August, 2025 Stories | Dupage Policy Journal

Dupage County to have 11 inmates sentenced in its jurisdiction released during September

By L. J. Cummings | Aug 27, 2025

There are 11 inmates sentenced in Dupage County set to be released from prison in September.

DuPage Sheriff candidate: 'Governor Pritzker’s so-called ‘SAFE-T Act’ has already tied the hands of law enforcement'

By DuPage Policy Journal | Aug 27, 2025

Sean Noonan, a candidate for DuPage County sheriff, has criticized Illinois' SAFE-T Act, stating that it prioritizes criminals over community safety.

Founder of League of American Workers: 'Cashless bail is a conveyor belt for chaos'

By DuPage Policy Journal | Aug 27, 2025

Steve Cortes, founder of the League of American Workers, said that President Trump's opposition to cashless bail and reductions in federal support for states with lenient bail and crime policies reflect a return to safety and responsibility.

Cheapest regular gas in cities across DuPage County in week ending Aug. 23

By A. S. Mcgovern | Aug 27, 2025

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout DuPage County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Aug. 23, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

State-funded Nonprofit Spotlight: College of Dupage

By C. H. Benoit | Aug 27, 2025

College of Dupage, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive three grants totaling $4,816,550 in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698).

Illinois Department of Corrections to release 1 inmate sentenced in Dupage County during week ending Sept. 6

By K. J. Myers | Aug 27, 2025

There was one inmate who was sentenced in Dupage County and is set to be released from prison in the week ending Sept. 6.

Local Government Meetings today in DuPage County

By C. H. Benoit | Aug 27, 2025

DuPage County Local Government Meetings today.

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

By A. A. Lackey | Aug 27, 2025

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.

Rep. Sanalitro hosts roundtable with police and fire officials in 48th District

By DuPage Policy Journal | Aug 27, 2025

State Representative Jennifer Sanalitro (R-Hanover Park) recently convened a Police and Fire Roundtable in DuPage County to discuss public safety priorities with local leaders from the 48th District.

Lake Park Community High School District 108 taxpayers faced $8.6 million in outstanding school debt as of fiscal year 2024

By C. A. Cooper | Aug 26, 2025

Lake Park Community High School District 108 had the 10th lowest outstanding school debt among DuPage County school districts as of fiscal year 2024, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Illinois DOGE Profile: Woodridge Neighbors Helping Neighbors Disaster Recovery

By C. H. Benoit | Aug 26, 2025

Woodridge Neighbors Helping Neighbors Disaster Recovery, a tax-exempt nonprofit that receives significant public funding to perform services also offered by the state, was approved to receive a $1,500,000 grant in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 103-0006).

Local Government Meeting today in DuPage County

By C. H. Benoit | Aug 26, 2025

DuPage County City Council Meeting starting at 4 pm today — here's what you need to know!

Illinois DOGE Deep Dive: Dupage County Historical Museum

By C. H. Benoit | Aug 25, 2025

Dupage County Historical Museum was approved to receive a $50,000 grant in FY2024, according to passed legislation data extracted from the Illinois General Assembly’s FY2024 budget (Public Act 102-6 0698).

2 H-1B petitions approved for employers classified under Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting industry across DuPage Policy Journal publication area during 2024

By DuPage Policy Journal | Aug 25, 2025

All H-1B petitions filed by an employer classified under the Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting industry located across DuPage Policy Journal publication area were approved in 2024, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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News from August 2025

Dupage County to have 11 inmates sentenced in its jurisdiction released during September

DuPage Sheriff candidate: 'Governor Pritzker’s so-called ‘SAFE-T Act’ has already tied the hands of law enforcement'

Founder of League of American Workers: 'Cashless bail is a conveyor belt for chaos'

Cheapest regular gas in cities across DuPage County in week ending Aug. 23

State-funded Nonprofit Spotlight: College of Dupage

Illinois Department of Corrections to release 1 inmate sentenced in Dupage County during week ending Sept. 6

Local Government Meetings today in DuPage County

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

Rep. Sanalitro hosts roundtable with police and fire officials in 48th District

Lake Park Community High School District 108 taxpayers faced $8.6 million in outstanding school debt as of fiscal year 2024

Illinois DOGE Profile: Woodridge Neighbors Helping Neighbors Disaster Recovery

Local Government Meeting today in DuPage County

Illinois DOGE Deep Dive: Dupage County Historical Museum

2 H-1B petitions approved for employers classified under Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting industry across DuPage Policy Journal publication area during 2024

Outstanding debt in Roselle School District 12 reached $9.9 million in fiscal year 2024

Government events this week in DuPage County: Aug. 24-30

DuPage County Veteran's Assistance Commission will meet August 27

DuPage County Police Records Management System Oversight Committee will meet Aug. 27

DuPage County Finance Committee will meet Aug. 26

City of Warrenville Public Safety and Finance Committee of the Whole met July 28

Concerned Parents of Il., Judicial Watch win as D181 adds opt-out option for inappropriate class, library materials

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