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DuPage County Stormwater Management Committee met March 3
DuPage County Stormwater Management Committee met Tuesday, March 3
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Pre-trial release denied for two men charged in Bensenville gas station robbery
Two Chicago men have been denied pre-trial release after being charged with robbing a Bensenville gas station at gunpoint and leading police on a high-speed chase. Officials detail multiple felony charges against both suspects following coordinated efforts by area law enforcement agencies.
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Judge denies pre-trial release for Oak Forest man accused in wife's death
A judge denied pre-trial release for Brian Hernandez following charges related to his estranged wife's death in DuPage County. Authorities say existing protective measures failed as they investigate further details surrounding this case.
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DuPage County Human Services Committee met March 3
DuPage County Human Services Committee met Tuesday, March 3
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DuPage County Judicial and Public Safety Committee met March 3
DuPage County Judicial and Public Safety Committee met Tuesday, March 3
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DuPage County Public Works Committee met March 3
DuPage County Public Works Committee met Tuesday, March 3
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DuPage County Environmental Committee met March 3
DuPage County Environmental Committee met 8:30 a.m. Tuesday, March 3
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Judge denies pre-trial release for Glendale Heights man accused of DUI and fleeing police
A judge has denied pre-trial release for Dillon Burgett following allegations he drove under the influence while fleeing from police on his moped through Bloomingdale highways before crashing into another vehicle. Authorities stress public safety risks tied with such incidents as they continue efforts against impaired driving.
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Juvenile to remain detained after Elmhurst police chase and firearm charges
A Mount Prospect teenager faces detention after being charged with fleeing police while possessing an illegal firearm following an incident in Elmhurst. Authorities detailed allegations involving reckless driving leading to injury as well as discovery of a 'ghost gun.' The next court date is set for April.
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Addison man charged with DUI while driving with toddler in vehicle, court denies detention request
A DuPage County judge denied detention for an Addison man charged with aggravated DUI while driving with his toddler present. Authorities say Alexis Lara was already on probation for prior offenses when he was arrested following reports from Elmhurst police.
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Sixteen-year-old detained after alleged gun incident involving mother and children in Addison
A sixteen-year-old boy from Addison has been detained after allegedly pointing an armed handgun at several people outside their home while already on probation. Authorities say officers found him with an illegal firearm featuring both high-capacity ammunition storage and targeting equipment.
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Former Goodrich Elementary PTO treasurer charged with theft of over $13,000
Amanda Piasecki faces charges alleging she stole over $13,000 from Goodrich Elementary's Parent Teacher Organization while serving as its treasurer. Authorities credit cooperation from school officials in uncovering suspected misuse of funds meant for students.
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DuPage County Zoning Board of Appeals met April 2
DuPage County Zoning Board of Appeals met Thursday, April 2
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DuPage County ETSB - Policy Advisory Committee met April 6
DuPage County ETSB - Policy Advisory Committee met Monday, April 6
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Four charged with aggravated fleeing and eluding to be detained before trial in DuPage County
Four people accused of aggravated fleeing from police will remain detained before trial following recent arrests across DuPage County. Officials cite rising rates for such offenses as cause for heightened enforcement efforts. Local education data provides further insight into community trends.