Two stolen guns, cocaine seized during Aurora traffic stop

Aurora police recovered three loaded guns — two of them stolen — during a late-night traffic stop last weekend that also led to weapons charges for two teenagers.

Aurora police searching for witness of motorcycle crash

Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a driver who may have witnessed a crash that left a 22-year-old motorcyclist critically injured Tuesday morning in Aurora.

Aurora teen brutally assaulted senior during robbery attempt, police say

“A violent, unprovoked attack,” Aurora’s police chief said after a 70-year-old was hospitalized. A teen suspect is in custody.

Man charged with pushing park manager into Glen Ellyn pool during rowdy scene

A man has been charged with battery after allegedly pushing a Park District manager into a pool during a chaotic scene at a Glen Ellyn pool earlier this summer.

Aurora prepares for Fiestas Patrias 2025 with music, food, and parade return
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The city is set to honor Mexican Independence this weekend with live bands, family fun, and the long-awaited comeback of the Fiestas Patrias parade.

Retired Naperville detective on school shooting prevention, cyber safety | ChicagoLIVE
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Retired Naperville detective and President of Be Sure Cyber Training Rich Wistocki discusses how schools can prevent shootings and keep kids safe from cyber threats in the wake of the Annunciation Catholic School and Church shooting in Minnesota.

New drive-thru-focused Chick-fil-A coming to Chicago suburb soon

A new Chick-fil-A restaurant will open next week in a Chicago suburb with a special focus on drive-thru and carry-out orders.

Illinois man accused of hiding cameras in suburban gym bathrooms

Naperville police say a Bolingbrook man planted hidden cameras in a gym’s bathrooms, recording at least 11 people.

Man accused of setting home on fire, causing explosion
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A Carol Stream man ordered to remain behind bars, accused of setting his own house on fire and damaging other homes.

Chicago area man set home on fire, caused explosion, damage to neighbors: prosecutors

A DuPage County man allegedly set fire to his own home, which caused a large explosion and “severely" damaged his neighbors’ homes, local prosecutors said.

First-ever Food Co-op opens in DuPage County
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Finding locally-sourced products isn't always easy, but the first ever food co-op has opened in suburban DuPage County.

Suspect stole cash from Downers Grove Walgreens, village says

Police in west suburban Downers Grove are looking for a suspect who stole cash from a Walgreens store on Friday night.

Metra expands weekend service on 3 lines starting next month

Service on three Metra train lines will expand starting next month, including on the weekends, the agency announced.