Daily
Aurora
Friday, August 1st, 2025
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Aurora.
Good morning, Aurora. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 1st of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An Aurora man (39) was charged with assaulting law enforcement officers after he kicked one officer, head-butted another and bit a Kane County sheriff’s deputy in the lobby on July 17, and he faces up to 20 years in prison if convicted. Daily Herald
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Illinois students will add a mental health screening to their regular exams starting in the 2026–27 school year after Gov. Pritzker signed a law at Chute Middle School in Evanston. The exam, for students in third through 12th grade — with parents able to opt out — will help link families with mental health care through the BEACON Portal. NBC Chicago
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR This compact, easy-to-use rangefinder is packed with features like slope adjustment, flag-lock with vibration feedback, and a USB-C rechargeable battery. Lightweight and accurate, it’s a great choice for casual or beginner golfers looking for reliable performance. The Buy
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Aurora.
-
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.
-
Saint Astro Concert
8:30 p.m. — Two Brothers Roundhouse — Ticket price TBD — Experience an electrifying night of rock and roll with SAINT ASTRO live on stage.
-
Alley Art Festival
12-5 p.m. — Water Street Mall — Free entry — Celebrate local art, music, and food at this vibrant festival for 15 years running.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
A Budget-Friendly Golf Rangefinder with Premium Features
The REVASRI NK‑1000 rangefinder is a surprisingly capable option for golfers who want accuracy without spending a fortune.
Priced under $50, it includes features like slope adjustment, flag-lock with vibration feedback, and a rechargeable USB-C battery. Plus, it’s compact and lightweight, easily locks onto targets, and seamlessly switches between yards and meters. It’s a great pick for casual or new golfers looking for reliable performance at a wallet-friendly price point.
Bonus: Shop more top-rated and best-selling golf products.
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Aurora.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
A person who never made a mistake never tried anything new.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Daily Aurora
Welcome to the Daily Aurora, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Aurora, Illinois community. If you like the Daily Aurora, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Aurora.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Aurora and across Illinois. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Aurora
A free Aurora community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailyaurora.com/sitemap