Aurora Man Facing 72 Charges for Illegal Firearm Sales, 3D-Printed Machine-Gun Devices
Authorities say the 42-year-old suspect sold guns and used a 3D printer to make conversion devices that turned semi-automatic firearms into fully automatic weapons.
Kaneland Basketball's Lockdown Defender Jalen Carter Shines in Sectional Semifinal Win
Gunfire Strikes Church and Home in Aurora
Crime
16-Year-Old Girl Reported Missing in Aurora
Police are seeking community assistance to locate Vanity Atlas, who was last seen on March 1.

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
Lifestyle
Aurora GreenFest set to return after one-year hiatus
The annual sustainability festival will be held on May 2 with over 100 exhibitors and a focus on energy efficiency.

Aurora's RiverEdge Park Renovation Nears Completion
New upgrades to increase capacity and improve sound quality for concerts and events.
Student Pilot Crashes at Aurora Airport During Landing Practice
No injuries reported as student pilot's hard landing damages plane and runway
Politics
Aurora-Based Organization Aims to Aid Families Affected by Deportation
Kalpulli Across Borders provides financial and logistical support to families whose loved ones have been deported.

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
Sports
UNC's James Brown Out for Season After Surgery
Sophomore forward underwent procedure to address foot injury.

Waubonsie Valley's Syncere Williams strengthens team's ties to winning
Junior guard helps hold Benet star scoreless in fourth quarter as Warriors advance to supersectional
Illinois Attack Boosts Youth Basketball Development
Travel program offers structured training, competitive tournaments, and player growth opportunities in Chicago area