Aurora police on Wednesday identified a man charged in connection with the fatal shooting of a woman last week in a parking lot.
Reported by Denver Post 33 minutes ago.
Aurora slaying suspect identified by police
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WPS subsidary Arise adds Aurora to network
Arise Health Plan, a subsidiary of WPS Health Insurance in Madison, said it reached an agreement with Aurora Health Care to include Aurora in Arise’s network. WPS Health Insurance also will add Milwaukee-based Aurora Health Care to its network sometime this year, but no official date has been set, WPS said Wednesday. Aurora runs 15 hospitals and 172 clinics and has more than 1,500 employed physicians within its network, as well as affiliations with 3,000 independent physicians. Arise Health…
Reported by bizjournals 1 day ago.
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One person hospitalized in Aurora after pile-up on I-225
One person was rushed to an Aurora hospital and northbound Interstate-225 was closed after a four-car pile up just south of Parker Road, officials say.
Reported by Denver Post 8 hours ago.
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Man held in Aurora slaying says woman, man attacked him
A man charged with killing a woman in an Aurora parking lot last week told police he shot her after she and another man tried to fight him, according to a probable cause statement released
Reported by Denver Post 1 day ago.
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Moody's: Aurora Shooting Lawsuits Put CU Denver's Credit At Risk
WASHINGTON, Jan 24 (Reuters) - Shootings and other acts of violence are becoming credit risks for U.S. institutions, with fallout from the July 20 mass shooting in a movie theater in Aurora, Colorado, spreading all the way to the bonds sold by the University of Colorado at Denver, Moody's Investors Service said on Thursday.
"The shooting in Aurora is one of a number of tragic violence-related incidents that have led to lawsuits against universities and other not-for-profit organizations over the last year," the rating agency said, noting that on Jan. 14 the wife of a victim of the shooting sued the university.
"The lawsuits are credit negative for affected universities because they create financial and reputational risks and divert senior management's efforts away from other operating activities," it added.
The victim's wife sued the university and staff there, saying it should have warned authorities that the alleged shooter, former student James Holmes, was a safety threat. Moody's said there are also "several other pending lawsuits."
State law limits claims against the university system to $600,000 per occurrence regardless of how many people are involved, which means that if the midnight-showing shooting is counted as a single incident, the university could have to pay out slightly more than half a million dollars, Moody's said.
But the law also has a limit of $150,000 per person, and if each death is counted a separate incident the bill could be higher.
It added that "the university can draw on the $927 million of unrestricted financial resources it had as of June 30, 2012."
The college has said it believes the lawsuit to be not well founded, legally or factually.
Beyond the sums of money the university may have to pay out, it faces risks from damage to its reputation, which in turn could drive students away from enrolling, Moody's said.
While the shooting ranks as one of the worst cases of U.S. gun violence, it is not alone. Last month, a gunman shot and killed 20 students and six teachers at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Connecticut, his mother and ultimately himself.
U.S. Vice President Joe Biden is leading an effort to create tougher restrictions on gun use but could face resistance from Republicans in Congress.
Most credit risks to public universities stem from tuition and enrollment problems, or cuts to state funding. But in November 2011, Moody's began reviewing the credit stability of Pennsylvania State University because of the school's child sex abuse scandal, saying the university had to contend with direct litigation costs as well as indirect effects on enrollment and donations. Reported by Huffington Post 9 hours ago.
"The shooting in Aurora is one of a number of tragic violence-related incidents that have led to lawsuits against universities and other not-for-profit organizations over the last year," the rating agency said, noting that on Jan. 14 the wife of a victim of the shooting sued the university.
"The lawsuits are credit negative for affected universities because they create financial and reputational risks and divert senior management's efforts away from other operating activities," it added.
The victim's wife sued the university and staff there, saying it should have warned authorities that the alleged shooter, former student James Holmes, was a safety threat. Moody's said there are also "several other pending lawsuits."
