Large turnout in Aurora for No Kings rally
Hundreds of demonstrators at the No Kings rally in Aurora, line up along E. Galena Blvd. outside McCarty Park March 28.
Social media regulations, rideshare bills among 264 to advance
By Jenna Schweikert, Nikoel Hytrek, Brenden Moore, & Ben SzalinskiCapitol News Illinoisnews@capitolnewsillinois.com The Illinois House passed 264 bills out of committee this week ahead of Friday’s deadline, kicking the legislative session into high gear with two months to go before adjournment. While the committee passage of bills marks early progress,
Make a difference, be energy smart at Aurora Greenfest
The Aurora Greenfest is ready to give you and your family a fun-filled day, full of ways to take better care of yourselves and the planet. Our vendors will teach you everything about recycling, installing solar panels on your house, and saving money and energy in your home. The Fox
Reader’s Voice: Commander-in-chief lacking decorum
March 23, 2026Dear editor; Over the past couple weeks, our current commander-in-chief, Donald Trump, has provided multiple demonstrations of his unworthiness to hold that title. And furthermore, regardless of one’s political views, Trump’s words and behavior in those instances lend credence to the view that he is a pathetically deranged
Diabetes Club of Fox Valley to host Quilts of Valor’s presentation to six military veterans, April 8; members to meet Wednesday, April 8
By Russ George Members of the Diabetes Club of Fox Valley will hold their April membership meeting Wednesday, April 8, at Oak Street Restaurant, 945 Oak Street, in North Aurora. Meeting will be held in the East Banquet Room. Dinner is optional on members’ own from the menu at 5:30
Collage card making with Alley Art Fest
Join in around the table at Yellow Bird Books, 34 S Stolp Ave, Aurora, and create your own collage cards Thursday, April 9 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.. Making collage cards is a great expression of creativity, as well as a calming and pleasurable activity – and they make wonderful
Open Roads ABATE Train Run
Open Roads ABATE is sponsoring a Train Fun Run Saturday, April 11, at the Aurora Train Station, 233 N. Broadway in Aurora, at 9:30 a.m. sharp, with departure at 10:05 a.m.. The train ticket is $7 per person and $5 per person for the fun run. Enjoy the stops, new
Spring Icon Workshop at St. George Church
St. George Byzantine Catholic Church is hosting a Spring Icon Painting Workshop April 20-25. This instructor-led workshop with master iconographer, Phillip Zimmerman, will take place at the Church, 720 Rural Street in Aurora. The icon to be written is St. Cecilia, Patroness of Musicians. Painting and presentations will be held
Kane County Health Department urges families to take steps against measles
In the final months of the school year and as families begin planning for summer camps, travel, and outdoor activities, the Kane County Health Department (KCHD) is encouraging residents to take a few simple, but effective steps to protect children from measles, a highly contagious disease that can spread quickly
Congressman Foster statement on DHS funding vote
Congressman Bill Foster (D-IL) issued the following statement on the DHS Funding Vote: “As I have said throughout this DHS shutdown, I will vote no on any funding for ICE that does not include serious reforms. “After Operation Midway Blitz and the killing of two Americans in Minneapolis, it is
Rep. Hanson helps pass insurance cost relief bill
State representative Matt Hanson, D-Montgomery, is taking action to lower home and auto insurance costs by passing a new bill that ensures Illinois customers are not padding profits of big corporations or covering corporate losses in high-risk states like Florida or Texas. “The cost of home and auto insurance is
Aurora to debut new exhibit from world-renowned sculptor
The City of Aurora’s Public Art Division is excited to unveil a new exhibit from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, April 3, that will mark the homecoming of a world-renowned sculptor and historian, Dr. Charles Smith. The public is invited to attend the free opening reception at Aurora Public
RiverEdge Park varied events in 2026 summer season
Aurora’s newly-renovated RiverEdge Park, 360 N. Broadway, Aurora, is ready for upcoming varied events. Following a year off for renovations, RiverEdge is back with improved amenities and has grown its capacity from 6,000 to 7,500. Upcoming events are: •Blues on the Fox, featuring Trombone Shorty and Ally Venable, Saturday, June
Kane County Farm Bureau Foundation’s Touch-A-Tractor April 10-12
Kane County Farm Bureau Foundation’s (KCFB) 20th Touch-A-Tractor weekend of family fun will be held Friday through Sunday, April 10-12, at KCFB, 2N710 S.Randall Rd., St. Charles. Hours are Friday noon to 4 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Sunday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.. Cooped-up kids have
Hunt for 4,000 Easter eggs April 4 in Aurora
Redeemer Community Church, 905 N. Edgelawn Dr. in Aurora, will host an outdoor Easter egg hunt Saturday, April 4, at 10:30 a.m.. Featuring 4,000 eggs and prizes, the annual event will take place on the church lawn north of the building. The public is invited. Admission and parking are free.
Recipe of the Week: Southwestern Bake
Ingredients1 pound lean ground beef2 cloves garlic, minced1 onion, chopped2 teaspoons chili powder2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained2 (8.75 ounce) cans corn, drained1 (16 ounce) container sour cream2 cups fresh salsa5 cups crushed plain tortilla chips3 cups shredded Cheddar cheese1 large fresh tomato, finely chopped3 green onions, chopped Directions1.
Poem: Sage Advice
You were all set on doing something when your Mom said “No!”Then all the gripes and moans and pleading didn’t do a thing.You knew that you were right…besides, what did your Mother know?An even bet, this dialogue has a familiar ring.But what your Mother “knew”, most likely, was experience.And when
A closer look at APLD’s Collection Services Department
When you visit the Aurora Public Library District, you see thousands of items on our shelves waiting patiently to be taken home. What you don’t see is the work that went into getting them there. Every single item (over 330,000) had to be ordered, received, labeled, barcoded, cataloged, and shelved
Select April youth events at Yorkville Public Library
The Yorkville Public Library Youth Service Department will have many events in March. All events will take place at the Library, 902 Game Farm Road, unless otherwise noted. For more information, or to register, call 630-553-4354 or visit www.yorkville.lib.il.us. •Jumpstart Screening, Friday, April 10, 10:30 a.m.. Jumpstart is a free
Lockport girls soccer team undergoing massive changes
By Bobby Narang The Lockport High School girls soccer team is undergoing a massive roster turnover this spring. But the Porters are keeping their sights set on another double-digit winning season. Junior midfielder Yurida Hernandez, a Bowling Green recruit who has scored over 22 goals in her first two seasons,