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Friday, October 17, 2025

DuPage Policy Journal News

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Latin Kings member arrested for placing hit on U.S. Border Patrol chief

By DuPage Policy Journal | Oct 8, 2025

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced the arrest of a member of the Latin Kings gang in Illinois.

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Copy: Rep. Krishnamoorthi votes against House resolution to honor the life of Charlie Kirk

By DuPage Policy Journal | Sep 28, 2025

Rep. Quigley votes against House resolution to honor the life of Charlie Kirk

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House candidate Trussell on Chicago schools: 'Cut waste before demanding more of our money'

By DuPage Policy Journal | Sep 2, 2025

Stephanie Trussell, a candidate for the Illinois House of Representatives District 42, has called for Chicago schools to address inefficiencies and low enrollment before seeking additional taxpayer funding.

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Kannyn Boyd earns AVCA National Player honors after leading Titans’ strong start

By DuPage Policy Journal | Sep 2, 2025

Senior Kannyn Boyd of Illinois Wesleyan University's women's volleyball team has been named the American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) National Player of the Week.

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North Park and Illinois Wesleyan players receive CCIW women’s volleyball weekly honors

By DuPage Policy Journal | Sep 2, 2025

North Park University and Illinois Wesleyan University athletes have been recognized by the College Conference of Illinois & Wisconsin (CCIW) for their performances in women's volleyball matches played August 29-30.

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Senator Seth Lewis announces disability resource fair and highlights recent legislative achievements

By DuPage Policy Journal | Sep 2, 2025

Senator Seth Lewis has announced a new resource and job placement expo aimed at supporting individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities (IDD) in Illinois’ 24th District.

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Elmhurst athletes receive weekly CCIW honors after successful soccer weekend

By DuPage Policy Journal | Sep 2, 2025

Elmhurst University’s women’s soccer team began its season with two victories, highlighted by strong performances from Kelli Coughlin and Nora Simon.

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Illinois Wesleyan rises to No.16; Millikin ranks No.17 in latest AVCA volleyball poll

By DuPage Policy Journal | Sep 2, 2025

Illinois Wesleyan University has climbed to #16 in the latest American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA)/TARAFLEX Division III poll, released Tuesday.

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Wheaton and North Park athletes earn CCIW men’s soccer weekly honors

By DuPage Policy Journal | Sep 2, 2025

The College Conference of Illinois & Wisconsin (CCIW) has named Luke Vander Kolk of Wheaton and Kevin Perez of North Park as the Men’s Soccer Student-Athletes of the Week.

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H-1B approvals for employers classified under Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation industry across DuPage Policy Journal publication area in 2024

By DuPage Policy Journal | Sep 2, 2025

In 2024, 100% of H-1B petitions filed by Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation employers across DuPage Policy Journal publication area were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Prairie State sales taxes: Downers Grove residents paid 36th-largest sum per municipality in 2024

By DuPage Policy Journal | Aug 31, 2025

Downers Grove residents paid just over $24.8 million in sales taxes, the 36th highest total paid per municipality in 2024.

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Villa Park residents rank 89th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in Illinois for 2024

By DuPage Policy Journal | Aug 30, 2025

Villa Park residents paid approximately $11.7 million in sales taxes, ranking 89th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in 2024.

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DuPage Sheriff candidate Noonan: 'We’ll back our deputies and put criminals where they belong, behind bars'

By DuPage Policy Journal | Aug 29, 2025

Sean Noonan, a Western Springs Patrol sergeant and candidate for DuPage County sheriff, expressed concerns about the leniency of Cook County prosecutors.

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Glendale Heights ranks 62nd in total sales taxes paid per municipality in Illinois for 2024

By DuPage Policy Journal | Aug 29, 2025

Glendale Heights residents paid just over $16.2 million in sales taxes, ranking 62nd in total sales taxes paid per municipality in 2024.

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Addison residents paid 21st-largest sum in sales taxes per municipality in Illinois during 2024

By DuPage Policy Journal | Aug 28, 2025

Addison residents paid just over $29.1 million in sales taxes, the 21st highest total paid per municipality in 2024.

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New baseball and softball coaches announced by CCIW member schools

By DuPage Policy Journal | Aug 28, 2025

New head coaches have been appointed in the College Conference of Illinois & Wisconsin (CCIW) for the upcoming spring 2026 season.

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CCIW institutions introduce new coaches in swimming & diving and women’s wrestling

By DuPage Policy Journal | Aug 27, 2025

Institutions within the College Conference of Illinois & Wisconsin (CCIW) have announced several new head coaching appointments for winter sports ahead of the 2025 season.

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DuPage Sheriff candidate: 'Governor Pritzker’s so-called ‘SAFE-T Act’ has already tied the hands of law enforcement'

By DuPage Policy Journal | Aug 27, 2025

Sean Noonan, a candidate for DuPage County sheriff, has criticized Illinois' SAFE-T Act, stating that it prioritizes criminals over community safety.

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Founder of League of American Workers: 'Cashless bail is a conveyor belt for chaos'

By DuPage Policy Journal | Aug 27, 2025

Steve Cortes, founder of the League of American Workers, said that President Trump's opposition to cashless bail and reductions in federal support for states with lenient bail and crime policies reflect a return to safety and responsibility.

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Rep. Sanalitro hosts roundtable with police and fire officials in 48th District

By DuPage Policy Journal | Aug 27, 2025

State Representative Jennifer Sanalitro (R-Hanover Park) recently convened a Police and Fire Roundtable in DuPage County to discuss public safety priorities with local leaders from the 48th District.