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Aurora adopts strict new regulations on data centers

The city of Aurora's new data center regulations set standards around energy and water use plus noise and other emissions.

The CyrusOne data center in Aurora is seen on Feb. 2, 2026. On Tuesday, March 25, 2026, the Aurora City Council approved new regulations for data centers in the city. (Stacey Wescott/Chicago Tribune)

The Mayan building is at 77 S. Stolp Ave. in downtown Aurora. (R. Christian Smith/The Beacon-News)

Column: Developer Karademas says Leilani the right fit for upscale restaurant in The Mayan building in Aurora

A rainbow appears over a camping area at Big Rock Campground in Big Rock. Camping season at Kane County Forest Preserve District campgrounds opens May 1, with reservations for campsites being taken beginning April 1. (Robbie Pfister/Kane County Forest Preserve District)

Reservations can be made beginning April 1 for Kane County Forest District campsites

The hotel at the new Hollywood Casino Aurora, under construction, as seen on Thursday, March 19, 2026. (R. Christian Smith/The Beacon-News)

Aurora sets special liquor rules for new Hollywood Casino resort

By R. Christian Smith

March 26, 2026 at 7:41 a.m.

The Aurora City Council has approved special rules around the sale of liquor and other...

St. Charles North's Abby Zawadzki (18) delivers a pitch against Burlington Central in the first inning of a nonconference game in St. Charles on Wednesday, March 25, 2026. (H. Rick Bamman / The Beacon-News)

After three years at first base, St. Charles North’s Abby Zawadzki steps up as pitcher. ‘That’s my main thing.’

By Rick Armstrong

March 25, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.

Abby Zawadzki throws a one-hitter as St. Charles North eases to an 8-0 victory over...

Batavia's Ben Johnson (5) rounds third base after hitting a three-run homer against Burlington Central during a nonconference game in Batavia on Wednesday, March 25, 2026. (Sean King / The Beacon-News)

With a three-run homer, varsity newcomer Ben Johnson banks on his faith to elevate Batavia. ‘It means a lot.’

By Paul Johnson

March 25, 2026 at 11:08 p.m.

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Wine enthusiasts fill Hudson Crossing Park for the Wine on the Fox festival in downtown Oswego in 2024. (Linda Girardi/for The Beacon-News)

Cook County population growth is flat due to decreased immigration, while Kendall County leads Illinois, census numbers show

By Robert McCoppin

March 25, 2026 at 11:01 p.m.

U.S. census numbers show Cook County's population remained about the same due to lower immigration,...

Joliet Catholic's Cody Busch (9) flips the ball behind his back to shortstop Koen Lynes (11) for an out against Lincoln-Way Central during a nonconference game in New Lenox on Wednesday, March 25, 2026. (Steve Johnston / Daily Southtown)

Baseball and softball scores for the Southland, Aurora, Elgin, Naperville and Lake County

By Josh Krockey

March 25, 2026 at 9:49 p.m.

High school and local college results and highlights from the Southland, Aurora, Elgin, Naperville and...

Changes are coming to Kane County’s website and meeting documents, as the county works to get into compliance with new federal rules governing accessibility to people with disabilities. (R. Christian Smith/The Beacon-News)

Kane County, planning for new federal ADA accessibility rules, eyes changes to website and meeting documents

By Molly Morrow

March 25, 2026 at 9:59 a.m.

The county has until April 24 to implement the new federal rules related to the...

Oswego East’s Olivia Owles (4) connects on a slap for a hit against West Aurora during a nonconference game in Aurora on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. (Troy Stolt / The Beacon-News)

Moving to left side of batter’s box turns out right for Oswego East’s Olivia Owles. ‘Being a slapper fit me.’

By Rick Armstrong

March 24, 2026 at 11:54 p.m.

Batting leadoff, Olivia Owles reaches base safely in five of six at-bats to spark Oswego...

Geneva’s Noah Hallahan (19) throws a pitch against Bartlett during a nonconference game in Bartlett on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. (James C. Svehla / The Beacon-News)

Fully healed from torn meniscus, Geneva’s Noah Hallahan strikes out nine in four innings. ‘Just stay focused.’

By Paul Johnson

March 24, 2026 at 9:41 p.m.

Noah Hallahan strikes out nine and gives up only one hit and three walks for...

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