Dupage Policy Journal

State Representative Nicole La Ha Zwiercan addressed the death of Hersh Goldberg-Polin in a Facebook post on September 4. "Just one month ago, the parents of Hersh Goldberg Polin, an American citizen, spoke from a podium in Chicago pleading for the release of their son," she said.

Court denies pre-trial release for school bus driver accused in DUI incident

DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin and Lombard Chief of Police Tom Wirsing announced today that Judge Joshua Dieden granted the State’s motion to deny pre-trial release for a Naperville woman accused of crashing a school bus that transports special needs children. Lauren Williams, 34, of the 4S700 block of Innisbrook Drive, appeared at First Appearance Court this morning charged with one count of Aggravated DUI – School Bus Driver (Class 4 Felony) and one count of Driving too Fast for Conditions or Failure to Reduce Speed to Avoid an Accident.

State Representative Amy Grant: 'According to the USDA, the Illinois corn crop is maturing ahead of pace'

State Representative Amy Grant shared information about the progress of the state's corn crop, saying, "This is your reminder that Illinois farmers feed our families so please keep wishing them a safe and bountiful harvest season this year," in a Sept. 4 Facebook post.

Naperville residents paid 3rd-largest sum in sales taxes in Illinois during June

Naperville residents paid $6.1 million in sales taxes, the third highest total paid per municipality in June.

Prairie State taxes: Woodridge residents rank 95th in total sales taxes paid for June

Woodridge residents paid $957,216 in sales taxes, ranking 95th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in June.

Rep. Grant earns perfect score on TMA legislative scorecard

State Representative Amy Grant (R-Wheaton) has received a perfect score on the 2023 Technology & Manufacturing Association (TMA) Legislative Scorecard. The scorecard recognizes Illinois legislators who voted 100% in line with TMA’s positions on key pieces of legislation that directly impact small and midsize manufacturers across the state.

Lewis and Grant organize senior expo in Wheaton

State Senator Seth Lewis (R-Bartlett) and State Representative Amy Grant (R-Wheaton) are partnering with numerous agencies to host a Senior Expo on Tuesday, September 10 in Wheaton. The event, which will be held at the Wheaton Community Center from 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon, is free of charge and will include refreshments.

Rep. Sanalitro earns perfect voting record supporting Illinois manufacturers

State Representative Jennifer Sanalitro (R-Hanover Park) has been recognized for her commitment to Illinois’ manufacturing sector by achieving a perfect score on the 2023 Technology & Manufacturing Association’s (TMA) Legislative Scorecard. The scorecard highlights lawmakers who have voted in full alignment with TMA’s positions on key legislation impacting small and midsize manufacturers in Illinois.

Family & kids events this week in DuPage County: Sept. 8-14

Don't miss out on these family & kids events happening in DuPage County this week.

Entertainment event this week in DuPage County: Sept. 8-14

Don't miss out on this entertainment event happening in DuPage County this week.

Religious meetings this week in DuPage County: Sept. 8-14

The following religious meetings are scheduled to happen in DuPage County this week.

West Chicago ranks 83rd in total sales taxes paid in Illinois during June

West Chicago residents paid $1.1 million in sales taxes, ranking 83rd in total sales taxes paid per municipality in June.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within DuPage County in week ending Aug. 31?

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout DuPage County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 31, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Which former DuPage Policy Journal area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Sept. 9?

These former DuPage Policy Journal area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Sept. 9.

Home sales in DuPage County during week ending Aug. 31

There were 31 reported residential sales in DuPage County in the week ending Aug. 31, according to BlockShopper.com.

Westmont residents rank 72nd in total sales taxes paid in Illinois for June

Westmont residents paid $1.2 million in sales taxes, ranking 72nd in total sales taxes paid per municipality in June.

DuPage County residents pay $561,934 in County Sales Tax in June

In June, DuPage County saw an increase in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on E15 gas in cities in DuPage County in week ending Aug. 31?