State law limits claims against the university system to $600,000 per occurrence regardless of how many people are involved, which means that if the midnight-showing shooting is counted as a single incident, the university could have to pay out slightly more than half a million dollars, Moody's said.
But the law also has a limit of $150,000 per person, and if each death is counted a separate incident the bill could be higher.
It added that "the university can draw on the $927 million of unrestricted financial resources it had as of June 30, 2012."
The college has said it believes the lawsuit to be not well founded, legally or factually.
Beyond the sums of money the university may have to pay out, it faces risks from damage to its reputation, which in turn could drive students away from enrolling, Moody's said.
While the shooting ranks as one of the worst cases of U.S. gun violence, it is not alone. Last month, a gunman shot and killed 20 students and six teachers at Sandy Hook Elementary School in Connecticut, his mother and ultimately himself.
U.S. Vice President Joe Biden is leading an effort to create tougher restrictions on gun use but could face resistance from Republicans in Congress.
Most credit risks to public universities stem from tuition and enrollment problems, or cuts to state funding. But in November 2011, Moody's began reviewing the credit stability of Pennsylvania State University because of the school's child sex abuse scandal, saying the university had to contend with direct litigation costs as well as indirect effects on enrollment and donations. Reported by Huffington Post 9 hours ago.
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Aurora Resident Appointed to Open Board of Education Seat
Patch Montgomery, IL --The Oswego 308 School Board appointed Aurora resident John O'Driscoll as an interim school board member to replace the seat left vacant by Lynn Cullick late last year.
O'Driscoll was the only candidate who applied for the interim position, which will end at the April 2013 election in which four new board members will be elected.
Read more about O'Driscoll's biography and the schools decision on the* Oswego 308 School website. * Reported by Patch 6 hours ago.
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Blast Fitness, Other Tenants Will be Out, But is Aurora Building in its Place?
Patch Brookfield, WI --Blast Fitness, 16895 W. Blue Mound Road, will close Feb. 28 and is telling members the entire building has been sold to Aurora Health Care, who will tear it down in favor of a new facility.
An email message sent to an Aurora spokesperson had not received a response as of Friday morning. A message left with Brookfield Economic Development Director Dan Ertl also has not been returned.
A “Q&A” sheet prepared for Blast Fitness members says all the tenants in the building — including Salon West and Rhoda/Smith and Associates — are having their leases terminated so the building can be demolished. It also says Blast Fitness memberships are being transferred to the West Allis location.
The building has been home to a fitness facility since the early 1980s, with Vic Tanny and Bally's occupying the ground floor prior to Blast purchasing the space in April of 2012. Reported by Patch 6 hours ago.
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Aurora, Denver mayors sidestep dispute over airport city at event
While Aurora and Denver go to war over plans to develop land in and around Denver International Airport, their mayors made nice on Friday in a breakfast event that danced around the issue as
Reported by Denver Post 4 hours ago.
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Susan Buettner leaves Aurora Health Care
Susan Buettner, a senior vice president at Aurora Health Care, has left the state’s largest health care system in what Aurora called a restructuring of her business unit. Buettner most recently was senior vice president of planning and innovation at Milwaukee-based Aurora. She previously held senior vice president positions in Aurora Health Services and Aurora Health Ventures. She also was president of Aurora Health Ventures. Buettner joined Aurora in 1992 and was a member of the system’s management…
Reported by bizjournals 3 hours ago.
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Aurora Woman Facing Felony Credit Card Charge for Services at Oswego Business
Patch Oswego, IL --
An Aurora woman is being held in the Kendall County Jail on charges for the unlawful use of a credit card that was used at an Oswego business, according to the Kendall County Sheriff's office.
Tiffany J. Anderson, 39, of the 1600 block of Collidge Avenue, Aurora, was charged for the unlawful use of a credit card at business in the 1700 block of Route 30, Oswego, a class 3 felony. A complainant reported that someone had used a credit card without consent for services at their business, said the Sheriff's office.
After an investigation, a warrant was issued for Anderson on Dec. 18 and she was arrested at the Kendall County Courthouse on Jan. 15.
