Established in 1854, the city of Elgin, Illinois is a historic, culturally and economically diverse, rapidly-growing community located 35 miles from the city of Chicago in Kane and Cook counties. Over 112,000 people are proud to call Elgin their home beca...
Elgin has exceptional transportation access to all points throughout the Chicago metropolitan area. Elgin is connected to O’Hare International Airport, Midway Airport, the city of Chicago and all western suburbs via the Interstate-90 and the Elgin-O’Hare ...
Elgin offers world-class arts and entertainment options for all ages as well as the nationally acclaimed Gail Borden Public Library that draws more than one million visitors to downtown Elgin each year. The Grand Victoria Casino, vibrant art galleries and...
Mark your calendars! This event grows in popularity every year. The short films are always highly impressive, and the atmosphere is perfect! The Red Carpet. The Pre-Show. The glitz and glam of the evening is always so exciting, and a ...
Two of the greatest bands of all time face off in a high-energy, adrenaline-pumping musical showdown. The Fab Four, represented by tribute band Abbey Road will engage in a barrage of hits against premier Rolling Stones tribute band Satisfaction. It&rs...
Mexico en el Corazon
The highly successful "Mexico en el Corazon" (Mexico in the Heart) tour returns to Elgin on Sunday, September 1 at the Hemmens Cultural Center. Experience a trip of authentic Mexican Folklore presented through beautiful tradi...
A Message from Chief Lalley and City Manager Rick Kozal: Final Recommendation on Officer-Involved Shooting
On September 4, 2019, Chief Ana Lalley and City Manager Rick Kozal issued joint statements pertaining to the officer-involved shooting on March 12, 2...
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A message from Chief Lalley: Final Recommendation on Officer Involved Shooting
Please click here to view the Chief's video message, analysis, and all the documents the City of Elgin has released pertaining to the DeCynthia Clements investigation. ...
I have been putting on shows and events for over 6 years and have used the individual grant to help cover some of the expenses. Over the past 6 years, I have put on 2 robot themed art shows, 2 pin-up art shows and a themed art show called Fez Fest and las...