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DeKalb County: Residents received $112.55 million per capita from Medicaid transfers in 2022

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 2.2% of income in DeKalb County, providing an average of $1,123 per capita to residents.

By DeKalb Times | Apr 13, 2025

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Illinois representatives seek tax reform before Tax Day

Representatives Jeff Keicher, Jackie Haas, and Joe Sosnowski addressed concerns about the high tax burden on Illinois families as the annual Tax Day draws near.

By DeKalb Times | Apr 11, 2025

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Rep. Keicher urges Illinois Assembly to provide tax relief amid Tax Day concerns

By DeKalb Times | Apr 11, 2025

Rep. Jeff Keicher held a press conference at the Capitol urging the Illinois General Assembly to address tax issues as Tax Day looms.

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Illinois House unanimous on bill changing senior drivers' road test age

By DeKalb Times | Apr 10, 2025

A bill proposing to raise the age requirement for mandatory road tests for senior drivers from 79 to 87 has passed the Illinois House unanimously.

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Illinois Republicans urge Democrats to address state agency issues

By DeKalb Times | Apr 8, 2025

At a press conference held at the State Capitol, House Republican Conference Chairman Jeff Keicher, along with State Representatives Charlie Meier, Patrick Sheehan, and Brad Fritts, criticized Illinois Democrats for their priorities and called for...

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Keicher urges action on chaos in Illinois state agencies

By DeKalb Times | Apr 8, 2025

Illinois state agencies are facing significant challenges, according to a statement by House Republican Conference Chairman Jeff Keicher at a recent press conference held at the State Capitol.

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Illinois Republicans urge action on state agency issues

By DeKalb Times | Apr 8, 2025

At a press conference held at the State Capitol, House Republican Conference Chairman Jeff Keicher and fellow State Representatives Charlie Meier, Patrick Sheehan, and Brad Fritts addressed issues they see with the current leadership of state...

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Rep. Keicher criticizes agency performance under Governor Pritzker's administration

By DeKalb Times | Apr 8, 2025

During a press conference, Rep. Jeff Keicher addressed concerns regarding the current state of chaos in Illinois state agencies under Governor Pritzker's administration.

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Prairie State taxes: DeKalb residents rank 65th in total sales taxes paid for January

By DeKalb Times | Apr 4, 2025

DeKalb residents paid $1.6 million in sales taxes, ranking 65th in total sales taxes paid per municipality in January.

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Recognizing and acting on child abuse during prevention month

By DeKalb Times | Apr 4, 2025

April is recognized as National Child Abuse Prevention Month, an annual campaign dedicated to raising awareness about the severe effects of child abuse and neglect.

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DeKalb County saw 13.4% increase in transfer dependency percentage since 1970 as of 2022

By DeKalb Times | Apr 4, 2025

In 2022, government transfers made up 18.3% of income in DeKalb County, an alarming 13.4% surge from 4.9% in 1970, according to information from the Economic Innovation Group.

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DeKalb County residents paid 50th-largest sum in sales taxes in Illinois during January

By DeKalb Times | Apr 3, 2025

DeKalb County residents paid $425,223 in sales taxes, the 50th highest total paid per county in January.

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$104,656 in County Sales Tax collected in January for DeKalb County

By DeKalb Times | Apr 2, 2025

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

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DeKalb County collects $320,567 in Countywide Sales Tax in January

By DeKalb Times | Apr 1, 2025

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

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Tax filing assistance available for Illinois residents before April 15 deadline

By DeKalb Times | Apr 1, 2025

The deadline for Illinois taxpayers to submit their state and federal income tax returns is Tuesday, April 15.

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DeKalb County plans multiple road improvements for 2025

By DeKalb Times | Mar 31, 2025

DeKalb County is slated to undertake multiple road and transportation improvement projects in 2025.

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Keicher addresses bill advancement issues and regional updates in Illinois

By DeKalb Times | Mar 27, 2025

State Representative Jeff Keicher shared his concerns and updates impacting Illinois in a recent newsletter.

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

By DeKalb Times | Mar 25, 2025

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

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

By DeKalb Times | Mar 25, 2025

Access to reliable energy is closely linked to economic development.

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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%.