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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in DuPage County in week ending Aug. 24?

By DuPage Policy Journal | Aug 31, 2024

The lowest price of premium gas in cities throughout DuPage County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Aug. 24, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

DuPage County weekly recap of home sales during week ending Aug. 24

By DuPage Policy Journal | Aug 31, 2024

There were 160 reported residential sales in DuPage County in the week ending Aug. 24, according to BlockShopper.com.

Chicago women face new theft charges while on pre-trial release

By DuPage Policy Journal | Aug 30, 2024

DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin and Oak Brook Chief of Police Brian Strockis announced today that charges have been filed against two Chicago women for allegedly stealing more than $1,150 worth of merchandise from the Oak Brook Ulta Beauty store. Reneashia McDowell, 31, and Shania Jacobs, 28, both appeared in court this morning charged with one count of Burglary (Class 2 Felony) and two counts of Retail Theft (one Class 2 Felony and one Class 3 Felony). Both women are presently on pre-trial release for allegedly stealing $499.98 worth of merchandise from the...

Streamwood man denied pretrial release on charges including sexual assault and child pornography

By DuPage Policy Journal | Aug 30, 2024

DuPage County State's Attorney Robert Berlin, Hanover Park Chief of Police Andrew Johnson, and Homeland Security Investigations Chicago Special Agent in Charge Sean Fitzgerald announced today that Judge Joshua Dieden granted the State's motion to deny pretrial release for a Streamwood man accused of sexually assaulting a one-year-old girl. Cruz Estanislao, 24, of the 100 block of Nettle Lane, appeared at First Appearance Court this morning charged with four counts of Predatory Criminal Sexual Assault - Victim Under Thirteen (Class X Felony), one count of Class X Child...

Rep. Sanalitro to host free document shred event on September 28th

By DuPage Policy Journal | Aug 29, 2024

Last week, it was reported that a notorious hacking group stole and sold nearly 2.9 billion sensitive data records on the black market.

Rep. Grant congratulates local Girl Scout on achieving Bronze Award

By DuPage Policy Journal | Aug 29, 2024

State Representative Amy Grant (R-Wheaton) has recognized Taylor Slaby, an 11-year-old student at Wheaton Christian Academy School, for earning the Girl Scout Bronze Award. The award is one of the highest honors a Girl Scout Junior can achieve and is given to young women who demonstrate leadership and dedication to community service.

Commemorating Mary E. Miller's birthday: reflecting on the Republican Congresswoman achievements (August 27)

By DuPage Policy Journal | Aug 27, 2024

Mary E. Miller entered the world on August 27, 1959, in Oak Park, IL, marking the beginning of a life dedicated to service and community.

Library grants totaling nearly $700K awarded to 24th Senate District

By DuPage Policy Journal | Aug 27, 2024

State Senator Seth Lewis (R-24) has announced that several libraries and library districts in the 24th Senate District will receive a combined total of $693,371.76 in state library grants this year.

Grants totaling over $308K awarded to 24th Senate District libraries

By DuPage Policy Journal | Aug 27, 2024

State Senator Seth Lewis (R-24) has announced that libraries and library districts in the 24th Senate District will receive a combined $308,130.09 in state library grants this year.

From Chicago City Wire

3rd Congressional District candidate Booras on censorship of billboards around DNC: 'The facts demonstrate that Pritzker and Johnson have made serious errors in judgment'

By Chicago City Wire reports | 3 months ago

3rd Congressional District candidate John Booras has sharply criticized the censorship of political advertisements and the decision-making of state leaders, highlighting recent disputes over billboard ads and the effectiveness of current mainstream media.

Heat advisory issued for Chicagoland as temperatures soar

By DuPage Policy Journal | Aug 26, 2024

The US National Weather Service Chicago Illinois issued a Heat Advisory today for the Chicagoland area, followed by an Excessive Heat Watch on Tuesday. Heat index values are expected to reach 105-109 degrees Monday and 110-115 degrees Tuesday.

US National Weather Service issues heat advisory for Chicagoland area

By DuPage Policy Journal | Aug 26, 2024

The US National Weather Service Chicago Illinois has issued a Heat Advisory for the Chicagoland area today, followed by an Excessive Heat Watch on Tuesday. Heat index values are expected to reach 105-109 degrees on Monday and 110-115 degrees on Tuesday.