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Carol Stream man denied per-trial release after murder of his wife

Baltazar Perez-Estrada was denied pre-trial release after being charged with the murder of his wife, Maricela Simon Franco. Judge Joshua Dieden granted the State’s motion to deny the release.

By DuPage Policy Journal | Apr 9, 2024

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DuPage County residents have median age of 40 by 2021

DuPage County residents have a median age of 40-years-old as of 2021, according to US Census Data.

By DuPage Policy Journal | Jan 26, 2024

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11th Congressional District candidate Jerry Evans hosts fundraising reception as congressional campaign gains momentum

By DuPage Policy Journal | Jan 23, 2024

Jerry Evans, a candidate for the 11th Congressional District, is preparing to host a fundraising reception at Niko’s Red Mill Tavern on Tuesday, Feb. 13. The event is organized by Jerry Evans for Congress to gather support for his campaign in the forthcoming elections.

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11th Congressional District candidate Jerry Evans to host reception in Naperville, gearing up for IL-11 congressional race

By DuPage Policy Journal | Jan 19, 2024

Jerry Evans, a candidate for the 11th Congressional District, is scheduled to host a reception on Tuesday, Jan. 30 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at Le Chocolat Du Bouchard located at 129 S Washington Street in Naperville. The event, which is organized by Jerry Evans for Congress, extends an invitation to the public to show their support for his campaign.

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Conforti: ‘Another reason NOT to own an electric vehicle’

By DuPage Policy Journal | Jan 17, 2024

As the extreme cold snap continues to paralyze Chicago, Niki Conforti, a candidate for the 6th Congressional District, has voiced concerns about the limitations of electric vehicles (EVs) in freezing temperatures. She highlighted the difficulties faced by residents in Evergreen Park, where extended wait times were experienced due to long lines at charging stations.

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La Ha: ‘Join in the fight to end human trafficking’

By DuPage Policy Journal | Jan 12, 2024

State Representative Nicole La Ha (R-Homer Glen) is actively campaigning to raise awareness about human trafficking, underlining the necessity of collective efforts to eradicate this grave crime. Dressed in a conspicuous blue outfit, La Ha participated in the campaign against human trafficking and promoted a Blue Campaign advertisement on her social media platforms.

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Michael Musson, chairman of WTRO: 'DuPage County citizens are fortunate to have a State’s Attorney who is committed to ensuring our safety'

By DuPage Policy Journal | Jan 12, 2024

Michael Musson, chairman of the Wayne Township Republican Organization (WTRO), recently praised Dupage County State's Attorney Bob Berlin for his dedication to citizen safety amidst a surge in crime rates affecting Wayne Township and its surrounding areas.

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Kristina McCloy, founder of the Concerned Parents of Hinsdale: 'The recent busload dumps (of migrants) into our community over the past week or so has elicited some visceral reactions from both sides of...

By DuPage Policy Journal | Jan 12, 2024

Kristina McCloy, founder of the Concerned Parents of Hinsdale, a local civic group advocating for the families of Hinsdale, expressed concern over the recent influx of migrants into the area and its potential impact on local families.

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Safe Suburbs PAC: ‘This makes 5 gun arrests in under a year at the Naperville TopGolf’

By DuPage Policy Journal Reports | Jan 10, 2024

The Safe Suburbs PAC has raised concerns about public safety after a recent gun-related arrest at Naperville's TopGolf, marking the fifth such incident in less than a year.

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Locals suggest those in favor of relocating illegal immigrants in suburban communities take them into their homes

By DuPage Policy Journal Reports | Dec 27, 2023

The response to Western Springs native Lisa Laidlaw in suggesting Hinsdale residents embrace trainloads of illegal immigrants dropped into the city was swift.

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Coyne on arrest of armed trio: ‘It's a dangerous trend that is a direct result of Illinois liberals refusal to keep dangerous criminals in jail’

By DuPage Policy Journal | Dec 7, 2023

Safe Suburbs PAC founder Kevin Coyne expressed growing concerns about the arrest of three armed individuals in Naperville arrested while possessing machine guns and drugs, emphasizing a dangerous trend.

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Lopez: ‘Businesses like Vesecky’s, which opened in 1904, are the cornerstones of every community within the 4th District’

By Chicago City Wire | 5 months ago

Ray Lopez, Alderman of Chicago's 15th Ward and a candidate for the 4th Congressional District, recently emphasized the importance of supporting local entrepreneurship following the closure of Vesecky’s, a renowned Bohemian bakery.

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GOP congressional candidate Niki Conforti highlights conservative values at AMP Banquet

By DuPage Policy Journal | Nov 22, 2023

Niki Conforti, the Republican candidate for Illinois’ 6th District, shared her recent experience attending the Abstinence & Marriage Education Partnership banquet, where she had the honor of meeting Bridget Ziegler, founder of the influential conservative parent activist group "Moms For Liberty," and renowned author Pastor Erwin Lutzer of The Moody Church.

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Jaquan Wilkins was free on attempted murder charge at time of armed robbery of woman with infant at Woodfield Mall

By DuPage Policy Journal Reports | Nov 15, 2023

Jaquan Wilkins who was arrested after leading police on a chase following the alleged robbery of a woman with an infant at the Woodfield Mall has an open attempted murder case pending.

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Armed robbery suspect apprehended by Oak Brook Police after high-speed pursuit

By DuPage Policy Journal Reports | Nov 9, 2023

A man who allegedly robbed a woman with an infant at gunpoint in the Schaumburg Mall parking lot on Thursday was captured after leading police on a chase.

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Census Bureau: 6% of people in DuPage County identified as multiracial in 2021

By DuPage Policy Journal | Nov 3, 2023

Of the 934,094 citizens living in DuPage County in 2021, 94% said they were only one race, while 6% said they were two or more races, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained in June.

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Suburban man charged with throwing rocks at Gov. Pritzker mansion, stalking

By DuPage Policy Journal Report | Oct 12, 2023

A Villa Park man was charged with stalking Gov. J.B. Pritzker this week after being arrested for allegedly throwing rocks at Pritzker's Gold Coast mansion.

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One arrested in connection to Willowbrook mass shooting

By DuPage Policy Journal Report | Oct 9, 2023

Anthony Mothershed, 19, has been arrested in connection to the mass shooting that took place at a Juneteenth celebration in Willowbrook in June 2023. The shooting occurred at a strip mall parking lot and resulted in one fatality and multiple injuries.

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Op-ed: Blair: The graying of the suburbs is coming. Local communities need to prepare

By James Blair, CEO of Paschen | 8 months ago

When one thinks of the suburban communities around Chicago, it is natural to think about young families.

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Sen. Lewis: 'Events like these that connect residents with their local police officers in low-key, non-emergency settings build important relationships'

By DuPage Policy Journal Report | Aug 4, 2023

Senator Seth Lewis and State Representative Jennifer Sanalitro took part in National Night Out events in Itasca, Bloomingdale and Carol Stream on August 1 and 2.