Woman Sentenced In Starvation, Torture Case; Child, 7, Weighed 14 Pounds: Prosecutors

The Elgin woman has been sentenced to 20 years in prison.

Suburban Doctor Sexually Assaulted 16-Year-Old With Disability: Authorities

The doctor did not know the teen but assaulted the 16-year-old after following the minor into a bathroom at a hotel pool, authorities said.

Elgin Police Refute ICE Claims Of Rioters Throwing Rocks, Bottles

Police responded to several reports in the 1600 block of Maple Lane in Elgin on December 6 amid ICE enforcement actions in that area.

Driver Injured, Showed 'Signs Of Hypothermia' After Rollover Crash Into Creek: Officials

The collision happened in the 9N600 block of Kendall Road on Thursday morning.

'Chemical Irritants' Used By Federal Agents, 7 Receive Medical Care: Police

The Elgin Police Department responded to several reports regarding federal agents in Elgin Saturday.

1 Killed, 2 Injured When Freight Train Collides With Landscaping Truck

The collision happened Thursday morning in Elgin.

1 Killed In I-90 Collision Near Elgin

The crash happened Saturday afternoon, according to authorities.

ICE Arrests Student At Elgin Community College

The arrest happened Thursday morning outside a building on the main campus at Elgin Community College.

Kristi Noem, Homeland Security Secretary, Joins Elgin ICE Raid; U.S. Citizens Arrested By Mistake: Reports

In recent days, ICE agents took several into custody in Elgin amid its "Midway Blitz" operation in the Chicago area.

2 U.S. Citizens Among 5 Arrested At Early Morning Elgin, Illinois ICE Raid

Those two citizens were later released.

Small Plane Makes Emergency Landing At Suburban Golf Course

Mechanical issues forced the plane to make an emergency landing at the Highlands of Elgin golf course Wednesday night.

Bomb Squad Called To Kane County Home After Relative Ships Chemicals: Police

Police were called to the home in the 9N800 block of South Leland Court in unincorporated Elgin on Wednesday afternoon.

Funeral Fundraiser For Sisters Killed By Older Brother

A 10-year-old and 21-year-old were killed, with the older sister leaving behind an infant child.

Woman, Young Girl Stabbed To Death; Wanted Man On The Loose: Police

A 21-year-old woman and a 10-year-old girl were found dead in a home in a subdivision in Streamwood, authorities said.

2 Men Rescued After Motorized Canoe Tips Over On Fox River In Elgin, Illinois

This story should serve as a reminder for anyone planning to get into a boat on the water this summer to first put on a life vest.

'An Incredible Miracle,' Schepers' Family Says After Cold Case Cracked

"As we each heard the news that her car was found, time stopped while we drew an audible gasp," the family of Karen Schepers said.

Remains Identified As Missing Woman From 1983 Cold Case: Elgin Police

Skeletal human remains that were found in a car submerged in the Fox River Tuesday were identified as those of Karen Schepers.

Cold Case Car Found In 2022, Mistaken For ATV, UTV: Elgin Police, Fire

Police say Elgin Fire Department divers mistook missing woman Karen Schepers' 1980 Toyota Celica for a utility task vehicle or ATV in 2022.

Police: Elgin FD Divers Found What Turned Out To Be Karen Schepers' Car In Fox River In 2022, But Did Not Investigate

Karen Schepers was seen for the last time on April 16, 1983, at a work party at a bar in Carpentersville.

Elgin Man Guilty Of Sexually Assaulted Child Younger Than 13: Mosser

Kane County prosecutors requested a term totaling 65 years for the six counts related to sexual abuse of a child, officials said.

‘Skeletal Human Remains’ Found In Car Pulled From Fox River

Police say it may take “weeks” to determine if the “skeletal human remains” are those of Karen Schepers, who disappeared April 16, 1983.

2 People Killed In Crash After Car Swerves To Avoid Deer: Kane Sheriff

Two people died and two others sustained serious injuries in the four-car crash at the intersection of Plank Road and Switzer Road.

Elgin Man Sentenced For Firing Gun At Police Officers

The man was not legally allowed to possess a firearm as he was a convicted felon at the time, officials said.

ICE Officials Remove Man From Elgin Home: Authorities

The U.S. Marshals Great Lakes Regional Fugitive Task Force accompanied ICE on the detail Tuesday.

Off-Duty Kane County Deputy Cleared In Teen's Fatal Shooting: Mosser

Two women were indicted in the July 8, 2024, death of an 18-year-old man during a fight involving multiple people, officials said.

Kane County Man Gets 49 Years In Prison For Sexually Assaulting Child

A jury found Ernesto Velasquez-Jimenez guilty of predatory criminal sexual assault and aggravated criminal sexual abuse of a child.

Donations Sought After Fires At Homeless Encampment

A blaze was reported at the encampment near State and Wing streets at about 11:49 p.m. Thursday.

Elgin Man Jailed In Fatal Stabbing Of Woman

French Pierre faces first-degree murder charges in connection with the death of Dreanna D. Booker.

Fire Reported At Homeless Encampment In Elgin

No one was injured in the blaze, which was reported at about 4:50 p.m. near North State Street and Kimball Street.

Gang Member Fatally Stabs Man, 21, Over His Clothing Choice: Officials

Anthony Contreras is accused of fatally stabbing Sunday Ogunjimi, 36, earlier this month in Elgin.

Murder Charges Filed In Elgin Stabbing Death

A 21-year-old Elgin man now faces first-degree murder charges in connection with the Saturday stabbing in Elgin.

1 Dead In Elgin Stabbing

The stabbing happened in the 1000 block of Cedar Avenue at about 12:30 p.m. Saturday.

Off-Duty Deputy Involved In Fatal Shooting: Kane County Authorities

While the state's attorney offered sparse details, the sheriff told WGN the off-duty deputy interrupted a robbery in progress.

Kane County Man, 26, Faces 45 Child Pornography Charges: Mosser

The man disseminated and possessed multiple child pornography videos and photos prior to Nov. 17, 2023, Kane County officials said.

Man Who Killed Wife, Left Body With Kids, Pleads Guilty: Authorities

He faces 20 to 60 years in prison, authorities said.

Coroner IDs Woman Killed After Being Hit By Vehicles In Elgin

The collision happened earlier this month in Elgin.

Kane County Jury Convicts Man In Sex Assault Case

The 45-year-old Elgin man could now face a lengthy prison term.

Elgin Man Charged With Murder In 2021 Death Of Infant Son: Prosecutor

Maik M. Davis also faces 19 counts of aggravated battery after a grand jury indicted him, alleging he beat his son and another infant girl.

Man Hit, Killed By Vehicle On Christmas Eve: Police

.The collision happened at Lake Street and Club Tree Drive in Bartlett, authorities said.

17-Year-Old Girl Charged In Death Of 2 South Elgin Students

Aanomeya Henry faces reckless homicide charges after officials say she was under the influence of marijuana when she collided with a truck.