Aurora

Rescue animals from parts of Texas that were devastated by catastrophic flooding this month arrived at the Aurora Municipal Airport Thursday and were taken in by area shelters.

Anderson Humane, based in South Elgin, took in several dogs and cats who were displaced by catastrophic flooding in Texas and flown to Aurora Airport. Other rescue groups in the Chicago area also received some of the animals.

An Aurora man has been sentenced by a Kane County judge to 125 years in prison for his role in the 2021 murder of Edward Smith Jr, also of Aurora.

In Kane County, funds will support two Aurora programs: The Neighbor Project and A Cubed Design LLC, according to a news release.

The show, which combines theater, circus and cabaret, will be at the Chicago Premium Outlet Mall in Aurora Friday, July 18, through Monday, July 21.

The Aurora downtown area embraces its vibrant renaissance as the cultural heartbeat of the city.

More than 30 food trucks will line up in the heart of downtown Aurora, serving a variety of cuisines.

It's time to mark calendars for upcoming seasons of entertainment coming to theaters near you.

A man was sentenced to 20 years in prison after 4,000 grams of cocaine were discovered in his vehicle during a traffic stop, according to a news release from the Kane County State’s Attorney.

A Chicago man has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for his role in the robbery of a Marengo gas station where an employee was shot. He will serve the time concurrent with a Kane County robbery sentence.

Fourteen people were treated for injuries, and nine were sent to hospitals, when a van carrying a musical group from Mexico crashed in McHenry after leaving Aurora for a Milwaukee show.

Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora is collecting backpack donations to assist people in the community without homes. Donations will go to the church's warming center used in winter.

A 17-year-old boy is in stable condition after he was shot several times at Settler’s Park in Plainfield.

The office of Will County Coroner Laurie Summers has identified an Aurora man killed in a crash on I-55 in Will County Saturday.

First Secure Community Bank has been recognized by the Illinois Bankers Association as a recipient of the 2025 Illinois Community Service Award.

Metra is adding more trains on the UP North, UP West and Rock Island lines Saturday and Sunday to accommodate those heading into the city for the third annual NASCAR Chicago Street Race.

Where you can watch fireworks in Kane County.

From live music and food trucks to pet parades and pie-eating contests, here is a list of Kane County happenings on Fourth of July weekend:

A woman was found dead inside an apartment after firefighters responded to a triggered fire alarm at a four-story building in Aurora on Tuesday, authorities said.

Rosary High School in Aurora, long known for its academic rigor in preparing girls for college, has added College Prep to its name as of July 1.

Democratic U.S. Rep. Lauren Underwood of Naperville has one fewer potential Republican challenger to worry about in 2026.

Earthmover Credit Union recently awarded four Teen Investment Program College Scholarships totaling $4,000 to four local high school students.

A fledgling Elmhurst-based company that distributes vending machines offering electronic cigarettes and vaping products is facing pushback from some suburbs.

Area residents are invited to bring their aging electronics and other items to a public recycling and shredding event Saturday in Aurora.

Kane County government offices are closed Thursday in observance of the federal Juneteenth holiday.

A collaboration with Aurora’s City of Lights Film Festival will bring a full day of programming to downtown Aurora on June 14. 

The line-up is stacked with locally and nationally acclaimed DJs and music artists like Fast Eddie, DJ Julian Jumpin Perez, DJ Mike “Hitman” Wilson, DJ Mickey Mixin Oliver, DJ Maurice “ICE” Culpepper, DJ Tim Spinnin Schommer and DJ Kickin Kenny Cahill.

The Second City 65th Anniversary Show showcases some of Second City’s audience’s favorite songs, sketches, and characters written by some of the famed company’s illustrious alumni.

Illinois’ oldest farmers market returns to downtown Aurora, featuring local vendors and family activities.

'It’s Only a Play' by Terrence McNally runs until June 14.

Senior Services Associations push to protect the Older Americans Act that provides funding for essential services.

The circus-inspired concept for this production creates an exhilarating, enlightening experience that's simply purr-fect.

The “Benefit for Keagyn” fundraiser, for the Yorkville Intermediate School student, is happening from 1 – 5 p.m. Saturday, May 10, at the St. George Citizen Club, 667 Sheridan Street, Aurora.

The city of Aurora's Youth Services Division will honor National Physical Fitness and Sports month by hosting the 31st Annual Sports Festival from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m Friday, May 9 at Phillips Park, 828 Montgomery Road, Aurora.

For five decades, Gary Johnson’s passion for science has ignited a catalyst of wonder within generations of students in his classroom. Johnson currently teaches biology, chemistry, and physics to 9-12 graders at Parkview Christian Academy.

The Boulevard Food & Drink Hall will offer a fresh dining experience at the new casinos, including an all-new burger concept from celebrity chef Stephanie Izard, and Chicago favorites Antique Taco and Pretty Cool Ice Cream.

Hollywood Casino Joliet will feature the all-age Boulevard Food & Drink Hall that will include Lucky Goat, a new Stephanie Izard burger restaurant.

The family of a man whom Kane County deputies shot and killed May 24, 2023, filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Sheriff Ron Hain and Deputy Michael Widlarz in federal court seeking a jury trial and unspecified damages.

A resident escaped through a window and onto a roof over the front door. Firefighters brought him down on a ladder. He was examined for smoke exposure and declined treatment, according to a news release.

People attending a Mass of remembrance at the Cathedral of St. Raymond Nonnatus talk about Pope Francis and the next pope.

New Orleans–inspired cuisine and bold Southern flavors debut on River Street in Aurora.

A former investigator for the Will County Public Defender’s Office was sentenced to serve 85% of an eight-year prison sentence for driving under the influence of drugs in a 2022 crash that killed a psychologist.

Pastors and members of Batavia, Geneva and Aurora United Methodist churches celebrated Good Friday with a joint Tenebrae service at United Methodist Church of Geneva.

A school librarian in Wheaton is donating one of her kidneys to her best friend’s father.

Voters in Kendall County this election determined who will make the important decisions regarding their communities, schools, townships, fire departments, parks and libraries. See the results here.

Voters in Kane County this election determined who will make the important decisions regarding their communities, schools, townships, fire departments, parks and libraries. See the results here.

The Harvest Point subdivision would have 59 detached single-family houses in an area east of Raddant Road, between Sonoma Lane and Moorehead Drive.

Democratic U.S. Rep. Bill Foster's upcoming town hall at McHenry County College is sold out plans are to livestream the event.

Dementia care and ER boarding: A growing concern for families in northern Illinois

The four deputies with the Kane County Sheriff’s department were investigated for their role in a car chase on Randall Road that ended in the fatal shooting of an Aurora man in May 2023.