IL Teacher Of The Year Gets Her Own Holiday In Aurora

The Aurora educator was named Far West Suburban Teacher of the Year in February and Illinois Teacher of the Year in May.

Here's Why Anthony Was Shouted Out As A 2024 Grad

Aurora native Anthony will continue his studies at grad school in Wisconsin.

New Civic Engagement Website Created For Aurora Residents

Residents can use the new site, called "Your Voice," to interact, get updates on new projects and provide feedback to city officials.

$1M Winning Scratch-Off Lottery Ticket Sold At Aurora Gas Station

A Thorntons gas station on Ogden Road sold the $1 million-winning ticket to the lucky lottery player.

Aurora Construction Company Awarded Contract With New Hollywood Casino

The veteran-owned company was selected to move the demolition spoils from the properties torn down to make way for the new resort.

Total Solar Eclipse: How Much We’ll See In Aurora, When To See It

In Aurora, the moon will cover about 93.6 percent of the sun at the peak of the eclipse, according to a NASA map.

1st Phase Of New Affordable Housing For Seniors Nears Completion

Applications for the new duplexes and single-family houses in the neighborhood on Aurora's far west side opened Wednesday morning.

Spring Cleaning In Aurora: Free Yard Waste Collection Planned

Aurora residents have two weeks to dispose of garbage from the yard without needing waste stickers.

Aurora Realtor Featured On HGTV's 'House Hunters'

Sheena Baker, who owns a real estate firm in Aurora, was featured on a recent episode of the popular HGTV real estate show.

National Track Champion From Aurora Honored By City Hall

Patrick Hilby's finish time in the 800-meter race ranked him No. 1 in the country, Aurora officials said.

Will I See The Total Solar Eclipse In Aurora?

In Aurora, the moon will cover about 93.6 percent of the sun at the peak of the eclipse, according to a NASA map.

Birthday Of 102-Year-Old Aurora Resident Celebrated With Proclamation

Mayor Richard Irvin surprised the Aurora resident on her birthday by proclaiming March 19 each year as Amy Scott Day.

Election Complaint Line Open For 2024 Primary In Kane County

The Kane County State's Attorney's Office will operate an election complaint line March 19 so voters can report problems or irregularities.

On March 27th & 28th, 'PR Secrets' Revealed in Naperville and Addison

To show how to secure media coverage, Matt Baron draws on his nearly 40 years as a journalist and communications consultant

Former Aurora Elementary School Reopens As Affordable Apartments

The former Todd Elementary School, which closed five years ago, is one of two defunct schools that will reopen as the Fox Valley Apartments.

Local Business Spotlight Girl Scouts of Greater Chicago & Northwest IN

Girl Scouts bring their dreams to life and work together to build a better world.

What Time Will Sun Set In Aurora As Daylight Saving Time Starts

As winter nears its end, Aurora locals will get to enjoy an extra hour of sunlight this weekend thanks to daylight saving time.

Deaf Ministry Honored In Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

The Aurora organization's founders have more than 60 years of combined experience evangelizing and teaching those who rely on sign language.

Celebrate National Meatball Day Swedish Style

Local Swedish Children's Choir presents Swedish Meatball Dinner Benefit

On March 12th in Naperville: `Unlocking the Power of Choice’

In free Naperville Public Library 95th Street program, gerontologist Dr. Lydia Manning empowers older women to harness their wealth, health

The Venue To Host Student Master Class, Festival With Jazz Band

The event serves as an opportunity for students to learn from professional musicians and experience performing for the community.

Aurora Receives Grant To Help Fund Garfield Park Renovations

A $600,000 grant from Illinois' Open Space Land Acquisition and Development program will pay for phase one of the Garfield Park project.

3 Aurora Battalion Chiefs Retire After Beginning Careers In Mid-1990s

Nine people were promoted to new ranks as a result of the three battalion chiefs' retirement between January and February.

Aurora Leaders Want Feedback On Downtown Parking System

The city hired a consulting firm to conduct a parking study to assess how locals use the current system and identify improvements.

Help an adult communicate in English

Tutor training starts March 11

Candlelight Vigil Planned To Honor Victims Of Henry Pratt Shooting

City officials will also unveil a memorial bench designed in honor of the five men killed in the shooting on Feb. 15, 2019.

1st Aurora Public Art Exhibit To Start In February

"Feral," set to be on display for about a month, is a show featuring the artwork of 18 artists from Aurora and surrounding communities.

Free Concert, More Than A Dozen Events Part Of February First Fridays

The lineup includes Artesan Lofts Art Gallery's annual street art show, an island party, a performance of timeless love songs, and more.

Aurora Staffer Honored For Securing Transportation Center From Gunman

Community Outreach Specialist Brian Moreno was staffing the Aurora Transportation Center when a teen wielded a gun and battered someone.

Goddard School In Aurora To Help Raise 25K Books For Annual Fundraiser

The childcare provider is hoping to collect 25,000 books for low-income families from across its locations in Chicagoland.

More literacy volunteers needed

Tutor training starts February 6

5 Aurora Organizations Awarded Grants From Fox Valley Foundation

The Community Foundation of the Fox River Valley awarded grants to 14 nonprofit organizations, including five in Aurora.

On January 18th in Batavia: `Understanding Social Security'

At Batavia Public Library, Dr. Jim Flanagan, author and founder of Bentron Financial Group, helps people navigate key retirement step

90th Anniversary Of Woolworth Fire Will Be Marked With AFD Ceremony

The 1934 fire on South Broadway claimed the lives of three Aurora Fire Department firefighters as they worked to extinguish the flames.

1 Aurora Police Officer Retires, Another Gets Promotion

Both men overlapped as members of the Aurora Police Department's Pipes & Drums bagpipe group.

Three Kings Day Celebration To Give Hundreds Of Gifts To Aurora Kids

Three men dress up as the magi to present gifts to Aurora children — more than 1,000 gifts were given out last year.

Dog and Puppy Adoptions - Saturday 1/6!

Look at these adorable pups!

'Trailblazing' Aurora Police Commander Retires After 30-Year Career

Commander Liz Robinson-Chan, who served all four bureaus within the department, retired after giving her final roll call Friday morning.

Aurora Street Gets Honorary Name For Newly Merged Church

Purpose City Church resides off of a street with a newly appointed honorary name: Purpose City Way.

Aurora Police's 'Shop With A Cop' Planned This Weekend

The police department is expecting about 40 people to participate throughout the event at Meijer.