Dupage Policy Journal

Financial pro says Illinois following Puerto Rico's footsteps financially

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Jun 1, 2017

Illinois appears to be heading south in more ways than one, a financial expert said on a Chicago-based radio show recently.

Bankruptcy bounces around as backup plan

By Cheyenne Dickerson | May 2, 2017

After two years without a budget and a failed attempt to compromise on a "grand bargain," some in Illinois are asking whether bankruptcy is a viable way out of the state's financial morass.

Glen Ellyn homeowners urged to give themselves a break

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Apr 3, 2017

Glen Ellyn residents who want to see their property taxes get lower rather than higher should vote down the Glen Ellyn School District 41 referendum on Tuesday, a taxpayer advocacy group says.

Wheaton candidate says referendum asking too much

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Apr 3, 2017

Harold Lonks, a candidate for Wheaton Warrenville Community Unified School District 200, has voiced his opposition to a $132.5 million referendum that would update school facilities.

Incumbent school board member to vote for charter school initiative

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Mar 30, 2017

Cody Holt, an incumbent Elgin District U-46 school board member who is seeking re-election in April, recently said he supports a proposed charter school to advance math and science education in Elgin that would open in the 2017-18 academic year if the school board approves it.

Ex-Wheaton resident opposes referendum -- from Indiana

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Mar 29, 2017

Former Wheaton resident encourages community members to oppose the $228 million school board referendum

Term limits, tollway emerge as issues in Hinsdale president's race

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Mar 20, 2017

Hinsdale Village Trustee Laura LaPlaca said she supports term limits, open conversation and change in the community in her bid to defeat Village President Thomas Cauley Jr., who is seeking a third term in April 4 election.

Downers Grove assessor hopeful would forego pension

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Mar 20, 2017

Greg Boltz suggests it would be hypocritical to accept a taxpayer-funded pension if he's elected as assessor of Downers Grove Township.

Olsen looks forward to next legislative session

By Cheyenne Dickerson | Nov 14, 2016

While Nov. 8 was a highly energetic time for the U.S. presidential race, it was also an anticipated time for state government as citizens elected new officials. In Illinois, Republican David Olsen of Downers Grove was elected to the 81st District House seat.