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News from September 2024

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2 gas stations in cities throughout DuPage County had the cheapest E15 gas in week ending Sept. 7

By DuPage Policy Journal | Sep 14, 2024

The lowest price of E15 gas in cities throughout DuPage County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Sept. 7, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in DuPage County in week ending Sept. 7?

By DuPage Policy Journal | Sep 14, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout DuPage County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 7, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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State Representative Amy Grant: 'Paul La Schiazza's trial is set to begin tomorrow'

By DuPage Policy Journal | Sep 13, 2024

State Representative Amy Grant commented on the trial of a former AT&T Illinois executive, stating, "Paul La Schiazza's trial is set to begin tomorrow, the last in a series of trials before Mike Madigan goes to court," in a Sept. 10 Facebook post.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in DuPage County in week ending Sept. 7?

By DuPage Policy Journal | Sep 13, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout DuPage County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 7, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within DuPage County in week ending Sept. 7?

By DuPage Policy Journal | Sep 13, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout DuPage County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 7, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Community Consolidated School District 180 administrators rank 24th highest in state for average salary in 2023

By DuPage Policy Journal | Sep 13, 2024

Administrators in Community Consolidated School District 180 earn an average of $160,507 per year, ranking 24th highest in the state, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Cheapest premium gas in cities across DuPage County in week ending Sept. 7

By DuPage Policy Journal | Sep 13, 2024

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout DuPage County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Sept. 7, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Rep. Grant hosts successful senior fair with over 100 attendees

By DuPage Policy Journal | Sep 13, 2024

State Representative Amy Grant and State Senator Seth Lewis successfully hosted their annual Senior Fair this week in Wheaton, IL. Seniors from across the district gathered for a day filled with valuable information, health screenings, and various resources aimed at improving the quality of life for the aging population. With over 100 attendees, the resource fair provided an opportunity for seniors to connect with local service providers and stay informed on important issues.

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Rep. Amy Grant attends 9/11 remembrance ceremony in Wheaton

By DuPage Policy Journal | Sep 13, 2024

State Representative Amy Grant (R-Wheaton) recently attended a 9/11 remembrance ceremony in Wheaton, Illinois. The event included local leaders and community members who gathered to honor the lives lost on that tragic day 23 years ago. Among the key community groups present was the Midwest Shelter for Homeless Veterans (MSHV), an organization dedicated to providing affordable housing and support for homeless veterans.

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Rep. Amy Grant attends ribbon cutting for renovated Carol Stream Park

By DuPage Policy Journal | Sep 13, 2024

State Representative Amy Grant attended the ribbon-cutting event for the newly renovated Community Park in the Carol Stream Park District this past week. The event marked the completion of the park’s renovation, featuring updated amenities and a refreshed space for families.

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Rep. Sanalitro addresses annual luncheon for Filipino American seniors in DuPage County

By DuPage Policy Journal | Sep 13, 2024

State Representative Jennifer Sanalitro recently addressed attendees at the 34th Annual Luncheon for the Filipino American Seniors Association of DuPage County. The event, held in DuPage County, Illinois, gathered seniors from across the region to celebrate culture, foster connections, and share information.

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Rep. Sanalitro celebrates opening of Nordic Wastewater Treatment Plant

By DuPage Policy Journal | Sep 13, 2024

State Representative Jennifer Sanalitro participated in the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Nordic Wastewater Treatment Plant in Itasca, IL, on September 13, 2024. The event marked the completion of two significant projects aimed at enhancing public infrastructure and community wellness. This initiative represents a collaboration between DuPage County, the Itasca Park District, and the Village of Itasca.

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Former Villa Park man sentenced to seventy years for stabbing girlfriend

By DuPage Policy Journal | Sep 12, 2024

DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin announced that a former Villa Park man was sentenced to seventy years in the Illinois Department of Corrections for the murder of Esmeralda DeLuna, 24, his live-in girlfriend and mother of their three children. Marco-Antonio Rubio, 29, appeared at his sentencing hearing yesterday in front of Judge Ann Celine O’Hallaren Walsh, who handed down the sentence. On March 5, 2024, Rubio entered a blind plea of guilty to one count of First Degree Murder. He appeared in Bond Court on May 21, 2021, where bond was set at $3 million with 10% to...

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City of Naperville Human Rights and Fair Housing Commission met September 9

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Sep 12, 2024

City of Naperville Human Rights and Fair Housing Commission met 6:30 p.m. Monday, September 9.

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Ives: Illinois resident 'tired of talk' about property taxes, 'they want action'

By DuPage Policy Journal | Sep 11, 2024

Former Illinois State Rep. Jeanne Ives said people are "tired of talk and they want action" in regards to property taxes. She made the statements on a post on X on September 9.

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Court denies pre-trial release for Steven Kramer accused of murdering wife

By DuPage Policy Journal | Sep 11, 2024

DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin and Warrenville Chief of Police Sam Bonilla announced today that Judge Joshua Dieden has granted the State’s motion to deny pre-trial release for a Warrenville man accused of murdering his wife. Steven Kramer, 39, appeared at First Appearance Court this morning charged with two counts of First-Degree Murder.

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Juvenile detained after bringing loaded gun to Lombard high school

By DuPage Policy Journal | Sep 11, 2024

DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin and Lombard Chief of Police Tom Wirsing announced today that Judge Demetrios Panoushis has ordered that a Glendale Heights juvenile accused of bringing a loaded gun to a Lombard high school will be held in custody until at least his next court appearance. The juvenile, a fourteen-year-old male, is charged with one count of Unlawful Use of a Weapon in a School (Class 3 Felony) and one count of Possession of a Firearm by a Minor (Class 4 Felony).

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How many lawyers were eligible to practice law in cities in DuPage County in August?

By DuPage Policy Journal | Sep 10, 2024

There were two fewer active legal licenses in cities within DuPage County in August compared to the previous month.

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State Rep. Nicole La Ha Zwiercan: 'I feel compelled to speak out against this horrific act and ask others to join me'

By DuPage Policy Journal | Sep 10, 2024

State Representative Nicole La Ha Zwiercan addressed the death of Hersh Goldberg-Polin in a Facebook post on September 4. "Just one month ago, the parents of Hersh Goldberg Polin, an American citizen, spoke from a podium in Chicago pleading for the release of their son," she said.

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Court denies pre-trial release for school bus driver accused in DUI incident

By DuPage Policy Journal | Sep 10, 2024

DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin and Lombard Chief of Police Tom Wirsing announced today that Judge Joshua Dieden granted the State’s motion to deny pre-trial release for a Naperville woman accused of crashing a school bus that transports special needs children. Lauren Williams, 34, of the 4S700 block of Innisbrook Drive, appeared at First Appearance Court this morning charged with one count of Aggravated DUI – School Bus Driver (Class 4 Felony) and one count of Driving too Fast for Conditions or Failure to Reduce Speed to Avoid an Accident.