Aurora, IL – Phillips Park in Aurora will shut down early Friday evening following reports of a planned unauthorized event. Police confirmed the Park and Aquatic Center parking lot will close at 6:30 p.m. Friday and remain closed until Saturday morning.
According to the Aurora Police Department, Wyeth Street will also be closed between Smith Boulevard and Howell Place to keep traffic from entering the property. Officers said the measures are necessary after receiving information about a potential large-scale gathering at the park.
The closures affect both visitors and commuters. Anyone traveling near Smith Boulevard or Howell Place should expect detours and limited access around the park area. Police emphasized the restrictions are temporary and urged residents to plan ahead for Friday night activities…