Good morning, Aurora.

A west suburban chiropractor named Murtaza Hameed, 46, is charged with sexually abusing two teen boys in his care—he was held in custody ahead of trial following a Jan 11 incident and a prior case in 2016, and his next court appearance is set for June 2.

Millions of birds flew over Illinois as experts urged residents to turn off lights from 11 p.m. to 6 a.m. to help keep the birds safe - bright lights can confuse or harm them during spring migration.

Hotels in Illinois with 50 or more rooms will stop offering small single-use plastic bottles starting July 1 (this summer), and all hotels must comply beginning January 1, 2026 as part of a new law passed last year.

State Rep. Kam Buckner and State Sen. Laura Fine introduced the measure to reduce plastic waste and protect the environment.

Peña Blanca, Grupo Recio Sax & Más Concert

8 p.m. — La Sierra de Aurora — Ticket presale ongoing — Experience a fiery night of regional music with top-level artists in a vibrant atmosphere.

AANHPI Heritage Month Celebration

2-7 p.m. — Pacifica Square — Free entry — Celebrate the heritage and artistry of AANHPI communities through cultural showcases and interactive experiences.

Shout Section Big Band Swing Dance Night

7-10 p.m. — The Venue — $20 General Admission — Experience an electrifying evening of swing music and dancing with the Shout Section Big Band.

Aurora Senior Expo

10 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Prisco Community Center — Free entry — Connect with local organizations and enjoy refreshments, health screenings, and prize drawings at this engaging senior expo.

Beer & Bourbon Fest & Pierogi

11 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Hollywood Casino Aurora — Prices vary — Enjoy cold brews, smooth bourbon, and hot pierogi at this festive culinary celebration.

Aurora Boots & Dukes Southern Soul, House and R&B Festival

12-8 p.m. — La Sierra de Aurora — Limited tickets at $20 — Groove to soulful tunes with live performances and great food.

Object Oriented Analysis and Design Using UML Training

9 a.m. - 5 p.m. — East Aurora Extension Campus — $2090 — Enhance your software development skills through hands-on UML training.