Anderson is beind held on $30,000 bond. Reported by Patch 2 days ago.
An Aurora woman is being held in the Kendall County Jail on charges for the unlawful use of a credit card that was used at an Oswego business, according to the Kendall County Sheriff's office.
Tiffany J. Anderson, 39, of the 1600 block of Collidge Avenue, Aurora, was charged for the unlawful use of a credit card at business in the 1700 block of Route 30, Oswego, a class 3 felony. A complainant reported that someone had used a credit card without consent for services at their business, said the Sheriff's office.
After an investigation, a warrant was issued for Anderson on Dec. 18 and she was arrested at the Kendall County Courthouse on Jan. 15.
Anderson is beind held on $30,000 bond. Reported by Patch 2 days ago.
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Aurora theater shooting survivors will testify at Connecticut gun violence panel
Five months after he escaped being shot in an Aurora, Colo., movie theater, Ethan Rodriguez-Torrent felt the blood drain from his face when he saw an alert about another mass shooting, this time in Newtown. Rodriguez-Torrent will testify Monday before the Connecticut legislature's task force on gun violence.
Reported by Denver Post 1 day ago.
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West Aurora High School to Host Cheerleading Camp for K-5 Girls
Patch Montgomery, IL --Editor's note: The following is a press release from Dist. 129.
West Aurora High School will host a cheerleading camp for girls in elementary school from 9 a.m. to noon Monday, Feb. 18, in the school’s blue field house, 1201 W. New York St., Aurora.
No previous cheer experience is required. Girls will be taught basic cheerleading essentials such as arm motions, jumps and stunts. They will also be taught a floor cheer to perform at half time of the home boys’ basketball games Wednesday, Feb. 20.
Girls in kindergarten through second grade will perform at halftime of the 6 p.m. sophomore game. Girls in grades third through fifth will perform at halftime of the 7:30 p.m. varsity game.
The cost of the camp is $35, and includes a cheerleading camp T-shirt, snacks and two tickets to the Feb. 20 basketball games. The registration deadline is Monday, Feb. 4.
Parents of Dist. 129 students can register online here. They will need their child’s I.D. number. Parents of non Dist. 129 students can register by printing and filling out this form and delivering it to Assistant Cheerleading Coach Alicia Ropeter at West High, 1201 W. New York St., Aurora.
For more information, contact Coach Ropeter at aropeter@sd129.org. Reported by Patch 13 hours ago.
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Aurora shooting suspect's attorneys seek to delay hearing with Fox News reporter
Attorneys for Aurora, Colo., movie theater shooting suspect James Holmes have filed a motion to postpone a Feb. 4 hearing pertaining to a Fox News reporter and her sources. They request a move to April 1, citing "a complex and difficult process" in obtaining an out-of-state subpoena.
Reported by msnbc.com 8 hours ago.
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Aurora University Launches Online College As Part Of Educational Expansion
Degree Programs in Top-Growth Industries Empower Students to Pursue a Quality, Personalized Education
Aurora, IL (PRWEB) January 29, 2013
Aurora University recently launched Aurora University Online, kicking off its first ever online degree program. By making their top educational offerings available in an online format, Aurora University is joining the trend of broadening access to education. The flexible professional and degree programs include some of the school’s historically well-regarded programs in top-growth industries: Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Education, and Business Administration. Prospective students are encouraged to visit online.aurora.edu to learn more about the curriculum, sample an online class and enroll.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Employment Outlook Report: 2010-2020, healthcare and business services will account for nearly half of the next decade’s job growth. Education is also a growing industry. Aurora University Online offers degree programs targeted to these high-growth industries, empowering its students with the most up-to-date skills. In addition, established industry professionals lead programs and career placement services are offered to maximize a graduate’s potential.
“Aurora University believes in the transformative power of learning for everyone,” said Professor Carmella Moran, Dean of Aurora University Online. “With our online degree programs, we’re able to fulfill the needs of students needing flexibility by providing them with access to a quality education along with our personalized touch.”
