Dupage Policy Journal

DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin and Elmhurst Chief of Police Michael McLean announced that the court has denied a motion to detain pre-trial two Chicago men accused of stealing merchandise from an Elmhurst Walgreens. Jamar Beach, 37, and Ladontan Miles, 23, appeared in court charged with burglary and retail theft.

Homeless man detained pre-trial for burglary and car theft in Westmont

DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin and Westmont Chief of Police James Gunther announced that Judge Joshua Dieden has approved the state's request to detain a homeless man, Bryce Fleming, before trial. Fleming is accused of breaking into a Westmont home and stealing the homeowner's car. He faces charges of Residential Burglary, a Class 1 Felony, and Possession of a Stolen Motor Vehicle, a Class 2 Felony.

On Monday, March 25, former Hinsdale Central High School Health Services Sarah Cernugel collegiate team won in the NCAA Division I Basketball Championship Tournament

The Notre Dame Fighting Irish won 71-56.

Benet Academy standout Lenée Beaumont’s collegiate team won game in NCAA Division I Basketball Championship Tournament on Monday, March 25

The Indiana Hoosiers won 75-68.

Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central NW City of Wheaton: Precinct Milton 8

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a DuPage Policy Journal analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 439 voters in Central NW City of Wheaton: Precinct Milton 8 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Illinois Eighth Congressional District candidate Mark Rice: ‘Spent tonight in Bloomington with Tom Holman’

Mark Rice, the Republican candidate for U.S. House Illinois District 8, is set to compete against incumbent Democrat Raja Kirshnamoorthi in the forthcoming November general election.

Illinois Fifth Congressional District Republican nominee Hanson: 'Turnout was very, very weak; the lowest in the history of Chicago'

Illinois Fifth Congressional District candidate Tommy Hanson said that voter turnout was the “lowest” in Chicago history. Hanson, who will now go on to face incumbent Democrat Mike Quigley, asked voters to participate in the general election.

Who voted in Central NW City of Warrenville: Precinct Winfield 25 during 2020 Presidential Election?

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a DuPage Policy Journal analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 432 voters in Central NW City of Warrenville: Precinct Winfield 25 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Holi Celebrations: A Festival of Colors, Love, and Spring

"Happy Holi" to all who are celebrating this vibrant and joyous occasion today. Holi is a Hindu festival that celebrates the Festival of Colors, Love, and Spring. "Wishing a happy Holi to all who celebrate this joyous occasion!" As the festival of Holi is observed and celebrated by many around the world, let us join in the spirit of unity, love, and joy that this occasion brings.

Analysis: Community High School District 99 administrators rank 46th in state for average pay in 2022

Administrators in Community High School District 99 earn an average of $147,215 per year, ranking 46th in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

How did Central Village of Downers Grove: Precinct Downers Grove 36 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a DuPage Policy Journal analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 669 voters in Central Village of Downers Grove: Precinct Downers Grove 36 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Kendall Moriarty, former Benet Academy standout’s collegiate team plays on Sunday, March 24 in Division I NCAA Basketball Championship Tournament

The Nebraska Cornhuskers lost 61-51.

Max Scharnowski, former Wheaton Academy standout’s collegiate team plays on Sunday, March 24 in Division I NCAA Basketball Championship Tournament

The game took place in Spokane, Washington.

Illinois Senate District 25 candidate: 'There are so many opportunities for you these days to sweep the floor and change the role of the complete government corruption'

Heather Brown, the Republican candidate for the District 25 State Senate seat, said she hopes voters "sweep the floor and change the role of the complete government corruption." In the forthcoming general election, Brown will compete against Karina Villa.

Billingsley: “This isn’t just a win for Your Dream Matters; its OUR win, every single one of us’

Hannah Billingsley has secured the Republican nomination for state House district 49. She is set to compete against incumbent Democrat Maura Hirschauer in the upcoming general election in November.

Downers Grove responsible for 32nd-highest sales tax revenue in Illinois during December 2023

Downers Grove residents paid $2.1 million in sales taxes, the 32nd highest total paid per municipality in December 2023.

Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central Village of Burr Ridge: Precinct Downers Grove 35

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a DuPage Policy Journal analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 557 voters in Central Village of Burr Ridge: Precinct Downers Grove 35 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

How did Northwestern Village of Willowbrook: Precinct Downers Grove 27 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a DuPage Policy Journal analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 347 voters in Northwestern Village of Willowbrook: Precinct Downers Grove 27 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central SE Village of Lombard: Precinct York 79

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a DuPage Policy Journal analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 266 voters in Central SE Village of Lombard: Precinct York 79 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

2022: Indian Prairie School District 204 administrators rank 45th in state for average pay