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Tired of the vitriol? Make politicians take high school debate. Jay Mathews, The Washington Post Feb. 6, 2021 FacebookTwitterEmail Republican presidential nominee Mitt Romney and President Barack Obama appear on stage at Lynn University in Boca Raton, Fla., on Oct. 22, 2012 , for their final debate.Washington Post photo by Melina Mara, Can we learn to disagree without being disagreeable? Maybe not. Public discourse these days seems as unpleasant as it has ever been. But Katherine Crump-Wiesner...

Second teen arrested in Addison carjacking   Updated 2/1/2021 7:23 PM A second teenager from Chicago has been charged with carjacking a woman Jan. 23 in Addison. The 15-year-old boy was arrested Sunday, authorities said.   DuPage County Judge Brian Jacobs on Monday ordered that the teen, who is charged with aggravated vehicular hijacking, remain in custody until his next court appearance. The boy is due back in court Feb. 17. Authorities say that about 10:46 p.m. Jan. 23, a 20-year-...

Updated 1/28/2021 7:56 PM Every day, more children in Illinois are diagnosed with critical illnesses that would qualify them for Make-A-Wish. In fact, more than 100 wish children in Illinois are waiting for volunteers to help grant their wishes. Start the year off by enriching your life and others through volunteering as a wish granter for children in your area. Wishes are happening now, and volunteers are needed in most Illinois communities to work with families in safely distanced ways follow...

DuPage, Kane and Kendall County youth can explore interests with 4-H virtual clubs and events   In February and March, the University of Illinois Extension-DuPage, Kane and Kendall is offering a variety of short-term clubs and one-time special learning events. Youth, age 8 to 18, can learn about dog care, skill training, fun tricks, and more in a six-week "Dog Training Spin Club." Joe Lewnard | Staff Photographer, 2016   Posted1/28/2021 9:50 PM DuPage, Kane and Kendall County yo...

College of DuPage WDCB 90.9FM Radio presents "New Letters on the Air."

Updated 1/27/2021 5:59 PM Glenbard District 87 high schools will hold their annual "Valentines for Vets" event on Wednesday, Feb 3. This is an opportunity for students to create cards and letters to thank hospitalized veterans and those currently serving in the military.   Special thanks go to the physical education, driver education and health students and staff who will participate in the day. Thanks also go to Glenbards Advocating Character Through Service (ACTS) Committee and the Village o...

College of DuPage explores Black History Month with virtual programs Dancer and choreographer Katherine Dunham was born in 1909 in Glen Ellyn. A few years later, she moved to Joliet, graduating from Joliet Central High School in 1928. Courtesy of Library of Congress   Updated 1/28/2021 11:56 AM In celebration of Black History Month, College of DuPage invites students, staff, faculty and community members to examine, recognize and celebrate the Black family in the context of their...

Naper Settlements next "History Speaks" program will be on "African American Heroes and Sheroes" from 4 to 5 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 7.

Chicago teen charged in Addison carjacking   Updated 1/25/2021 3:06 PM A Chicago teenager accused of carjacking a woman Saturday night in Addison must remain in custody until his next court date. DuPage County Judge Brian Jacobs made that ruling during a Monday detention hearing in juvenile court, according to a news release from the DuPage County states attorneys office.   Prosecutors intend to ask that the boy, who is 17, be tried as an adult, officials said. The boy is charged wi...

Get help enrolling for College of DuPages spring term through Feb. 5 Get help navigating the enrollment process at College of DuPage with "Enroll @ COD Live" Zoom sessions. Courtesy of College of DuPage     Updated 1/21/2021 7:03 PM The College of DuPage Office of Admissions and Outreach is hosting "Enroll @ COD Live" Zoom sessions to help students navigate the enrollment process through Friday, Feb. 5. Visit the "Enroll @ COD Live" webpage for session links. Sessions will be he...