Aurora

People attending a Mass of remembrance at the Cathedral of St. Raymond Nonnatus talk about Pope Francis and the next pope.

New Orleans–inspired cuisine and bold Southern flavors debut on River Street in Aurora.

A former investigator for the Will County Public Defender’s Office was sentenced to serve 85% of an eight-year prison sentence for driving under the influence of drugs in a 2022 crash that killed a psychologist.

Pastors and members of Batavia, Geneva and Aurora United Methodist churches celebrated Good Friday with a joint Tenebrae service at United Methodist Church of Geneva.

A school librarian in Wheaton is donating one of her kidneys to her best friend’s father.

Voters in Kendall County this election determined who will make the important decisions regarding their communities, schools, townships, fire departments, parks and libraries. See the results here.

Voters in Kane County this election determined who will make the important decisions regarding their communities, schools, townships, fire departments, parks and libraries. See the results here.

The Second City 65th Anniversary Show showcases some of Second City’s audience’s favorite songs, sketches, and characters written by some of the famed company’s illustrious alumni.

The Harvest Point subdivision would have 59 detached single-family houses in an area east of Raddant Road, between Sonoma Lane and Moorehead Drive.

Democratic U.S. Rep. Bill Foster's upcoming town hall at McHenry County College is sold out plans are to livestream the event.

Dementia care and ER boarding: A growing concern for families in northern Illinois

The four deputies with the Kane County Sheriff’s department were investigated for their role in a car chase on Randall Road that ended in the fatal shooting of an Aurora man in May 2023.

Check out new comics or try your hand at making people laugh at a local open mic night.

A jury on April 4 found Rodolfo Cervantes-Madrigal guilty of first-degree murder and attempted first-degree murder. He remains in custody at the Kane County jail.

Voters this week in Will County determined who will make the important decisions regarding their communities, schools, townships, fire departments, parks and libraries. See the results here.

This spring, Will County voters will get to decide who will represent them on their town, school, park and township boards, as well as weigh in on local referendum questions.

This spring, Kendall County voters get to decide who will make the important decisions regarding their communities, schools, townships, fire departments, parks and libraries.

This spring, Kane County voters get to decide who will make the important decisions regarding their communities, schools, townships, fire departments, parks and libraries.

This new production of “Cats” at the downtown Aurora theatre will showcase the amazing acrobatics and athletic grace of true felines.

A Plainfield resident is in stable condition after suffering injuries from smoke inhalation and burns in an accidental fire that damaged a garage.

Directors from Illinois Head Start centers, the federally supported child care and early education program, said they fear cuts, as it targeted in The Heritage Foundation’s Project 2025.

The fourth person of the five charged with sex trafficking at a St. Charles hotel in 2023 agreed to a five and a half-year prison term today.

The free public workshops are Tuesday, April 15 in Aurora and Saturday, May 10 in Batavia.

Escape rooms are perfect for date nights, family outings, team building adventures and more. Check out this list of locations across northern Illinois.

Sedaris is the author of “Calypso,” “Naked,” “Me Talk Pretty One Day,” “Dress Your Family in Corduroy and Denim” and is a regular National Public Radio contributor.

The sexual assaults allegedly occurred in both unincorporated Kendall County and Aurora, according to a news release from the Kendall County State’s Attorney’s Office.

The ensemble players in “The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee” are all winners in this comedic gem.

The line-up is stacked with locally and nationally acclaimed DJs and music artists like Fast Eddie, DJ Julian Jumpin Perez, DJ Mike “Hitman” Wilson, DJ Mickey Mixin Oliver, DJ Maurice “ICE” Culpepper, DJ Tim Spinnin Schommer and DJ Kickin Kenny Cahill.

A man was killed by police early Wednesday in Aurora. The shooting happened around 1:30 a.m. on Route 25 near Ashland Avenue, according to a press release.

A Joliet man was identified as the suspect involved in a fatal hit-and-run crash on Dec. 14. An Aurora woman was also arrested after she was accused of falsely reporting the suspect vehicle as stolen.

Penn Entertainment has announced that it is partnering with the celebrity chef Giada De Laurentiis for the future Hollywood Casino Joliet.

The City of Aurora, in partnership with Granicus, is launching myAurora 311, a new customer service software that improves access to non-emergency services, information and assistance for residents.

McConnell has also co-written songs with country stars such as Brad Paisley, Tim McGraw, Rascal Flatts, Little Big Town, Ashley McBryde, Martina McBride, Brantley Gilbert and Brothers Osborne.

A man admitted to falsely reporting there was a bomb in the Crystal Lake Public Library, court records show; he pleaded guilty to a similar false threat in Kane County.

Musical’s pie-maker plot serves up deep-dish delights in a story that deftly mixes drama and comedy.

“Love your family and friends,” Aurora police Cmdr. Bryan Handell said Saturday at a ceremony remembering the Henry Pratt shooting victims.

The award-winning music runs March 12-April 27 at the Copley Theatre in downtown Aurora. The show is part of the Paramount's BOLD Series.

Richard Wayt, 77, and Kathleen Wayt, 63, were identified as the people who were killed in the crash in Peotone Township in Will County.

Richard Wayt, 77, and Kathleen Wayt, 63, were identified as the people who were killed in the crash in Peotone Township in Will County.

Here's a listing of the best live music venues in Kane, McHenry and DeKalb counties and the Illinois Valley, as voted on by Shaw Media audiences.

Enjoy live music tributes to Allman Brothers Band, The Doors, Beatles, Tina Turner and many more legendary artists this weekend.

When shortform video platform TikTok shut down service earlier this month, the move surprised some Illinois politicians who use the app to educate, reach constituents and follow trends.

The lower-level lounge is set to open on Wednesday, Jan. 29 with a special ribbon-cutting ceremony at 2 N. River St. in downtown Aurora.

The Kane County Board approved Alex Arroyo to fill the District 7 vacancy left after Monica Silva's election as Kane County Coroner.

Cities across northern Illinois offer restaurant weeks during the winter to entice diners to try new food or enjoy old favorites at discounted prices.

Two Hands Fresh Corn Dog opened its 70th location, the first in Illinois, in late November.

The award-winning Broadway musical opens Feb. 12 and runs through March 30.

A wide range of musicals will warm up winter for theater lovers.

The new restaurant is from the owners of The GOAT Burger + Cocktail Bar in downtown Batavia.

Communities across northern Illinois saw a wide variety of new dining options open for business this past year.