Batavia Building to Get $12M Renovation for New Aurora Software Company HQ
QT9 Software plans to move into the downtown Batavia building, with the city providing $1.9M in TIF funds for the project.
West Suburban Health and Wellness Expo Kicks Off in Aurora
East Aurora students walk out to protest against ICE
Crime
Aurora Police to Boost Patrols, Enforcement for Super Bowl Weekend
Fans urged to plan ahead and avoid driving impaired during the big game celebrations.

Illinois Man Charged with Murdering Ex-Wife After Chasing Her in Garage
Ryan Dodd faces multiple counts of first-degree murder and other charges in the death of Ashley Stewart.
Illinois Mom Killed, Ex-Husband Charged
Ashley Stewart, a mother of six, was found stabbed to death in her home, prompting charges against her former spouse.
Lifestyle
Residents of Del Webb Community in Aurora Demand Solutions Before Expansion
Homeowners voice concerns over security, landscaping, and overburdened amenities as developer Pulte Homes seeks approval for next phase of construction.

Aurora University Introduces AI Ethics Certificate Program
The three-course certificate examines AI's societal impact from multiple perspectives.
New Book Explores Identity Beyond the 'Born This Way' Myth
"Words for a Wounded World" challenges the idea that personal identity is fixed at birth, offering a path to healing through confronting trauma.