3 Students Arrested During 1,500-Person Walkout In Aurora: Police

One of the boys who was arrested punched an officer, according to police.

Child Hospitalized, Dog Reported Missing After May Street House Fire: AFD

A family of four was displaced after the fire, which was extinguished within 25 minutes of the 911 call.

10 Readers Top D131 Great Reading Tournament

A total of 1,170 students from 14 elementary and middle schools participated in the fall edition of the Great Reading Tournament.

Obituary: Terrence M. Kornaus

Retired Accountant with Henry Pratt Co., in Aurora passes away at age 72.

5 Arrested For Armed Robbery After Chase Ends In Crash: Aurora Police

A student was walking home from school when two masked people approached, displayed a firearm and forcibly took their property, police said.

Have You Seen A Good Deed In Aurora? Tell Us About It!

Kindness takes many forms — big and small — and shows up all around Aurora.

APD To Increase Patrols, Enforcement During Super Bowl Weekend

Fans don't let fans drive impaired, Aurora police said ahead of the Super Bowl.

Aurora University Introduces AI Ethics Certificate Program

The three-course certificate examines AI’s societal impact from multiple perspectives.

Girl, 14, Has Been Missing For A Week: Aurora Police

Police are asking the community for help locating the teenage girl who was last seen Jan. 27.

Smoke Shop Fails To Card Underage Cadets: APD

In police's latest alcohol and tobacco compliance check, investigators went to nine businesses — eight successfully carded, but one didn't.

Where To Watch The Big Game In Aurora

The Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots will battle for the coveted Vince Lombardi Trophy in California.

Missing Man, 33, Hasn't Communicated With Family In 4 Days: Aurora Police

The missing man's family reported that his "recent actions and lack of communication are uncharacteristic," police said.

$1 Movies Return To Paramount Theatre: See The Lineup From February To June

Films made across eight decades will be shown on a two-story-tall screen at the downtown Aurora performance center.

Man Fatally Shot By Aurora Police ID'd: Coroner

The Kane County Coroner's Office attributed the 27-year-old man's preliminary cause of death to gunshot wounds, officials said.

Woman, 39, Shot Outside LaSalle Street Residence: Aurora Police

Police said the woman was in critical but stable condition following the shooting.

IL State Scholars Named At East Aurora High School: See Who Made The List

Thirty-seven students from East Aurora High School were recognized as Illinois State Scholars for the 2026–2027 academic year.

DUI Driver Learns Sentence In Fatal 2023 Crash In Aurora: DuPage State's Attorney

At the time of the crash, which led to a woman's death, the Aurora man's blood alcohol content was more than twice the legal limit.

1 Injured, 2 Displaced After Fire On West Downer Place: Aurora FD

Officials said the residence was "heavily congested with contents," making navigation and fire control challenging.

Work, Learn & Play: A Guide To Everyday Connectivity

Fast, reliable internet and a few smart habits can make working, learning, gaming and unwinding from home feel a whole lot easier.

Obituary: Edna Marie Childress

She was the person that you could count on in a crisis.

Carjacker Beat 69-Year-Old Man, Tried To Break Into Multiple Cars At Aurora Hotel: DuPage State's Attorney

A DuPage County judge detained the 26-year-old, who was charged with multiple felonies after the "terrifying ordeal" at the Quality Inn.

Kane County Courts Go Remote Due To Extreme Weather

The National Weather Service predicted wind chills between minus 25 to minus 35 degrees on Friday.

Knife-Wielding Man Dies After Being Shot By Officers: Aurora Police

The shooting happened near the Fox River in downtown Aurora.

Large Gas Leak Reported Near Rush Copley Medical Center: Aurora FD

A five-inch gas main was struck while construction was underway in the area, Aurora officials said.

East Aurora High School Operation Snowball Welcomes Guests From Ireland

The students built connections and learned about the similarities and differences between their schools, communities and cultures.

Resident Jumps From 2nd Story Into Firefighter’s Arms To Escape Burning House: AFD

Multiple people were rescued from an Aurora house that caught fire and was deemed uninhabitable as a result.

Rosary College Prep Partners with Fox Valley Park District for New Home Pool

Rosary Beads Swim Team will practice and compete at the Vaughan Athletic Center

Measles At 33-Year High: See Risk Level In Kane County

Falling vaccination rates, including in Kane County, are leading to an increased risk of contracting the contagious disease.

Paramount Theatre Releases Broadway Show Schedule For 2026-27 Season

The lineup for the 15th season of Broadway at Paramount features four classic shows.

No Injuries, Property Damage Found After Shots Reportedly Fired On Aurora's East Side: Police

About two hours after the report came, police said there was no threat to the community.

Rosary College Prep's Fine Arts Showcase Moves to February 1

Join us for an afternoon of performing and visual arts with current students and alumnae

Brother John's Big Bad Mardi Gras Band

Brother John's Big Bad Mardi Gras Band performs at the Joliet Area Historical Museum's Indoor Theater on Friday, February 27th at 7pm!

Aurora Teen Learns Prison Sentence For Illegal Sale Of Cocaine, Possession Of Firearms: Police

Police recovered 13 firearms, a 100-round magazine, and nearly 90 grams of cocaine, cannabis and THC cartridges during a search warrant.

Aurora Man Who Fatally Shot Victim In Head In 2022 Learns Prison Sentence: Mosser

Prosecutors proved the now-28-year-old man personally fired the gun that killed Ferrer Velasquez in September 2022, officials said.

2 Aurora High Schools To Face Off In Crosstown Basketball Match

School administrators are expecting the game to be a "high-energy matchup."

Printmakers Explore Migrant Culture In Spring Aurora University Exhibit

Aurora University's Schingoethe Center will bring to life "Mapping Territories/Trazando Territorios: The Art of Exile in Pilsen."

16-Year-Old Girl Reported Missing: Aurora Police

The teenager "was in the care of a responsible party" when she left on her own, police said.

Aurora To Host 41st MLK Day Ceremony, Keynote Speaker Announced

The keynote speaker's "fearless leadership and commitment to the 'common good'" will help locals reflect on MLK's legacy, officials said.

4 Athletes, 1 Coach To Be Inducted Into West Aurora High School Hall Of Fame

This year's inductees, the athlete alumni and a current coach, will be celebrated before a varsity basketball game against Plainfield East.

Aurora Police Reveal Number Of Citations Issued During Christmas, NYE Enforcement Campaign

Over the course of about three weeks, Aurora police focused on removing impaired drivers from the road and promoting safe driving behaviors.