Aurora
Waubonsee Aurora campus opening
After a quarter century operating on East Galena Boulevard, the doors at Waubonsee College’s downtown Aurora campus were shut for good last week. ... Full story
Naper Settlement hosts Civil War re-enactment
A record number of re-enactors helped to bring the American Civil War to life at this year’s Civil War Days at Naper Settlement on Saturday and Sunday. About 480 enlisted to take part in battles, educate the public and entertain with music and song. ... Full story
Aurora alderman wants more fire safety education for Hispanic adults
After the tragic Aurora fire that killed six people last weekend, one alderman is calling for an increase in fire safety education directed specifically at Hispanic adults. ... Full story
North Aurora picks new police chief, village administrator
The village has a new police chief and village administrator. Village trustees have promoted North Aurora Police Sgt. David Summer to the position of police chief and Chief Administrative Officer Wes Kornowske to the position of village administrator after the recommendation of Village President Dale Berman. ... Full story
Naperville’s Nike Park taking shape
Once just 20 wooded acres of invasive species, Naperville Park District’s new Nike Sports Complex is beginning to look like a park. ... Full story
Community leaders awarded for their service
It was an evening of celebration on Thursday when the Compassion Foundation honored Kane, Kendall and far western DuPage county’s unsung heroes during the Community Champion’s awards banquet. ... Full story
AID assistant earns national honor
When the national award is presented for exceptional direct support professionals, a local resident will be on hand to receive the top prize. ... Full story
Fourth of July grand marshal nominations sought
The City of Aurora and the Roosevelt-Aurora American Legion Post 84 are looking for a person who has made a positive impact in the community to serve as grand marshal for the Independence Day Parade. ... Full story
Student files defamation suit against Aurora University, instructor
Aurora University and one of its professors are being sued by a former student who says she was forced out of the school after the professor alleged she made threatening remarks. ... Full story
Butcher shop to come up for vote again in Aurora
A request to open a specialty butcher shop on Aurora’s near West Side will come before the City Council again next week. ... Full story
North Aurora begins search for new police chief
For the first time in more than 15 years, North Aurora is looking for a new police chief. ... Full story
Your dog can compete in Aurora's Rover Rescue show
Not every dog can be a show dog, but pretty much every dog can wag its tail or give its owner a kiss. ... Full story
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