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Sunday, September 14, 2025

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Prairie State Taxes: Carol Stream residents rank 59th in total sales taxes paid per muncipality for July

By C. F. Donald | Sep 13, 2025

Carol Stream residents paid approximately $1.7 million in sales taxes, ranking 59th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in July.

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Prairie State Taxes: West Chicago residents rank 93rd in total sales taxes paid per muncipality for July

By C. F. Donald | Sep 13, 2025

West Chicago residents paid just over $1.1 million in sales taxes, ranking 93rd in total sales taxes paid per municipality in July.

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Illinois DOGE Deep Dive: Evangelical Child and Family Agency

By C. H. Benoit | Sep 13, 2025

Evangelical Child and Family Agency, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive a $100,000 grant in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698).

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DuPage GOP chair Coyne on Pritzker’s rhetoric after Charlie Kirk assassination: ‘They demonize those they don’t agree with’

By DuPage Policy Journal Reports | Sep 12, 2025

Kevin Coyne, DuPage County GOP chair, blamed divisive political rhetoric for the assassination of Charlie Kirk, calling it part of a pattern of escalating violence.

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House candidate Gupta: Sanctuary city policies incentivize 'unchecked illegal migration'

By Y. S. Wenger | Sep 12, 2025

Ajay Gupta, a candidate for Illinois House District 41, expressed concerns over sanctuary city policies, stating they undermine immigration enforcement, incentivize illegal migration, and place burdens on local resources and safety.

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House candidate Gupta: 'Job growth in my district would be best achieved by slashing taxes and regulations'

By E. W. Schmidt | Sep 12, 2025

Ajay Gupta, a candidate for Illinois House District 41, has expressed his belief that reducing taxes and regulations would stimulate entrepreneurship.

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Bartlett ranks 98th in total sales taxes paid per muncipality in Illinois during July

By C. F. Donald | Sep 12, 2025

Bartlett residents paid just under $1.1 million in sales taxes, ranking 98th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in July.

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Lombard responsible for 35th-highest sales tax revenue per muncipality in Illinois during July

By C. F. Donald | Sep 12, 2025

Lombard residents paid approximately $2.4 million in sales taxes, the 35th highest total paid per municipality in July.

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CCIW women's soccer teams begin season strong behind offense and defense

By L. L. Lin | Sep 12, 2025

The 2025 College Conference of Wisconsin and Illinois (CCIW) women’s soccer season has started with strong offensive performances, solid defensive efforts, and several standout individual contributions across the league.

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North Park rises to No.8 as CCIW men’s soccer teams begin fast-paced season

By L. J. Cummings | Sep 12, 2025

The 2025 College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW) men’s soccer season is underway, with North Park University gaining national attention by ranking eighth in the latest NCAA Division III men's soccer poll released by United Soccer Coaches.

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State-funded Nonprofit Spotlight: Community Housing Advocacy & Development

By C. H. Benoit | Sep 12, 2025

Community Housing Advocacy & Development, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive a $15,000 grant in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698).

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Rep. Amy Grant and Sen. Seth Lewis organize Wheaton community blood drive

By A. A. Lackey | Sep 12, 2025

State Representative Amy Grant (R-Wheaton) and State Senator Seth Lewis (R-Bartlett) are organizing a Community Blood Drive in Wheaton.

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DuPage County responsible for 2nd-highest sales tax revenue in Illinois during July

By C. H. Benoit | Sep 12, 2025

DuPage County residents paid just over $16.5 million in sales taxes, the second highest total paid per county in July.

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House candidate Mendoza: 'I do care deeply about fairness, freedom, and understanding all perspectives'

By Y. S. Wenger | Sep 11, 2025

Pedro Mendoza, a candidate for Illinois House District 46, outlined his priorities in an interview, emphasizing fairness, transparency, empowering parents, job creation, and stronger local government planning.

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House candidate Gupta on fiscal policy: 'I fully understand the urgency of restoring fiscal sanity to Illinois'

By Y. S. Wenger | Sep 11, 2025

Ajay Gupta, a candidate for Illinois House District 41, has emphasized the need for fiscal restraint, pension reform, and competitive tax policies to address the state's high taxes and population loss.

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Woodridge ranks 66th in total sales taxes paid per muncipality in Illinois during July

By C. F. Donald | Sep 11, 2025

Woodridge residents paid approximately $1.5 million in sales taxes, ranking 66th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in July.

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House candidate Mendoza: 'I am running because I believe our community deserves leadership that listens'

By A. S. Dejesus | Sep 11, 2025

Pedro Mendoza, a candidate for Illinois House District 46, has expressed his motivation by faith and community needs, pledging leadership focused on financial planning, infrastructure, and public safety.

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Naperville responsible for 4th-highest sales tax revenue per muncipality in Illinois during July

By C. F. Donald | Sep 11, 2025

Naperville residents paid just over $6.9 million in sales taxes, the fourth highest total paid per municipality in July.

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Illinois Wesleyan rises to No.14 as CCIW volleyball teams post historic starts

By L. L. Lin | Sep 11, 2025

Illinois Wesleyan University’s women’s volleyball team has climbed to 14th in the latest American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA)/TARAFLEX national poll, marking its best start in program history with a 7-0 record.

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Entertainment events this weekend in DuPage County: Friday, Sept. 12 - Sunday, Sept. 14

By H. A. Martinez | Sep 11, 2025

Don't miss out on these entertainment events happening in DuPage County this weekend.