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Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central NE Township of DeKalb: Precinct Dekalb 8

By DeKalb Times | Apr 18, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a DeKalb Times analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 577 voters in Central NE Township of DeKalb: Precinct Dekalb 8 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Roadside Trash Problem Headed for the Dump as Rep. Keicher Bill Unanimously Passes IL House

By DeKalb Times | Apr 18, 2024

State Representative Jeff Keicher's efforts to tackle the pervasive issue of roadside trash in Illinois have seen a significant breakthrough as his bill, House Bill 4848, was unanimously passed by the Illinois House of Representatives. The bill, aimed at addressing the problem of trash blowing off waste-hauling trucks, is now set for consideration by the State Senate.Keicher, who has been actively working on this issue for over a year, expressed his frustration with the ongoing problem, stating, "For years, I’ve been frustrated with the trash that’s been windblown from...

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How did Central SW City of Sycamore: Precinct Cortland 2 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By DeKalb Times | Apr 17, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a DeKalb Times analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 725 voters in Central SW City of Sycamore: Precinct Cortland 2 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Keicher Backed Bill to Improve Scott’s Law Awareness Passes House

By DeKalb Times | Apr 17, 2024

On April 17, 2024, a bill aimed at improving awareness of Scott’s Law passed the House with unanimous support. Scott’s Law, a crucial roadway safety regulation, mandates that drivers slow down and move over when passing any vehicle with hazard lights flashing on the side of the road.The sponsor of HB 4711, Rep. Jeff Keicher, emphasized the importance of the law and the need for drivers to adhere to it. Keicher highlighted that the bill requires individuals who answer Scott’s Law questions incorrectly on their written driving test to receive information about the law and...

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Rep. Keicher Bill Supporting Underage Trafficking Victims Unanimously Passes the House

By DeKalb Times | Apr 17, 2024

State Representative Jeff Keicher's bill aimed at supporting underage trafficking victims has unanimously passed the Illinois House of Representatives. The legislation, known as House Bill 5465, focuses on helping child victims of human trafficking heal and overcome their traumatic experiences.Keicher expressed his commitment to aiding trafficking victims, especially children, by stating, "Victims of human trafficking and sexual exploitation, especially children, represent our most vulnerable, and we need to do everything we can to help them through their recovery...

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Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central City of DeKalb: Precinct Dekalb 13

By DeKalb Times | Apr 16, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a DeKalb Times analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 512 voters in Central City of DeKalb: Precinct Dekalb 13 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Cheapest midgrade gas in cities across DeKalb County in week ending Apr. 13

By DeKalb Times | Apr 16, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout DeKalb County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Rep. Keicher Proposes Legislation to Ease Requirements for Senior Drivers

By DeKalb Times | Apr 16, 2024

WCIA recently interviewed Rep. Jeff Keicher regarding his proposed legislation aimed at simplifying the driver's license renewal process for senior citizens. Rep. Keicher's bill, HB 4431, has successfully progressed through the committee stage and is now awaiting consideration by the full Illinois House.In the interview, Rep. Keicher explained the key objective of his legislation, stating, "We need to end the onerous driving test requirement for senior citizen drivers and instead focus on driver history to determine when drivers of any age need to retake a driving test to...

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Rep. Keicher, Sen. DeWitte Join AARP to Call for End to Discriminatory Driving Law

By DeKalb Times | Apr 16, 2024

State Representative Jeff Keicher (R-Sycamore) and State Senator Don DeWitte (R-St. Charles) have joined AARP Illinois in a bipartisan effort to put an end to Illinois' unique requirement for extra driving tests for individuals aged 75 and older, regardless of their driving record or ability.“Every day, drivers over 75 years of age are capably and safely driving their grandchildren to school, picking up groceries and prescriptions, and driving to their doctor’s visits, just like the rest of us,” said Keicher. “There is simply no evidence to show that they need an extra...

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Illinois Lawmakers and AARP Advocate for Change in Driving Law

By DeKalb Times | Apr 16, 2024

Today at the Illinois Capitol, State Representative Jeff Keicher (R-Sycamore) and State Senator Don DeWitte (R-St. Charles) joined AARP Illinois for a bipartisan press conference to call for an end to Illinois’ status as the only state to mandate extra driving tests for those 75 and over, regardless of driving record or ability. House Bill 4431, filed in the House of Representatives by Keicher, would end this practice."We are here today to call attention to the need for Illinois to join the rest of the nation in eliminating this outdated requirement," expressed State...

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IL House Honors Memory of Deputy Christina M. “Beana” Musil

By DeKalb Times | Apr 16, 2024

In a solemn moment at the Illinois House of Representatives, State Rep. Jeff Keicher paid tribute to Deputy Christina M. “Beana” Musil by presenting House Resolution 698. The resolution aimed to honor the memory of the fallen Dekalb County Sheriff’s Deputy.The House resolution was a heartfelt gesture to commemorate the life and service of Deputy Christina M. “Beana” Musil. State Rep. Jeff Keicher's presentation on the House floor was a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by law enforcement officers in the line of duty.

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City of Sandwich Technology Improvement Committee met April 11

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Apr 16, 2024

City of Sandwich Technology Improvement Committee met 6 p.m. Thursday, April 11.

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1 gas station in cities throughout DeKalb County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Apr. 13

By DeKalb Times | Apr 15, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout DeKalb County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Apr. 13, according to GasBuddy.com.

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Who voted in Southern Township of Genoa: Precinct Genoa 2 during 2020 Presidential Election?

By DeKalb Times | Apr 15, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a DeKalb Times analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 992 voters in Southern Township of Genoa: Precinct Genoa 2 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

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Belvidere Community Unit School District 100 Board Policy and Personnel Committee met April 11

By Philip Gonzales | Apr 15, 2024

Belvidere Community Unit School District 100 Board Policy and Personnel Committee met Thursday, April 11

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City of Dekalb Citizen Police Review Board met April 11

By Philip Gonzales | Apr 15, 2024

City of Dekalb Citizen Police Review Board met Thursday, April 11

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City of Genoa Plan Commission met April 11

By Philip Gonzales | Apr 15, 2024

City of Genoa Plan Commission met Thursday, April 11

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City of Sandwich Historical Preservation Commission met April 11

By Philip Gonzales | Apr 15, 2024

City of Sandwich Historical Preservation Commission met Thursday, April 11

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City of Sandwich Citizens Advisory Committee met April 11

By Philip Gonzales | Apr 15, 2024

City of Sandwich Citizens Advisory Committee met Thursday, April 11

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City of Naperville Riverwalk Commission met April 10

By Philip Gonzales | Apr 15, 2024

City of Naperville Riverwalk Commission met Wednesday, April 10