‘He doesn’t deserve to be treated like a criminal’: Effort underway on behalf of man detained by ICE in Elgin Saturday

An effort is being made to clear allegations against a Venezuelan man detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents in Elgin Saturday.

One hospitalized after rollover crash into a creek near Elgin

One person suffered minor injuries and possible hypothermia after being trapped in their car when it rolled over and landed in a creek Thursday near Elgin.

Elgin police rebut DHS account of violence by protesters during immigration enforcement

Findings in a preliminary report by the Elgin Police Department refute claims made by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security that “rioters threw rocks and bottles” at Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents during immigration enforcement activities Saturday.

Volunteers honored at Elgin Area Chamber’s Thanksgiving luncheon

Over 100 guests attended the 44th annual Community Thanksgiving Luncheon organized by the Elgin Area Chamber of Commerce.Ten community volunteers were honored for their dedication and service to local nonprofit organizations.

The Week in Pictures features photographs made during November and December

Kane County Clerk’s office opens new satellite location in Elgin

The Kane County Clerk's office is opening a new satellite office in Elgin to provide services to the growing population in the northern part of the county. It will offer the same services as the main office in Geneva, including issuing birth, death and marriage certificates, and accepting passport applications.

Seasonal sips: Suburban bars and restaurants offer up festive holiday cocktails

Many suburban bars and restaurants have added some holiday spirit to their spirits, offering special cocktails for you to enjoy with friends and family in between the hustle and bustle of the season.

Elgin man twice accused of violating woman’s order of protection is ordered held in McHenry County jail

An Elgin man accused of posting an “explicit photo” of a Marengo woman on Snapchat, printing the photo onto a T-shirt and twice violating an order of protection has been detained in McHenry County jail, court records show.

Marklund nurse case manager honored as employee of the year

Shannon Gardner, a nurse case manager at Marklund, was named the organization's 2025 employee of the year. The DeKalb resident has served in various roles at Marklund for 19 years, including direct care, administrative services, and her current role overseeing cases for community and residential residents.

ICE arrests suspect after standoff between agents, protesters in Elgin

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security announced Monday the arrest of a man they claim is a suspected Venezuelan gang member in Elgin Saturday, during an operation marked by a standoff between agents and community members.