The City of Aurora’s Data and Analytics Division, in partnership with the City’s Community Development Division (CDD), has unveiled a new open data portal, designed to provide residents with an in-depth look at City assistance programs and grant funding awarded to community organizations over time. The Community Development Open Data
The Kane County Continuum of Care 2025 Homelessness Report and Needs Analysis has just been released, offering a comprehensive look at homelessness in Kane County and identifying key gaps and priorities for improving housing stability and health outcomes. The report identifies gaps in available services, evaluates system performance and supports
As I punch out this florid, possibly obtuse, bit of prose, it appears that the lump that is Trump has given his Russian dictator buddy what he wanted, while he, Donny Dearest, in spite of all his bluster and chest pounding, returns to the lower 48 with nothing; no ceasefire
Single tickets are set to go on sale August 21 for the award-winning Elgin Symphony Orchestra’s 76th Season Classics Series, to open the weekend of October 11-12 with a vibrant program featuring Carlos Simon’s “Motherboxx Connection,” Howard Hanson’s Symphony No. 2, and George Gershwin’s jazz-infused Concerto in F with guest
Ingredients1/3 cup rice vinegar1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes2 garlic cloves, minced1/2 teaspoon minced fresh ginger root1/3 cup thinly sliced green onions2 teaspoons sesame oil4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, pounded to 1/2 inch thicknesssalt and pepper to taste2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 egg, beaten1 cup panko
It’s hard to grade intelligence, its worth;But that is what we try to do from birth.A figure, by itself, is always found;But often now with walls in which it’s bound.Like this: What good is it if it’s not used?How can we tell if that is not accused?Is that how we
The Aurora Public Library District is sharpening pencils, dusting off backpacks, and gearing up for back-to school! Whether you’re a parent looking to keep your child’s learning momentum going, or an educator planning lessons for eager young minds, APLD has a wealth of resources ready to make this school year
Are you a longtime Oswego resident, or are you new to the Oswegoland community? Either way, you won’t want to miss “Oswegoland Trivia Night” Saturday, Aug. 23, at the Fox Valley Winery, 59 Main Street in the heart of Oswego’s historic downtown business district. Starting at 7 p.m. and for
By Bela “Bill” Suhayda It’s amazing to me Democrats are surprised Donald Trump is exacting justice on them now that he is our 47th president. The Dems illegally spied on him, and assigned a special prosecutor (Robert Mueller) to investigate him. We’ve now found out Barack Obama, James Comey, and
By Bobby Narang York High School senior Hunter Stepanich is looking to end his prep career on a memorable note. Stepanich is aiming to make a noise in all three of his sports, starting with football this fall, to basketball in the winter to volleyball in the spring. The 6-foot-7,
By Woodrow Carroll With the collegiate football season rapidly approaching, each program is gearing up to get off on the right foot. And, nowhere is this more important than in the ranks of the FBS (Football Bowl Subdivision) schools where so much is at stake in terms of ranking, reputation
Aurora University football team trains on opening day of football training camp, Thursday, Aug. 14.
Aurora Wesley United Methodist Church lead pastor Tammy Scott, background second from left, leads a backpack blessing celebration Sunday, Aug. 17.
Diane Morris, right, announces to the Plano Methodist Church congregation, August 3, that Elizabeth Gould, center, is the recipient of a scholarship, established by Pete and Betty Wolsfeld.
Knights of Columbus Our Lady of Good Council #14929 installs new officers recently.
Aurora-based Association for Individual Development (AID) hosted a ribbon-cutting and open house ceremony August 7, to celebrate completion of The Wildwoods, a new affordable and supportive housing development at 691 S. State Street in Elgin. The event featured remarks from several distinguished guests, including Lore Baker, AID president & CEO;
Ever wonder how Oswego’s downtown business district evolved to become the vibrant collection of shops and offices it is today? Find out when the Oswegoland Heritage Association and the Little White School Museum host “Oswego History Tour – Downtown,” starting at 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 23. All communities evolve and
Join Fox Valley United Way Wednesday, Aug. 27 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. for its Annual Ice Cream Social at the Aurora Regional Fire Museum, 53 N. Broadway, Aurora. The inspiring event will highlight the work the group is doing in the Fox Valley area. You will also have
By John & Nisha Whitehead Let’s not mince words: every American should be alarmed by president Donald Trump’s “Liberation Day” tactics, theatrics, and threats. What is unfolding in the nation’s capital is a hostile takeover of our constitutional republic. This is no longer about partisan politics, wag-the-dog distractions from the
