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Manhattan School District 114: How many students failed Math test in 2021-22 school year?

By Will County Gazette | Feb 13, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 57.7% of Manhattan School District 114 students failed the Math portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Test expectations: How many students met or exceeded Math IAR expectations in Chaney-Monge School District 88 in 2021-22 school year?

By Will County Gazette | Feb 13, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 4.4% of Chaney-Monge School District 88 students passed the Math portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Baldermann on illegal immigrant resettling: ‘Our municipality has no desire to accept any funding for this issue’

By Will County Gazette | Feb 13, 2024

New Lenox Mayor Tim Baldermann has asserted that the municipality has not received any correspondence regarding funding for housing illegal immigrants from the state or any other entity. Furthermore, he emphasized the town's position, expressing no inclination to accept funding for this issue and highlighting concerns over resources and vetting procedures for potential migrants.

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Who voted in Central E City of Joliet: Precinct Joliet Pct 028 during 2020 Presidential Election?

By Will County Gazette | Feb 13, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Will County Gazette analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 460 voters in Central E City of Joliet: Precinct Joliet Pct 028 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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1 gas station in cities throughout Will County had the cheapest premium gas in week ending Feb. 10

By Will County Gazette | Feb 13, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Will County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 10, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Will County experienced increase in median home valuation prices in January 2024 compared to January 2023

By Will County Gazette | Feb 13, 2024

In January, the median sale price of a home in Will County rose by $39,000 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales increased by 4.9%.

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Rep. Ozinga Calls for Support on Property Tax Relief Bill

By Will County Gazette | Feb 13, 2024

State Representative Tim Ozinga (R-Mokena) is urging fellow lawmakers to support a property tax relief bill aimed at addressing the high property tax burden in Illinois. In a statement, Rep. Ozinga emphasized the need to rectify the disparities in property tax rates across the state, which he believes are causing undue hardship on families, communities, and businesses."There is a great injustice occurring in the state of Illinois that we have the power to fix," said Rep. Ozinga. "The high property tax burden is suffocating families, communities, and businesses, especially...

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State Representative Tim Ozinga Advocates for Property Tax Reduction

By Will County Gazette | Feb 13, 2024

State Representative Tim Ozinga (R-Mokena) recently addressed the House floor, advocating for his legislation aimed at reducing property taxes. In his speech, Ozinga emphasized the need for relief for homeowners burdened by exorbitant tax rates. Ozinga's proposed legislation seeks to provide much-needed respite to property owners who have been grappling with the financial strain of high property taxes. He highlighted the detrimental impact that these taxes have on homeowners, particularly those on fixed incomes, stating, "Our communities are suffering, and hardworking...

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Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central Village of Mokena: Precinct Frankfort Pct 012

By Will County Gazette | Feb 13, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Will County Gazette analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 947 voters in Central Village of Mokena: Precinct Frankfort Pct 012 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Q4 2023 Recap: 4 parolees from Will County convicted of sex crimes set for supervised release

By Will County Gazette | Feb 12, 2024

There were four offenders convicted of sex crimes living in Will County released on parole during the fourth quarter of 2023, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Will County Gazette.

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Mokena School District 159: How many students failed ELA test in 2021-22 school year?

By Will County Gazette | Feb 12, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 58.7% of Mokena School District 159 students failed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Laraway Community Consolidated School District 70C: How many students met or exceeded expectations in Math in 2021-22 school year?

By Will County Gazette | Feb 12, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 5.7% of Laraway Community Consolidated School District 70C students passed the Math portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Bolingbrook residents paid 11th-largest sum in sales taxes per municipality in Illinois during 2022

By Will County Gazette | Feb 12, 2024

Bolingbrook residents paid $41.9 million in sales taxes, the 11th highest total paid per municipality in 2022.

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Who voted in Southern Village of Tinley Park: Precinct Frankfort Pct 010 during 2020 Presidential Election?

By Will County Gazette | Feb 12, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Will County Gazette analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 1,080 voters in Southern Village of Tinley Park: Precinct Frankfort Pct 010 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Happy Birthday President Lincoln!

By Will County Gazette | Feb 12, 2024

On February 12th, 1809, President Abraham Lincoln was born. President Lincoln had a profound effect on his home state of Illinois, and the entire nation, through his work to end slavery in the United States. Happy birthday, Mr. President!President Lincoln's legacy as a champion of freedom and equality is still celebrated today. His efforts to abolish slavery and preserve the Union during the Civil War have left an indelible mark on American history. In honor of President Lincoln's birthday, citizens across the country are reflecting on his contributions and...

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Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central N Township of Green Garden: Precinct Green Garden Pct 001

By Will County Gazette | Feb 12, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Will County Gazette analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 1,057 voters in Central N Township of Green Garden: Precinct Green Garden Pct 001 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Will County in week ending Feb. 10?

By Will County Gazette | Feb 12, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Will County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Feb. 10, according to GasBuddy.com.

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How did Central NE Village of Bolingbrook: Precinct Dupage Pct 004 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By Will County Gazette | Feb 12, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Will County Gazette analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 865 voters in Central NE Village of Bolingbrook: Precinct Dupage Pct 004 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Northwestern City of Crest Hill: Precinct Lockport Pct 013

By Will County Gazette | Feb 11, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Will County Gazette analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 1,485 voters in Northwestern City of Crest Hill: Precinct Lockport Pct 013 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Southeastern Village of Tinley Park: Precinct Frankfort Pct 009

By Will County Gazette | Feb 11, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Will County Gazette analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 1,081 voters in Southeastern Village of Tinley Park: Precinct Frankfort Pct 009 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.