City of Aurora News Releases

Aurora Police Release Final 2012 Crime Stats

Fri, 17 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Zero murders, drops in both violent and property crimes, and an all-time low in the number of confirmed firearm discharges highlight the Aurora Police Department’s final crime statistics for 2012 that were released today.

Rain Barrels On Sale Now

Wed, 15 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500

The City of Aurora and The Conservation Foundation have once again partnered to promote environmental stewardship by selling rain barrels.

Police Issue Scam Prevention Reminder

Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Aurora Police are reminding residents, especially those who are older, that warmer weather typically brings out criminals who act as utility workers attempting to gain entry into homes. Once they are inside a residence, they distract the homeowner in a confined part of the house. An accomplice or accomplices then also gain entry and steal valuables--- typically jewelry and money.

Application For Federal Flood Relief Announced

Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Residents and business owners who sustained damage as a result of the April flood in all four Aurora counties can begin applying for federal assistance through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency.

Aurora Police To Conduct Seatbelt Checks

Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Aurora’s Community Oriented Policing Officers will be conducting seatbelt safety enforcement zones in undisclosed areas citywide next week in accordance with the national “Click It or Ticket” campaign.

Meterless Downtown Parking In Effect May 14

Fri, 10 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Aurora’s much-anticipated “meterless” downtown parking plan goes into effect on Tuesday, May 14.

Patrol Officer Honored For Efforts To Save Baby

Wed, 08 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500

An Aurora police officer’s actions to save the life of a four-month old baby have garnered him Employee of the Month honors at the Aurora Police Department.

Preparation Continues For Meterless Parking Downtown

Fri, 03 May 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Parking lots in downtown Aurora are taking on distinctly different looks these days as the City completes the removal of meters in the lots and the installation of new signage that is part of a new parking plan slated to be implemented this month.

Stover Visitors Center At Phillips Park Opens For Season

Sat, 27 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0500

The opening of the David & Karen Stover Visitors Center at Phillips Park today officially kicks off the park’s summer season.

2 New Art Exibits And Preservation Awards Slated For May 17

Sat, 27 Apr 2013 00:00:00 -0500

Friday, May 17 will be a busy evening in downtown Aurora as the Aurora Public Art Commission unveils two new exhibits and the Mayor’s Awards for Historic Preservation are presented, during a reception at the David L. Pierce Art and History Center, 20 E. Downer Pl.