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Tuesday, May 20th, 2025
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Good morning, Aurora. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 20th of May.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ David Farber, an 86-year-old Montgomery man, died along with his dog in a house fire at the 30 block of Fernwood Road in unincorporated Oswego Township early Sunday as deputies and firefighters responded before 6:30 a.m. and the investigation remains active. Kane County Chronicle
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ ComEd announced that starting in June, local bills will increase by about $10 due to a flawed PJM auction that raised capacity prices—Chicago Attorney General Kwame Raoul and the Citizens Utility Board are asking for fairer rules to protect consumers. NBC Chicago
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Adrian Talley, superintendent of Indian Prairie School District 204, was named the 2025 DuPage Educator of the Year by the DuPage Regional Office of Education—he led efforts to expand mental health services and secure over $2 million in grant funding for in-school clinics. The award event set a new tradition for recognizing outstanding educational leadership across the county. Daily Herald
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Aurora will hold its Memorial Day Parade on May 26 at 10 a.m. at Benton and River streets with 89 year old WWII veteran Arlen Peterson, who has lived in Aurora for over 60 years and recently beat kidney cancer, leading the event. Local veteran groups plus school bands will honor fallen heroes while free downtown parking is available for visitors. Daily Herald
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Outdoor Show: Led Zeppelin vs Pink Floyd Live!
7 p.m. — The Piazza — Tickets vary — Rock the night away under the stars with top tribute acts for Pink Floyd and Led Zeppelin.
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A-Town House Music Fest 2025
3-11 p.m. — the PIAZZA - Aurora — Details coming soon — Get ready for an unforgettable night with amazing beats from local and national DJs.
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Still Not Friday 10th Anniversary: Featuring Kyle Kinane!
7-11 p.m. — 205 N Broadway, Aurora, IL — $39.50 + fees — Celebrate a decade of comedy with Kyle Kinane bringing the laughs alongside Kristen Toomey and Adam Burke.
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