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    Aurora considering bike plan that recommends miles of new paths

    Brad Berns of Aurora stops his bike near an entrance to the pedestrian and bike bridge over the Fox River in downtown Aurora in 2021. The city is now looking at  a plan to expand the number of bike paths in Aurora. (David Sharos / For The Beacon-News)
    Aurora is considering adopting a new biking plan that would look to dramatically increase the number of bike lanes, paths and sidewalks in the city.
    Brad Berns of Aurora stops his bike near an entrance to the pedestrian and bike bridge over the Fox River in downtown Aurora in 2021. The city is now looking at  a plan to expand the number of bike paths in Aurora. (David Sharos / For The Beacon-News)
    Faculty members and students from East Aurora High School set off on a 23-mile walk from Wilder Park in Aurora to Elgin Saturday morning that was designed to put a spotlight on the experience of immigrants. (David Sharos / For The Beacon-News)

    Walk from Aurora to Elgin puts focus on experience of immigrants

    Waubonsie Valley's Samantha Wiertelak (12) runs to first base after connecting on a two-run single against Joliet Central during a nonconference game in Aurora on Saturday, May 3, 2025. (Sean King / The Beacon-News)

    Waubonsie Valley’s Samantha Wiertelak, the team’s only senior, takes leadership role seriously. ‘Very protective.’

    The spring Aurora Food Truck Festival in downtown Aurora Friday evening featured a variety of items being sold from 36 food trucks. (David Sharos / For The Beacon-News)

    Variety on the menu as 36 food trucks take part in downtown Aurora festival

    By David Sharos
    May 2, 2025 at 10:02 p.m.
    Event on Benton Street between River Street and Broadway offered dishes from old favorites and...
    Batavia's Justin Enger (10) delivers a pitch against Geneva during a DuKane Conference game in Batavia on Friday, May 2, 2025. (Jon Langham / The Beacon-News)

    Justin Enger understands he doesn’t throw hard, but he knows how to pitch for Batavia. And? ‘I get people out.’

    By Paul Johnson
    May 2, 2025 at 10:05 p.m.
    Justin Enger throws a complete-game gem for Batavia in a 6-1 DuKane Conference victory over...
    Batavia's Brennon Zeng and Nolan Zimberoff collide in the outfield but Zimberoff hangs onto the catch against Geneva during a DuKane Conference game in Batavia on Friday, May 2, 2025. (Jon Langham / The Beacon-News)

    Baseball and softball scores for the Southland, Aurora, Elgin, Naperville and Lake County

    By Josh Krockey
    May 2, 2025 at 9:53 p.m.
    High school and local college results and highlights from the Southland, Aurora, Elgin, Naperville and...
    Aurora native Brian O'Malley poses for a photo on his climb to Base 2 and before high-altitude sickness stopped his attempt at the end  of April to summit Mount Everest. (Daniel Mazur)

    Column: No summit for 61-year-old Aurora native looking to climb Mount Everest, but glad to have survived close calls

    By Denise Crosby
    May 2, 2025 at 12:56 p.m.
    Brian O’Malley had a couple of real scares, including a near-fatal bout of high-altitude cerebral...
    The Rev. Tammy Scott, lead pastor at Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora, waits for motorists to stop by during a drive-thru prayer session offered Thursday morning outside the church on the National Day of Prayer. (David Sharos / For The Beacon-News)

    Aurora church offers drive-thru option as part of National Day of Prayer event

    By David Sharos
    May 2, 2025 at 12:12 p.m.
    Wesley United Methodist Church in Aurora offered two drive-thru prayer times on Thursday as part...
    Gov. JB Pritzker on the "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" show with host Jimmy Kimmel on May 1, 2025. (Randy Holmes/Disney)

    Gov. JB Pritzker mocks his weight, tells TV host Jimmy Kimmel he’s undecided on third term

    By Rick Pearson
    May 2, 2025 at 3:01 p.m.
    Latest appearance not only elevates Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker's national stature but also increases speculation...
    Marmion's Charlie Zebig (14) fields a grounder against Fenwick in the first inning of a Catholic League White game in Aurora on Thursday, May 1, 2025. (H. Rick Bamman / The Beacon-News)

    Charlie Zebig, whose brother Jack is Illinois’ shortstop, takes over Marmion’s leadoff spot. ‘Have to keep calm.’

    By Paul Johnson
    May 1, 2025 at 9:40 p.m.
    Charlie Zebig, the brother of Illinois shortstop Jack Zebig, delivers three doubles in Marmion's 8-6...
    Anderson Humane is holding a Wildlife Baby Shower and Open House Sunday at its Elburn wildlife center, where they care for orphaned and injured wild animals. (Nina Leone / Anderson Humane)

    Wildlife center in Elburn to hold open house

    By Aurora Beacon-News
    May 1, 2025 at 8:15 p.m.
    Anderson Humane is holding a Wildlife Baby Shower and Open House from 11 a.m. to...
    A rainbow appears over a camping area at Big Rock Campground in Big Rock. Camping season at Kane County Forest Preserve District campgrounds opened May 1. (Robbie Pfister / Kane Forest Preserve District)

    Camping season opens at Kane County Forest Preserve District sites

    By Aurora Beacon-News
    May 5, 2025 at 12:21 p.m.
    Recreational camping is now open through Oct. 19 at Forest Preserve District of Kane County’s...
    The West Aurora School District board on Monday is set to vote on a candidate to fill a vacancy on the board. (West Aurora School District)

    Vacancy on West Aurora School District board may soon be filled

    By Linda Girardi
    May 1, 2025 at 5:19 p.m.
    The West Aurora School District board has identified a recommended candidate to fill the board...
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