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News in Elgin · 6 sources

Elgin news

2 stories about Elgin in the past 90 days, plus the town’s own website and 6 games on the schedule. Latest: “Basketball On Demand Games - St. Edward High School - Elgin, IL” from NFHS Network, Oct 8.

Latest about Elgin

The newest stories with Elgin in the headline, one per story.

Straight from the source

From Town Hall, the schools and the library

24 notices in the past month and 6 public meetings this week, read every morning from Elgin’s own websites. Each one opens on the site that posted it.

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Town hallElgin town website
cityofelgin.org ↗
Latest notices
  1. City Council Candidate Ballot Placement Lottery Scheduled

    The drawing will take place at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 3, in the Office of the City Clerk located in the Robert Gilliam Municipal Complex, 150 Dexter Court.

    2 days ago
  2. Elgin Mayor David J. Kaptain Named First Mayoral Recipient of Champion of Metro West Award

    Elgin Mayor David J. Kaptain was selected to receive the Champion of Metro West award, becoming the first mayor in the organization's history to earn the honor.

    6 days ago
  3. City of Elgin Now Accepting Applications for 2027 Outdoor Event Incentive Program

    Applications open for Elgin’s 2027 Outdoor Event Incentive Program. Apply by Wednesday, Nov. 11 for in-kind City support for outdoor events taking place in 2027.

    6 days ago
5 more from cityofelgin.org
  1. From Stevie Wonder to Billy Joel: The Greatest Piano Men Live at The Hemmens on Saturday, May 16Oct 21
  2. Mariachi Divas Bring Grammy-Winning All-Female Mariachi to The Hemmens Sunday, May 24Oct 21
  3. Las Cafeteras Bring 'Hasta La Muerte' to The HemmensOct 21
  4. The Time Warp Comes to The Hemmens with The Rocky Horror Picture ShowOct 21
  5. Fall Leaf Pick-Up Program Begins Oct. 26Oct 19
Coming up
Read every morning from cityofelgin.org’s news and calendar.
SchoolsSchool District U-46
u-46.org ↗
Latest notices
  1. Our Students, Their Stories: Building Study Skills and Confidence, the AVID Way

    Goal 4: Ready to Embrace a Diverse & Changing World In elementary school, Khaliyah Tintera always felt a step behind. School papers were scattered across her bedroom and stu...

    6 days ago
  2. U-46’s Early Learner Team Honored for Creating a Difference

    School District U-46’s Early Learner Initiatives department, which serves nearly 1,600 children each year through accessible, high-quality preschool programming, won in the “Creat...

    Oct 26
  3. U-46’s Dr. Ann Williams Receives Distinguished Eagle Award

    Capital Strategy and Operations Officer recognized for her contributions to the school business profession The School District U-46 Board of Education recognized Dr. Ann William...

    Oct 21
5 more from u-46.org
  1. View Photo Highlights from El Trote de las Calcas 5k 2026Oct 20
  2. U-46's New Community Advisory Council - Your input is needed.Oct 13
  3. U-46 Middle School Teacher from Spain Featured in Courier-News ArticleOct 7
  4. Senior Postsecondary DaySep 30
  5. Our Students, Their Stories: A Taste of Home Inspires a Student’s FutureSep 28
Read every morning from u-46.org’s news.
SchoolsCentral Community Unit School District 301
central301.net ↗
Latest notices
  1. Parent University – Navigating Online Tools

    Hello Falcon Families! I am reaching out to invite you to our upcoming Parent University session, Navigating Online Tools, on Wednesday, October 14 at PKMS. This session will walk families through the online platforms and resources our students use each day, including Skyward, Canvas, and OTUS. You…

    Oct 5
  2. Parent University – Run with the Falcons!

    Have you ever wondered how PKMS students run the “Marathon” during PE class? Well, now is your chance to find out! Join members of our PKMS PE and Encore staff at the PK Track on Monday, October 5 at 4:30 PM to run a version of the “Marathon” alongside your Prairie Knolls student(s). ​ Parents […]…

    Oct 5
  3. 🏀 Basketball, Positivity & a Growth Mindset! 🏀

    Our students had an exciting visit from Parker Basketball Jones for a high-energy assembly filled with amazing basketball tricks, fun, and plenty of laughs! 🏀✨ Beyond the basketball skills, students learned important lessons about embracing positivity, believing in themselves, and developing a grow…

    Sep 15
5 more from central301.net
  1. Follow Prairie Knolls on Facebook!Sep 13
  2. A Home Run to Remember! ⚾Sep 8
  3. Strumming into Fifth Grade!Sep 3
  4. HBT Principal for the DaySep 1
  5. Getting to Know 3W!Aug 28
Read every morning from central301.net’s news.
SchoolsCommunity Unit School District 300
d300.org ↗
Latest notices
  1. Illinois State Board of Education Releases 2026 Illinois Report Card3 days ago
  2. An Update from Superintendent Smith: Illinois Report Card Update, D300 Bond Referendum Information3 days ago
  3. District 300 Bond Referendum - A Closer Look: Aging Buildings and Infrastructure5 days ago
5 more from d300.org
  1. District 300 Bond Referendum - A Closer Look: Increasing Student Enrollment6 days ago
  2. D300 Report Cards Emailed from BrightArrow TechnologiesOct 26
  3. 15-minute Informational Sessions: Proposed Stadium ImprovementsOct 14
  4. Learn About the District 300 Bond Referendum at One of Five Community MeetingsOct 13
  5. An Update from Superintendent Smith: Community Meetings for Bond Referendum, Approved Budget Now Online, and MoreOct 9
Read every morning from d300.org’s news.
LibraryGail Borden Public Library District
gailborden.info ↗
Visit gailborden.info for notices and events.
Elgin’s news, by source

Who’s covering Elgin

Elgin was in the news from 1 outlet in the past 90 days, led by NFHS Network with 2 stories about Elgin. Stories with Elgin in the headline come first; every one opens on its publisher’s site.

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Elgin sports

High-school and local teams, from the sports pages.

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Headlines come from the outlets that cover Elgin, found through Google News; stories with Elgin in the headline come first, and outlets or places that aren’t Elgin, IL are left out. Articles belong to their publishers and aren’t independently verified; every story links to the publisher who wrote it. Topics are sorted automatically from each headline’s words. Notices, meetings and events come from the town, school district and library websites, read every morning and linked to the page that posted them. Game listings come from the NFHS Network.