Elgin saw a 63% drop in gunshot cases and an 8% drop in violent crimes in 2025, end-of-the-year police data shows.

Elgin has started work needed to repair the National Street bridge, which is structurally deficient but still functional.

While the muskie fishing season remains months away, organizers of the expo did their best to stoke the fires of those looking for new equipment, the best muskie fishing spots and more.

The Fox River Valley Public Library District will offer an array of events in 2026 to celebrate 150 years in the Dundee Township area.

The District 2 seat has been vacant since October, and the District 9 seat was left open after Gary Daugherty resigned in December.

Roundup of small news items for the Elgin area.

Vincent Johnson’s book “Illustrious” captures high school gymnasiums across the state — your memories may be pictured here, too.

Ashley Waslo scores a career-high 19 points as Burlington Central wins 74-61 over Hampshire in the Fox Valley Conference.