Data shows residents at Kane County long-term-care facilities represent about 12 percent of all coronavirus cases but 57 percent of deaths.
The Outdoor Rooftop Acoustic Music Series at the Joliet Area Historical Museum Friday June 26th & Saturday, June 27th
Fresh produce and face masks will be the norm on Saturday mornings in downtown Aurora.
The "in-and-out" market will run from 8 a.m. to noon every Saturday — weather-permitting — amid the coronavirus pandemic.
Aurora's traditional Fourth of July events may be canceled, but there are several other ways you can celebrate the holiday safely.
A white man reportedly harassed a group of Black women for about 45 minutes as they exercised outside an Aurora gym.
More one-time bonuses to come at stores and distribution centers.
City officials announced they will open up registration on Tuesday for 10 sessions to discuss police use-of-force and training policies.
The holiday is meant to celebrate the end of slavery, but it's also “a reminder of our fight for equity and freedom,” Sharina Hill said.
Mayor Richard Irvin is set to provide details about Aurora’s police reform initiative Friday during a speech to commemorate Juneteenth.
More than 20 people are now facing charges in connection with looting and violence during a protest at the end of May.
"We have solicited external expertise to facilitate conversations regarding implicit and explicit bias and racial inequities.
The Aurora Police Department issued a statement last week after videos of the September 2019 arrest received renewed attention online.
Aurora youth will have a unique opportunity to delve into a virtual maker space this summer.
"We proudly stand together in unity with the Black community in proclaiming to our city, country and world that Black lives matter."
Aurora school districts are also continuing their food-distribution efforts to support students and their families through the summer.
At its June 15 meeting, the East Aurora School District 131 Board of Education approved the appointment of district administrators.
Montgomery police are searching for a 14-year-old girl who was last seen on the evening of June 8.
There were 24 new cases Saturday and 25 on Sunday, the lowest single-day totals since April 13, according to public health data.
A New Jersey company recalled nearly 43,000 pounds of ground beef due to potential E. coli contamination, according to health officials.
Scouts in Blackhawk Troop 11, based in Aurora, planted flags in the yards of residents who supported their fundraising effort.
Aurora Rev. Jesse Hawkins delivered a passionate sermon to hundreds of people Sunday, calling for racial justice and continued activism.
The Aurora Police Department released more than 20 minutes of footage from the arrest Saturday.
At his sentencing hearing Thursday, Stanley Ortega, 55, pleaded guilty to nine additional charges stemming from a series of assaults.
The Illinois Gaming Board approved licenses for seven casinos in the state, but mobile sports betting is still a few steps away.
Public health data shows the average number of new cases in Aurora over the past week is at its lowest point in seven weeks.
The city is creating an online portal to publish information on complaints against officers and investigations into police misconduct.
Results from the Upstate Eight Literary Festival Competition were recently announced with several Tomcats winning awards.
"Community Helping Aurora’s Necessary Growth and Empowerment (CHANGE)" focuses on strengthening police and community relations.
The coffee giant announced Wednesday it will be closing 400 stores in U.S. and Canada but will expand pickup options.
At least 65 businesses in Aurora and North Aurora sustained damage after a peaceful protest May 31 gave way to looting and vandalism.
The department released a summary of its training and use-of-force policies in response to weeks of protests and demands for police reform.
Officials are looking to restart the project more than five years after it was first approved, according to a report.
Mayor Richard Irvin released a four-point "CHANGE Reform Initiative" for the Aurora Police Department in response to weeks of protests.
381 Students Receive Scholarships
Dozens of Aurora restaurants have opened outdoor dining areas after Illinois moved into phase 3 of its reopening plan at the end of May.
The event to promote sustainability and environmental protection was scheduled to take place Sept. 19 at the Prisco Community Center.
"We must come together in unity to dismantle racism in all forms," State Rep. Barbara Hernandez said Sunday at a "unity press conference."
"In the last weeks, we have raised dollars and contributed university dollars to create the WEAREONEAU Fund."
East High School junior Lesly Mendoza was elected to the Illinois Association of Family, Career and Community Leaders of America.