Lifestyle
Indian Prairie Student Heading to Scripps National Spelling Bee for Second Time
Shruthi Ayyagari, an eighth-grader, will compete in the prestigious national competition in May.
EA Paws Program Now Active In All D131 Schools
Comfort dogs brought to East Aurora schools to support students' emotional well-being and reduce stress and anxiety.
Pacski Lovers Flock to Harner's Bakery for Fat Tuesday Tradition
North Aurora bakery sees massive crowds for annual Paczki rush, selling over 25,000 pastries in a single day.
Business
Aurora Hosts Open House on Data Centers Amid Moratorium
City seeks resident feedback as temporary ban on new data centers nears end.
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.
Crime
Two Shootings Reported in Aurora Within Hours
Police say the incidents are not believed to be related and do not pose an ongoing threat to the community.
Two Separate Shootings Investigated in Aurora
One incident left two juveniles injured, while the other involved an exchange of gunfire between two vehicles
Aurora Marks 7th Anniversary of Henry Pratt Tragedy
Memorial ceremony held at Aurora City Hall to honor victims
Sports
Illinois Attack Boosts Youth Basketball Development
Travel program offers structured training, competitive tournaments, and player growth opportunities in Chicago area
Chicagoland Youth Basketball Network Opens March Tournaments
2-Game and 3-Game formats offer flexible competition options for Illinois high school teams.
Waubonsie Valley Alum Tinney Answers Call for Aurora University
Freshman guard steps up with 7 points, 3 rebounds, 2 assists in tense conference win
Politics
Congressman Calls for DHS Reforms After Shutdown
Foster demands accountability and oversight for agency's 'aggressive operations'
Aurora Student Protest Against ICE Turns Violent
Walkout over federal immigration enforcement leads to injuries, police response
Aurora Police Issue Safety Alert for Planned Protest at Simmons Park
Authorities urge non-participants to avoid the area to reduce congestion and maintain public safety.
