Aurora, IL news on Thursday, October 22, 2026

In Aurora, IL on Thursday, October 22, 2026: Halloween and Día de los Muertos in Downtown Aurora. Also: St. Charles Restaurant Week returns in February; local restaurants invited to participate; Man sentenced to prison for threatening woman with knife and sexual assault in Aurora area. Weather: Mostly clear skies today with highs near 67°F and light winds.

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Headlines

Downtown Aurora hosts Halloween and Día de los Muertos celebration Saturday with festivities and activities.Patch · Oct 22, 2:45 PM

Safety & emergencies

Man sentenced to prison for threatening woman with knife and sexual assault in Aurora area.Patch · Oct 22, 10:25 AM

Food & drink

St. Charles Restaurant Week returns in February; local restaurants invited to participate.Patch · Oct 22, 2:37 PM

Sports

Aurora Christian girls basketball plays Central Catholic February 6, 2027; watch live on NFHS Network.NFHS Network · Oct 22, 3:53 PM

Nature & environment

Kane County Forest Preserve expands with purchase of 33-acre woods in Sugar Grove.Patch · Oct 21, 2:25 PM

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