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id: 4cbc437ee0
section: safety
first_reported: 2026-11-11 19:49 CST
updated: 2026-11-11 19:49 CST
status: reported
outlets: 1
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# Partial building collapse closes downtown Aurora intersection

A partial building collapse in downtown Aurora sent scaffolding and bricks into the roadway Wednesday evening, prompting evacuations and road closures.

Section: [Public Safety](/chicago/section/safety.md) · Entities: none

## Coverage

- [FOX 32 Chicago](https://www.fox32chicago.com/news/aurora-building-partially-collapses-closing-downtown-intersection), 2026-11-11 19:49 CST: Aurora building partially collapses, closing downtown intersection

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