Will County Gazette

Test expectations: How many students met or exceeded ELA IAR expectations in Channahon School District 17 in 2021-22 school year?

By Will County Gazette | Dec 28, 2023

In the 2021-22 school year, 48.6% of Channahon School District 17 students passed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

From DuPage Policy Journal

Evans: ‘Ed Burke was a Chicago Alderman for 54 years and abused his position and his power as an elected official to enrich himself’

By DuPage Policy Journal | 11 months ago

Jerry Evans, a candidate for the 11th Congressional District, has voiced his concern over the recent conviction of former Chicago Alderman Ed Burke on 13 out of 14 counts, including racketeering conspiracy.

From South Cook News

2nd Congressional District candidate Ramos: ‘A caravan is headed to the US Border and could be the largest ever at over 15,000 people’

By South Cook News | 11 months ago

Ashley Ramos, a 2nd Congressional District candidate, voiced apprehension about the sizable migrant caravan approaching the US-Mexico border, cautioning that it could potentially exceed 15,000 people and become the largest on record.

Will County Board Historic Preservation Commission met Nov. 1

By Philip Gonzales | Dec 28, 2023

Will County Board Historic Preservation Commission met Wednesday, Nov. 1

Will County Board Legislative Committee met Dec. 5

By Philip Gonzales | Dec 28, 2023

Will County Board Legislative Committee met Tuesday, Dec. 5

From South Cook News

Ramos: ‘Unbelievable misuse of the VA’

By South Cook News | 11 months ago

Ashley Ramos, a candidate for the 2nd Congressional District, has raised concerns about what she and others consider a misuse of Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) healthcare resources.

Test expectations: How many students met or exceeded ELA IAR expectations in Manhattan School District 114 in 2021-22 school year?

By Will County Gazette | Dec 27, 2023

In the 2021-22 school year, 50.3% of Manhattan School District 114 students passed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Village of New Lenox Board of Trustees met Oct. 23

By Philip Gonzales | Dec 27, 2023

Village of New Lenox Board of Trustees met Monday, Oct. 23

Will County Board Finance Committee met Dec. 5

By Philip Gonzales | Dec 27, 2023

Will County Board Finance Committee met Tuesday, Dec. 5

From West Cook News

Suburban police agencies address illegal immigrant drop-offs prompting concerns over resource allocation

By West Cook News reports | 11 months ago

The Chicagoland area is grappling with an increase in busloads of illegal immigrants being dropped off in various municipalities, leading to concerns about the allocation of police resources.

Wilmington Community Unit School District 209U: How many students met or exceeded expectations in ELA in 2021-22 school year?

By Will County Gazette | Dec 26, 2023

In the 2021-22 school year, 55% of Wilmington Community Unit School District 209U students passed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Senate District 19 candidate Gasca supports open letter to former president Trump from Martin Luther King Republicans

By Will County Gazette | Dec 26, 2023

Senate District 19 candidate Samantha Gasca has endorsed an open letter from Jimmy Lee Tillman II, Founder and President of Martin Luther King Republicans, in praise of former President Donald J. Trump and inviting him to address concerns within the Black community in Chicago.

From DuPage Policy Journal

House District 81 candidate Porter launches website for those ‘who would like to learn a little bit more about why I’m running’

By DuPage Policy Journal | 11 months ago

Aaron Porter, a candidate for House District 81, has officially unveiled his campaign website.

Village of New Lenox Plan Commission met December 5

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Dec 26, 2023

Village of New Lenox Plan Commission met 7 p.m. Tuesday, December 5.

From Kendall County Times

ROE’s Professional Development Alliance officially dissolves

By John Kraft & Kirk Allen, Edgar County Watchdogs | 11 months ago

The 27-year Intergovernmental Agreement (“IGA”) between the Will County and Grundy-Kendall County Regional Offices of Education, which set up the Professional Development Alliance (“PDA”), will dissolve on December 31, 2023.

Will County Board Capital Improvements & IT Committee met Dec. 5

By Philip Gonzales | Dec 26, 2023

Will County Board Capital Improvements & IT Committee met Tuesday, Dec. 5

Village of Homer Glen Parks & Recreation Committee met Dec. 1

By Philip Gonzales | Dec 26, 2023

Village of Homer Glen Parks & Recreation Committee met Friday, Dec. 1

Merry Christmas!

By Will County Gazette | Dec 25, 2023

Today, December 25th, 2023, we celebrate the joyous occasion of Christmas. It is a time of togetherness, love, and goodwill towards all. On this special day, we extend our warmest wishes to everyone who is celebrating this festive season.As we exchange gifts and gather around the Christmas tree, it is important to remember the true meaning of Christmas. It is a time to reflect on the teachings of love, compassion, and generosity. This holiday holds a special place in the hearts of millions around the world, and it brings people together in a spirit of unity and harmony....

Did Union School District 81 students succeed or flounder in their 2021-22 school year Math tests?

By Will County Gazette | Dec 25, 2023

In the 2021-22 school year, 57.6% of Union School District 81 students passed the Math portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Village of New Lenox Safe Community Coalition America met Nov. 29

By Philip Gonzales | Dec 25, 2023

Village of New Lenox Safe Community Coalition America Wednesday, Nov. 29