Beginning Thursday, drivers are expected to hit the road for Memorial Day weekend trips at pretty much the same rate as they have in previous years despite paying more for gas at the pump, officials with the AAA Auto Club said.

Roundup of local events commemorating Memorial Day to be held this weekend, including four on Monday in Elgin.

The calf was born on May 9, just in time for Mother’s Day, according to the American Indian Center of Chicago.

Larkin High School’s sports venue will be named the Ray Haley Field at Royals Athletic Complex, honoring its first football coach.

East Dundee will redevelop the old lumberyard site in phases, starting with building demolition and performing arts center planning.

Roundup of small news items for the Elgin area.