Surge in illegal immigrant arrivals continues with Lombard drop-offs on Jan. 4
The influx of undocumented immigrants into Chicago's suburbs continued as Lombard saw two buses drop off illegal immigrants in the community on Jan. 4.
Rice: ’Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson won’t end the ‘sanctuary status’ to stem the influx of illegal migrants into the city’
Mark Rice, a candidate for the 8th Congressional District, has criticized Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson's refusal to revoke the city's "sanctuary status," which he perceives as a method to control the influx of illegal migrants. Rice claims that Johnson's strategy is motivated by an attempt to secure additional federal funds for the immigration crisis from supportive politicians in Washington, D.C., including his opponent U.S. Representative Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-Ill.).
Did Addison School District 4 students fail or pass their 2021-22 Math tests?
In the 2021-22 school year, 86% of Addison School District 4 students failed the Math portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.
- Did Wood Dale School District 7 students fail or pass their 2021-22 Math tests?
- Hinsdale enacts ordinance to combat surge in unannounced migrant bus drop-offs
- Prairie State taxes: Bloomingdale residents rank 67th in total sales taxes paid for October 2023
- DuPage County responsible for 2nd-highest sales tax revenue in Illinois during October 2023
- 8th Congressional District candidate Rice: ‘Radical Raja fights for the lobbyist and special interest groups that filled his campaign coffers’
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51.5% of Downers Grove Grade School District 58 students met or exceeded Math IAR expectations on tests in 2021-22 school year
In the 2021-22 school year, 51.5% of Downers Grove Grade School District 58 students passed the Math portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.
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Did Roselle School District 12 students succeed or flounder in their 2021-22 school year ELA tests?
In the 2021-22 school year, 52.2% of Roselle School District 12 students passed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.
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$10,961 in DuPage Water Commission Sales Tax collected in October for DuPage County
In October, DuPage County saw an increase in DuPage Water Commission Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.
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New Laws Taking Effect in 2024
In 2024, Illinois will experience the implementation of more than 300 new laws. These laws cover a wide range of topics and aim to address various issues in the state. Here are some notable new laws that will take effect:One of the new laws, Public Act 103-119, House Bill 1156, introduced by Rep. Meier, focuses on increasing awareness of the Illinois Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program. This law requires long-term care facilities to prominently display information about the program on their websites.Another law, Public Act 103-124, House Bill 1434, proposed by Rep....
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Changes Ahead for Metra Riders: New Fares and Ticket Window Closures
HANOVER PARK, IL – Starting February 1, 2024, Metra riders can expect significant changes to the ticketing and fare structure. State Representative Jennifer Sanalitro has announced these updates, which include new fare pricing, the closure of ticket windows, and a shift towards digital and vending machine ticketing.Representative Sanalitro emphasizes that these changes are aimed at modernizing Metra's services and making public transportation more accessible and user-friendly for residents. In an effort to inform the public, she states, "It's important for everyone in...
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New Laws for 2024: Illinois Implements Over 300 New Regulations
In a bid to improve various aspects of life for Illinois residents, more than 300 new laws are set to take effect in 2024. The legislation covers a wide range of issues, from healthcare and education to veterans' rights and criminal justice. Let's take a closer look at some of the notable new laws that will be implemented this year.One of the new laws, Public Act 103-119, House Bill 1156, aims to increase awareness of the Illinois Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program. Representative Meier, the sponsor of the bill, explains, "This law requires long-term care facilities to...
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Illinois Population Declines Again
Illinois continues to experience a decline in its population, with people leaving the state due to high taxes and unfavorable policies. However, there is hope on the horizon as lawmakers are determined to restore affordability and safety to Illinois.According to a report from WGNTV, Illinois ranks among the top states for outbound movers in 2023. This exodus can be attributed to the burden of high taxes and the impact of unfavorable policies on residents. Many individuals and families have made the difficult decision to leave the state in search of better opportunities...
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DuPage County collects $5.7 million in County Share of RTA Sales Tax in October
In October, DuPage County saw a decrease in County Share of RTA Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.
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Which former DuPage County area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Aug. 28?
These former DuPage County area high school standouts' college teams will be in action in the week starting Mon Aug. 28.
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Which former DuPage County area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Aug. 28?
These former DuPage County area high school standouts' college teams will be in action in the week starting Mon Aug. 28.