Marmion Academy, a college-prep high school for boys in Aurora, has announced it intends to begin accepting female students as early as the 2026-27 school year.

The opening of the Hesed House expansion shelter is doubling down on the community’s commitment to offer hope and dignity for the homeless by doubling up on the beds it can provide for them.

Through a yearlong project centered around making podcasts, eighth-grade students at Fred Rodgers Magnet Academy are learning about all things Aurora, from its history to being involved in the present day.

The city of Aurora will officially welcome in the holiday season from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday during the annual Winter Lights Fest, which will include a parade as well as the illumination of the city’s Christmas tree, a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus and a new drone show.

Indian Prairie School District 204 is considering a $15.1 million property tax levy increase to support its operations, officials announced Monday.

Oswego trustees recently authorized an agreement with Kendall Area Transit to increase the village’s share for paratransit services for people in need for the next three years.

JP Chaney, a 2023 Batavia graduate, finds a home on the defensive line for coach Don Beebe at Aurora University.

Danyella Mporokoso scores a game-high 25 points on 11-for-12 effort from the line as Warriors pull away late for 77-61 win.