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Rep. Keicher's mic cut during call for decency in Illinois House

State Representative Jeff Keicher from Sycamore experienced a disruption during his speech on the Illinois House floor.

By DeKalb Times | Mar 25, 2025

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State law limits Illinois' energy goals amid calls to lift nuclear ban

Access to reliable energy is closely linked to economic development.

By DeKalb Times | Mar 25, 2025

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Illinois urged to focus on economic growth to address financial problems

By DeKalb Times | Mar 24, 2025

Illinois' unemployment rate stands at 4.9%, nearly a full percentage point higher than the national average of 4.1%.

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Illinois lawmakers push new measures against human trafficking

By DeKalb Times | Mar 20, 2025

State Representative Jeff Keicher emphasized the need to combat human trafficking and sexual exploitation, particularly concerning vulnerable children.

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Jeff Keicher emphasizes balanced regulation for artificial intelligence

By DeKalb Times | Mar 19, 2025

State Representative Jeff Keicher has emphasized the need for a balanced approach to regulating artificial intelligence (AI) technologies.

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Illinois Rep. Jeff Keicher proposes bill to eliminate franchise tax

By DeKalb Times | Mar 17, 2025

State Representative Jeff Keicher has introduced a bill aimed at eliminating the franchise tax in Illinois.

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Rep. Keicher criticizes Democrat policies for high unemployment in Illinois

By DeKalb Times | Mar 13, 2025

Speaking on the House floor, State Representative Jeff Keicher criticized Democrat policies, claiming they are responsible for Illinois' unemployment rate remaining significantly higher than the national average.

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Illinois Democrats criticized over alleged suppression of public input

By DeKalb Times | Mar 12, 2025

The Illinois General Assembly, dominated by a Democratic supermajority, is facing criticism for its handling of public participation in the legislative process.

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Illinois maintains rich tradition of apple growing

By DeKalb Times | Mar 11, 2025

Illinois has a long-standing tradition of apple growing, deeply embedded in its agricultural history.

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DeKalb County ranks 92nd highest in Illinois for per capita government transfer income at $9,349 in 2022

By DeKalb Times | Mar 10, 2025

In 2022, residents of DeKalb County received an average of $9,349 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 11th lowest in Illinois.

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Sycamore ranks 96th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois during December 2024

By DeKalb Times | Mar 9, 2025

Sycamore residents paid $964,308 in sales taxes, ranking 96th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in December 2024.

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DeKalb County ranks 19th in Illinois for government transfer dependency at 18.3% in 2022

By DeKalb Times | Mar 6, 2025

In 2022, government transfers made up 18.3% of income in DeKalb County—ranking it 19th least dependent among Illinois counties.

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DeKalb residents rank 58th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois for December 2024

By DeKalb Times | Mar 4, 2025

DeKalb residents paid $1.5 million in sales taxes, ranking 58th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in December 2024.

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Prairie State taxes: DeKalb County residents rank 52nd in total sales taxes paid for December 2024

By DeKalb Times | Mar 3, 2025

DeKalb County residents paid $365,350 in sales taxes, ranking 52nd in total sales taxes paid per county in December 2024.

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DeKalb County taxpayers give $72,426 in County Sales Tax in December 2024

By DeKalb Times | Mar 2, 2025

In December 2024, DeKalb County saw a decrease in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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DeKalb County residents pay $292,924 in Countywide Sales Tax in December 2024

By DeKalb Times | Mar 1, 2025

In December 2024, DeKalb County saw a decrease in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Illinois women legislators celebrate achievements during Women's History Month

By DeKalb Times | Mar 1, 2025

Women’s History Month, observed annually in the United States since 1987, has its origins in a weeklong event held in Sonoma, California, in 1978.

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DeKalb County: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 2.6% of income in 2022

By DeKalb Times | Mar 1, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 2.6% of income in DeKalb County, providing an average of $1,348 per capita to residents.

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Senator Syverson and Representative Keicher announce community blood drive in Hampshire

By DeKalb Times | Feb 27, 2025

State Senator Dave Syverson and State Representative Jeff Keicher are collaborating with Versiti Blood Center of Illinois to organize a Community Blood Drive.

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Illinois House Republicans propose relief measures for working families

By DeKalb Times | Feb 27, 2025

House Republicans in Illinois have introduced a series of legislative measures aimed at easing the financial challenges faced by working families.