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Monday, June 15, 2026

As its population keeps growing, Oswego OKs agreement for special census

As it continues to grow, Oswego has authorized an agreement with the U.S. Census Bureau to conduct a special census to reflect the village’s current population.

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Annual Pride Parade in downtown Aurora seen as having impact around the Fox Valley: ‘This is important’

Seventh annual Pride Parade held Sunday in downtown Aurora.

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Illinois has struggled to secure federal disaster relief under Trump as FEMA denials draw questions

FEMA’s rejections under President Donald Trump cast a long shadow — not just over Illinois but over the entire federal disaster-response system — which critics say the president has bent to serve political ends.

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Food distribution event at Phillips Park helps those in need in Aurora

In partnership with the Northern Illinois Food Bank, the food distribution was offered by Aurora in Black, the city of Aurora’s African American Heritage Advisory Board, the city of Aurora and the Divine 9, a collective of suburban members representing nine historically Black fraternities and sororities.

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Kane County considers cutting weight-loss drugs from employee insurance plans

Staff members said cutting coverage of GLP-1 drugs for weight loss could save the county around $1.5 million annually.

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Juneteenth flag-raising event planned at Aurora University

To commemorate the fifth anniversary of Juneteenth becoming a federal and state of Illinois holiday, a Juneteenth flag-raising ceremony will be held at Aurora University on Friday, June 19.

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Column: Questions remain after AVAC controversy but missions to help vets continue

New Fox Valley Veterans Alliance moving forward with goal to help more veterans.

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Father’s Day 2026: Chicago restaurants and bars with specials for dad

From a family cooking class to golf-watching gatherings, these 28 Father’s Day celebrations are sure to make Dad proud.

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