Kane County Reporter Report Stories

Community Listening Sessions To Come For Aurora Affordable Housing Strategy

By Kane County Reporter Report | Feb 6, 2024

The City of Aurora is currently developing an affordable housing strategy. Policies and priorities outlined in this plan will shape Aurora’s approach to affordable housing preservation and expansion over the next 10 years.

City of Elgin Announces Elevated Levels of Lead in Drinking Water of Some Homes with Lead Water Service Lines or Lead Plumbing

By Kane County Reporter Report | Feb 5, 2024

Important Information About Lead in City of Elgin Drinking Water

Aurora Celebrates Black History Month

By Kane County Reporter Report | Feb 5, 2024

The City of Aurora is proud to recognize and celebrate Black History Month!

Learn How the City is Helping Protect Residents from Lead Exposure

By Kane County Reporter Report | Jan 27, 2024

Attend an Open House on Tuesday, January 30 or Thursday, February 8

Long-Time Corporation Counsel/Chief Development Officer William Cogley to Retire

By Kane County Reporter Report | Jan 26, 2024

Christopher Beck Appointed

Attend an Open House on Wednesday, January 31

By Kane County Reporter Report | Jan 23, 2024

Get an update on the expansion plan for the Elgin Sports Complex.

Nominations Sought for the Mayor's Awards for Historic Preservation

By Kane County Reporter Report | Jan 21, 2024

Nominate an Elgin community member, group or organization for a 2024 Mayor’s Award for Historic Preservation by 5 p.m., Friday, February 23. Download a nomination form, which may also be picked up at City Hall, 150 Dexter Court.

Updates to Friday and Monday garbage and recycling collection services

By Kane County Reporter Report | Jan 17, 2024

WM crews work to collect garbage and recycling from residences unable to be serviced last Friday due to adverse weather. WM crews plan to complete these Friday routes first and then will begin work on Monday’s collections.

West Side Elgin Home and Vehicles Damaged by Fire

By Kane County Reporter Report | Jan 7, 2024

500 Block of Shenandoah Trail

Apply for a 2024 Historic Architectural Rehabilitation Grant by March 29

By Kane County Reporter Report | Jan 7, 2024

Property owners who own residential structures within locally designated historic districts or residential landmarks are encouraged to apply for a 2024 Historic Architectural Rehabilitation Grant by Friday, March 29. Applications may be downloaded online, or picked up at:

Application For Scheduled Bus Drop-Off

By Kane County Reporter Report | Dec 30, 2023

City Ordinance On Unscheduled Bus Stops

Police Officer Jordan Collins Resigns

By Kane County Reporter Report | Dec 30, 2023

Jordan Collins is resigning his position as a police officer with the city of Elgin. Collins was arrested by the Illinois Attorney General's Office on December 4 and is being charged with eight counts of possession of child pornography and two counts of reproduction of child pornography.

Request for Qualifications for 50-Acres Site Development Opportunity

By Kane County Reporter Report | Dec 27, 2023

The City of Aurora, Illinois (the “City”) is pleased to announce this offering of a key development site consisting of approximately 50 acres of developable land (the “Subject Parcels”) located in the Interstate 88/Bilter Road/Farnsworth Avenue Corridor (the “Development Corridor”). The city is the landowner and will consider utilizing this asset as a vehicle to foster the overall economics of the complex and/ or any individual component that produces a positive cost/ benefit. The purpose of this Request for Qualifications (“Request” or “RFQ”) is to solicit the interest of potential developers or development teams. The site could be purchased and developed by ONE MASTER DEVELOPER for the full 50-acres or from special users interested in only one use (i.e. the hotel only, the sports facility only, etc.).

Lords Park Zoo Saddened to Announce Death of Long-Time Bison

By Kane County Reporter Report | Dec 13, 2023

On Sunday, December 10, staff discovered that one of the Lords Park Zoo's bison, Becky age 24, was unable to get up by herself or with assistance. Following a veterinary exam, it was determined to humanely euthanize Becky. Becky was surrounded by her caretakers, a team committed to providing the best possible care to the animals at the zoo.

Information Released by Illinois Attorney General's Office

By Kane County Reporter Report | Dec 7, 2023

The Office of the Illinois Attorney General has recently released information regarding charges made against an Elgin police officer for possession of Child Pornography.

Download the City of Elgin App to Access City Service Information

By Kane County Reporter Report | Nov 20, 2023

Need to know when your garbage and recycling pick-up is or if it will be delayed? With the holidays coming, now's a great time to download the latest version of the City of Elgin app to use the "Garbage Day Search" feature and more:

Attend the Veterans Day Ceremony

By Kane County Reporter Report | Nov 8, 2023

Attend the Veterans Day Ceremony Friday, November 10

Elgin Fire Department Responds to Two Fires Overnight

By Kane County Reporter Report | Nov 4, 2023

Multiple Eastside Fires

Fire Damages Westside Home in Elgin

By Kane County Reporter Report | Nov 2, 2023

1500 Block of St. Andrew Circle

Leaf Collection Begins Monday, October 30

By Kane County Reporter Report | Oct 30, 2023

Elgin’s on-street leaf collection program for residents living within the City’s four designated areas begins Monday, October 30 and is expected to run through Thursday, December 7 (weather permitting). The only exception is the week of Thanksgiving, and Thursday’s leaves will be collected on Saturday, November 25. View a map of the leaf pick-up locations and schedule.

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