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Rep. Deanne Mazzochi (R-Westmont) supports a plan that asks Illinoisans to reimagine their state government void of political corruption. Launched by the Illinois House Republican Caucus, the Reimagine Illinois platform says it will increase economic growth and encourage investment in Illinois.  The philosophy claims the misuse of funds and misallocation of resources has resulted in rising property and income taxes, as well as less money for vital services including ones affecting veterans and...

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At least two people the age of 38 died after taking the COVID-19 vaccine across the US, according to the National Vaccine Information Center. Both authorized vaccines, Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna, were both approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for emergency use in December 2020, according to the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. While patients have passed away after receiving a dose of the two authorized vaccines, data from the National Vaccine Information Centre do...

“Three-time winner,” McManamon posted on his Facebook page late Tuesday night after voters went the polls. None of it came easy. Throughout the campaign, McManamon was dogged by reports that he is now on his eighth female administrator in just over seven years, with three of his now former employees having sued him and won.   In one instance, former DuPage County Board Member Kevin Wiley told the DuPage Policy Journal the female plaintiff was awarded in excess of $100,000, and all of th...

Voters in Milton Township this week rejected a proposed referendum that sought to create a new government entity that opponents say could have meant a tax increase of 350%. With Illinois residents already paying the highest property taxes in the country as a percentage of home value, Advocacy group Breakthrough Ideas was among the organizations encouraging taxpayers to make a stand for themselves. “This is a big victory for local taxpayers,” Jeanne Ives, CEO and co-founder of the organizati...

At least four people the age of 37 died after taking the COVID-19 vaccine across the US, according to the National Vaccine Information Center. Both authorized vaccines, Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna, were both approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for emergency use in December 2020, according to the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. While patients have passed away after receiving a dose of the two authorized vaccines, data from the National Vaccine Information Centre d...

At least two people the age of 40 died after taking the COVID-19 vaccine across the US, according to the National Vaccine Information Center. Both authorized vaccines, Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna, were both approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for emergency use in December 2020, according to the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. While patients have passed away after receiving a dose of the two authorized vaccines, data from the National Vaccine Information Centre do...

With four seats open, the  Daily Herald reports Emerson finished fifth out of eight candidates with 1,945 votes. Incumbents Robert Bruno and Joe Loebach held onto their seats, while newcomers Tayyaba Syed and Chris Marteli also emerged victorious.    As the battle intensified, Emerson, who ran on a platform of a full-time return to in-person learning, stressed that her run was all about doing what she feels is best for the community. Emerson said she was shocked at how partisan the race came...

Heidi Holan bagged nearly 18% of the vote to earn a second-term on the College of DuPage Board of Trustees Tuesday night. With nearly 70% of the vote counted in the battle for three open seats that carry six-year terms, Holan led all eight candidates with 26,545 votes or 17.52 % .  In the days leading up to the vote, Holan vowed to continue upholding the school’s mission of the college which is "To be a center for excellence in teaching, learning, and cultural experience by providing accessi...

Gower School District 62 recently issued the following announcement. Summer Art Challenge for students in ECE-4th grade to be able to access various videos of Mrs. Holland’s throughout the summer months.  It can be a pick and choose, at your own pace or a rainy day resource.  There are also links for parents to see additional Art Resources if their children enjoy drawing and want to do more at your own pace Art clubs. Dates are on your own.  Here is the link for this resource.   Cost is f...