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Aurora, State’s Second-Largest City, Adapts to COVID-19

Paris Schutz reports from the far west suburb as part of our reporting series.

04/16/2020 | Rating NR

Chicago Tonight

Aurora, State’s Second-Largest City, Adapts to COVID-19

Clip: 4/16/2020 | 5m 40sVideo has Closed Captions

Paris Schutz reports from the far west suburb as part of our reporting series.

The global health crisis has ravaged communities around the world — and locally. But in the city of Aurora, local officials have sounded an optimistic tone. We visited the far west suburb as part of our reporting series, COVID-19 Across Chicago.

04/16/2020 | Rating NR

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Argonne Scientists Enlisted in Fight Against COVID-19

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Clip: 4/16/2020 | 6m | 2020 isn’t the first time Chicago has faced a virulent enemy. (6m)

Aurora Fire Chief Talks City’s Pandemic Response

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Clip: 4/16/2020 | 6m 10s | Aurora Mayor Richard Irvin talks about his city’s response to the pandemic. (6m 10s)

High School Musician Shares Message with the World

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Clip: 4/16/2020 | 4m 31s | An 18-year-old musician is using his love for music to help people find comfort. (4m 31s)

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Clip: 4/16/2020 | 6m 28s | How doctors and hospitals are trying to keep pregnant women safe. (6m 28s)

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Clip: 4/16/2020 | 3m 50s | The Urban Growers Collective operates several community farms and gardens in Chicago. (3m 50s)

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