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Monday, November 25, 2024

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City of Elmhurst Public Affairs and Safety Committee met Aug. 12

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 7, 2024

City of Elmhurst Public Affairs and Safety Committee met Monday, Aug. 12

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City of Elmhurst City Council met Sept. 3

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 7, 2024

City of Elmhurst City Council met Tuesday, Sept. 3

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City of Darien Planning and Zoning Commission met Sept. 4

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 7, 2024

City of Darien Planning and Zoning Commission met Wednesday, Sept. 4

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City of Darien Administrative-Finance Committee met Sept. 3

By Angelica Saylo Pilo | Sep 7, 2024

City of Darien Administrative-Finance Committee met Tuesday, Sept. 3

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on E15 gas in cities in DuPage County in week ending Aug. 31?

By DuPage Policy Journal | Sep 7, 2024

The only price of E15 gas in cities throughout DuPage County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 31, 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 Aug. 31?

By DuPage Policy Journal | Sep 6, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout DuPage County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 31, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Entertainment events this weekend in DuPage County: Friday, Sept. 6 - Sunday, Sept. 8

By DuPage Policy Journal | Sep 6, 2024

Don't miss out on these entertainment events happening in DuPage County this weekend.

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Cheapest E85 gas in cities across DuPage County in week ending Aug. 31

By DuPage Policy Journal | Sep 6, 2024

The lowest price of E85 gas in cities throughout DuPage County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Aug. 31, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Wheaton ranks 71st in total sales taxes paid in Illinois during June

By DuPage Policy Journal | Sep 6, 2024

Wheaton residents paid $1.2 million in sales taxes, ranking 71st in total sales taxes paid per municipality in June.

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Wheaton Leadership Prayer Breakfast hosts Major General Mukoyama as keynote speaker

By DuPage Policy Journal | Sep 6, 2024

The 39th Annual Wheaton Leadership Prayer Breakfast took place on September 6, 2024. The event featured a keynote address from Major General James Mukoyama, Jr., who delivered a message centered on leadership, faith, and service to the nation.

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Chicago Tribune highlights Illinois' enduring political corruption

By DuPage Policy Journal | Sep 6, 2024

Illinois has long contended with a notorious reputation for political corruption, with Chicago often at the forefront. The Chicago Tribune highlighted this troubling legacy in its series “Culture of Corruption,” showcasing a pattern of unethical behavior among public officials. A key feature of this series is “The Dishonor Roll,” a compilation of approximately 200 individuals who have been convicted, indicted, or otherwise shamed for their actions in office. This list, pulled from the Tribune’s archives, serves as a reminder of the state’s deep-rooted issues with political...

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State Representative Dan Ugaste: ‘House Minority Leader Tony McCombie has two bills that would increase protections for DCFS workers’

By DuPage Policy Journal | Sep 6, 2024

State Representative Dan Ugaste shared information on two bills aimed at increasing protection for Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) workers, stating, "the majority party and the Governor's administration refuse to let the bills be heard." He made this statement in an August 30 Facebook post.

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National awareness day highlights suicide prevention lifeline

By DuPage Policy Journal | Sep 6, 2024

Sunday, September 8th is recognized as 988 Day and is dedicated to raising awareness of the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline and mental health support. The 988 Lifeline provides 24/7, free, and confidential support to people in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. If you or someone you know needs help, call or text 988.

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Rep. Sanalitro earns perfect score from Technology & Manufacturing Association

By DuPage Policy Journal | Sep 6, 2024

Rep. Sanalitro has received a perfect score from the Technology & Manufacturing Association (TMA) for his support of small and mid-size manufacturers in Illinois.

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2 gas stations in cities throughout DuPage County had the cheapest diesel in week ending Aug. 31

By DuPage Policy Journal | Sep 6, 2024

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout DuPage County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Aug. 31, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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1 gas station in cities throughout DuPage County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Aug. 31

By DuPage Policy Journal | Sep 6, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout DuPage County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 31, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Court denies pre-trial release for Chicago felon charged with handgun possession

By DuPage Policy Journal | Sep 6, 2024

DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin and Hinsdale Chief of Police Brian King announced today that Judge Joshua Dieden granted the State’s motion to detain pre-trial a Chicago convicted felon accused of possessing multiple handguns. Rakeem Wilton, 28, of the 4800 block of S. Calumet Avenue, appeared at First Appearance Court this morning charged with one count of Armed Habitual Criminal (Class X Felony), one count of Unlawful Use/Possession of a Weapon by a Felon (Class 2 Felony) and multiple misdemeanor and petty offenses including Transportation of Open Alcohol by a...

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Prairie State taxes: Carol Stream residents rank 67th in total sales taxes paid for June

By DuPage Policy Journal | Sep 5, 2024

Carol Stream residents paid $1.3 million in sales taxes, ranking 67th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in June.

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Senior Expo hosted by Senator Seth Lewis and Representative Amy Grant on September 10

By DuPage Policy Journal | Sep 5, 2024

State Senator Seth Lewis (R-Bartlett) and State Representative Amy Grant (R-Wheaton) are collaborating with numerous agencies to host a Senior Expo on Tuesday, September 10 in Wheaton. The event, which offers free admission and refreshments, will take place at the Wheaton Community Center from 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon.

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Bloomingdale residents rank 66th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois for June

By DuPage Policy Journal | Sep 5, 2024

Bloomingdale residents paid $1.3 million in sales taxes, ranking 66th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in June.