds. See how the Elgin area compares.

Federal Tax Refunds In Kane County: How Do Yours Compare?

You can use IRS data to compare your tax payments and refunds to others in Kane County.

Where To Vote Early In Elgin During 2021 Election: Map

Check out our map of Kane County early voting locations to see where you can cast your ballot ahead of the April 6 election.

Early Voting Underway In Elgin For 2021 Election

Kane County voters can now cast their ballots at the clerk’s offices in Geneva and Aurora. More locations are set to open Monday.

Elgin To Get $1.2M In Rebuild Illinois Transportation Grants

Illinois is sending $250 million in transportation grants to help counties, municipalities and townships address their transportation needs.

Elgin Twp. Democrats, Republicans Pick Nominees For 2021 Election

Elgin Township recorded a voter turnout of just 1.7 percent during the 2021 primary Tuesday.

Elgin Voters Must Apply For Mail-In Ballots For 2021 Elections

Kane County mailed applications to more than 200,000 registered voters in 2020 due to the coronavirus, but that will not continue in 2021.

Kane And Cook Counties Accepting Vote-By-Mail Applications For Primary And Consolidated Elections

Consolidated Primary Election contests for Elgin Township Supervisor and Highway Commissioner are Feb. 23.

Elgin Renters Could Get Help From $15M Kane County Program

Kane County is set to receive about $15 million in federal funding for emergency rental relief, which could help thousands in the area.

Ecker Center Earns $38K Grant From Geneva Mental Health Board

The Geneva Mental Health Board recently awarded $200,000 to 13 nonprofit agencies in the area to support their services amid the pandemic.

Elgin Nonprofits Get $718K In Coronavirus Relief From Kane County

The Kane County Board is sending some of the county's federal coronavirus-relief funding to 10 Elgin nonprofits.

Elgin City Council Candidate Lottery Scheduled

The lottery is open to the public and the drawing will take place on Wednesday, Dec. 2.

Problems At The Polls In Elgin? Let Patch Know

If you've experienced any issues at the polls, we want to hear from you.

Voting In Elgin: Everything You Need To Know

Here's what you need to know before heading out to vote on Election Day.

Elgin Voter Guide: 2020 General Election

Everything you need to know about voting in the Nov. 3 election, including early and mail-in voting, grace-period registration and more.

National Vote Early Day: What To Know In Elgin

Over 40 million Americans have already voted in the 2020 general election. Here’s how to join them on national Vote Early Day.

New Restrictions Start Friday In Elgin: What To Know

State officials have imposed new restrictions in Region 8 after a surge in coronavirus cases. Here’s what that means for you.

Elgin To Get $5M In Coronavirus Relief From Kane County

Kane County officials recently finalized their plans to split $27.7 million in federal funds among more than two dozen municipalities.

Elgin Unemployment Climbs 158% Since August 2019

Elgin posted an unemployment rate of 11.1 percent in August, up from 4.3 percent 12 months prior.

Early Voting In Elgin Starts Sept. 24: See Where To Vote

Residents can vote at the clerk’s office in Geneva starting Sept. 24. Several other locations will also serve as early voting places.

Elgin Homeowners Eligible For $15K Mortgage Relief Grant

The Illinois Housing Development Authority is accepting applications through Sept. 4 from homeowners affected by the coronavirus pandemic.

Protests To Support US Postal Service Saturday In Kane County

Residents have planned protests at post offices in Elgin and Sugar Grove.

Elgin Tenants Can Apply For $5K Grant To Pay Rent Amid Pandemic

The Illinois Housing Development Authority is accepting applications for its emergency rental assistance program through Aug. 28.

Coronavirus Relief In South Elgin Cuts $60 From Water Bills

As part of coronavirus relief efforts, the South Elgin cut cutting $30 off the next two water bills for residents and businesses.

Northwest Bible Baptist Postpones Reopening After Warning Letter

'Much prayer and consideration has gone into this decision," NWBBC Pastor Keith Gomez wrote in a May 15 Facebook post.

Northwest Bible Baptist To Reopen For In-Person Sunday Services

Attorneys for Northwest Bible Baptist Church in Elgin informed state officials in a letter May 1 of plans to reopen Sunday.