Dupage Policy Journal

Lisa Bishop, Robert Schaefer and Michael Jones have been elected to the Maercker School District 60 board of education, with Bishop and Schaefer both getting 25.47% of the vote, followed by Jones with 25.31%.

Wehrli elected next Naperville mayor: 'We need less party politics & more locally-focused solutions'

Scott Wehrli is set to become the next mayor of Naperville after defeating councilman Benny White in the April 4 election.

State Rep. Grant: 'Parents should be fully notified about what their children are being taught in schools'

State Rep. Amy Grant (R-Wheaton) is among a growing group of Republican lawmakers openly expressing their opposition to a bill that would prohibit libraries from banning books under certain circumstances.

Councilwoman of Naperville City Council: 'I do support the project'

Jennifer Bruzan Taylor , Councilwoman of Naperville City Council , Naperville City Council said The Naperville City Council has approved a $13.4 million sales tax incentive for the Heritage Square Shopping Center redevelopment project. on Apr 3rd.

Bennett: Bill makes 'it easier for retired teachers to step back in to classrooms'

State Sen. Tom Bennett (R-Gibson City) is pushing legislation that would ease the state's teacher shortage by making it easier for retired teachers to go back to work.

Bennett: 'This is about supporting our veterans who keep us safe through their service'

By DuPage Policy Journal Report | Apr 4, 2023

Tom Bennett , State Senator of Illinois Senate , Illinois Senate said GOP state Sen. Tom Bennett has is celebrating the passage of legislation he proposed that's designed to help families of veterans with their property taxes on Mar 29th.

Hinsdale 86 & Indian Prairie 204: Illinois education system is characterized by low performance, elevated taxes and minimal accountability.

By DuPage Policy Journal Report | Apr 4, 2023

The Illinois education system is characterized by low performance, elevated taxes and minimal accountability, according to data focusing on individual school district statistics.

Cabello: 'By lowering the drinking age, we are acknowledging their maturity and ability to make responsible decisions'

By DuPage Policy Journal Report | Apr 4, 2023

Rep. John Cabello (R-Freeport) is sponsoring legislation that would lower the legal age for possessing, consuming, and manufacturing alcohol from 21 to 18 years old.

Downers Grove HR chief Bergholtz: 'Some staff are not able to have the same FTE they have this year'

By DuPage Policy Journal Report | Apr 3, 2023

The Downers Grove School District Board of Education discussed changes made to staffing levels for the 2023-24 school year at its March 20 meeting.

Fenton assistant superintendent on Special Olympics championship win: 'The fieldhouse was electric. The fan support was unbelievable'

By DuPage Policy Journal Report | Apr 2, 2023

Fenton High School District 100 recently took the opportunity to recognize some of its students for their outstanding achievements.

Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205 board candidate on Pritzker involvement in contests: 'This election is supposed to be local'

With school board races across the state generating widespread attention, Gov. J.B.

Sohmer condemns donation from Gov. Pritzker into School District 200 board of education race 'a new low in Illinois politics'

David Sohmer , Wheaton Warrenville Unit School District 200 school board candidate of State of Illinois , State of Illinois said David Sohmer is blasting the infusion of new cash in local school board races as a new low for democrats. on Mar 27th.

Evans on Trump indictment: ‘It is a politically motivated & corrupt abuse of power’

Former congressional candidate Jerry Evans is beating back against the indictment of former president Donald Trump.

STEP instructor thanks Bolingbrook community for its support: 'How lucky we are'

Bolingbrook village leaders are doing their part to promote understanding, acceptance and appreciation for all learning and ability difference with an official proclamation that declared March 14-28 Ability Awareness Week.

Superintendent Thiele: 'Overall, we've seen a decline in world languages over the years'

The Downers Grove School District Board of Education examined its curriculum and class sections for the 2023-24 school year at its March 20 meeting.

City of Naperville: 'Living in Naperville offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes'

Naperville, IL has been declared the "No. 1 Best City to Raise a Family in America" by Niche on Mar. 21.

Addison School District board told of efforts to improve student attendance

At the March 22 meeting of the Addison School District 4 Board of Education, the board heard from assistant superintendent of student services Keri Karpman who discussed truancy and attendance rates in the district.

Fenton director of special ed: 'From the moment I walked in, it was obvious that we put students first'