Boltz to Reject Public Pension

Assessor candidate will not accept a government pension if elected

Breaking Down DuPage Mayors’ Goals for 2017

We decoded the jargon so you don’t have to.

Hundreds Protest Downers Grove Congressman

Rep. Peter Roskom was meeting with a Republican group in Palatine

DuPage County Board Officially Proposes Merger Between Clerk's Office, Election Commission

The proposal is available for public viewing online, and residents are encouraged to leave comments and concerns.

DuPage County Proposes Merging Election Commission, Clerk's Office: Everything You Need to Know

The proposal will go public next Tuesday.

DuPage County Finalizes 2017 Budget, Keeps Property Tax Rates Flat

The new budget will take effect Dec. 1.

Election Results: Downers Grove Residents Make It Clear They Prefer a Stormwater Utility Fee to Pay for $3.9-Million System

Tens of thousands voted in favor of a simple utility fee.

Map: All the Places You Can Vote in Downers Grove

Make sure you know where you're going.

Downers Grove Asks Residents How to Pay for $3.9 Million Stormwater Management System

The options are either through a property tax levy, a stormwater utility fee or a combination of the two.

Early Voting Starts Monday in Downers Grove

Residents can vote early until Nov. 5.

Downers Grove: This Is What Your Ballot Will Look Like In November

We also included some essential local voting information.

'Sextortion' Scandal Made State Rep. Ron Sandack Throw in the Towel: Police Reports

Recently released reports indicate that Downers Grove's Ron Sandack resigned after being blackmailed over a sex tape.

Village Council Appoints Teacher to Fill Council Vattimo's Vacancy

Within about two weeks of one commissioner's abrupt resignation, the council is at full strength again.

Downers Grove Officials Seek Resident Feedback on Funding Stormwater Management

Officials are educating residents on a referendum question they'll face in the upcoming November election via a campaign coined "YouTility."

Village Vows to 'Expeditiously' Fill Council Vacancy Via Past Applicants

Downers Grove officials already have a pool of qualified applicants to fill the void left by a resigning commissioner.

DuPage's War on Drugs: Board OKs Dollars for Medicine Drop-Offs; Heroin Prevention

The DuPage County Board approved funding this week for two measures that will combat local drug abuse.

Downers Grove Commissioner Abruptly Resigns

Another commissioner resigned from the Village Council on Monday.

Marge Earl Appointed to Downers Grove Village Council

Earl will fill the vacant spot left by the resignation of David Olsen.

Highland Avenue Bridge to Reopen a Week Early

The bridge in Lombard is expected to reopen Aug. 10.

Happy Hour Specials Now Allowed in Downers Grove

The village council voted 6 to 1 to pass the happy hour ordinance.

David Olson Will Replace Ron Sandack as 81st District Rep.

Olson has resigned from his position on the Downers Grove Village Council.

Sandack Reported Internet Scam to Downers Grove Police

Sandack said he quit because politics were getting too ugly, reports say.

Thank You, Rep. Sandack: Letter

"This week, Ron Sandack made the difficult choice to resign from elected office and spend more time with his family."

Sandack is a 'Caring Public Servant': House Republican Leader

Ron Sandack abruptly resigned July 24 from his state representative position.

State Rep. Ron Sandack Quits

The Downers Grove Republican gave up his seat for "cyber security issues."

Food Trucks Now Allowed in Downers Grove

Up to 10 food truck permits will be issued, first-come first-served.

Lane Closures Set for Butterfield Road in Downers Grove

Eastbound lanes will be closed July 12 for pavement repairs.

Pro-Life Group to Show Graphic Abortion Photos in Westmont

Members of the Pro-Life Action League will stand at Cass and Ogden avenues.

Not Even 'The Daily Show' Can Find a Happy Ending to the State Budget Crisis

Rep. Ron Sandack and Sen. Daniel Biss get called 'a couple of bickering muppets' in the June 28 episode.

School Supplies Donations Collected for Students in Need

Rep. Patti Bellock​ and People's Resource Center will gather school supplies donations until July 22.

Highland Avenue Repairs to Begin June 15

Construction is expected to be completed by Labor Day weekend.

Making Cents: Reduced Sales Tax Hits DuPage County

Downers Grove shoppers may not notice the tax drop on their bottom line Wednesday, but officials say it'll save $36 million a year.

'Urban Forest' Coming to Illinois Tollway

Tree seedlings will be given away April 29 to tollway customers at the Downers Grove headquarters.

Drawing Fair Lines - Last Call For Petitions

Why are Illinois citizens tackling gerrymandering with the Independent Map Amendment? http://www.mapamendment.org

Downers Grove to Host Pace Route Restructure Public Hearing

Highlights may include all-new Ogden Avenue bus route and over $1 million of new service.

Drawing Fair Lines - March

Why are Illinois citizens tackling gerrymandering with the Independent Map Amendment? http://www.mapamendment.org

Downers Grove's Top Democratic Presidential Campaign Contributors

See who in Downers Grove is contributing money to Hillary Clinton and Bernie Sanders.

Downers Grove's Top Republican Presidential Campaign Contributors

See who in Downers Grove is contributing to Donald Trump, Marco Rubio, Ted Cruz, John Kasich and Ben Carson.

DG Village Hall to Serve as Early Voting Site for 2016 General Primary Election

Early voting will take place Feb. 29 through March 12 in the committee room at Village Hall.

Mayor Martin Tully Named Governmental Leader of 2015

The DuPage Mayors and Managers Conference presented the annual leadership award.