Elgin Community College Environmental Biology Students Visit Local Water & Wastewater Treatment Plants

Biology students at Elgin Community College learned how local water systems operate at two water and wastewater treatment facilities.

Elgin Community College Announces Fall 2025 Commencement Student Speakers

Fall 2025 Student Speakers call their time at Elgin Community College a “transformative experience,” and “my second chance”

Elgin Community College's Culinary Arts Department Raises Funds for Spring Italy Trip

In May 2026, a group of Elgin Community College culinary arts students will head to Italy for a week-long experience.

Elgin Symphony Orchestra Holiday concerts

Holiday Brass & Percussion concerts and annual Holiday Spectacular concerts usher in the season

Veterans invited for complimentary lunch on November 14

The Atrium at Oak Crest is pleased to honor local veterans and provide a complimentary lunch.

Elgin Community College Celebrates International Week this November

During International Week, Elgin Community College will showcase global traditions and perspectives through a variety of events.

Elgin Community College Fall Job Fair Draws More than 400 Guests

​Elgin Community College welcomed more than 400 job seekers to its Fall 2025 Job Fair on October 22, 2025.

Elgin Community College’s Culinary Department Presents Flavors for Flights Wine Dinner

ECC culinary students to serve special wine dinner on Nov. 7, 2025.

Elgin Community College to Host Volunteer Fair to Inspire Community Connection

On October 28, 2025, Elgin Community College’s Office of Student Life will host a Volunteer Fair in celebration of Make a Difference Day.

Elgin Community College Welcomes Second Cohort of Seigle Scholars

The 2025-26 Seigle Scholars were honored on September 24 at Elgin Community College. Recipients receive full scholarships.

Elgin Community College Celebrates Founders’ Day with Awards and Scholarship Support at Brunch

Elgin Community College hosted its Founders’ Day Brunch on Saturday, September 13 honoring individuals who exemplify service.

Elgin Community College Center for Emergency Services Hosts Open House & Touch a Truck Event

Climb aboard fire engines and patrol vehicles, watch live firefighter training, and meet first responders

The Family Court Evaluation Trap: How 604(b) Custody Reports Are Ignored—at the Children's Expense

When courts allow biased second opinions to override court-appointed evaluations, families pay the price—and children pay the highest one.

The Literacy Connection's 2nd Annual Resource Fair

Celebrating National Literacy Month with Fairy Tale Theme

When the Holidays Hurt: How High-Conflict Co-Parents Exploit Holiday Parenting Time—and the Courts That Allow

Toxic co-parents exploit holidays to disrupt parenting time—and courts rarely intervene.

Breaking the Silence: Holding Cook County Family Court Accountable

Families deserve transparency and justice—file complaints with Cook County Family Court to demand accountability and meaningful reform.

Family Court in the Dark: How Secrecy Shields Systemic Failure

Lack of oversight in family courts enables delays, inaction, and injustice—with no clear path for parents to report or appeal what’s broken.

Invisible Wounds: How Family Court Failures Harm the Children They're Meant to Protect

When courts ignore custody violations, children suffer emotional harm—instability, confusion, and loss become part of their daily lives.

Pay to Parent: The Hidden Financial Toll of Family Court Inaction

Parents in Illinois spend thousands to enforce rights they already have—while courts do nothing to stop repeat custody order violations.

“Thank You for Your Automated Concern”: When Family Courts Answer Systemic Failures with Self-Help Links

Why Family Court Reform Can’t Come From Inside the Courtroom

When Violating Court Orders Becomes the Norm: How Cook County Courts Undermine Their Own Authority

Parents violate custody orders without consequence—and courts allow it. It's more than unfair. It's a full-blown crisis of credibility.

2nd Annual Jane Barbosa Legacy Brunch for Latinx Heritage Month

Elgin Community College to host second annual Jane Barbosa Legacy Brunch on September 12 as part of Latinx Heritage Month.

When a Guardian Ad Litem Fails: The Consequences of Inaction in Family Court

Systemic failures in GAL oversight demand urgent reform in Illinois family courts.

​Cook County Family Courts Are Failing Families—And Children Are Paying the Price

Court-ordered parenting time has been violated 78 times—and the Cook County courts have refused to enforce their own orders.

40-year family-owned Brittain’s Express Oil & Lube begins major building improvements

State-of-the-art renovations should take several weeks

Get Out This Summer to Support Your Community By Volunteering

Meals on Wheels Volunteer Drivers Needed

Home Planet Earth Gala & Sculpture Auction

Join us September 6, 6-10PM at The Highland Loft

Elgin Area Chamber/Elgin Development Group awards scholarships

8 local high school students receive $1,000 scholarships

Win a pair of season subscriptions to the Elgin Symphony Orchestra

Two winners selected each week in June

PK Parekh Joins BABD Advocacy Group in Central 301

BABD Welcomes PK Parekh to Leadership Team, Strengthening Push for Transparency, Equity, and Academic Excellence in Central 301

AAUW Elgin Announces Scholarship Recipents

Elgin Community College Celebrates Spring 2025 Graduates

More than 500 graduates participated in the May 17 commencement ceremonies at Elgin Community College.

Advocate Sherman nurse throws ceremonial first pitch at Cubs game

Emergency department nurse, military member, from Advocate Health Care throws ceremonial first pitch at Chicago Cubs game

Civil War Headstone Restoration Project

Life Scout Daniel Zedan Leads Restoration Project at the St. Charles North Cemetery for Civil War Veterans' Headstones

ECC culinary students participate in Fisher Nuts Recipe Contest

ECC culinary and pastry arts students competed in the 14th Annual Fisher Nuts Scholarship Recipe Contest.

Join ECC’s New Manufacturing Employer Workshop May 9

The event will be headlined by Drew Crowe, founder of the New American Manufacturing Renaissance, who will serve as keynote moderator.

Taking a Stand on National Bunion Day™

How Elgin Foot and Ankle Center, S.C. is using the 2nd annual celebration to build awareness of bunions

Savor & Serve: Food Tasting Event Supports Hungry Neighbors in Elgin

Food for Greater Elgin is hosting its annual foodie fundraiser, Pallet to Palate, on Monday, April 28. Get your tickets!

‘Experience ECC’ through campus tours and open house

Elgin Community College (ECC) is hosting its annual Experience ECC open house.

Central 301 Board of Education Candidates for the April 1 Election

First Contested Election In Almost A Decade Brings Hope For Positive Change To Burlington School District