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Rep. Amy L. Grant casts 47 votes in Illinois House on May 31, 2026
Rep. Amy L. Grant (R-47th) participated in 47 floor votes in the Illinois House on Sunday, May 31, 2026.
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Sen. Linda Holmes supports HB4377 to end time limits, work mandates for housing aid
On May 31, 2026, Sen. Linda Holmes (D-42nd) voted Yes on HB4377, which eliminates time limits and work requirements for housing assistance. The bill passed the Illinois Senate by a 35-19 margin.
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DuPage County hosts Local Government Meeting today
DuPage County Local Government Meeting today.
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Construction begins on North Central College Riverwalk Park in Naperville
Construction has begun on the North Central College Riverwalk Park in Naperville, with completion expected by October. The project is a collaboration between the City of Naperville, North Central College, and the Naperville Park District, aiming to enhance accessibility and community space along the Riverwalk.
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Ives: Evanston reparations “didn’t actually require any black resident to prove they descended from a slave”
Former Illinois representative Jeanne Ives said Evanston, Illinois’ reparations program is not requiring proof of descent from enslaved people and instead distributes housing-related cash grants to Black residents tied to a historical residency window.
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Construction begins on North Central College Riverwalk Park in Naperville
Construction has started on North Central College Riverwalk Park in Naperville, aiming to connect the Riverwalk, downtown, and the college campus. The $2.1 million project is funded by the State of Illinois and the City of Naperville, with completion expected in late October.
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Aurora to hold ribbon cutting for RiverEdge Park after $16 million renovation
Aurora celebrate the reopening of RiverEdge Park with a ribbon cutting and open house on June 18. The event follows $16 million in renovations and will kick off the park’s summer concert season. Attendees can tour new facilities and enjoy upcoming performances and community events.
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Government events in DuPage County scheduled for June 21-27
In DuPage County, the following events are scheduled for this week.
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DuPage County Board considers formal resolution opposing BUILD Act: ‘Municipalities should have full control’
District 3 DuPage County Board member Kari Galassi is actively considering a resolution opposing the controversial Building Up Illinois Developments (BUILD) Act.
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Oak Brook Medicaid payments for Enteral and Parenteral Therapy climb to $443,397 in 2024
Medicaid spending for Enteral and Parenteral Therapy surged by 82.1% in Oak Brook in 2024, highlighting shifts in health care service use and reimbursement.
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Medical and surgical supplies Medicaid payments in Carol Stream reach $88,773 in 2024
Carol Stream Medicaid providers billed $88,773 for Medical and Surgical Supplies services in 2024, marking a 4.1% increase from the prior year.
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Glen Ellyn Medicaid payments for alcohol and drug treatment rise to $22,572 in 2024
Medicaid payments associated with Alcohol and Drug Abuse Treatment services climbed 23.6% to reach $22,572 in Glen Ellyn for 2024, signaling shifts in usage and payment structures.
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Oakbrook Terrace Medicaid Evaluation and Management payments climb to $34,245 in 2024
Medicaid spending associated with Evaluation and Management services surged by 268.9% in Oakbrook Terrace in 2024, signaling shifts in service usage and payment structures.
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Village of Woodridge shares Juneteenth message and announces summer events and updates
The Village of Woodridge marked Juneteenth with a message of reflection and unity. The weekly update also detailed summer events, recent recognitions, and community news, including the upcoming Woodridge Jubilee and a remembrance for a local student.
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Rep. Amy Grant to present memorial highway resolution honoring Staff Sgt. Robert J. Miller
State Representative Amy Grant will present a resolution naming part of Illinois Route 38 after Staff Sgt. Robert J. Miller during an upcoming ceremony on June 30th in Wheaton. The event honors Miller's sacrifice as a Medal of Honor recipient from Wheaton who died serving in Afghanistan.