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Wednesday, April 16th, 2025
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Good morning, Aurora. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of April.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Second City will present its 65th Anniversary Show at Paramount Theatre (8 E. Galena Blvd.) in downtown Aurora from June 17 to 28. Audience members will enjoy popular sketches, songs, and characters created by famous alumni during 10 adult-only performances with tickets costing $43. Shaw Local
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. J.B. Pritzker ordered Illinois flags to half-staff from sunrise Tuesday until sunset Thursday in honor of Staff Sgt. Jose Duenez Jr., a 25-year-old soldier from Joliet killed in a training accident in Lithuania on March 25th. Joliet Mayor Terry D’Arcy asked that local flags be lowered from sunrise Friday before his funeral at 11 a.m. in Crest Hill with visitation from 4 to 8 p.m. NBC Chicago
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Tracy Balhan said her father spent 24 hours in the ER at a Naperville hospital after he became agitated while trying to exit a moving car. One in six ED visits led to long waits for older patients — experts warn ER boarding may worsen as fewer beds are available for people with dementia. Shaw Local
SPORTS NEWS
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LATERALUS - A Tribute to Tool
7-9 p.m. — The Piazza — Tickets required — Experience the ultimate Tool tribute featuring Chicago's top cover band for a night of prog metal and rock.
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Special Consensus Concert
8-10 PM — The Venue — $20-$25 — Celebrate 50 years of bluegrass with award-winning band Special Consensus.
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KASHMIR - The Led Zeppelin Show
8-10 p.m. — The Venue — $20-$25 — Experience an authentic tribute to Led Zeppelin with vintage stage gear and classic hits.
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Sunday Dinner with Oceans The Rat Pack Show
3-5 p.m. — the PIAZZA - Aurora — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a delightful evening of classic Italian cuisine accompanied by the timeless tunes of Sinatra and friends.
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Python for Scientists Training/Class
All day — John C. Dunham Professional and Educational Training Center — $2090 — Enhance your Python skills with this comprehensive hands-on training course for scientists.
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Cinco de Mayo Kick Off Celebration
2-8 p.m. — Fox Valley Mall — Free entry — Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with delicious food, music, and festive entertainment for the whole family.
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Micro Wrestling Federation: Big Little Brawlers
8 p.m. — PIAZZA — Tickets required — Experience the thrill of Micro Wrestling with high-flying action and comedic chaos.
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