Job Fair Planned Ahead Of Hollywood Casino's Opening Next Year

Hollywood Casino and the City of Aurora are hosting an event with on-the-spot interviews and same-day job offers for more than 50 jobs.

Aurora Students At 2 Schools Win IHSA State Champs, Get City Holiday

A student at Oswego East High School and 29 at Marmion Academy were honored with a holiday in Aurora after winning state titles.

15 Apartment Units Unveiled At Once-Abandoned Aurora Warehouse

The warehouse at the intersection of Cross and Middle streets in downtown Aurora sat vacant since 1991.

Richard Irvin, John Laesch Lead Aurora Primary Election For Mayor

The incumbent mayor of Aurora and current alderman-at-large will go toe-to-toe in April's consolidated election.

Construction Team Behind Hollywood Casino Project Gets Perfect Grades

Mayor Richard Irvin graded the progress Thursday of the $360 million Hollywood Casino construction project underway in Aurora.

Aurora Alderman Candidate Deemed 'Ineligible' For Election: ISBE

The candidate failed to pay fines before the ballot was certified, according to the Illinois State Board of Elections.

Aurora Special Census Put On Hold Due To Federal Leadership Changes

All special census activities nationwide have been paused while awaiting new federal leadership, officials said.

Richard Irvin Won't Attend Voters Forum, Criticizes Event's Format

The Aurora mayor wrote a letter to "clear up the misguided chatter regarding my absence from the League of Women Voters (LWV) forum."

Kane County Sheriff's Office 'Cannot Support ICE' Because Of Law: Hain

The sheriff cited state law, which prohibits law enforcement to communicate with or support U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement​ raids.

Special Census In Aurora Begins In February

The city is undergoing a special census to acquire an accurate population count that will help restore "key funding," officials said.

Jan. 6 Defendant From Aurora Pardoned By Trump

Newly inaugurated President Donald Trump pardoned more than 1,500 people charged in connection with the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol.

Aurora Mayoral Candidates: Feb. 25 Consolidated Primary

A primary election will take place Feb. 25 for candidates running for mayor of Aurora.

Aurora Considers 3 Cities In Mexico For Sister City Partnership

The city launched its Sister Cities Partnership to "strengthen international relationships and foster meaningful connections."

Mosser Reappointed To State Supreme Court Elder Law Commission

"Protecting the most vulnerable individuals has always been a priority for me," State's Attorney Jamie Mosser said in a statement.

Aurora Mailman Honored With Holiday In His Hometown Of Aurora

An Aurora mailman was feted after he helped a man who he saw got injured while he was carrying out his routine mail delivery service.

10th Aurora Fire Station To Be Celebrated With Groundbreaking Ceremony

The new station, being built on 2.5 acres of land on Aurora's northeast side, is expected to cut response times in half, officials said.

How Kane County Voted In 2024 Presidential Election

The margin between the two presidential candidates in Kane County was slightly wider in 2020 compared to this year's race.

Lottery To Set Ballot Order For Aurora Candidates In 2025 Election

Twenty-five candidates are running for mayor and aldermen in Aurora in the upcoming consolidated election on April 1, 2025.

Aurora Voter Guide: What To Know Before Tuesday's Election

Early voting dates, how to register and what's on the ballot. Here's what Aurora-area residents need to know on Election Day.

Where To File Complaints On Election Day In Kane County

The Kane County state's attorney and sheriff's offices will operate an election complaint line for voters to report issues on Nov. 5.

How To Register To Vote In Aurora

Here’s what you need to know about voter registration in Aurora ahead of the Nov. 5 election.

Aurora Restaurant Named Small Business Of The Year By IL Chamber

​The award recognizes an "extraordinary small business whose work has been an example of hard work and perseverance."

Aurora Voter Guide: What’s On The Ballot, What To Know

Early voting dates, how to register and how to vote by mail. Here's what Aurora-area residents need to know on Election Day.

Aurora Mayor Calls Out Kane County Sheriff For 'Disparaging Comments'

The sheriff "falsely accused" Aurora police of being responsible for the actions that led to a K-9's death in May 2023, officials said.

Ribbon Cutting Date Set For New Fox Valley Apartments In Former School

Vacant since 2009, the school was transformed into 14 apartments, joining a new building that was constructed to house 22 other units.

Richard Irvin Announces Bid For 3rd Term As Aurora Mayor

Richard Irvin was first elected mayor in 2017 — becoming the first Black mayor in Aurora's history — and reelected in 2021.

City Hall Veteran Tapped As Ward 1 Alderman In Aurora

Dan Barreiro worked at Aurora City Hall for 35 years, retiring as chief community services officer in 2021.

5 Candidates Named Finalists For Aurora Ward 1 Aldermanic Seat

Mayor Richard Irvin will present his recommendation to the Aurora City Council during Tuesday's Committee of the Whole meeting.

11 Ward 1 Residents Apply For Open Aurora Aldermanic Seat

Mayor Richard Irvin is expected to announce the finalists for the Ward 1 aldermanic seat in the coming days.

7 Promoted After AFD Deputy Chief Daniel Osman Retirement

The deputy chief retired after more than 27 years working for the Aurora Fire Department.

Aurora Fire Department Launches New Data Portal For Residents

The fire department worked with the city's Data and Analytics Division to produce the new open data portal​.

Aurora Reveals New Plans For Downtown Skate Park

Residents are invited to attend a stakeholder meeting to share feedback on the project's development progress.

Ordinance Drawn To Combat Surge Of Drivers Attempting To Evade APD

If a car is charged for fleeing and eluding, the minimum fine is $1,000, Aurora police said Monday.

Aurora Alderman Emmanuel Llamas Steps Down

The city's youngest elected official, who has served Ward 1 for five years, announced he will step down, effective Aug. 1.

$50M Forest Preserve Bond Issue Includes Aurora Area Trail Project

The $3 million Wolf's Crossing Road Trail Connection project will connect Aurora, Naperville and Plainfield trails.

Aurora Mayor Blasts Sheriff Over Comments On Aurora Police

Sheriff Ron Hain called the Aurora Police Department "reactive" in their undercover approach to arrest a man who was later shot by deputies.

Renovated Aurora City Council Chambers Dedicated To Late Alderwoman

Scheketa Hart-Burns was honored during a grand reopening ceremony that marked the completion of the newly renovated City Council Chambers.

Newly Renovated 911 Center Unveiled In Aurora

The entire center was remodeled to include 12 state-of-the-art consoles, upgraded computers, a video monitoring wall and other improvements.

Young Aurora Girl Honored After Year-Long Battle With Cancer

A 12-year-old girl was diagnosed a year ago with a desmoplastic small round cell tumor and is now 95 percent finished with chemotherapy.

Aurora Considers $58M Bond Issue For New Hollywood Casino: Report

The bond issue would give the city enough money to make the first-year bond payments while the casino is being built, according to a report.