Dupage Policy Journal

Nurses Day at Illinois Capitol Draws Attention to Policy Issues Impacting Nursing Profession

By DuPage Policy Journal | Apr 17, 2024

SPRINGFIELD, IL – Nurses Day at the Illinois Capitol brought attention to policy issues impacting the nursing profession. Danielle P. from Advocate Lutheran General Hospital shared insights during the event.The event highlighted the importance of advocating for policies that support and enhance the nursing profession. As Danielle P. from Advocate Lutheran General Hospital expressed, it was a valuable opportunity to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing nurses in today's healthcare landscape.Nurses play a crucial role in the healthcare system, and events like...

How did Northern Township of Milton: Precinct Milton 30 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By DuPage Policy Journal | Apr 16, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a DuPage Policy Journal analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 448 voters in Northern Township of Milton: Precinct Milton 30 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Who voted in Central Village of Hinsdale: Precinct Downers Grove 4 during 2020 Presidential Election?

By DuPage Policy Journal | Apr 16, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a DuPage Policy Journal analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 486 voters in Central Village of Hinsdale: Precinct Downers Grove 4 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

2021-22 School Year: Average school administrator earns 19.9% more than teachers in Hinsdale Township High School District 86

By DuPage Policy Journal | Apr 16, 2024

The average school administrator’s salary in Hinsdale Township High School District 86 was $136,796 during the 2021-22 school year, while teaching salaries averaged $114,133, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Illinois Eighth Congressional District candidate: 'With all the “High Level” Iranians who were discovered to be working in this crooked Biden Administration, is Congress going to do anything about that?'

By DuPage Policy Journal | Apr 16, 2024

Mark Rice, a candidate for Illinois' Eighth Congressional District, has raised questions about Iranians working in the Biden Administration. Rice, who is set to compete against incumbent Democrat Raja Krishnamoorthi in the general election, also disseminated a link to an article from the Hudson Institute.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in DuPage County in week ending Apr. 13?

By DuPage Policy Journal | Apr 16, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout DuPage County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central Village of Itasca: Precinct Addison 62

By DuPage Policy Journal | Apr 16, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a DuPage Policy Journal analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 436 voters in Central Village of Itasca: Precinct Addison 62 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Elmhurst School District 205 administrators rank 160th in state for average pay in 2022

By DuPage Policy Journal | Apr 16, 2024

Administrators in Elmhurst School District 205 earn an average of $126,691 per year, ranking 160th in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within DuPage County in week ending Apr. 13?

By DuPage Policy Journal | Apr 15, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout DuPage County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Northwestern Village of Addison: Precinct Bloomingdale 99

By DuPage Policy Journal | Apr 15, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a DuPage Policy Journal analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 245 voters in Northwestern Village of Addison: Precinct Bloomingdale 99 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Northeastern Township of Naperville: Precinct Naperville 61

By DuPage Policy Journal | Apr 15, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a DuPage Policy Journal analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 512 voters in Northeastern Township of Naperville: Precinct Naperville 61 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

How did Central NW Village of Carol Stream: Precinct Bloomingdale 68 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By DuPage Policy Journal | Apr 15, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a DuPage Policy Journal analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 493 voters in Central NW Village of Carol Stream: Precinct Bloomingdale 68 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

2021-22 School Year: Average school administrator earns 88.8% more than teachers in Roselle School District 12

By DuPage Policy Journal | Apr 15, 2024

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’

By DuPage Policy Journal | Apr 15, 2024

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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