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Enrollment at Medinah School District 11 rose from the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

State awards grants to aid 178 fire departments and EMS providers

State Representative Amy Grant has announced that the Illinois State Fire Marshal has allocated $4 million in Small Equipment Grants to 178 fire departments and EMS providers throughout Illinois. “This funding helps our local first responders get...

Small equipment grants awarded to Illinois fire departments and EMS services

State Representative Jennifer Sanalitro announced the beneficiaries of the 2024 Small Equipment Grant Program in partnership with the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal.

Grace Tumilty leads Division III in turnovers; CCIW teams ready for upcoming matches

Carroll University senior Grace Tumilty leads Division III in caused turnovers with 4.50 per game and ranks 14th in ground balls, averaging 4.75 per game.

Illinois teams rank, prepare for upcoming CCIW volleyball matches

The latest CCIW men's volleyball statistics report up to March 26 has been released.

Illinois authorities promote open-door policy for stakeholder engagement

Mar 27, 2025 SPRINGFIELD – An open-door policy for meetings with various stakeholders and constituents is emphasized by local authorities.

CIW conference highlights standout players and upcoming lacrosse matchups

Elmhurst University is set to compete against Colorado College on March 28th at 6:00 p.m. as part of an upcoming men's lacrosse schedule.

777 students enrolled at Cass School District 63 in 2023-24 school year

Enrollment at Cass School District 63 rose from the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Sean Casten discusses small business support and climate legislation

On March 26, 2025, Rep. Sean Casten highlighted various issues through his tweets including support for small businesses during his visit to Righteous Kitchen in Lombard and legislative efforts to curb carbon emissions with a new act targeting...

Top student-athletes named in CSC Academic All-District basketball team for 2024-25

College Sports Communicators (CSC) has unveiled the Academic All-District Women’s Basketball teams for the 2024-25 season.

23 CCIW players earn Academic All-District Honors in basketball

The College Conference of Illinois & Wisconsin (CCIW) proudly announced that 23 of its student-athletes have been named to the 2024-25 Academic All-District Men's Basketball Team.

North Central advances five spots in recent AVCA volleyball poll

North Central College has climbed five positions in the latest American Volleyball Coaches Association (AVCA) poll, securing the 14th spot, following a notable victory against Carthage.

Griffin Pohl named CCIW Men's Golf Student-Athlete of the Week for third time

After securing the final two College Conference of Illinois & Wisconsin (CCIW) Men’s Golf Student-Athlete of the Week awards in the fall, Griffin Pohl from Illinois Wesleyan continued his success into the spring season.

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Which former DuPage Policy Journal area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, March 29?

These former DuPage Policy Journal area high school standouts will be in action on Saturday, March 29.

Founder of Awake Illinois: Homeschool Act exploits children and is a 'radical anti-parent' bill

Shannon Adcock, founder of Awake Illinois, said she believes the Homeschool Act (HB 2827) is a "radical anti-parent" bill that exploits children in Illinois schools.

Drabik holding Save Our Suburbs Town Hall on March 27: ‘We are building a coalition of concerned citizens’

By DuPage Policy Journal Reports | Mar 25, 2025

Paul Drabik, candidate for Downers Grove Trustee, is holding a “Save Our Suburbs” town hall meeting Thursday, March 27, from 7-10 p.m. at the American Legion Post 80, located at 4000 Saratoga Avenue in Downers Grove.

Jeanne Ives: Champaign abortionist came to IL due to 'market opportunity' and 'taxpayer support'

Jeanne Ives, founder of Breakthrough Ideas, has commented on an abortion doctor involved in a malpractice lawsuit.

2023-24 school year sees 888 students enrolled at Wood Dale School District 7

Enrollment at Wood Dale School District 7 fell from the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Henshaw on Deerfield 109 trans student locker room scandal: ‘There is an explosion of cases of this type of mental illness’

By DuPage Policy Journal Reports | Mar 25, 2025

In the wake of a scandal at Deerfield 109 school district in which a group of girls was allegedly forced to disrobe in front of a trans boy, Margot Henshaw, the owner of Glen Ellyn-based The Prince's Table and Liberty Luxury, is calling the treatment of students suffering from gender dysphoria "completely inappropriate."

Congressman Bill Foster addresses key issues including equal pay and public transport