Business
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.
Aurora Approves Leases for New Green Jobs Training Hub
The city's CEJA Workforce Development Hub will offer programs in clean energy and construction from the College of DuPage and 548 Foundation.
Aurora Approves New Loan Program for Sustainable Building Upgrades
The city is partnering with the Illinois Finance Authority to offer C-PACE financing for commercial properties.
Crime
Family Displaced, Dog Missing After Aurora Home Fire
Two-alarm blaze leaves family of four without a home, one child hospitalized for smoke inhalation
5 Arrested After Armed Robbery Leads to Police Chase and Crash in Aurora
Authorities say a student was robbed at gunpoint before suspects fled, crashed, and were apprehended.
Five Teens Arrested After Armed Robbery Pursuit Ends in Crash in Aurora
Police say the suspects robbed a juvenile at gunpoint before leading officers on a chase that ended in a crash.
Lifestyle
10 Students Top D131 Great Reading Tournament
Over 7,000 students from 14 schools participated in the fall edition of the reading competition.
First Fridays Event Returns to Downtown Aurora Under New Management
The monthly community event featuring local businesses, art, and entertainment is back after a change in organizing groups.
Kane County Board Member Honored for Environmental Advocacy
Mavis Bates receives Thomas Weisner Memorial Award from Conservation Foundation
Sports
Purdue Commit Zach Stewart Leads Marmion to Dual Team Sectional Win
Stewart moves up two weight classes to 150 pounds and earns a 12-4 major decision as Marmion defeats Mount Carmel 46-23.
Illinois Attack Opens Enrollment for February Basketball Training
Youth athletes can sharpen core skills through structured sessions focused on ball handling and shooting
Aurora University's fast-paced style suits Oswego East's Riley Doggett
Doggett thrives in AU's up-tempo offense after overcoming ACL injury in high school
