Sacred listening: Social workers explore ‘Grace in Action’

Aurora social workers explored “Grace in Action” Sunday at Wesley United Methodist Church, Aurora. Guest speakers were Lu Anna Handley, founder and director of Shine Within, Inc., and Shannon Cameron, chief of staff, City of Aurora. Thew Elliott, Wesley director of liturgy and music, moderated the conversation that concluded the

Fifteen-month human exploitation investigation, six charged

The Kane County State’s Attorney’s Office announced that six men have been arrested and charged as the result of a 15-month-long investigation into prostitution occurring at brothels operating in Aurora, West Dundee, Rockford, and South Elgin. On the morning of July 16, multiple law enforcement agencies led by the Kane

Aurora Puerto Rican Cultural Council 2026 Puerto Rican Heritage Week

The Aurora Puerto Rican Cultural Council invites the community to celebrate Puerto Rican culture, history and pride during Aurora Puerto Rican Heritage Week, taking place July 18 through July 26 at locations throughout Aurora. “For more than five decades, Aurora’s Puerto Rican community has come together to preserve our traditions,

Pritzker signs new laws: Birth control, AI, play-based learning

By Ben SzalinskiCapitol News Illinoisbszalinski@capitolnewsillinois.com Governor JB Pritzker signed 31 new laws on Friday as he continues evaluating measures passed in the spring session, including bills banning certain ingredients from cosmetics and correcting the State’s property tax laws. Access to birth control Senate Bill 3341 allows minors to receive birth