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DeKalb Times area weekly mass times

By DeKalb Times | Mar 16, 2024

The following parishes in the DeKalb Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

DeKalb County weekly recap of home sales during week ending March 9

By DeKalb Times | Mar 16, 2024

There were two reported residential sales in DeKalb County in the week ending March 9, according to BlockShopper.com.

House Republicans Propose Legislative Package to Address IDFPR Failures

By DeKalb Times | Mar 15, 2024

House Minority Leader Tony McCombie, along with State Representatives Dave Severin and Bill Hauter, unveiled a legislative package aimed at addressing the issues plaguing the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR). The lawmakers expressed their concerns and proposed solutions during a press conference this week.McCombie highlighted the frustrations caused by IDFPR, emphasizing the need for immediate action, stating, "IDFPR is too often the barrier to people working." He stressed the urgency of the situation, calling for the agency to address...

Cheapest regular gas in cities across DeKalb County in week ending Mar. 9

By DeKalb Times | Mar 15, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout DeKalb County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 9, according to GasBuddy.com.

DeKalb County Forest Preserve District Board met February 28

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Mar 15, 2024

DeKalb County Forest Preserve District Board met 7 p.m. Wednesday, February 28.

Rep. Keicher Represents Illinois in Springfield

By DeKalb Times | Mar 15, 2024

Representative Keicher was recently spotted on the floor of the Illinois House of Representatives and during committee hearings at the Capitol in Springfield.

Early Detection and Treatment of Cancer Saves Lives

By DeKalb Times | Mar 14, 2024

Mar 14, 2024Cancer screenings offer a way for individuals to find out any signs of cancer in a particular area(s) of the body before the onset of any symptoms. These screenings can help find cancer in its early stages, and in doing so that can make treatments or finding a cure easier. In short, cancer screenings help save lives.Early detection is vital when it comes to cancer screenings. One in eight women in the United States will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime. When caught in its earliest stages, the five-year relative survival rate is 99 percent,...

Median home valuation prices in DeKalb County fell to $177,334 in February 2024 compared to February 2023

By DeKalb Times | Mar 12, 2024

In February, the median sale price of a home in DeKalb County fell by $4,666 from the same period in the previous year, while total sales decreased by 42.9%.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in DeKalb County in week ending Mar. 9?

By DeKalb Times | Mar 12, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout DeKalb County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Mar. 9, according to GasBuddy.com.

Rep. Keicher Honors Charlotte Thompson Reid in Recognition of Women’s History Month

By DeKalb Times | Mar 12, 2024

Rep. Jeff Keicher took to the House floor to pay tribute to former Illinois Congresswoman Charlotte Thompson Reid in honor of Women’s History Month. Keicher's words were a poignant reminder of the contributions made by women throughout history.