Dupage Policy Journal

The Illinois House introduced House Bill HB1454 on Jan. 21, with Amy L. Grant as the lead sponsor.

Cities in DuPage County recorded 1 less lawyer practicing law in December 2024

There was one less active legal license in cities within DuPage County in December 2024 compared to the previous month.

Sean Casten introduces bills targeting emission reduction

In a series of tweets dated January 21-22, Rep. Sean Casten discussed new legislation targeting emission reductions and initiatives supporting veterans ahead of Valentine's Day while highlighting constituent services offered by his office

Bill Foster discusses WHO impact and climate crisis on social media

Congressman Bill Foster voiced his concerns over recent policy decisions impacting public health and climate change through tweets dated January 22, 2025.

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Which former DuPage Policy Journal area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, Jan. 25?

These former DuPage Policy Journal area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, Jan. 25.

Test expectations: How many students met or exceeded ELA IAR expectations in Villa Park School District 45 in 2022-23 school year?

In the 2022-23 school year, 30.9% of the students in Villa Park School District 45 passed the ELA portion of the IAR, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

How many students from Community High School District 94 graduated in 2022-23 school year?

The graduation rate in Community High School District 94 fell to 86.1% in the 2022-23 school year compared to the year before.

3 companies in cities within Will County received three inspections in Q4 2024

There were three companies in cities associated with Will County that received three FDA inspections in the fourth quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

Childcare costs make Illinois 18th most expensive state for raising children

An analysis conducted by Consumer Affairs has determined that raising a child in Illinois incurs an annual cost of approximately $16,843.

Four Venezuelan migrants detained pre-trial for alleged robbery at Oak Brook Sunglass Hut

DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin and Oak Brook Chief of Police Brian Strockis announced that a judge has approved the detention of four men accused of stealing nearly $5,000 in merchandise from an Oak Brook Sunglass Hut.

Child vs dog: Cost comparison in Illinois and nationwide

An analysis conducted by Consumer Affairs reveals that raising a child in Illinois incurs an annual cost of approximately $16,843.

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Which former DuPage Policy Journal area high school standouts will be in action on Friday, Jan. 24?

These former DuPage Policy Journal area high school standouts will be in action on Friday, Jan. 24.

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EDA awards over $3 million in grants for economic development projects in DuPage County in 2023

In 2023, the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) awarded a total of $3,601,913 in grants for economic development projects in DuPage County, Illinois.

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The matchups are set for the 2025 season for the Wheaton Thunder Women's Softball team

Wheaton Thunder bring six players to the field.

Number of Fenton Community High School District 100 students graduating falls in 2022-23 school year

The graduation rate in Fenton Community High School District 100 fell to 87.4% in the 2022-23 school year compared to the year before.

Medinah School District 11: How many students met or exceeded expectations in Math in 2022-23 school year?

In the 2022-23 school year, 31.7% of the students in Medinah School District 11 passed the Math portion of the IAR, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Rep. Sanalitro congratulates Trump on becoming 47th U.S. president

State Representative Jennifer Sanalitro has extended her congratulations to Donald J. Trump upon his inauguration as the 47th President of the United States.

Martin Luther King Jr. Day emphasizes continuing Dr. King's work for equality