For prospective students needing to balance ongoing commitments while continuing their studies, online programs are a practical solution. In fact, nearly 70 percent of students choose online education to balance work, family and school responsibilities. Through Aurora University’s online degree programs, Aurora University is helping meet peoples’ desire for balance. The programs are a flexible way that people can gain the skills necessary to advance their careers to the next level.
A New Age of Learning with a Personalized Touch
Aurora University Online offers the convenience and flexibility of online classes with the personal attention, rigor and quality of education that students have come to expect from Aurora University.
The school has several distinctive programs in place to help make online education personalized for each and every student:
· Upon enrolling, students are partnered with an Online Academic Advisor who maintains a relationship with them throughout their studies. This ensures that students have a dedicated, committed person to turn to for career guidance, feedback and questions.
· Courses that engage students in dynamic classroom activities and dialogue through interactive discussion boards and chat rooms.
· Affordable tuition options and a seamless transfer process help people reach the next level in their career.
Career Focused Programs
To serve the differing professional interests of its community, Aurora University currently offers 16 online career-focused programs:
Adult Degree Completion Programs
· Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration
· Bachelor of Arts in Communication
· Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice
· Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Path Program
Graduate Programs
· Master of Arts in Mathematics Education
· Master of Arts in Mathematics and Science Education for Elementary Teachers
· Master of Arts in Science Education
· Master of Business Administration with optional Leadership Concentration
· Master of Science in Criminal Justice
· Master of Communication Management
· Master of Science in Nursing – Administration and Education Specialization
· MSN Bridge Program
· Post Graduate Certificate in Nursing Administration
· Post Graduate Certificate in Nursing Education
Endorsement Programs
· Bilingual/ESL Endorsement
· Special Education Endorsement
The programs maintain the highest standards of curriculum, resulting in students graduating with a reputable, distinctive degree. Courses are flexible and typically held in five to eight week modules. Spring term classes begin March 11, 2013. For additional information, visit online.aurora.edu.
About Aurora University
Aurora University is an inclusive community dedicated to the transformative power of learning, annually educating more than 4,400 degree-seeking students at the bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral levels. The university has a long tradition of preparing students for lives of service and leadership, and using its resources and expertise to meet the needs of the community. In addition to its main campus in Aurora, Ill., Aurora University offers programs online, at its George Williams College campus in Williams Bay, Wis., and at the Woodstock Center in downtown Woodstock, Ill. Learn more at aurora.edu.
### Reported by PRWeb 1 day ago.
Aurora, IL (PRWEB) January 29, 2013
Aurora University recently launched Aurora University Online, kicking off its first ever online degree program. By making their top educational offerings available in an online format, Aurora University is joining the trend of broadening access to education. The flexible professional and degree programs include some of the school’s historically well-regarded programs in top-growth industries: Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Education, and Business Administration. Prospective students are encouraged to visit online.aurora.edu to learn more about the curriculum, sample an online class and enroll.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Employment Outlook Report: 2010-2020, healthcare and business services will account for nearly half of the next decade’s job growth. Education is also a growing industry. Aurora University Online offers degree programs targeted to these high-growth industries, empowering its students with the most up-to-date skills. In addition, established industry professionals lead programs and career placement services are offered to maximize a graduate’s potential.
“Aurora University believes in the transformative power of learning for everyone,” said Professor Carmella Moran, Dean of Aurora University Online. “With our online degree programs, we’re able to fulfill the needs of students needing flexibility by providing them with access to a quality education along with our personalized touch.”
For prospective students needing to balance ongoing commitments while continuing their studies, online programs are a practical solution. In fact, nearly 70 percent of students choose online education to balance work, family and school responsibilities. Through Aurora University’s online degree programs, Aurora University is helping meet peoples’ desire for balance. The programs are a flexible way that people can gain the skills necessary to advance their careers to the next level.
A New Age of Learning with a Personalized Touch
Aurora University Online offers the convenience and flexibility of online classes with the personal attention, rigor and quality of education that students have come to expect from Aurora University.
