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Elgin Courier News Wednesday, November 12, 2025 | | |
| | | | | The 32nd edition of an Elgin-themed Christmas ornament being sold this year by Shockey Jewelers in Elgin will be the store’s last. | | | | | Elgin’s proposed budget includes a 13.2% property tax hike to help cover growing costs, capital projects, new employees. | | | | | For the first time since 2021, no U-46 school has been deemed “comprehensive” or “intensive” in the 2025 Illinois Report Card. | | | | | Ethan Pilip, who starts out at running back, makes difference as defensive end as Oswego reaches state quarterfinals. | | | | | Aurora Christian moves up a spot in the rankings, while Batavia maintains grip on top spot. | | | | | Grassroots efforts in Elgin are collecting food and money to help people cut off from SNAP benefits and the agencies that help them. | | | | | An Elgin man whose prostate cancer is the presumed result of Agent Orange exposure says he stays positive by helping other vets. | | | | | U-46 to sell $32 million in bonds for construction working cash in a move that shouldn’t need voter approval or raise taxes. | | | |