Aurora man hit with drug charges over alleged Naperville fentanyl sales

A 20-year-old Aurora man is facing felony drug charges after a six-month investigation into alleged fentanyl sales in the Naperville area, authorities announced Thursday.

Aurora woman pays it forward after winning $1M lottery prize

An Aurora woman who recently won $1 million from a lottery scratch-off ticket is using her windfall to help others.

Luis Moyotl: Missing Aurora boy safely located, police say

A missing 7-year-old Aurora boy who is deaf and has autism was safely located late Thursday night, police said.

'Battle of the Big Butts' showcases football linemen at West Aurora High School

The "Battle of the Big Butts," an annual event at West Aurora High School, showcases the skills of hundreds of football linemen from numerous high schools.

'Battle of the Big Butts' showcases Chicago-area high school football linemen
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The "Battle of the Big Butts," an annual event at West Aurora High School, showcases the skills of hundreds of football linemen from numerous high schools.

Fox Valley Mall welcomes 12 new businesses
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The City of Aurora said 85% of the businesses that recently opened in the mall are minority-owned, reflecting the growing diversity of the community.

Chicago is one of the worst-run cities in US, study finds

Chicago is ranked as one of the worst-run cities in the United States, according to a new study, while one of its suburbs is positioned near the top of the list.

Aurora man sentenced for arson, assault and car theft

An Aurora man has been sentenced after committing arson and, days later, hitting a woman before stealing a car from a bystander who intervened.

Two Aurora police officers cleared in 2023 shooting
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Two Aurora officers have been acquitted of any wrongdoing in a shooting in February 2023. The Kane County State's Attorney says the officers did not commit any unlawful acts after shooting a man believed to be in the middle of a mental health crisis.