Good morning, Aurora.

Metra halted its BNSF service in both directions after a pedestrian was struck by a train near Brookfield station just after 5:35 p.m.—officials said service remains suspended with an unknown delay.

Aurora’s Copley Theatre is showing Sam Shepard’s play 'True West' until Aug.

31. The play stars Ben Page and Jack Ball as brothers at odds — the stage design and lighting enhance each tense scene — and offers several showtimes throughout the week.

The IHSA released official schedules for the 2025 prep football season, detailing six key season openers and listing matchups like Lincoln-Way East at Maine South on Aug.

29 with star players such as Jonas Williams & Jameson Purcell expected to make an impact. Coverage of the season will continue over the next month with more insights into teams and rivalries.

WWE Trivia Night at The Piazza

7-10 p.m. — The Piazza — Free to play — Test your WWE knowledge in an epic trivia night featuring themed prizes and a full bar.

Garden After Hours: Plant Bingo!

5-7 p.m. — The Growing Place Garden Center — No reservations needed — Enjoy bingo and drinks in the garden with fun prizes and food from a food truck.

North Aurora Days Festival

August 1st-2nd — North Aurora Riverfront Park — Free entry — Celebrate community spirit with family-friendly activities along the Fox River.

Laurel Canyon Collective Concert

7:30-9:30 p.m. — The Venue — Ticket prices vary — Experience the sounds of the Laurel Canyon Collective and enjoy a night of music.

Om Chamber: Group Mantra Chanting

6:30-8:30 p.m. — 1222 Private Events — Sliding scale donations — Experience the transformative power of group mantra chanting to elevate consciousness and promote wellness.

Free Outdoor Show Featuring Soundstar

7-9 p.m. — the PIAZZA - Aurora — Free admission — Enjoy a night of rock covers from top artists in an outdoor setting.

Taste the Maze at Abbey Farms

4-9 p.m. — Abbey Farms — $65 general admission, $45 designated driver — Experience craft beer tastings and a hearty farm-fresh dinner in a giant corn maze with live music.

Summer Reggae Beach Party

12-5 p.m. — The Town Bar & Grill — Free entry — Enjoy island rhythms with DJ Fyre and tantalizing food and drinks in a tropical vibe.