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News from October 2023

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Rep. Jennifer Sanalitro and Senator Seth Lewis Partner with Roselle Police Department for Drug Drop-Off Event

By DuPage Policy Journal | Oct 23, 2023

State Representative Jennifer Sanalitro and Senator Seth Lewis have joined forces with the Roselle Police Department to organize a Prescription and Over-the-Counter Drug Drop-Off Event. The event, scheduled for Saturday, October 28, aims to provide a safe and secure method for community members to dispose of unused or expired medications.The main goal of this initiative is to protect the community by preventing potential drug abuse and avoiding contamination of the water supply. The event will accept a wide range of medications, including both prescription and...

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Will County: White students were most represented ethnicity in 2021-22 school year

By DuPage Policy Journal | Oct 23, 2023

In Will County schools, there were more white students than any other individual ethnicity in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Garcia: ‘The SAFE-T Act has been just the latest in a line of tremendous failures’

By DuPage Policy Journal Report | Oct 23, 2023

Aris Garcia, the Republican candidate for State Representative in Illinois’ 49th district, has raised concerns about the effectiveness and accountability of the recently enacted SAFE-T Act.

City of Warrenville Plan Commission/Zoning Board of Appeals met Aug. 24

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 23, 2023

City of Warrenville Plan Commission/Zoning Board of Appeals met Thursday, Aug. 24

City of Darien Municipal Services Committee met Sep. 25

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 23, 2023

City of Darien Municipal Services Committee met Monday, Sep. 25

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This Halloween, Keep the Scares Off the Road: Don’t Drive Impaired

By DuPage Policy Journal Report | Oct 23, 2023

The Naperville Police Department is urging motorists to commit to sober driving this Halloween when children and their families will be walking through neighborhoods after dark in search of candy and spooky fun. If you will be out scaring up a good time, remember to plan ahead for a sober ride home.

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Butler School District 53 ranks 610th in enrollment with 447 students during 2021-22 school year

By DuPage Policy Journal | Oct 22, 2023

Butler School District 53 welcomed 447 students in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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DuPage County's student body comprised mostly of white students in 2021-22 school year

By DuPage Policy Journal | Oct 22, 2023

In DuPage County schools, there were more white students than any other individual ethnicity in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Which former DuPage Policy Journal area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 23?

By DuPage Policy Journal | Oct 21, 2023

These former DuPage Policy Journal area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 23.

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Week ending Oct. 14: DuPage County home sales

By DuPage Policy Journal | Oct 21, 2023

There were 124 reported residential sales in DuPage County in the week ending Oct. 14, according to BlockShopper.com.

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How many companies were inspected by the FDA in cities located in DuPage County in Q3 2023?

By DuPage Policy Journal | Oct 21, 2023

There were 51 companies in cities associated with DuPage County that received 51 FDA inspections in the third quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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Salt Creek School District 48 enrollment numbers in bottom 50% among Illinois districts during 2021-22 school year

By DuPage Policy Journal | Oct 21, 2023

Salt Creek School District 48 welcomed 485 students in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Naperville councilwoman Allison Longenbaugh ducks calls to retract ‘insurrection’ comments on dark money influence in politics

By DuPage Policy Journal Report | Oct 20, 2023

Naperville Councilwoman Allison Longenbaugh is being asked to walk back comments regarding she made during an Oct. 9 Naperville City Council workshop.

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Benjamin School District 25's enrollment rank decreases during 2021-22 school year

By DuPage Policy Journal | Oct 20, 2023

Benjamin School District 25 welcomed 613 students in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Friday night football: which local high school football teams are in action today? - Oct. 20

By DuPage Policy Journal | Oct 20, 2023

These teams from the DuPage Policy Journal coverage area are scheduled to play later today starting at 6 p.m.

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DuPage #LovePurse Drive Supports Women in Need and Survivors of Domestic Abuse

By DuPage Policy Journal | Oct 20, 2023

The DuPage #LovePurse Drive is calling on the community to join in making a difference. This initiative aims to support women in need and survivors of domestic abuse by collecting new purses filled with personal care items and uplifting notes of encouragement.Throughout the month of October, drop-off locations have been set up to accept donations. One of these locations is Mine + State Senator Seth Lewis' District Office in Carol Stream. Senator John Curran's District Office is also participating in the drive, along with many other locations as mentioned in the flyer....

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Abundant Children & Family Services Basic Needs Drive Calls for Community Support

By DuPage Policy Journal | Oct 20, 2023

The Abundant Children & Family Services Agency is calling on the community to support their Basic Needs Drive, aimed at helping families facing tough choices between essential medicine and basic necessities. The agency highlights the struggles of families who cannot afford household essentials not covered by their food card.In an effort to address this issue, the agency is seeking donations of various items that can be found at local retailers or dollar stores. These items include toothbrushes, toothpaste, mouthwash, body wash, combs, brushes, shampoo, conditioner,...

City of Elmhurst City Council met Aug. 21

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 20, 2023

City of Elmhurst City Council met Monday, Aug. 21

City of Warrenville Plan Commission/Zoning Board of Appeals met Aug. 10

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 20, 2023

City of Warrenville Plan Commission/Zoning Board of Appeals met Thursday, Aug. 10

City of Darien Planning and Zoning Commission met Sep. 20

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 20, 2023

City of Darien Planning and Zoning Commission met Wednesday, Sep. 20