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News from February 2019

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Statewide test results: black students score 18.2 points lower at Maercker Elementary School

By Local Labs News Service | Feb 21, 2019

At Maercker Elementary School, a 18.2-point achievement gap persisted between black and hispanic students in 2018.

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Paul Oggerino donates $1,000 to Frank Trilla's election campaign

By DuPage Policy Journal | Feb 21, 2019

Paul Oggerino donated $1,000 to Independent Frank Trilla's election campaign committee, Citizens for Trilla, on Feb. 21, 2019, according to records obtained from the Illinois State Board of Elections (ISBE).

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2018 home sales: West Chicago price history

By Local Labs News Service | Feb 21, 2019

Historical home sales data show whether price appreciation has outpaced inflation and tax rates. BlockShopper.com has calculated cities' median sales prices for the past 10 years, adjusting for inflation.

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Statewide test results: low-income students score 28.8 points lower at Maercker Elementary School

By Local Labs News Service | Feb 21, 2019

At Maercker Elementary School, a 28.8-point achievement gap persisted between low-income and non-low-income students in 2018.

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Arbor View Elementary School scores 51.3% ELA proficiency, 44.2% on math in 2018

By Local Labs News Service | Feb 21, 2019

Of the 352 students attending Arbor View Elementary School in 2018, 51.3 percent scored proficient in English Language Arts and 44.2 percent were proficient in math, according to a report recently released by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE).

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Covert committee reports nearly $2K in contributions during fourth quarter

By Local Labs News Service | Feb 21, 2019

Supporters of Sadia Covert, a candidate committee, reported receiving $1,500 from Oct. 1 through Dec. 31, according to its fourth quarter report to the Illinois State Board of Elections.

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Statewide test results: white students score 27.2 points higher at Manor Hill Elementary School

By Local Labs News Service | Feb 21, 2019

At Manor Hill Elementary School, a 27.2-point achievement gap persisted between white and hispanic students in 2018.

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2018 home sales: Wayne price history

By Local Labs News Service | Feb 21, 2019

Historical home sales data show whether price appreciation has outpaced inflation and tax rates. BlockShopper.com has calculated cities' median sales prices for the past 10 years, adjusting for inflation.

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Statewide test results: white students score 35.2 points higher at Maercker Elementary School

By Local Labs News Service | Feb 21, 2019

At Maercker Elementary School, a 35.2-point achievement gap persisted between white and black students in 2018.

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Covert champions diversity and inclusion in DuPage County

By Carrie Bradon | Feb 20, 2019

Sadia Covert says she ran for the DuPage County Board at the request of a number of individuals.

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Mottl: Law’s resignation 'nail in the coffin' for Hinsdale referendum

By W.J. Kennedy | Feb 20, 2019

The resignation of Superintendent Bruce Law from Hinsdale D86 is the “nail in the coffin” for the district’s “wasteful, unfair and unaffordable referendum,” Zach Mottl, leader of a grassroots movement opposed to the board's upcoming $140 million bond issue, told the DuPage Policy Journal.

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Mayoral candidate Suess focusing on fiscal responsibility

By Glenn Minnis | Feb 20, 2019

Wheaton City Council member Phil Suess is being saluted by his supporters as the antithesis of fellow council member John Prendiville in their run to replace Mayor Michael Gresk, who is not seeking re-election.

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Greg Hart is committed to improving DuPage County

By Carrie Bradon | Feb 20, 2019

Greg Hart may be new to politics, but, he says, he is committed to making the DuPage community the best he can as a county board member.

Warrenville Planning Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals will meet February 21

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Feb 20, 2019

Warrenville Planning Commission and Zoning Board of Appeals will meet at 7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 21.

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Warrenville City Council met February 19

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Feb 20, 2019

Warrenville City Council met Tuesday, Feb. 19.

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City of Oakbrook Terrace Planning and Zoning Commission met February 19

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Feb 20, 2019

City of Oakbrook Terrace Planning and Zoning Commission met Tuesday, Feb. 19.

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City of Naperville Financial Advisory Board met February 18

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Feb 20, 2019

City of Naperville Financial Advisory Board met Monday, Feb. 18.

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City of Naperville City Council met February 19

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Feb 20, 2019

City of Naperville City Council met Tuesday, Feb. 19.

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Anne M. Jeans Elementary School scores 30.9% ELA proficiency, 23.3% on math in 2018

By Local Labs News Service | Feb 20, 2019

Of the 349 students attending Anne M. Jeans Elementary School in 2018, 30.9 percent scored proficient in English Language Arts and 23.3 percent were proficient in math, according to a report recently released by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE).

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Illinois General Assembly: HB3715 actions on Feb. 19

By Local Labs News Service | Feb 20, 2019

The following actions were taken on Feb. 19 in the House on House bill HB3715 ("epa-microplastics"): "Referred to Rules Committee", "First Reading" and "Filed with the Clerk by Rep. Mark Batinick".