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The Beacon-News

Wednesday, May 14, 2025

Mercy Medical Center in Aurora gets top grade from hospital watchdog

Mercy Medical Center in Aurora recently got a top grade from an independent hospital watchdog organization, The Leapfrog Group.

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Aurora chiropractor charged with sexual abuse of two boys denied pre-trial release

The DuPage State’s Attorney’s Office said Monday that Murtaza Hameed will not be released pre-trial, and will appear in court on June 2.

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Aurora University to begin construction of new Learning Commons

Aurora University is gearing up to replace its existing library with a new forward-looking Learning Commons designed to bring people together.

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Kane County Board approves five-year transportation plan

The plan outlines projects the county plans to do in the next five years, but includes no new projects due to funding constraints.

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Transfer portal has shifted priorities in college football recruiting. One response: High school showcases.

The NCAA transfer portal has changed the recruiting game for high school football players — and the coaches who try to set them on the best path.

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Aurora Central Catholic’s Corina Miller wears sunflower in her hair. For her grandfather. ‘It’s my superstition.’

Junior ace pitcher Corina Miller works three innings for Aurora Central Catholic in a 17-5 victory over Geneva.

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Sophomore Luke Young, called up after six games, makes pitch for Marmion. Again and Again. ‘Started to settle in.’

Luke Young works five strong innings before Marmion rallies in the seventh for a 4-3 win over Aurora Central Catholic.

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Paul Johnson’s Aurora-Elgin area baseball rankings and player of the week

Rock-solid West Aurora stays in top spot, while red-hot South Elgin jumps into the rankings.

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