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Keicher criticizes Pritzker's address; calls for accountability in Illinois

State Representative Jeff Keicher has expressed his concerns following Governor JB Pritzker's State of the State and Budget Address.

By DeKalb Times | Feb 19, 2025

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Bill proposing changes to senior driver license renewals advances in Illinois

Legislation aimed at easing driver's license renewal for older adults has advanced in Illinois.

By DeKalb Times | Feb 19, 2025

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FOIA Request Sent to Dekalb County Sheriff's Office Regarding Inmates with ICE Detainers on February 18, 2025

By DeKalb Times | Feb 18, 2025

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Dekalb County Sheriff's Office on February 18, 2025.

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Keicher and Reick announce Tele-Town Hall for February 26

By DeKalb Times | Feb 14, 2025

State Representatives Jeff Keicher and Steve Reick are set to host a live Tele-Town Hall on February 26 at 6:30 p.m. The event aims to provide constituents with a legislative update from Springfield, followed by an opportunity for residents to ask...

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Illinois urged towards ethics reform following Madigan's guilty verdict

By DeKalb Times | Feb 13, 2025

During the trial of former Illinois Speaker of the House Michael Madigan, testimony revealed his involvement in bribery and ghost jobs.

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Illinois legislator calls for ethics reform following Madigan's guilty verdict

By DeKalb Times | Feb 12, 2025

State Representative Jeff Keicher, a Republican from Sycamore, expressed approval following the jury's verdict in the federal corruption case against Michael J. Madigan, former Illinois House Speaker.

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FOIA Request Sent to Dekalb County Election Division Regarding Upcoming Election Candidates on February 5, 2025

By DeKalb Times | Feb 5, 2025

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Dekalb County Election Division on February 5, 2025.

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DeKalb ranks 60th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois during November 2024

By DeKalb Times | Feb 4, 2025

DeKalb residents paid $1.5 million in sales taxes, ranking 60th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in November 2024.

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DeKalb County responsible for 45th-highest sales tax revenue in Illinois during November 2024

By DeKalb Times | Feb 3, 2025

DeKalb County residents paid $455,724 in sales taxes, the 45th highest total paid per county in November 2024.

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DeKalb County taxpayers give $135,784 in County Sales Tax in November 2024

By DeKalb Times | Feb 2, 2025

In November 2024, DeKalb County saw an increase in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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DeKalb County residents pay $319,940 in Countywide Sales Tax in November 2024

By DeKalb Times | Feb 1, 2025

In November 2024, DeKalb County saw an increase in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Springfield legislators begin 2025 session with committee assignments

By DeKalb Times | Jan 31, 2025

Legislators have reconvened in Springfield this week to receive their committee assignments and continue filing new bills for the 2025 Spring Session.

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FOIA Request Sent to Dekalb County Sheriff's Office Regarding Immigration Detainer Records on January 29, 2025

By DeKalb Times | Jan 29, 2025

FOIA Request to Dekalb County Sheriff's Office Regarding Immigration Detainer Records Issued by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Agency on January 29, 2025.

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FOIA Request Sent to Hiawatha Community Unit School District 426 Regarding Emails and Memos on January 28, 2025

By DeKalb Times | Jan 28, 2025

On January 28, 2025, a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Hiawatha Community Unit School District 426.

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FOIA Request Sent to Sycamore Community Unit School District 427 Regarding Emails and Memos on January 28, 2025

By DeKalb Times | Jan 28, 2025

On January 28, 2025, a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Sycamore Community Unit School District 427.

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FOIA Request Sent to Hiawatha Community Unit School District 426 Regarding Emails and Memos on January 28, 2025

By DeKalb Times | Jan 28, 2025

On January 28, 2025, a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Hiawatha Community Unit School District 426.

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FOIA Request Sent to Genoa-Kingston Community Unit School District 424 Regarding Emails and Memos on January 28, 2025

By DeKalb Times | Jan 28, 2025

On January 28, 2025, a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Genoa-Kingston Community Unit School District 424.

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FOIA Request Sent to Hiawatha Community Unit School District 426 Regarding Emails and Memos on January 28, 2025

By DeKalb Times | Jan 28, 2025

On January 28, 2025, a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Hiawatha Community Unit School District 426.

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FOIA Request Sent to Indian Creek Community Unit District 425 Regarding Emails and Memos on January 28, 2025

By DeKalb Times | Jan 28, 2025

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Indian Creek Community Unit District 425 on January 28, 2025.

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FOIA Request Sent to Sycamore Community Unit School District 427 Regarding Emails and Memos on January 28, 2025

By DeKalb Times | Jan 28, 2025

On January 28, 2025, a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Sycamore Community Unit School District 427.