AFD Office Coordinator Honored By IL Fire Chiefs Association

Chief Dave McCabe nominated Office Coordinator Roseann Hernandez for the Administrator of the Year award.

Aurora PD Awarded DOJ Grant For De-Escalation Training

The department received nearly $80,000 in grant funding from the Department of Justice, which was one of just 46 grants awarded nationwide.

Aurora Remembers Father David Engbarth For Love, Service To City

Engbarth, who served as a faith leader at several parishes in Aurora for 45 years, died at the age of 75 the day before Thanksgiving.

Crisis Ends Peacefully In Aurora: Police

Police responded to help an individual who surrendered to officers just after 6:30 p.m., adding "no crime occurred" in the incident.

Mail For Veterans: Deadline Nears For Aurora's Gifts From Home Project

Active military personnel from Aurora can register themselves on the city's website in order to receive a gift honoring their service.

'Goes Above And Beyond': Marketing Director Named Community Leader

The community leader nominee works as the marketing director for the Fox Valley Mall.

Billionaire MacKenzie Scott Gives $9M To Nonprofit With Aurora Clinics

The nonprofit will use the funds to "further enhance the impact of its unique brand of value-based, integrated care in communities."

Aurora Police To Participate In Drug Take-Back Event

The event gives locals the chance to anonymously dispose of unwanted, expired or unused medications.

'A Heart And Passion To Uplift Others': Aurora Community Leader

The reader who nominated the Auroran said he "is dedicated to helping his community grow."

$100K Unclaimed Lottery Ticket Bought In Aurora Close To Expiring

The winning ticket was purchased Nov. 7, 2022, at 7-Eleven on Montgomery Road in Aurora.

Ginger Creek, All Nations Churches Merge With New Name

Purpose City Church occupies the former Ginger Creek Church space at 2850 Ginger Woods Parkway​.

On October 25th in Aurora: `Estate Planning Explained’

In a program hosted by the Eola Road branch of the Aurora Public Library, Dr. Jim Flanagan covers the process from beginning to end

Aurora's Fill The Bowls Fundraiser Shifts Locations, Tickets On Sale

The annual event which benefits the Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry, will be held on Nov. 12 at the Two Brothers Roundhouse in Aurora.

2 City Employees Honored For Saving Baby's Life

"They gave him that opportunity to live the rest of his young life," Mayor Irvin said of Daniel Chavez and Josh Elrod.

See Why An Aurora Volunteer Was Nominated As A Community Leader

The reader who nominated the volunteer said she "is so special [for] always putting the needs of others before herself."

Registration Opens For Fall Electronics Recycling Event In Aurora

The free drive-thru will be open to the first 2,500 Aurora residents who register.

Mosey Down To Riverview Farmstead Preserve For Fall On The Farm Event

This free, family-friendly Forest Preserve event set for 11 a.m. Saturday includes a petting zoo, music, food and antique tractors.

Main Baptist Church Unveils New, Larger Facility On 7 Acres

The second-oldest Black church in Aurora, founded in 1867, will move into a building that formerly housed car dealerships.

$10K Donation Will Outfit New APD K-9 Handler's Squad Car With Cage

The Aurora Police Department recently expanded its K-9 unit by purchasing a bloodhound to assist with missing people and article searches.

1985 Super Bowl Champ Meets With Aurora Mayor At City Hall

Among their discussion points was a conversation about why Aurora could be an ideal new home for the Chicago Bears, according to officials.

Help an adult learn English

Tutor training starts September 12

NASA Airplane Flies Over North Aurora Tuesday: Police

Officers said locals shouldn't worry if they spot the NASA airplane flying low over the area Tuesday afternoon.

Aurora To Host Inaugural Bolivian Flag-Raising Ceremony

Bolivian Independence Day also marks the first anniversary of Alice's Corner, said to be the first full-service Bolivian restaurant in IL.

8 Young Aurora Authors Publish 1st Books After 12-Week Program

Children between the ages of 5 and 16 were celebrated for publishing their first books after completing the Dream Scribers program.

Fundraiser Started For Family Of 4 Displaced By 'Terrifying' Home Fire

"Everything they have worked so hard for in order to make their house a home has been destroyed," the GoFundMe reads.

Fireworks May Have Caused Aurora Garbage Can Fire: FD

Residents told firefighters that they had recently thrown away fireworks after setting them off, which caused a small fire, officials said.

Aurora's Wesley United Methodist Church Welcomes New Pastor

Rev. Tammy Scott was installed as the church's new pastor and replaces the Rev. John Bell, who left Wesley for a church in Kentucky.

Fireworks Near Me: Aurora July 4th Events 2023

Patch has your complete guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Aurora.

Aurora Historical Society To Host July 4 Picnic, Festivities

A slate of family-friendly events will be held at the Tanner House including face-painting, bell ringing, live music, and more.

Ground Broken On $5.5M Aurora Smart Community Of 17 New Homes

The homes in a new smart community designed for first-time home buyers are meant to provide sustainability and affordability to owners.

Aurora Church, Northern Illinois Food Bank To Host Grocery Giveaway

Wesley United Methodist Church is holding one of 13 food giveaways across the region which provides groceries to the needy.

Irvin Says Bears Would Enhance Aurora's 'Bold Vision'

Mayor Richard Irvin added Aurora to the Chicago Bears' suitors, offering the city as a home to begin the next phase of the team's history.

July 4th Fireworks 2023 Around Aurora

Patch has your complete guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Aurora.

'Trailblazing Public Servant': Alderwoman Hart-Burns Dies At 68

The longtime Ward 7 alderwoman will be remembered as a "fierce advocate for youth, senior citizens, and the underserved," officials said.

'More Than Symbolic': Wrapped APD Squad Car Unveiled For Juneteenth

The Aurora Police Department's custom-wrapped Juneteenth squad car is the first in the region, officials said.

Free Groceries Will Be Distributed Ahead Of Father's Day, Juneteenth

Boxes of fresh meat and produce will be distributed to up to 1,000 families. Plus, gift cards will be given to 10 random participants.

Hiring Immediately School Bus Drivers - Up to $4000 Sign on Bonus

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Aurora Farmers Market Returns Saturday For 111th Season

Nearly 50 vendors will be set up at Water Street Square in downtown Aurora to usher in another summer of the state's oldest farmers market.

Free Meals Available To Students This Summer Thanks To District 131

East Aurora School District 131 is offering free summer meals including breakfast and lunch for students 18 years and under.

All Aurora Youth Can Grab Free Meals At Local Parks This Summer

Northern Illinois Food Bank volunteers will visit four Aurora parks each weekday to provide kids and teens with nutritious lunches.