From relocation bonuses to mentorship programs, Aurora-area school districts use a variety of methods to recruit teachers.
Aurora schools recruit, fill positions and find alternatives as teacher and staff shortages persist statewide
Category: Aurora Beacon-News
Natalie Muellner explains rubber toy chickens hanging from Oswego’s dugout. It’s a win-win. ‘They keep multiplying.’
Senior outfielder Natalie Mueller helps Oswego tie the program record for wins with 5-1 victory over Yorkville.
Tanner House Museum in Aurora set to open for the season
The historic Tanner House Museum at 305 Cedar St. in Aurora will open for the 2025 season on Sunday, May 18.
What helps St. Charles North’s Ty Heimbuch hit his first homer of the season? A bunt, no less. ‘Finally got one.’
Ty Heimbuch hit his first homer of the season for St. Charles North, a two-run shot in 14-0 win over Lake Park.
Aurora City Council approves new $35 million fire department headquarters
After a maneuver that involved temporarily suspending certain meeting rules, the Aurora City Council approved Tuesday the construction of a new $35 million fire department headquarters building.
Will County Board rejects solar facilities in near New Lenox, Wilmington
The Will County Board voted 16-5 vote to reject a solar facility in New Lenox Township opposed by New Lenox village officials.
Chicago posts 7th largest population increase in nation, part of a growth spurt that also lifted many suburbs
Chicago added 22,164 residents between mid-2023 and mid-2024, new estimates from the U.S. Census show.
Ace righty Mason Bruesch uses his background to jump on first pitch as Geneva’s leadoff hitter. ‘It’s just smart.’
Geneva’s Mason Bruesch delivers RBI single that proves to be the difference in a 2-1 win over St. Charles East.
Baseball and softball scores for the Southland, Aurora, Elgin, Naperville and Lake County
High school and local college results and highlights from the Southland, Aurora, Elgin, Naperville and Lake County.
Column: New Aurora mayor’s inauguration matches his agenda, personality
Much like his predecessor, new Aurora Mayor John Laesch chose to focus on diversity and unity at his big night on Tuesday.