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Hinsdale, Clarendon Hills each get 'D' Grades in pension impact study

By Sam Jackson | Apr 19, 2023

A recent assessment by Wirepoints on the negative financial impact caused by local pensions gave Hinsdale and Clarendon Hills both a 'D' based on the effect on Illinois' 175 largest cities from 2003-19.

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Marianetti says she is 'proud of the people and performers' York speech team are

By Sam Jackson | Apr 4, 2023

The Elmhurst City Council welcomed members of the York Community High School speech & drama team to celebrate its victory in the Illinois High School Association Speech State Finals in February.

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Jensen: 'With the new sidewalks, children will be able to walk or ride to school safely'

By Sam Jackson | Apr 4, 2023

The Elmhurst City Council discussed the city's long-term issues with sidewalks during the board's meeting on March 20.

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Elmhursts' Jensen on Explore Elmhurst Trolley program: I hope to 'see an expanded route during Rock the Block and the Holly Trolley'

By Sam Jackson | Mar 17, 2023

At its March 6 meeting, the Elmhurst City Council discussed the future and possible expansion of the city's Explore Elmhurst Trolley program.

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Carol Stream board honors fallen officer Stafiej: 'He was a lot more than just a police officer'

By Sam Jackson | Mar 9, 2023

During the its meeting on Feb. 21, the Carol Stream Village Board recognized some changes in the village police department.

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Illinois Sheriffs' Association's Kaitschuk: 'Many sheriffs across the state indicated their concern' about Prtizker's gun-ban bill

By Sam Jackson | Mar 7, 2023

Jim Kaitschuk, executive director of the ISA, said the organization is concerned about a bill signed by Gov. JB Pritzker banning most assault-style rifles.

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Pritzker says state 'saved a lot of lives' with COVID policies

By Sam Jackson | Mar 7, 2023

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker defended his initial handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, saying that vaccines have worked despite doubts by Dr. Anthony Faucci on their effectiveness.

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Pritzker says he'll be 'listening and watching' Chicago mayoral race

By Sam Jackson | Mar 7, 2023

Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker said he isn't endorsing anyone in the April 4 general election for mayor of Chicago, at least not yet.

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Jammie Esker Schaer running for District 205 school board because 'children are my motivation'

By Sam Jackson | Feb 28, 2023

Jammie Esker Schaer says she decided to run for the Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205 board because she wants to make the board more transparent for the sake of the students.

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Mendrick to enforce 'all state and local laws' after controversial comments about weapons ban

By Sam Jackson | Feb 15, 2023

DuPage County Sheriff James Mendrick said he will enforce “all state and local laws” in the wake of controversy that stemmed from his earlier promise not to enforce Illinois' new assault weapons ban.

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Oakbrook Terrace board member Manzo: Red-light cameras 'have always been about the money'

By Sam Jackson | Feb 13, 2023

Oakbrook Terrace officials continue to haul in revenue from a red-light camera at 22nd Street and Route 83, despite complaints from residents, a lawsuit, and orders from the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) to take it down.

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Former gubernatorial candidate Ives calls Sanders 'total disaster' as Pritzker's choice for education superintendent

By Sam Jackson | Feb 12, 2023

Former Republican gubernatorial candidate Jeanne Ives has called the choice of Tony Sanders as the new Illinois State Board of Education superintendent another "failed Superintendent choice" by Gov. JB Pritzker.

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Stoller: 'The purpose of being here today is to get to know Rochelle'

By Sam Jackson | Feb 12, 2023

Sen. Win Stoller (R-Peoria) recently visited Rochelle for the first time since redistricting made the Hub City region a part of part of the 37th District. Stoller said he wanted to make connections there.

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Former legislator Mazzochi: Pritzker ignoring obligation to protect 'vulnerable kids in Illinois' DCFS

By Sam Jackson | Feb 11, 2023

Former Illinois state Rep. Deanne Mazzochi said Gov. JB Pritzker is ignoring his duties in the wake of a federal lawsuit that alleges officials of the DCFS wrongfully leave children in detention centers.

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Westmont CUSD 201 board of education candidate: 'I want to be a voice for the kids'

By Sam Jackson | Feb 9, 2023

Jim Liceaga says he's running for a seat on the Westmont Community School District 201 board because he wants to keep academic standards high, help schools access the funding they need and believes that he can get results.

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Penn French, Chair of Historical Preservation Commission, says Ludowici company 'can trace its roots back 400 years to Rome'

By Sam Jackson | Feb 6, 2023

The Village Board of Glen Ellyn discussed the preservation of a historic home during its meeting on Jan. 23 after hearing comments from the head of the village's historic preservation committee.

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Caforio: 'Significant school consequences were issued to the students involved' in bullying

By Sam Jackson | Dec 24, 2022

The Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205 during its Dec. 13 meeting addressed a video posted on social media.

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Elmhurst District 205 voted on 2022 property tax levy: 'We provide a great value to the Elmhurst community'

By Sam Jackson | Dec 22, 2022

The Elmhurst District 205 School Board voted to accept the final version of the district's 2022 property tax levy during a hearing Dec. 13.

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Elmhurst District 205 School Board honors athletics programs: 'Thank you from the bottom of my heart'

By Sam Jackson | Dec 22, 2022

The Elmhurst District 205 School Board honored several students for their achievements during a meeting on Dec. 13.

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Andrews: 'This is one of our favorite nights' as DuPage High School board honors student achievements

By Sam Jackson | Dec 21, 2022

The DuPage High School Board of Education recognized students who received state honors for their academic achievement during the board's Dec. 12 meeting.