This IL City Ranks Among Safest In The County: New Report

Two Illinois cities were included in a ranking of the 182 safest cities across the country.

Yellow Bird Books To Celebrate Anniversary With Live Music, Signing And More

The independent bookstore in downtown Aurora is turning two. A day of free activities is planned to celebrate.

See What Vendors Will Be At Final Aurora Farmers Market Of The Season

A fall celebration, featuring a costume contest, pumpkin giveaway and trick-or-treating, is planned on the final day.

Pooch Parade Planned At New Location In Aurora

More than 125 dogs are set to parade in the seventh annual event.

Free Home Internet Security Course Available To Aurora Residents

The City of Aurora is celebrating National Cybersecurity Awareness Month with the free online training workshop.

Nicor Gas Supports Aurora Families

Close to 300 families benefit from free groceries and valuable resources at the collaborative event.

$1M Powerball Ticket Was Sold In Aurora

Another lucky player won $50,000 in Wednesday's Powerball drawing.

Beginning September 20th: NIU Offers Lean Six Sigma Yellow/Green Belt Workshop Series

Learn how to gain the tools and techniques to identify inefficiencies, reduce waste and drive measurable improvements in your organization

Aurora Continues Encouraging Residents To Report Mid-August Storm Damage

The survey will help Aurora staff better understand damage caused by the Aug. 16-18 storms.

27 National Night Out Events Planned In Aurora

Neighborhoods across Aurora will host family-friendly events featuring live music, food and giveaways.

Where To Find Cooling Centers In Aurora: Extreme Heat Watch Issued

Here's where to stay cool if you find yourself without air conditioning amid the sweltering weather forecast continuing throughout the week.

Some Aurora Homes Have 'Elevated Levels' Of Lead In Drinking Water, City Confirms

With new water testing standards, Aurora officials said certain homes were bound to exceed the EPA's action level for lead in water.

Man, 22, Fatally Shot In Aurora Apartment Was 'Known For His Kind Heart': GoFundMe

The 22-year-old was fatally shot June 29 in an Aurora apartment. An acquaintance of his is accused of his murder, police said.

Aurora native's curiosity turns into award-winning research project at Northern Illinois University

A 2024 Oswego East High School graduate, Jayla Scott impresses judges with her research, communication skills and presentation skills

Pause On Special Census To Recount Aurora's Population Extended

The Census Bureau and Aurora City Council mutually agreed to pause the recount while "working to revamp the initiative at a future date."

10 Aurora Homes Win Mayor's Award For Historic Preservation

The city's Planning and Zoning Division worked with the Aurora Preservation Commission to review applications and determine winners.

Cop On A Rooftop Events Coming To Aurora

Aurora police will participate in the events to raise money for Special Olympics.

Prescription Drug Collection Event Planned In Aurora

Locals will be able to dispose of unwanted, expired or unused medications at the upcoming event.

On May 2: Innovative engineering showcased at NIU's Senior Design Day

Projects span six engineering disciplines: mechanical, electrical, industrial & systems, engineering technology, mechatronics & biomedical

Is Aurora Among The Safest Cities In IL? See Ranking In New Report

Among the 234 cities that met the criteria for the new SafeWise study, where did Aurora land?

Cordogan Clark Relocates HQ To Alexander Lumber Company Building

After 25 years on Ridgeway Avenue, the company has moved its headquarters to the newly acquired building near I-88 and Orchard Road.

Street Closures Planned Through September For New CN Tracks In Aurora

Canadian National Railway's new track in Aurora will help reduce freight traffic delays and improve vehicular flow, officials said.

Kane County Sheriff To Step Up Distracted Driving Enforcement In April

Deputies are increasing enforcement for Distracted Driving Awareness Month in April.

Catholics Invited to find hope in Confession "Be Reconciled" April 9

105 parishes in the diocese, where possible, to offer confession from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. Contact your local church for info.

Where To File Election Complaints On April 1 In Kane County

The Kane County State's Attorney’s Office will operate an election complaint line for voters to report issues on April 1.

Local Swedish Children's Choir holds Swedish Meatball Dinner Benefit

Celebrate National Meatball Day Swedish Style

47 West Aurora High School Seniors Named AP Scholars

"They have worked incredibly hard to set goals, exhibit resilience, and commit themselves to academic excellence," the principal said.

Late Aurora Comedian Honored With Street Dedication

The corner of Spicebush Lane and Fifth Avenue on Aurora's east side has been honorarily named Ken Flores Way.

Aurora Animal Care Launches Volunteer Program

The volunteer program is structured with five tiers of specializations based on individual interests, levels of training and expertise.

Grants Available For Aurora's New Exterior Home Beautification Program

Through the program, residents can apply for a one-time grant to fund outdoor projects that affect the exterior presentation of a home.

Aurora Teen's Make-A-Wish Is Granted With Super Bowl Trip

The young football player, who received a liver transplant, was granted his "top bucket list item" by going to the Super Bowl.

Northern Illinois News Association scholarship competition

Graduating high school seniors can apply who plan to continue their journalism education at the college level.

Pedestrian Bridge Will Be Closed During RiverEdge Park Expansion

The bridge in downtown Aurora is closing as the RiverEdge Park expansion begins, city officials said Friday.

Kane County Fair offers 4-H Scholarships

4-H Club members application deadline is April 1, 2025

Aurora's Warming Center Will Be Open Through End Of Week

Periods of accumulating snow are expected Wednesday, and temperatures are forecast to gradually increase into the weekend.

Overnight Warming Center Will Be Open Wednesday Night In Aurora

Aurora's overnight warming center, which is activated when temperatures drop below 15 degrees, has opened for 22 nights so far this season.

Aurora Chef Will Compete On Food Network's 'Chopped'

Chef Alonso Beckford, an Aurora resident, is the head chef at The Matrix Club, an event venue in Naperville.

1st Baby Of 2025 Born At Rush Copley Medical Center

A baby born to a Plainfield couple was the first to come into the world in 2025 at Rush Copley Medical Center in Aurora.

Overnight Warming Center Opens On New Year's Eve In Aurora

Aurora will activate its temporary overnight warming center Tuesday night and again on Thursday night.

Santa Hat Robbery Sentenced | Fentanyl Homicide Closure | New Coroner

Here is a look at the top stories from this past week in Kane County.

30 Years of Chicago Backflow

CBI is not your typical run of the mill backflow testing company, we are family-owned with over 30 years of experience!

School of Rock Now Playing in Aurora

Last Day is Sunday, June 4

Fox Valley Home and Garden Show returns April 30 and May 1

Sat, Apr 30, 2022 at 10:00 AM TOCA Naperville, 1740 Quincy Ave, Naperville, IL, 60540

Integrated Physical Medicine Chiropractic In Best Of Naperville

Naperville Magazine’s Best Of Naperville 2021 named Integrated Physical Medicine of Naperville a finalist for Best Chiropractic Practice.

Will County Forest Preserve Offers Firefly, Bird, Turtle Programs

The forest preserve district is offering learning programs this summer for all ages. On Fridays, there'll be food trucks on rotation.

Buy Local. Sell Local. Support Local Shops In The Fox Valley Area

Our local-only online marketplace allows customers to shop their favorite shops in the Fox Valley area...all in one convenient transaction.

Spotlight On Aurora Charities

Join me, Judd Lofchie, as I shine some light on a few of our local non-profit and service organizations doing good work in Aurora.