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U.S. Census Bureau has facts and figures on the types of jobs we do, what we make for them, how we get to them and more.
"We are in support of the three bills," said Marc Miller, director of the Illinois Department of Natural Resources.
Offices help provide forecasts and information used to advise Wheaton and other suburban communities about potential weather threats.
Betsy Adamowski will take over Oct. 1 with the retirement of Director Sarah Meisels.
The Illinois Tollway on Wednesday began publishing on its website the names of businesses that have over $1,000 in fines.
Roosevelt University study shows Chicago has the worst heroin problem in the country, and the "epidemic" has spread to the suburbs. DuPage has seen a 48 percent increase in heroin deaths since 2008.
Pat Brady of St. Charles registers as a lobbyist for the ACLU.
The family found the Carnegie Hero Fund medal at a garage sale in Florida and, after uncovering its story, is returning the artifact to its commission.
The two-year project began Aug. 19 and has a "significant impact" on drivers, officials said.
With his run for the governor's office, state Sen. Kirk Dillard will be forced to relinquish his 24th District seat. Who wants it?
City officials are defending their handling of workplace harassment after a Chicago Tribune expose claimed that it was “tolerated and ignored for years.”
New law takes effect Jan. 1, 2014.
The Illinois senator and Democratic Majority Whip met with DuPage County leaders at an immigration-reform roundtable on Monday.
Illinois is now the 20th state to legalize the controversial substance.
After having his rollout dimmed by an "ironic" announcement from Lisa Madigan, Kirk Dillard has now lost the backing of a former ally to whom he is in financial debt.
Metra board chairman Brad O’Halloran said former Metra CEO Alex Clifford only accused Metra board members of applying political pressure for decisions after learning his contract might not be renewed, during Wednesday’s RTA meeting.
Chief of Police Mark Field answers our questions about Illinois' new concealed carry law.
The safety system makes regular phone calls to at-risk residents (also including the disabled) to make sure they're okay; it has already saved "several lives."
The Illinois Senate voted 41-17 to override Gov. Pat Quinn's amendatory veto; the House voted 77-31. Here's the local breakdown.
Illinois became the last state to legalize the private, licensed carry of concealed firearms on Tuesday, with the General Assembly overriding Gov. Pat Quinn's veto before a court-ordered deadline.
Officials say that cases of the blight have "exploded" in Wheaton, but that in Glen Ellyn officials seem to have it under control.
The Court ruled 5-4 that the ban on same-sex marriage is unconstitutional, violating the Fifth Amendment; here's what our readers had to say about it.
Rauner, who has a master's degree from Harvard, says the only way to restore Illinois to prosperity is to create a "booming economy" and prioritize education.
Under the new plan, various cosmetic and functional improvements would gradually be implemented into the downtown, including a particular focus on specific street blocks.
O'Connor, who made history as the first woman to serve on the U.S. Supreme Court, said money and influence threaten this country's judicial system.
The state had until June 9 to create regulations to allow concealed firearms.
Legislation would protect consumers who shop at pet stores.
The 2013 Wiesbrook School Tiger Trot on Saturday and the 2013 Briar Glen 3K Bulldog Run/Walk will close a few trees for a few hours this weekend.
The restrictions run through mid-September and mean that residents may only water their lawn on alternate days during certain times.
Senate Bill 494 would allow DuPage County Chairman Dan Cronin to make additional cuts to county operations.
Request for federal assistance in flood recovery approved for DuPage County.
If the request is approved, residents could apply for grants and federal loans to recover from last month's flooding.
The City of Wheaton will incur the cost to fix an old pipe that was faulty during last month's heavy rain.
A newly-released national database shows that there's a huge disparity in what hospitals charge patients for services. Delnor falls is the "1 to 2 times national average," according to the New York Times.
Park District, District 200 boards to vote on agreement to allow construction of turf fields behind Monroe Middle School.
DuPage County will host a Vendor Outreach Fair and Networking Forum May 10. Learn more about the upcoming event.
Tom Mouhelis, a Wheaton City Councilman for 12 years and veteran of the U.S. Air Force, retires from more than 40 years in public service.
While homelessness in DuPage County has decreased, there is a significant need for emergency shelter services and an increase in the number of students who are homeless.