'Celebration Of Courage' To Honor Heroes Of Aurora Shooting

AURORA, IL -- The City of Aurora has planned a special event to honor the first responders who risked their lives to save others during the deadly Feb. 15 shooting at Henry Pratt Manufacturing. The celebration will feature more than three dozen Aurora Police Department personnel, including the five officers who sustained gunshot wounds while trying to take down the shooter.

Throughout the Celebration of Courage Recognition Ceremony, officers will be commended with special awards, medals, and speeches from Aurora officials.

The ceremony is open to the public and will be held at Parmount Theatre, 23 E. Galena Blvd., at 10 a.m. Click the link to register to get a seat at the Aurora Celebration of Courage Recognition Ceremony.