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Safe Passage, DeKalb-based domestic violence survivor and advocacy shelter, recently requested $2.5 million in federal aid to help pay for its new 24/7 emergency shelter, a proposal now backed by U.S. Rep. Lauren Underwood.
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Reports covering congressional campaign transactions made between Jan. 1 and March 31 were due to the Federal Election Commission by April 15. They’re viewable at fec.gov.
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Earth Day, an annual commemoration dating back to 1970, is Saturday. The day will be marked by multiple free family-friendly events throughout DeKalb County, including community cleanups, NatureFest and more.
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U.S. Rep. Lauren Underwood (D-Naperville) announced projects in the 14th Congressional District submitted for consideration of funding in the 2024 budget, including a $1.5 million proposal for Ottawa to build a new fire and ambulance station.
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DeKalb County voter turnout came in at 10% Tuesday, according to data released by the DeKalb County Clerk and Recorder’s Office. That’s compared to 9.83% in the last consolidated election in April 2019 and 14.59% in 2021.