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Geneva Police Chief Eric Passarelli, left, and Deputy Police Chief Matt Dean head up a tour on Jan. 12, 2026, of the current Geneva Police Department headquarters including the garage for police vehicle and equipment storage that they said is much too small for the department's needs. (Mark Black/For The Beacon-News)

Geneva holding open houses in February on bond measure for new police station

January 28, 2026 at 12:44 p.m.

The open houses will be happening at the Geneva Public Library on Feb. 4, 18 and 25.

An Aurora home has been deemed uninhabitable after a Sunday fire. (Aurora Fire Department)

One person injured, two residents displaced after house fire on Aurora’s near West Side

January 26, 2026 at 1:25 p.m.

Crews ultimately worked for several hours to fully extinguish the fire.

One injured in house fire Friday in Geneva Township, fire department says

January 23, 2026 at 6:43 p.m.

A resident who suffered a minor burn was evaluated by paramedics and declined further medical attention, the fire department said.

Free tax help will be offered to eligible members of the community at Waubonsee Community College's downtown Aurora campus beginning Jan. 31. (Kalyn Belsha/The Beacon-News)

Waubonsee Community College to offer free tax preparation services at Aurora campus

January 23, 2026 at 8:44 a.m.

Waubonsee Community College, in partnership with Ladder Up, will provide free tax preparation services at the college’s downtown Aurora campus at 18 S. River St. beginning later this month.

Investigation being conducted into fatal officer-involved shooting in Aurora

January 22, 2026 at 8:29 a.m.

A 27-year-old man who Aurora police said was armed with a knife was shot by Aurora officers Wednesday afternoon and died from his injuries, the police department said.

Two people were rescued during a Saturday house fire in Aurora, officials said. (Aurora Fire Department)

Two people rescued during house fire in Aurora, fire department says

January 21, 2026 at 8:29 a.m.

Having sustained significant damage, the home was declared uninhabitable, officials said.

The Paramount Theatre is at 23 E. Galena Blvd. in downtown Aurora. (R. Christian Smith/The Beacon-News)

‘Mean Girls’ and ‘A Christmas Carol’ among shows set for next Broadway Series at Paramount in Aurora

January 19, 2026 at 9:13 a.m.

The Paramount Theatre in Aurora on Monday announced the lineup of shows for its 15th Broadway Series set to begin in August.

The West Aurora Gospel Choir performs during a previous Martin Luther King Day event organized by the city of Aurora. This year's event to honor the legacy of the civil rights leader will be held at 6 p.m. Monday at East Aurora High School, 500 Tomcat Lane. (David Sharos/For The Beacon-News)

Aurora to honor legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. during Monday event

January 16, 2026 at 6:36 p.m.

The city of Aurora will honor the life and legacy of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. during an event on Monday at East Aurora High School.

An event showcasing performing and visual arts will be held Saturday, Jan. 24, at Rosary College Prep, 901 N. Edgelawn Drive in Aurora. (Molly Morrow/The Beacon-News)

Event at Rosary in Aurora to showcase performing and visual arts

January 16, 2026 at 8:42 a.m.

An event showcasing performing and visual arts featuring current students and alumni from Rosary College Prep and Marmion Academy will take place from 7 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 24...

Aurora man sentenced to six years in prison in case involving drugs, guns

January 14, 2026 at 2:34 p.m.

Eric Rosales pleaded guilty to two felony offenses, and has been sentenced to six years in prison, per the Aurora Police Department.

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