By Maggie DoughertyCapitol News Illinoismdougherty@capitolnewsillinois.com Illinois lawmakers are calling for an independent commission to investigate Illinois-linked crimes connected to international sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein. Democratic lawmakers Monday joined advocates for women and survivors of sexual abuse to introduce House Bill 5723, called the Illinois Epstein Files Investigation Act. The bill,
Aurora Christian High School’s Jacob Baumann (22) puts up a shot against Byron February 27 in the IHSA Class 2A regional final.
Aurora University’s men’s basketball team and friends celebrate the Spartans’ 67-66 win over visiting Marian University February 28 in the Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference tournament.
“One is Never Enough!” an exhibit by Aurora’s Mid-West Early American Pressed Glass Club, is open at Santori Aurora Public Library, 101 S. River St.. The display is free to the public on the library’s third floor during visit hours. Featured are 27 pieces on loan from nine club members
Not every young person knows what they want to be when they grow up — but sometimes all it takes is one conversation to discover a passion. At the Aurora Public Library District, we’ve started a new program series at West Branch to get teens thinking about their future without
Selected from nearly 600 nominations statewide, Jennifer Van Dusen, a fifth grade general education teacher at Prairie Point Elementary School in Oswego, is one of just 30 finalists for the 2026 Golden Apple Award for Excellence in Teaching, recognized for the impact she is making in the classroom. Jennifer Van
By Bobby Narang The Benet Academy High School boys basketball team is aiming to duplicate their results from last season. As the defending Class 4A State champions, the Redwings are aiming to hoist the Class 4A State basketball trophy at the State Farm Center for the second season in a
“It’s not about winning” declared Wilbert Walters, Aurora Sundowners Track Club founder and former head coach. Walters, 97, and two others – Troy Davis, current Sundowners head coach; and Maureen McKane, author of a new Walters biography – were guest speakers at a February 25 reading and book signing at
Brutus is a male Boxer who is five to six years old. Brutus is a deeply-affectionate, people-loving boy who thrives on closeness with his humans. He loves cuddling, being petted, and will happily sleep next to his humans at night. Wherever you go, Brutus is likely to follow, often carrying
Aurora Central Catholic High School players celebrate their home 78-19 victory over Kennedy of Chicago in the Class 3A Aurora Central regional final February 20.
Todd Thorson is on a mission, helping people, especially senior citizens, stay safe, confident and empowered in a fast-changing digital world. Thorson, founder and chief technology officer at Yorkville-based Tanj Cybersecurity and Technologies, presented “Cybersecurity for Kids Over 60–8 Ways” at Riverview Diner in Montgomery February 17. He was the
A community grows stronger when each voice has the opportunity to tell its story. At the Aurora Public Library District, we created the Community Voices initiative to provide a space for people in Aurora to share their personal narratives, learn from their neighbors, and see themselves reflected in our city.
City of Aurora economic development projects are focusing on commercial and residential. That was the word February 19 from Aurora zoning and planning division director Tracey Vacek at Aurora Lions Club’s monthly luncheon meeting at Riverview Diner in Montgomery. Vacek said key retail projects include: •A Climate and Equitable Jobs
Aurora University’s Josh Tinney (10) drives through Benedictine University defenders February 18. Host Aurora won, 87-78.
ndividuals involved in the Open Roads ABATE Pool Tournament February 21 pose for a photo.
Cathy Hayen is retiring from the City of Aurora government at the end of February. You might not know her by name, but you know her by the gardens, baskets, and planters of vibrant colors that have transformed downtown Aurora over the years into a seasonal paradise. In 2014, Hayen
Aries is a male Shepherd/Husky mix who is about 14 months old. When Aries came to Rover Rescue he was found to have a heart defect that will require medication for the rest of his life. However Rover Rescue has pledged to continue to provide the medication for him. He
Aurora school students staged a walkout against the Donald Trump administration’s immigration enforcement policies in downtown Aurora Friday, Feb. 13.
A memorial ceremony was held for the 7th anniversary of the Henry Pratt tragedy at Aurora City Hall, February 15.
