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The Beacon-News

Monday, July 21, 2025

Dangerous heat expected across the Chicago area this week, weather officials say

Potentially harmful levels of heat and humidity could hit the Chicago area on Wednesday and Thursday with top heat indices of 105 to 115.

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Aurora City Council to vote on doubling hotel room tax

Aurora is considering doubling its Hotel Occupancy Tax, which would be the first time the tax has increased since it was adopted in 1987.

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In the wake of SNAP cuts, feeding hungry Illinoisans falls more than ever on food pantries

As food prices increase and benefits diminish, nonprofits have to pick up the slack.

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Peace rally attendees in Geneva Saturday prevail through rain

Hundreds attended a “Together for Justice” peace rally Saturday in Geneva led by the Fox Valley-based We Can Lead Change group.

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Wanted: more empathy as federal cuts threaten safety nets for the poor

It’s hardly breaking news that social workers are concerned about the rising rates of homelessness locally and across the nation.

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Food Truck Festival draws summertime crowd to downtown Aurora

Thousands of Aurora residents and those from surrounding communities enjoyed more than 30 food-on-the-go options Friday, as the city of Aurora’s Special Events Division offered its first-ever summer Food Truck Festival.

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Aurora University student earns FAA drone pilot license

Alayna Nosalik, a student at Aurora University, became the first AU student to earn an FAA Drone Pilot License.

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After his arrest, Oswegoland Park District board puts director on leave

After being arrested for felony crimes, the Oswegoland Park District director was placed on leave during an investigation.

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