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Wednesday, June 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Aurora. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of June.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Best Bets article offers a list of summer events in the area—including family activities and arts—with events such as a sing-along screening of Wicked at Aurora’s Paramount Theatre on Saturday, June 21, and musical swings at Cantigny. Other activities include film festivals at Waukegan Harbor, live concerts at Brookfield Zoo and a show by The Wiggles at Rosemont Theatre, which give local families fun, varied choices for the season. Daily Herald
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Mrozinksy family is searching for a living donor for their 7-month-old son, Logan, who was diagnosed with biliary atresia—a rare liver disease that blocks bile ducts and can lead to severe liver damage if not treated early; finding a donor may allow for quicker surgery than waiting for a deceased transplant. NBC Chicago
- ➤ Social service and mental health workers in suburban Aurora now use wearable panic buttons for safety — the device sends GPS updates and calls 911 when needed. The 30-member crisis team handling calls in Kane and Kendall counties began using the device after the 988 hotline launched in 2021. NBC Chicago
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The IHSA announced Tuesday that the boys and girls basketball state tournaments will use the single weekend format from 2022 to 2024 with games split over three days. Class 1A and 2A contests will be on Thursday, Class 3A and 4A on Friday, and the four championship games on Saturday—officials said they plan slight tweaks for 2026. Kane County Chronicle
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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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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.
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Moonshine Bros Live Concert
7 p.m.–12 a.m. — The Piazza — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant outdoor show featuring live music from the Moonshine Bros.
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Liquid Soul Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Venue — General Admission — Experience an outdoor musical performance regardless of the weather.
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Bingo Night
11:30 p.m. - 1 a.m. — 307 Banbury Rd, North Aurora, IL — Free entry — Enjoy a fun-filled evening with bingo, popcorn, and prizes in a lighthearted atmosphere.
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Aurora 4th of July Fireworks & Parade 2025
6-9:45 p.m. — McCullough Park — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with a vibrant parade and spectacular fireworks display.
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Always Loretta - The Ultimate Loretta Lynn Tribute Show
5-6:30 p.m. — Arcada Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the legacy of Loretta Lynn with an intimate evening of songs and stories from the legend herself.
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Chris Knight Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — The Venue — Ticket prices vary — Experience Chris Knight's return with heartwarming storytelling and his latest album Almost Daylight.
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MJ Live - Michael Jackson Tribute
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Paramount Theatre — Cost info not provided — Experience the thrill of Michael Jackson's greatest hits performed live with stunning visuals and talented artists.
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Live & Uncorked – Brady Lee
7-9 p.m. — Blackberry Farm — $10/$12 day-of — Enjoy a BYOB evening filled with great music in a vibrant outdoor setting.
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