January, 2017 Stories | Dupage Policy Journal

How Rauner’s wish list has fared in the General Assembly

By Lake County Gazette | Jan 27, 2017

For the past two years, Gov. Bruce Rauner’s message has been consistent: Illinois needs major reform to avoid complete financial devastation.

Roger D. Shelton donates $999 to Citizens for Patrick Kenneally

By Local Labs News Service | Jan 26, 2017

Roger D. Shelton, (2230 Chapel Road, Barrington), donated $999 to Crystal Lake's Citizens for Patrick Kenneally on Jan. 14, 2016.

Steven Frost donates $200 to Citizens for Elaine Nekritz

By Local Labs News Service | Jan 26, 2017

Steven Frost, (602 Hackberry Court W., Buffalo Grove), donated $200 to Glenview's Citizens for Elaine Nekritz on Jan. 10, 2016.

Winter Fest, School’s Out Program held in Vernon Hills

By Brent Zell | Jan 25, 2017

Winter Fest, a free day of outdoor activities for families, was held 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 14, near the pavilion in Century Park North in Vernon Hills, according to www.vhparkdistrict.org.

Grant Township Board hears year-end report on food pantry

By Louie Torres | Jan 25, 2017

Grant Township Board hears year-end report on food pantry at a recent meeting.

Lake Zurich Board of Trustees holds public hearing on Rand Road TIF redevelopment plan

By Jenie Mallari-Torres | Jan 25, 2017

Lake Zurich Board of Trustees holds public hearing on Rand Road TIF redevelopment plan during a recent meeting.

Lincolnshire Committee of the Whole discusses commercial development along Milwaukee Avenue and Olde Half Day Road

By Jenie Mallari-Torres | Jan 25, 2017

Lincolnshire Committee of the Whole discusses commercial development along Milwaukee Avenue and Olde Half Day Road at a recent meeting.

Grayslake Committee of the Whole recommends rezoning of Peterson Road parcel

By Jenie Mallari-Torres | Jan 25, 2017

Grayslake Committee of the Whole recommends rezoning of Peterson Road parcel at its recent meeting.

Davidson emerges as Waukegan's all-purpose leader

By Glenn Minnis | Jan 24, 2017

The DeShawn Davidson transformation is now complete -- and he's playing to rave reviews.

BGA: Chicago's plastic-bag tax faked 'green' crusade to rake in green

By Lake County Gazette | Jan 24, 2017

The Better Government Association (BGA) recently suggested that the Chicago City Council’s new 7 cents-a-bag tax authorization is one more in a series of cloaked legislative efforts, wherein the stated purpose may obscure another motive.

Deerfield High twins bring sense of family to court

By Sean Fowler | Jan 24, 2017

In basketball, a team can become a close-knit group, almost like another family. This bond is even stronger when there are sisters on the same court.

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Critics point out hypocrisy in Madigan attack on Rauner regarding wealth and power

By Lake County Gazette | Jan 24, 2017

There's a certain hypocrisy to House Speaker Mike Madigan (D-Chicago) accusing Republican Gov. Bruce Rauner of holding the budget process hostage for his wealthy friends and big business in general, a radio talk show's co-hosts said recently.

Embattled auditor general told to step aside

By Lake County Gazette | Jan 23, 2017

The Chicago Tribune has called for embattled Illinois Auditor General Frank Mautino to step aside until he resolves nagging campaign finance questions that his critics say major media outlets have largely ignored for months.

Lake Forest weighs Amtrak proposal for additional Chicago-Milwaukee routes

By Carol Ostrow | Jan 22, 2017

The city of Lake Forest has extended gratitude to all residents and elected leaders who attended a recent public forum regarding proposed regional Amtrak expansion and relayed updates to the public about the project’s status.

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Highland Park welcomes 16 student commissioners

By Carol Ostrow | Jan 22, 2017

The city of Highland Park recently authorized a group of high school juniors to attain government experience by participating in the Student Commissioner Program, serving on council boards or commissions up until their 2018 graduation.