Latest Aurora Coronavirus Update: 67 Cases, 3 Deaths

AURORA, IL — The new coronavirus outbreak in Illinois and across the nation is having a vast impact on Aurora, forcing the temporary closure of schools, businesses, parks and playgrounds.

As of Friday, the city had 67 confirmed cases of coronavirus and three deaths.
This makes seven more patients in Aurora who have been diagnosed with coronavirus since Thursday.

The news comes as the number of total coronavirus cases in Illinois reaches 7,697. As of Friday, the statewide death toll was at 167.

On Tuesday, Governor J.B. Pritzker extended his stay-at-home order Tuesday through April 30.

In Aurora, Mayor Richard Irvin and Police Chief Kristen Ziman have both been diagnosed with coronavirus. Mayor Irvin shared a candid video Tuesday outlining his virus symptoms.

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SCHOOLS

All schools in Illinois will remain closed through at least April 30 per Pritzker's extended stay-at-home order. MORE.

BUSINESSES
Per the governor's order, restaurants are closed for in-person dining, but many Aurora restaurants are still offering orders for delivery or pickup. MORE.

As of early April, the Fox Valley Mall and Chicago Premium Outlets remained closed. MORE.

HOSPITALS

As of March 17, Rush Copley Hospital temporarily changed its rules for visitors. In-patient visitors are not permitted, but exceptions are possible for end-of-life patients and hospice patients.

CLOSURES AND CANCELLATIONS

The Aurora City Council voted to close parks, playgrounds and museums through May 15, though that is subject to change if the threat of coronavirus changes, city officials said. MORE.

During the coronavirus shutdown, Paramount Theatre is hosting an online concert series to make up for the cancellation of several upcoming shows. MORE.

Set for April 3, Aurora First Fridays, which usually takes place in downtown Aurora is shifting to a virtual format. You can see live belly dancing, live painting, music and more if you tune in on Facebook. MORE.

Illinois Coronavirus Update April 3: 7,697 Cases, 167 Deaths