Early Thursday morning, significant damage occurred to third-party fiber optic cables near Interstate 88, affecting the City of Aurora's internet providers. This incident resulted in the City being unable to connect to the internet, while also disabling the City's website and phone system.Thank you to the City's IT Department, internet partners, and the Illinois Tollway.
Published on October 22, 2025
LANE CLOSURE: West Galena Boulevard Between Western Avenue and Westgate Drive
Tomorrow, a City contractor will be replacing water service lines on West Galena Boulevard between Western Avenue and Westgate Drive. Traffic will be reduced to one lane in each direction for motorists traveling east and west.
The construction is scheduled to finish by 3 P.M.