Downers Grove Village Council to consider removing pro-Pledge of Allegiance, anti -"drag queen bingo" library board member
The village council of Downers Grove will consider a resolution removing a member from the village library board who has clashed with its "progressive" majority.
2021-22 School Year: Average school administrator earns 88.8% more than teachers in Roselle School District 12
The average school administrator’s salary in Roselle School District 12 was $137,546 during the 2021-22 school year, while teaching salaries averaged $72,834, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.
FAFSA’s New ‘Grandparent Loophole’
FAFSA stands for "Free Application for Federal Student Aid." It's the form that students fill out to apply for federal grants, work-study, and loans to assist in funding their college or career school education.Ultimately, FAFSA is used by students, families, and universities to determine student eligibility for financial aid and loans.Significant changes have been made to simplify the application process this year, including reducing the number of questions from 108 to less than 50.A key change is the introduction of the ‘Grandparent Loophole’, which exempts college...
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How many companies in cities in Will County received FDA inspections in Q4 2023?
There were four companies in cities associated with Will County that received four FDA inspections in the fourth quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.
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Ives slams Chicago State Rep. who sponsored SAFE-T Act: ‘Your party has been in control of the city for over 90 years’
Former Illinois State Rep. Jeanne Ives (R-Wheaton) slammed a lead SAFE-T Act sponsor after he took to social media to lament a weekend mass shooting on Chicago's South Side.
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OPINION: Dispelling Misinformation Surrounding the Justin Beaton Case
In 2016, Justin Beaton of Racine, WI became the center of a misinformation storm when false reports surfaced claiming inaccurate narratives to be true about his case.
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Carol Stream man denied per-trial release after murder of his wife
Baltazar Perez-Estrada was denied pre-trial release after being charged with the murder of his wife, Maricela Simon Franco. Judge Joshua Dieden granted the State’s motion to deny the release.
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U.S. Rep. Ramirez: Illegal immigration to U.S. is a 'human right'
DuPage County U.S. Representative Delia Ramirez says it its the "human right" of foreign nationals to immigrate illegally to the United States, and she says U.S. taxpayers should pay for their living expenses as they "resettle" here.
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Naperville Councilman challenges $115k slotted for DEI consultant, request for funding withdrawn
Naperville Councilman Josh McBroom raised concerns over the city's requested allocation for $115,000 for a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) consultant in an interview with Chicago City Wire ahead of the March 19 city council meeting that would determine the fate of the proposed position.
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Did Butler School District 53 students fail or pass their 2021-22 ELA tests?
In the 2021-22 school year, 25.2% of Butler School District 53 students failed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.
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Seeking Nominations for IL Senior Hall of Fame
The Senior Illinoisans Hall of Fame is currently seeking nominations for individuals aged 65 and older who have made significant contributions to various fields. According to the announcement, each year, four older adults are inducted into the Hall of Fame for their work in the arts, sports, and entertainment; community service; education; or the labor force.To qualify for nomination, individuals must meet specific criteria. They must be 65 or older at the time of nomination and either a current Illinois resident or have spent most of their life residing in Illinois. The...
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Illinoisans Hall of Fame Celebrates Seniors' Achievements
The Senior Illinoisans Hall of Fame is dedicated to recognizing the outstanding accomplishments of individuals aged 65 and older in Illinois. As stated by the organizers, "The Senior Illinoisans Hall of Fame honors the accomplishments of Illinois residents aged 65 and older."According to the guidelines of the Hall of Fame, four older adults are chosen annually for their contributions in various fields such as arts, sports, entertainment, community service, education, or the labor force. In the words of the organizers, "Each year, four older adults are inducted into the...
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Sign the Petition to Protect Victims of Human Trafficking
Rep. Amy Grant and House Republicans have recently introduced an anti-human trafficking legislative package to combat the prevalent issue. This initiative aims to address the challenges posed by human trafficking and provide support to victims.According to a statement released last week, Rep. Amy Grant and her colleagues are committed to tackling human trafficking head-on. The legislative package is a crucial step towards addressing this modern-day form of slavery that affects individuals across various demographics.In 2021, the National Human Trafficking Hotline...
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Rep. Sanalitro Testifies in Transportation Committee
Rep. Sanalitro, representing ABATE of Illinois, Inc., testified in front of the House Transportation Committee today regarding a new bill aimed at expanding specialty license plate options for motorcyclists in Illinois. The representative expressed enthusiasm, stating, "I presented my bill on behalf of ABATE of Illinois, Inc. today in the House Transportation Committee." The proposed legislation seeks to provide motorcyclists with the same variety of specialty plates that are currently available for regular cars. If passed, the bill would grant motorcyclists the opportunity...
