Aurora area to celebrate the Fourth of July with parades, fireworks and more
The Aurora area prepares to celebrate the Fourth of July with a variety of activities around the Fox Valley.
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Aurora Public Library District wins award for legal assistance programs
The Aurora Public Library District was honored recently with the Liberty Bell Award by the Kane County Bar Association for the library district's legal assistance programs.
Man charged with first-degree murder in connection with fatal shooting in Aurora
Nathanael Carire-Arocho, 44, of Aurora, has been charged with first-degree murder, armed violence and unlawful possession of a weapon by a felon in connection with the fatal shooting, officials said.
Grand marshal named for Aurora Fourth of July Parade
Hugo Saltijeral of Aurora has been named grand marshal of Aurora's Fourth of July Parade, set for the city's downtown on Friday, July 4.
Geneva police add Golden Retriever comfort dog to the force
Tommy, a 20-month-old Golden Retriever, was sworn in on June 23 to provide a calming presence and emotional support, the police said.
St. Charles looking for resident input on sidewalks
The city of St. Charles has developed a survey to gather input from residents to help with sidewalk planning in the city's neighborhoods, officials said.
Batavia launches home energy upgrade program paid for by plastic bag fee
Residents can apply through July 18 for the program's first round of free home energy audits and grants, the city says.
Aurora’s Grand Army of the Republic Museum director honored by statewide group
Grand Army of the Republic Museum Director Eric Pry was named the Museum Professional of the Year by the Illinois Association of Museums.
St. Charles still looking for new police chief
City officials said they made an offer to a candidate, but the individual accepted a police chief job in another community. The city is continuing recruiting for the role, according...
Crowning ceremony begins Juneteenth Week in Aurora
The city of Aurora officially launched Juneteenth Week 2025 with the crowning of the new Mr. and Miss Black Aurora on Thursday night at Aurora University's Crimi Auditorium, city officials said.