By Ben Szalinski & Brenden MooreCapitol News Illinoisnews@capitolnewsillinois.com When the retrospective analyses of his tenure in office are written, governor JB Pritzker says he hopes his legacy will rest on the same argument he’s making to Illinois voters in seeking a rare third term. “I would like people to remember
By Ben Szalinski & Brenden MooreCapitol News Illinoisnews@capitolnewsillinois.com Last summer, Republican Darren Bailey had no plans to make a second run for governor after a 12-point loss to Democratic governor JB Pritzker in 2022. But Bailey said he changed his mind when he saw the Republican field developing slowly and
Aurora University’s Lucious Dones (6) rushes against Concordia Chicago’s Kelvin Hayden (11) at Vago Field October 10.
Yorkville High School’s, James Sapp (9), leaps and tackles Oswego East quarterback, Carter Meindel (17) October 9.
The picturesque Fox River is a familiar part of Aurora with its walking paths, wildlife areas, and looming presence along major roadways. But have you ever thought about what goes on behind the scenes to keep the river (and ultimately our city) running? The Aurora Public Library District’s upcoming program
City of Aurora deputy mayor Casildo “Casey” Cuevas presents the Aurora West Side Reading Circle group a proclamation on behalf of Aurora mayor John Laesch, to declaring December 5 as “Aurora West Side Reading Circle Day” in the City of Aurora.
At the October 6 Aurora Committee of the Whole meeting, mayor John Laesch, left, honored Aurora resident, Alexandra Jurado, Rosary College Prep, who earned a perfect ACT score. City of Aurora government photo
Aurora mayor John Laesch, second from left, presents Aurora Lion Club member, Steve Lord, a proclamation to designate October 8 as World Sight Day October 6.
Celebrating the achievements and contributions of Aurora University’s distinguished athletes, coaches and supporters, AU’s Athletics Hall of Fame welcomed the class of 2026 October 10. More than 100 persons attended the 5:30 p.m. event in the university banquet hall in Alumni Hall of Physical Education. Master of ceremonies was James
Continuing a homecoming tradition, St. Charles resident Odie Washington lights Aurora University’s Spartan flame before Aurora’s football game against Concordia Chicago at Vago Field October 10.
The photo of the ring-billed gull in the rain at Whalon Lake Preserve in Naperville by Joe Viola of Shorewood won September’s portion of the Will County Forest Preserve, Preserve the Moment photo contest.
Freya is female Husky/Australian Shepherd who is one year old. Freya is the happiest pup! She weighs 45 pounds and seems to love everyone she meets. She’s always up for an adventure, enjoys car rides and walks. She likes to spend her day playing fetch with a ball or her
Public safety equipment fills the parking at the ninth annual Community Hero Day October 3 at the Aurora Regional Fire Museum in downtown Aurora.
Yorkville High School’s, Gavin Geegan (34), runs through Plainfield East defenders October 2.
I don’t know about you, but the weather change has gotten me really excited for Halloween! Last week, my kids and I put out our decorations, including some homemade ghosts from a past Library program. Fall is a fantastic time to get creative, and the Aurora Public Library District has
By Al Benson “We’re in a housing crisis. Affordable housing solutions can’t keep up with the need.” That was the word from Rick Guzman, executive director of The Neighbor Project, neighborproject.us, an Aurora-based, nonprofit housing advocacy organization when the Aurora Lions Club hosted Guzman as guest speaker at its membership
The Plano Methodist Church members pose for a photo after making a donation to Feed My Starving Children September 25, in addition to sending 12 volunteers to aid in packing food for Guatemala and Panama.
Reverend Eunbae Doh, new pastor at Church of the Good Shepherd United Methodist in Oswego, preaches on “Your Spiritual Resume” to open his ministry at Good Shepherd October 4.
A man watches two boys create crafts during Family Day October 3 at Aurora University’s Schingoethe Center Museum.
Putting their “We Serve” motto into action, Aurora Lions Club members pose for a photo and serve lunch to approximately 180 clients of Hesed House, Aurora’s homeless shelter, September 29.
