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Wednesday, January 28, 2026

Hollywood Casino’s new location in Aurora to include luxury wellness spa

Hollywood Casino announced Tuesday that it will be bringing a Pennsylvania-based luxury wellness spa to the $360 million casino resort currently under construction in Aurora.

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Renovation projects proposed at West Aurora schools

The West Aurora School District board is eyeing $1.2 million in proposed interior renovations to be done at several schools in the district this summer, including the modernization of the West Aurora High School Blue Fieldhouse.

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Woman in critical condition after shooting Tuesday morning on Aurora’s near East Side, police say

At around 4:08 a.m. on Tuesday, Aurora police officers responded to a ShotSpotter alert in the 600 block of South LaSalle Street, police said. On their way, officers were told that a woman had been shot outside a residence.

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Indian Prairie school board OKs $1.55 million purchase of property next to administrative center in Aurora

The district is set to use the property for offices, support services and storage, which are currently being hosted at other facilities.

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Column: Aurora shelter’s needs rise as temperatures remain low

Aurora Winter Warming Center is asking for more volunteers, men’s clothing and other supplies.

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Oswego may impose $750 fee on drivers who flee from police

Oswego trustees as a committee of the whole recently discussed instituting a $750 administrative fee on drivers who flee or attempt to elude police as a way to improve safety on the roads and recover the costs associated with these types of violations.

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Illinois population stays flat despite drop in international immigration

Illinois’ population grew .001% through mid-2025, reflecting a national trend of low growth due mainly to a historic decrease in international immigration.

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