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Stay safe out there. Make sure the kids are watching out for cars as we know they will not always look out for pedestrians. Also having something on that is glowing during the evening hours will add visibility. Happy Halloween.🎃

Be safe and be seen this Halloween! In just a few days, many kids will take to the streets to trick-or-treat! We have tips to help parents and caregivers prepare for a safe and sweet night. Check out our Halloween safety tips: https://www.safekids.org/halloween

Did you see anything or know anything that can help solve this cold case?

Column: Mother of 2020 Aurora hit-and-run victim still hopes driver who struck and killed her son will come forward What this still-grieving mother really wants is an apology. And an explanation of what happened on Nov. 14, 2020, including why the driver fled the scene rather than call 911 and try to help fatall…

Speed Awareness Day! Let's make a commitment every day to watch our speed, be aware of the pedestrians and bicyclists. Stay cool out there!

🚨 Speeding Catches Up with You 🚨

Speeding isn’t just about breaking the law — it’s about risking lives. Every mile over the limit increases your chances of a crash… and the severity of what happens next.

💥 In 2023, more than one person died every day in a speed-related crash in Illinois.
💔 Nearly half of those crashes happened during the summer months.
🛑 And in construction zones? Speed was a factor in 45% of fatal crashes.

This Speed Awareness Day, we're joining agencies across Illinois to remind drivers that speed limits save lives. Whether you’re in a neighborhood, school zone, or highway — slow down. Someone’s life depends on it.

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Interesting article...written by a WVHS student. These are the intersections with most crashes for April. Thoughts?

Eola and Ogden Included in Top Five Aurora Intersections with Most Crashes - the Beat | WaubonsieMedia.com AURORA - The City of Aurora Police Department has released a social media post with the top five intersections in Aurora with the most crashes in the month of April. The intersection of Eola Road and Ogden Avenue ranked third. Waubonsie Valley High School is located in the northwest corner of the in...

An interesting read...what are your thoughts, could paint on the roads help drivers slow down?

The new road signs being painted on roads around the world - this is what you should know when you see this red line between the two lanes It’s not just about making roads look cool, it’s actually a mind trick. When drivers or motorcyclists feel like they’re moving through a tighter space, their

Our hearts go out to the pedestrian's family. Our city needs to step up and ensure that it implements traffic calming strategies throughout Aurora.

Pedestrian hit, killed crossing street near Fox Valley Mall in Aurora: police A vehicle hit and killed a pedestrian near Fox Valley Mall in Aurora Tuesday morning, police said Wednesday.

It's a little bit longer of a video, but it's a great topic. Many of us adults may remember in our communities having a third place where we could socialize as children and teens. Aurora, do you feel like there are third places in your community within walking distance?

You're Not Lonely, You're Just Isolated People are lonely. Is it because we are addicted to our phones, or is that a symptom of larger design choices we made when building our places? We cover some...

An interesting read, thanks to one of our followers Kris for sharing it with us!

Taller vehicles are more dangerous to pedestrians, even at low speeds, research finds A study by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety shows higher speeds are worse for pedestrians regardless of vehicle height — but those risks are amplified for vehicles with taller front ends.

Aurora, what are your thoughts on this article?

Free and abundant parking has been woven into the fabric of our cities and towns for so long that many people struggle to imagine familiar places with less of it. Or they worry about the consequences: Can we really afford to do away with our parking mandates? Or will reducing parking drive shoppers away?

However, several studies (which you can access through the article linked below) show that making areas more friendly to walkers and bikers is more beneficial than prioritizing drivers. Walkers and bikers spend more, are more likely to be loyal customers, are more likely to return to the business frequently, and make up way more of small businesses’ customer base than owners may think.

Plus, prioritizing walkers and bikers lets business owners use their land more productively: A parking space converted into a bike corral will go from providing parking for one customer to up to twelve at one time.

Learn more and access studies: https://buff.ly/4fNqeka

What do you think Aurora? Are there any intersections/streets you think need to be resigned in our city? Let us know in the comments area.

Cities across the nation are taking action towards ending traffic deaths through street design. Your city could be next. Check out the “Beyond Blame” link in our bio. #safestreets #saferstreets #slowthecars

Aurora let's remember to slow down for our Trick-or-Treaters. Parents, it's always a good rule of thumb to give your kiddo something glowing or flashing so drivers will be able to see them.

Have yourself a gourd time this Halloween, and remember, if you’re out driving on Halloween night, stop for trick-or-treaters and other pedestrians. Let’s work together to make it a safe and spooky night for everyone!