Dupage Policy Journal

Statewide test results: low-income students score 14.8 points lower at El Sierra Elementary School

By Local Labs News Service | Mar 12, 2019

At El Sierra Elementary School, a 14.8-point achievement gap persisted between low-income and non-low-income students in 2018.

WEST CHICAGO POLICE DEPARTMENT: Police Body-Worn Cameras

By Press release submission | Mar 12, 2019

Since the inception of police body-worn cameras, there have been numerous studies on their effectiveness.

CITY OF ELMHURST: Green Electricity Aggregation Program

By Press release submission | Mar 12, 2019

Following the passage of a March 2012 voter Referendum, the City of Elmhurst contracted to procure electric supply in a municipal electric aggregation program for residents and small businesses.

Bill to create Collective Bargaining Freedom Act passes senate despite opposition from Oberweis

By Kyla Asbury | Mar 11, 2019

Sen. Jim Oberweis (R-North Aurora) expressed his opposition on the Senate floor Thursday to a bill that removes local government power from collective bargaining.

Grasso has unfinished business in Burr Ridge, seeks return to mayor's office

By Carrie Bradon | Mar 11, 2019

When push comes to shove, the highest priority for Burr Ridge mayoral candidate Gary Grasso is ensuring that his constituents feel the impact of his public service work wherever and whenever it does the most good for the community.

From Prairie State Wire

Coming up short: Illinois Policy Institute picks apart Pritzker's 'false promise'

By Glenn Minnis | 6 years ago

An Illinois Policy Institute (IPI) review finds Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s new progressive-tax plan might not be everything it’s being promoted to be.

Wehrli speaks out against abortion bills, says Pritzker being 'pushed by the hard left'

By Glenn Minnis | Mar 11, 2019

State Rep. Grant Wehrli (R-Naperville) has a strongly held belief behind his reason for opposing the latest abortion legislation working its way through Springfield.

Despite no official comment, Villa a co-sponsor of controversial abortion bill

By LGIS News Service | Mar 11, 2019

West Chicago state Rep. Karina Villa has not returned calls for comment on the legislation to legalize third-trimester abortions and repeal parental notification laws.

North Central community responds to Hammond's letter to alumni denouncing UMC

By Glenn Minnis | Mar 11, 2019

North Central College President Troy Hammond is making clear the school’s definition of marriage and same-sex requirements for clergy members.

GOP Rep. Wehrli claims Pritzker 'has turned his back' on teachers outside of Chicago

By Glenn Minnis | Mar 11, 2019

Republican State Rep. Grant Wehrli (R-Naperville) thinks Gov. J.B. Pritzker may need a refresher course outlining his job responsibilities.

Statewide test results: black students score 5 points lower at Indian Trail Junior High School

By Local Labs News Service | Mar 11, 2019

At Indian Trail Junior High School, a 5-point achievement gap persisted between black and hispanic students in 2018.

G. Stanley Hall Elementary School scores 25.5% ELA proficiency, 14.9% on math in 2018

By Local Labs News Service | Mar 11, 2019

Of the 368 students attending G. Stanley Hall Elementary School in 2018, 25.5 percent scored proficient in English Language Arts and 14.9 percent were proficient in math, according to a report recently released by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE).

2018 home sales: Oakbrook Terrace price history

By Local Labs News Service | Mar 11, 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.

Richard Morton donates $1,000 to Gary Grasso's election campaign

By DuPage Policy Journal | Mar 11, 2019

Richard Morton donated $1,000 to Republican Gary Grasso's election campaign committee, Grasso4BurrRidge, on March 11, 2019, according to records obtained from the Illinois State Board of Elections (ISBE).

Reskin Elementary School scores 32.1% ELA proficiency, 36.4% on math in 2018

By Local Labs News Service | Mar 11, 2019

Of the 442 students attending Reskin Elementary School in 2018, 32.1 percent scored proficient in English Language Arts and 36.4 percent were proficient in math, according to a report recently released by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE).

Bill Hayes donates $1,000 to Paul Hinterlong's election campaign

By DuPage Policy Journal | Mar 11, 2019

Bill Hayes donated $1,000 to Paul Hinterlong's election campaign committee, Citizens for Paul Hinterlong, on March 11, 2019, according to records obtained from the Illinois State Board of Elections (ISBE).

Top 50 Hinsdale home sales for 2018

By Local Labs News Service | Mar 11, 2019

A home buyer who paid $5,000,000 to purchase a home in Robbins Historic District on Feb. 8 paid the top home sale price for Hinsdale in 2018.

Q3 real estate sales report: Clarendon Hills

By Local Labs News Service | Mar 11, 2019

Median prices declined in Clarendon Hills over last year, and are down 31.9 percent over 10 years, adjusted for inflation, according to third quarter sales data collected by BlockShopper.com

Joseph Parente donates $2,000 to Gary Grasso's election campaign

By DuPage Policy Journal | Mar 11, 2019

Joseph Parente donated $2,000 to Republican Gary Grasso's election campaign committee, Grasso4BurrRidge, on March 11, 2019, according to records obtained from the Illinois State Board of Elections (ISBE).

Statewide test results: white students score 21.4 points higher at Indian Trail Junior High School

By Local Labs News Service | Mar 11, 2019

At Indian Trail Junior High School, a 21.4-point achievement gap persisted between white and hispanic students in 2018.