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Good morning, Aurora. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 23rd of May.

CRIME NEWS

  • A 17-year-old Aurora teen was fatally shot Monday on the east side—police say they arrived at around 9:30 p.m. after shots were reported on the 500 block of Metropolitan Street and took him to Rush Copley Medical Center where he was later pronounced dead.  Daily Herald

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Local mother Lakina Mabins, who works two jobs and cares for five children, graduated as valedictorian from Kennedy King College this month through the Chicago Housing Authority’s Partners In Education program—she now plans to pursue a master’s degree in forensic psychology.  NBC Chicago

SPORTS NEWS

EVENTS

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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.

    Sat, 5/24/25

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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.

    Sun, 5/25/25

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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.

    Tue, 5/27/25

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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.

    Sat, 5/31/25

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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.

    Sun, 6/1/25

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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.

    Mon, 6/9/25

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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.

    Fri, 6/13/25

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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.

    Sat, 6/14/25

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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.

    Thu, 6/19/25

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  • El Hitta Live Concert

    8-9:30 p.m. — the PIAZZA - Aurora — Tickets available — Experience an electrifying night of live music with El Hitta and Ace The Don.

    Sat, 6/21/25

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