The school has several distinctive programs in place to help make online education personalized for each and every student:
· Upon enrolling, students are partnered with an Online Academic Advisor who maintains a relationship with them throughout their studies. This ensures that students have a dedicated, committed person to turn to for career guidance, feedback and questions.
· Courses that engage students in dynamic classroom activities and dialogue through interactive discussion boards and chat rooms.
· Affordable tuition options and a seamless transfer process help people reach the next level in their career.
Career Focused Programs
To serve the differing professional interests of its community, Aurora University currently offers 16 online career-focused programs:
Adult Degree Completion Programs
· Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration
· Bachelor of Arts in Communication
· Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice
· Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Path Program
Graduate Programs
· Master of Arts in Mathematics Education
· Master of Arts in Mathematics and Science Education for Elementary Teachers
· Master of Arts in Science Education
· Master of Business Administration with optional Leadership Concentration
· Master of Science in Criminal Justice
· Master of Communication Management
· Master of Science in Nursing – Administration and Education Specialization
· MSN Bridge Program
· Post Graduate Certificate in Nursing Administration
· Post Graduate Certificate in Nursing Education
Endorsement Programs
· Bilingual/ESL Endorsement
· Special Education Endorsement
The programs maintain the highest standards of curriculum, resulting in students graduating with a reputable, distinctive degree. Courses are flexible and typically held in five to eight week modules. Spring term classes begin March 11, 2013. For additional information, visit online.aurora.edu.
About Aurora University
Aurora University is an inclusive community dedicated to the transformative power of learning, annually educating more than 4,400 degree-seeking students at the bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral levels. The university has a long tradition of preparing students for lives of service and leadership, and using its resources and expertise to meet the needs of the community. In addition to its main campus in Aurora, Ill., Aurora University offers programs online, at its George Williams College campus in Williams Bay, Wis., and at the Woodstock Center in downtown Woodstock, Ill. Learn more at aurora.edu.
### Reported by PRWeb 1 day ago.
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Theater shooting blamed for 1.9% increase in Aurora 2012 crime
Had it not been for the Aurora movie theater massacre on July 20, the city's violent crime rate would have decreased 3.5 percent, according to a report released by police Tuesday.
Reported by Denver Post 10 hours ago.
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Dismissal of charges against man who had birds in Aurora house is sought
Animal hoarding charges filed against an Aurora man who authorities said had about 300 birds in his home should be dropped because officials failed to follow proper procedures in dealing with the situation, the man's attorney contends.
Reported by ChicagoTribune 4 hours ago.
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Aurora Man Charged with Criminal Damage to Oswego Property: Sheriff
Patch Oswego, IL --The Kendall County Sheriff's office has finished their investigation for an incident of criminal damage that occurred last November.
Kyle Bisbee, 25, of the 2000 block of Chandler Court, Aurora, was arrested on Jan. 14 by Naperville Police after a warrant was issued by the Kendall County Sheriff's department on Jan. 10.
He was charged with criminal damage to property that occurred on Nov. 10 at approximately 4:19 a.m. in the 1600 block of Light Road. A victim reported that their car was scratched in the parking lot, said the Sheriff's office.
Bisbee posted bond of 10 percent of $1,000 on Jan. 14. Reported by Patch 14 hours ago.
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Aurora theater shooting prosecution team adds death penalty expert
An attorney with experience in death-penalty cases has been added to the prosecution team on the Aurora movie theater murder case.
Reported by Denver Post 15 hours ago.
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Fox News reporter will fight subpoena in Aurora theater shooting case
An attorney for a FoxNews.com reporter who could be forced to testify about her sources in the Aurora theater shooting case says she will fight any effort to subpoena the reporter.
Reported by Denver Post 1 day ago.
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Aurora Police chief goes on YouTube to defend department
Aurora Police Chief Dan Oates took to YouTube on Thursday to rebut a 7News report suggesting his department failed to thoroughly investigate decades worth of warnings about two officers
Reported by Denver Post 19 hours ago.
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