Good morning, Elgin.

A DeKalb man, Antoine M.

Murdock, 27, was charged after a 9mm gun and about 25 grams of cannabis were found in his car during a March 28 traffic stop in Kaneville Township. He faces charges of aggravated unlawful possession of a weapon—class 4 felony—and unlawful possession of cannabis—class b misdemeanor with a court date set for May 1.

Northwest Bible Baptist will host its annual Easter event when 180 voices from its combined choirs will sing Handel’s 'Hallelujah Chorus' to open the evening service at 6 p.m. on April 20 at its auditorium on 9N889 Nesler Road in Elgin—everyone is welcome to join the celebration honoring Jesus.

Today, the city of Elgin begins several infrastructure projects under its Capital Improvement Program to upgrade roads, utilities and public spaces, including a new roundabout at U.S. Route 20 and Reinking Road and the reconstruction of Dundee Avenue from Enterprise Street to Page Avenue. Officials warn that these projects, funded by federal and local sources, will cause traffic backups and lane reductions and are expected to finish by May 2026 and October 2026 — residents should consider alternate routes during delays.

Bernice and Frank Monteleone have raised minks in Elgin for over 65 years as lawmakers consider HB2627 to license mink farms with virus testing and a $1,000 fee.

Supporters say the bill will protect public health while critics—fearing it may force farms to shut down—argue it imposes an impossible burden on small mink farmers.

Free In-Person Coding Workshop for Kids

10 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — 495 Airport Rd, Elgin, IL — Free entry — Let your child explore the world of coding and robotics in an engaging workshop designed for ages 7-14.

Easter Brunch at Holiday Inn & Suites Elgin

10 a.m., 11:30 a.m., and 1 p.m. — Holiday Inn & Suites Chicago Northwest - Elgin — Reservations recommended — Celebrate Easter with a delicious brunch pattern to please your palate.

Beyond Baby Blues Support Group

12 AM – 1 PM — Advocate Sherman Hospital — Free entry — Connect with other mothers to support mental health in a welcoming environment.

Elgin Elks Free Children's Orthopedic Clinic

2-4 p.m. — OrthoIllinois — Free entry — Benefit from essential orthopedic assessments and support for children's health.

Trivia Night at Village Pizza & Pub

6-8 p.m. — Village Pizza and Pub Elgin — Free to play — Test your knowledge and enjoy great food and drinks in a cozy pub atmosphere.

Karaoke Night at Johnny’s Supper Club

7-10 p.m. — Johnny's Supper Club — Free entry — Unleash your inner star with fun-filled karaoke every other Friday night.

Blain's Farm & Fleet 70th Anniversary Celebration

9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Blain's Farm & Fleet - Elgin — Free entry — Celebrate 70 years with demos, giveaways, and a chance to win a branded UTV.

One Fox Valley - Worship and Prayer

11:30 PM — Springs at South Elgin — Free entry — Young adults unite for a night of worship and prayer to lead the community out of darkness.

Hire Spartans Job Fair

9 a.m. to 12 p.m. — Elgin Community College — Free entry — Connect with local employers and explore your next career opportunity.

Breastfeeding Support Group

9:30-11:30 a.m. — Advocate Sherman Hospital — Free entry — Connect with other mothers and share experiences during your breastfeeding journey.