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In today's newsletter:

  • See which Elmhurst streets are slated for major repaving next year
  • Why Elmhurst's elected officials still earn 1990s-level pay
  • Why tornado sirens startled Elmhurst in the middle of the night

Also on today's calendar: Brain Fair and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What do evil hens lay? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Clouds giving way to some sun, with a high of 79 and low of 62 degrees.
  • Thursday: Mostly sunny; low humidity, temps: high: 81, low: 63.
  • Friday: Humid with partial sunshine, with a high of 79 and low of 64 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. These Elmhurst Streets To Be Repaved Next Year (patch.com) — Elmhurst residents can expect major street work next year as the city advances a five-year plan to repave 7.5 miles of roadway annually, aiming for a 20-year replacement cycle. Key 2027 projects include a full overhaul of Cayuga Avenue, significant safety and accessibility upgrades at Butterfield Road and York Street, and continued resurfacing on several Northwest Elmhurst streets.
   

2. Elmhurst Aldermen Get No Raise In 25 Years (patch.com) — Elmhurst residents are learning that their aldermen and mayor have gone 25 years without a raise, leaving today's pay far below what inflation would suggest. The article explores how low compensation may limit who can afford to serve, compares Elmhurst's pay to nearby governments, and notes that any increase could only apply to future terms.
   

3. DuPage County Tornado Sirens Go Off By Mistake (patch.com) — Early Tuesday morning, Elmhurst residents and others across DuPage County were startled when tornado sirens sounded around 3 a.m., only to learn it was an accidental activation during a system test. County 911 officials quickly shut the sirens off, apologized for the confusion, and the National Weather Service confirmed no weather emergency had triggered the alarms.
   

4. Elmhurst Metra Station Project Delayed Again (patch.com) — Elmhurst commuters face a longer wait for a new Metra station as city budget documents show engineering work stretching into late 2026 and construction pushed to 2027–28. With projected costs nearly doubling over six years and heavy reliance on grants and TIF-backed debt, aldermen continue debating whether the long-discussed project will actually move forward.
   

5. Elmhurst Man Follows Pedestrians Home In His Car: Cops (patch.com) — Elmhurst police recently handled several local cases, including a man accused of following pedestrians home in his car and separate arrests for trespassing, burglary, and retail theft at Route 83 and York Street businesses. Officers also responded to an alleged order-of-protection violation at Elmhurst Hospital and reported additional shoplifting incidents, underscoring ongoing public safety concerns around town.
   

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Deviled eggs (Thank you Karla H. for sending it in!)
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