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State Representative Jennifer Sanalitro Celebrates October as Italian-American Heritage Month

By DuPage Policy Journal | Oct 16, 2023

State Representative Jennifer Sanalitro is proudly celebrating a new law she chief co-sponsored in the Illinois House that designates the month of October as Italian-American Heritage Month. The law, which will go into effect in October 2024, aims to recognize and celebrate the significant contributions and achievements of Italian-Americans throughout American history and culture.In expressing her enthusiasm for the law, Representative Sanalitro stated, "It fills me with immense pride to witness the acknowledgment of Italian-American heritage in our state. This month will...

City of Warrenville City Council met Sep. 18

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 16, 2023

City of Warrenville City Council met Monday, Sep. 18

City of Elmhurst Public Affairs and Safety Committee met Aug. 14

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 16, 2023

City of Elmhurst Public Affairs and Safety Committee met Monday, Aug. 14

City of Elmhurst City Council met Sep. 18

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 16, 2023

City of Elmhurst City Council met Monday, Sep. 18

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Gower School District 62 enrollment numbers in top 50% among Illinois districts during 2021-22 school year

By DuPage Policy Journal | Oct 15, 2023

Gower School District 62 welcomed 918 students in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Community High School District 94 Education: 417 white students were enrolled in schools in 2021-22 school year

By DuPage Policy Journal | Oct 15, 2023

In Community High School District 94, 21.0% of students identified as white in the 2021-22 school year.

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How many white students were enrolled in Queen Bee School District 16 in 2021-22 school year?

By DuPage Policy Journal | Oct 14, 2023

In Queen Bee School District 16, 354 white students were enrolled in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Downers Grove responsible for 26th-highest sales tax revenue in Illinois during July

By DuPage Policy Journal | Oct 14, 2023

Downers Grove residents paid $2.4 million in sales taxes, the 26th highest total paid per municipality in July.

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Saturday night football: where to see the Lake Park Lancers and 4 other local football teams play today - Oct. 14

By DuPage Policy Journal | Oct 14, 2023

These teams from the DuPage Policy Journal coverage area are scheduled to play later today starting at 1 p.m.

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Will County Education: 3,400 Asian students were enrolled in schools in 2021-22 school year

By DuPage Policy Journal | Oct 14, 2023

In the 2021-22 school year, 3.3% of students enrolled in Will County school districts identified as Asian.

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A Day at the Wheaton Public Library: More Than Just Books

By DuPage Policy Journal | Oct 14, 2023

Recently, I had the delightful opportunity to tour the Wheaton Public Library. And while many might associate libraries purely with hushed voices and rows upon rows of books, I was reminded of how much more they offer to our communities.During my visit, I was informed that numerous local organizations that call the library their meeting spot. From charitable groups brainstorming their next big project to community meet-ups where residents gather to discuss pressing local issues, the library is always buzzing with activity."One of the most reassuring moments of my visit...

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Itasca School District 10's enrollment rank decreases during 2021-22 school year

By DuPage Policy Journal | Oct 14, 2023

Itasca School District 10 welcomed 1,000 students in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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DuPage County home sales in week ending Oct. 7

By DuPage Policy Journal | Oct 14, 2023

There were 126 reported residential sales in DuPage County in the week ending Oct. 7, according to BlockShopper.com.

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DuPage County state's attorney: 'I commend Sheriff Mendrick and the detectives involved who have invested countless hours to determine the truth about what actually happened that night'

By DuPage Policy Journal Report | Oct 13, 2023

On June 18, a Willowbrook man was shot and killed along with several others who suffered from gunshot wounds during a Juneteenth Celebration. On Oct. 6, an Aurora man accused of firing a handgun at the Juneteenth Celebration in Unincorporated Willowbrook was denied pre-trial release by Judge Joshua Dieden at the state's request. As the investigation continues, the DuPage County Sheriff's Office encourages anybody with further information to call (630) 407-2400.

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Center Cass School District 66 ranks 351st in enrollment with 1,084 students during 2021-22 school year

By DuPage Policy Journal | Oct 13, 2023

Center Cass School District 66 welcomed 1,084 students in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Kane County Education: 6,166 Asian students were enrolled in schools in 2021-22 school year

By DuPage Policy Journal | Oct 13, 2023

In Kane County schools, 6,166 Asian students were enrolled 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. 13

By DuPage Policy Journal | Oct 13, 2023

These teams from the DuPage Policy Journal coverage area are scheduled to play later today starting at 7 p.m.

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How many white students were enrolled in Bensenville School District 2 in 2021-22 school year?

By DuPage Policy Journal | Oct 13, 2023

In Bensenville School District 2, 436 white students were enrolled in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Rep. Grant Hosts Law Enforcement Roundtable to Discuss SAFE-T Act Fallout

By DuPage Policy Journal | Oct 13, 2023

State Representative Amy Grant hosted a law enforcement roundtable on Thursday, October 12th to discuss the fallout from the implementation of the SAFE-T Act. The roundtable brought together local police chiefs and law enforcement officers from the 47th District to address concerns regarding public safety in DuPage County and the State of Illinois.During the discussion, Rep. Grant emphasized the importance of ensuring the safety of Illinois residents. She stated, "Every family in our state deserves to feel safe in their homes and in their communities. One month in and the...

City of Warrenville Tourism and Arts Commission met Sep. 14

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Oct 13, 2023

City of Warrenville Tourism and Arts Commission met Thursday, Sep. 14