March, 2024 Stories | Dupage Policy Journal

Unchanged number of lawyers with active licenses to practice in cities located within Boone County in February compared to previous month

By Rockford Sun | Mar 1, 2024

There was no change in the number of active legal licenses in cities within Boone County in February compared to the previous month.

$153,472 in Countywide Sales Tax collected in December 2023 for Boone County

By Rockford Sun | Mar 1, 2024

In December 2023, Boone County saw an increase in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Radical Legislation from IL Democrats on Full Display

By Rockford Sun | Mar 1, 2024

Illinois Democrats are making headlines with a series of provocative legislative proposals that are stirring controversy and sparking debate among residents and lawmakers alike.Rep. Anne Stava-Murray introduced House Bill 4876, which would redefine an "abused child" to include those whose parents deny abortion or gender-affirming services. Stava-Murray's proposal has raised concerns about parental rights and the potential removal of children from homes over medical decisions.Rep. Kelly Cassidy put forward House Bill 5152, which aims to offer a $500 income tax credit to...

A look at Symphony Northwoods, a nursing home in Belvidere, Illinois

By Rockford Sun | Mar 1, 2024

Owned by Symphony Healthcare, LLC since Nov. 22, 2011, Symphony Northwoods boasted an overall rating of four in the fourth quarter of 2023.

Senate Week in Review: Feb. 26 – March 1

By Rockford Sun | Mar 1, 2024

A recent Bloomberg News report highlighted the significant increase in migrants heading to Illinois, with a staggering 821 percent rise in the number of migrants listing an Illinois address from 2021 to 2023. Governor JB Pritzker's administration has been heavily focused on providing services for migrants, aiming to make Illinois the "Most Welcoming State in the Nation" for non-citizens. State Senator Dave Syverson expressed concerns about the Governor's priorities, urging a shift towards programs benefiting Illinois citizens.The Legislative Audit Commission recently...

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on regular gas in cities in Winnebago County in week ending Feb. 24?

By Rockford Sun | Mar 1, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Winnebago County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Feb. 24, according to GasBuddy.com.