School Spotlight takes Lauren Victory to West Aurora High School!

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Aurora's zoo is hoping to adopt what is considered one of the largest porcupine species in the world.

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A judge ordered the 41-year-old to be released under certain conditions while his trial is pending.

The three other people involved in the case were also charged in connection with the death of 19-year-old Edwin Varela, officials said.

Passersby might notice an increased police presence and specialized equipment in the area during the training.

The incident began on West Galena Boulevard and led Aurora police to the 200 block of Half Moon Circle, officials said.

Aurora police, who are asking for the community's help locating the teen, said he left home Oct. 1 and didn't return.

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Kane County incumbent Treasurer Chris Lauzen and his Democratic challenger, Auditor Penny Wegman, went toe-to-toe at a recent candidates night, at times openly criticizing each other.

The changes include a cap on the number of video gambling licenses within the city and criteria on where such establishments can be located.

The Illinois Environmental Council honored mayor John Laesch with the Milestone Achievement Award at its annual Environmental Leadership Dinner October 2. The award, which is given to leaders who drive...

By Ben Szalinski & Maggie DoughertyCapitol News Illinoisnews@capitolnewsillinois.com A new study predicts data centers expected to be built in Illinois over the next decade would create thousands of jobs...

By Bernarda MalevskaCapitol News Illinoisbmalevska@capitolnewsillinois.com Homelessness in Illinois decreased overall by 6% between 2025 and 2026, but chronic homelessness, where people have been homeless...

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.

By Dr. Glenn Mollette A few years back my wife’s parents passed and the time came to sell their house. The house was nice and had nice furniture. When the house sold a lot of their belongings ended...

September 20, 2026Dear editor; An interesting meeting was held September 14 at Santori Library in Aurora. A write-up covering the meeting was in the September 17 Beacon-News about the meeting on data...

East Aurora High School will host the Forgotten Teens car show from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 17 at the Montgomery VFW, 121 N. River St., Montgomery. Features will include food, raffles, awards, and...

Aurora Lions Club will offer its annual Candy Days fundraiser Friday and Saturday, Oct. 9-10. Volunteers wearing bright yellow aprons will accept donations from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. outside Prisco’s Family...

Aurora Business United will meet from 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. Friday, Oct. 9 at the Aurora Public Library, 101 S River St., Aurora. The guest speaker will be Rob Hinds who will speak on tips for effective...

Chris Linden will explore the legendary hideouts, real-life haunts, and the lingering connections with Prohibition in our region Tuesday Oct. 13 at 2 p.m. at 113 South Third Street, Geneva. Please register...

The Free Plano Food Pantry will have canned goods, fresh fruit & veggies, frozen meat, bread, milk, and eggs, Friday, Oct. 16 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at First Lutheran Church in Plano, 200 N Center Street....

Marta Keane, a career environmentalist, will give insight on our habits as consumers and our larger environment during a free program Thursday Oct. 15, at 7 p.m. at Yorkville Congregational UCC, 409 Center...

Aurora mayor John Laesch is opposing a proposed 15% water rate hike ($18 per water bill) for a Text-a-Physician program being advanced by State representative Barbara Hernandez, citing concerns over automatic...

Kane County Sheriff Ron Hain announced his retirement, effective November 1, 2026, bringing a distinguished 30-year career in law enforcement to a close. Sheriff Hain has decided to step down to focus...

The Illinois Environmental Council honored mayor John Laesch with the Milestone Achievement Award at its annual Environmental Leadership Dinner October 2. The award, which is given to leaders who drive...

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....

The Montgomery Beautification Committee will host its annual Halloween Display Contest to recognize homes and businesses for outstanding Halloween decorations. "It quickly has become our most popular...

Whether it’s pumpkin-ed out or makes the hair on our necks stand up, the City of Aurora government is looking for houses that scream “Halloween” for this year’s Haunt Your House Decorating Contest....

The Yorkville Public Library Youth Service Department will have many events in October. All events will take place at the Library, 902 Game Farm Road, unless otherwise noted. For more information, or...

The 23rd Annual Trunk or Treat will be at the Plano Methodist Church parking lot, 219 N. Hale Street, Plano, Sunday, Oct. 18, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.. Children will be going from car trunk to car trunk collecting...

More than 5,000 ghouls are expected to flock to downtown Batavia for the annual event.

Hain will officially retire two days before the general election, when the sheriff's seat will be up for grabs.

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Automated license plate-reading cameras are being removed from the Mill Creek subdivision in near Geneva, the Kane County Sheriff’s Office announced Tuesday. The move comes after the Mill Creek Spec...

Aurora University is once again earning recognition in higher education.

The teenager left home early one morning and didn't return, according to police.

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Aurora University is once again earning recognition in higher education.

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The Little White School Museum’s annual Oswego Cemetery Walk, at the Oswego Township Cemetery on South Main Street in Oswego, was postponed from October 1, due to inclement weather, to Thursday, Oct....

Saturday brought an end to the 115th year of the longest-running farmers market in the state, a season that again brought thousands to downtown Aurora to shop for food products and services provided by...