The donation from an Aurora-based packaging company will "help shield residents ... from the spread of disease this winter," officials said.
Phillip Van Lear has worked as a professional actor and director for more than 45 years, amassing about 65 acting and directing credits.
Chief Dave McCabe joined the Aurora Fire Department in 1997, rising through the ranks until he was appointed chief in 2022.
Aurora Firefighters Local 99 called statements made by the mayor and fire chief about budget cuts "misleading and factually inaccurate."
"The idea that Aurora's 2026 budget 'cuts public safety' is simply inaccurate," city officials said in a statement Monday.
After sending the ordinance back for more discussion, the City Council voted to ban federal immigration operations on Aurora property.
"This proposed ordinance will effectively prohibit ICE from using City property for enforcement operations," the mayor said.
The "No Kings" protest is planned in opposition to the Trump administration.
"Aurora residents deserve a transparent and accountable government that works for everyone," Mayor John Laesch said.
Residents have complained about emissions, noise and vibration from data center facilities and warehouses, city officials said.
A newly appointed interim chief human resources officer will take over the role following Alisia Lewis's retirement, officials said.
The city added a director of fiscal integrity and government operations and an assistant corporation counsel.
In spite of the mayor’s wishes, some flags were lowered over the weekend in Aurora — by Aurora Township Republicans Chairman Danny Souri.
"I was encouraged by Democrats, Republicans, and independents to succeed Sheriff [Ron] Hain," Rob Russell said of his campaign.
Aurora City Council unanimously approved two new hires at its latest meeting.
The mayor said he and his team "made a misstep" in implementing Aurora's new policy for flag raisings.
The new alderman-at-large has experience working as an auditor, financial analyst and small business consultant.
As the 43rd chief of the Aurora Police Department, Matt Thomas​ succeeds former Chief Keith Cross, who will retire at the end of May.
With John Laesch begin elected mayor of Aurora, the city has begun the process of filling his vacancy as alderman-at-large.
Mayor-Elect John Laesch will assume office as the 60th mayor of Aurora, succeeding two-term Mayor Richard Irvin.
The new facility in Aurora offers "services that have never been accessible at traditional Illinois DMV locations."
See which candidates running for alderperson appear to have been voted into Aurora City Council in Tuesday's consolidated election.
Incumbent Mayor Richard Irvin, who sought a third term, conceded to challenger John Laesch, who currently serves as alderman at large.
Voters will choose Tuesday between the incumbent mayor and current alderman at large for the mayoral seat in Aurora.
Hollywood Casino and the City of Aurora are hosting an event with on-the-spot interviews and same-day job offers for more than 50 jobs.
A student at Oswego East High School and 29 at Marmion Academy were honored with a holiday in Aurora after winning state titles.
The warehouse at the intersection of Cross and Middle streets in downtown Aurora sat vacant since 1991.
The incumbent mayor of Aurora and current alderman-at-large will go toe-to-toe in April's consolidated election.
Mayor Richard Irvin graded the progress Thursday of the $360 million Hollywood Casino construction project underway in Aurora.
The candidate failed to pay fines before the ballot was certified, according to the Illinois State Board of Elections.
All special census activities nationwide have been paused while awaiting new federal leadership, officials said.
The Aurora mayor wrote a letter to "clear up the misguided chatter regarding my absence from the League of Women Voters (LWV) forum."
The sheriff cited state law, which prohibits law enforcement to communicate with or support U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement​ raids.
The city is undergoing a special census to acquire an accurate population count that will help restore "key funding," officials said.
Newly inaugurated President Donald Trump pardoned more than 1,500 people charged in connection with the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol.
A primary election will take place Feb. 25 for candidates running for mayor of Aurora.
The city launched its Sister Cities Partnership to "strengthen international relationships and foster meaningful connections."
"Protecting the most vulnerable individuals has always been a priority for me," State's Attorney Jamie Mosser said in a statement.
An Aurora mailman was feted after he helped a man who he saw got injured while he was carrying out his routine mail delivery service.
The new station, being built on 2.5 acres of land on Aurora's northeast side, is expected to cut response times in half, officials said.
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