Rick West
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New boutique hotel could be coming to downtown ElginNov 21, 2025 4:11 pm - A new boutique hotel could soon be checking in to downtown Elgin. The Elgin City Council agreed Wednesday to assist developers by providing $1.2 million in TIF funding for the project.
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Round Lake Beach man, 56, identified as victim in fatal Elgin train crashNov 21, 2025 2:46 pm - Martin Martinez Jimenez, 56, was killed when the truck he was driving was hit by a Union Pacific locomotive in Elgin on Oct. 23. A recent NTSB report said he had little warning of the train before the collision.
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Elgin’s holiday tree lands in downtown courtyardNov 20, 2025 4:39 pm - Elgin’s holiday tree made a move across town Thursday in preparation for the city’s annual tree-lighting ceremony next week.
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Elgin approves resolution banning immigration enforcement on city propertyNov 20, 2025 4:36 pm - The Elgin City Council gave final approval Wednesday to a resolution prohibiting city-owned properties from being used as a staging area, processing location, operations base or other support for immigration enforcement unless required by law or court order.
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Christmas at Cantigny ready to light up the holiday season in WheatonNov 20, 2025 4:15 pm - Christmas at Cantigny returns for its third year Friday in Wheaton. Guests can enjoy light displays, ice skating and festive dining experiences.
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New commanding officers gearing up for first Christmas season with Elgin Salvation ArmyNov 19, 2025 4:13 pm - It’s the most wonderful and busiest time of year for the Salvation Army Elgin Corps as it prepares to help approximately 500 families in need during the holidays while focusing on its biggest fundraiser, with the annual Red Kettle campaign.
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Dining out: ‘Wicked’ doughnuts, Fat Rosie’s dirty sodas, new Yard House and moreNov 18, 2025 2:22 pm - You can grab a green-and-pink doughnut on your way to the theater to catch “Wicked: For Good.” We’ve also got news about Fat Rosie’s joining the dirty soda trend, a new Yard House in Naperville, a dessert auction at The Graceful Ordinary and more.
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NTSB says driver killed in Elgin crash had little warning of oncoming locomotiveNov 18, 2025 10:36 am - The driver killed in a crash last month at a railroad crossing in Elgin had little advance notice of an oncoming train, according to a preliminary report by the National Transportation Safety Board.
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Country House in Geneva closesNov 13, 2025 6:55 pm - After more than 30 years in Geneva, Country House restaurant has closed.
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Aurora man convicted in 2024 murder of domestic partnerNov 13, 2025 1:57 pm - An Aurora man could face up to life in prison after being convicted of first-degree murder, authorities announced Thursday.