June, 2024 Stories | Dupage Policy Journal

Unity Point Community Consolidated School District 140 Board met June 13

By Philip Gonzales | Jun 18, 2024

Unity Point Community Consolidated School District 140 Board met Thursday, June 13

City of Carbondale Sustainability Commission met May 16

By Philip Gonzales | Jun 18, 2024

City of Carbondale Sustainability Commission met Thursday, May 16

City of Carbondale Preservation Commission met June 17

By Philip Gonzales | Jun 18, 2024

City of Carbondale Preservation Commission met Monday, June 17

City of Carbondale Sustainability Commission will meet June 20

By Philip Gonzales | Jun 18, 2024

City of Carbondale Sustainability Commission will meet at 5 p.m, Thursday, June 20

City of Carterville City Council met May 14

By Philip Gonzales | Jun 18, 2024

City of Carterville City Council met Tuesday, May 14

Carbondale Community High School District 165 Board of Education will meet June 20

By Philip Gonzales | Jun 18, 2024

Carbondale Community High School District 165 Board of Education will meet at 6 p.m., Thursday, June 20

Illinois election rule changes deemed unconstitutional by court

By Carbondale Reporter | Jun 18, 2024

Last month, Democrats amended a Senate child welfare bill and enacted legislation that changed Illinois election rules within 48 hours. The law was subsequently found unconstitutional.

Illinois election law changes deemed unconstitutional

By Carbondale Reporter | Jun 18, 2024

Last month, Democrats made significant amendments to a Senate child welfare bill and, within less than 48 hours, passed legislation altering Illinois election rules during an ongoing election cycle. This law was subsequently found unconstitutional.

National Go Fishing Day promotes outdoor relaxation on June 18

By Carbondale Reporter | Jun 18, 2024

National Go Fishing Day encourages people to get outside, drop a line, and start fishing. Taking a break and fishing can be a relaxing and fun activity for all ages.

Williamson County residents pay $101,522 in County Sales Tax in March

By Carbondale Reporter | Jun 17, 2024

In March, Williamson County saw a decrease in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Students at Carbondale Elementary School District 95 suspended or expelled 432 times in a single school year

By Carbondale Reporter | Jun 17, 2024

There were 432 students suspended in Carbondale Elementary School District 95 in a single school year according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Salukis swimmers prepare for international competitions aiming for Olympic qualifications

By Carbondale Reporter | Jun 17, 2024

The Southern Illinois Swimming and Diving team is sending six returning swimmers and one incoming athlete to compete on the international stage this week.

Illinois celebrates National Mascot Day with over 150 unique mascots

By Carbondale Reporter | Jun 17, 2024

Did you know that today is National Mascot Day? Mascots celebrate the personality and spirit that mascots bring to schools, companies, teams, and more. Learn more about Illinois’ more than 150 original mascot names in the latest edition of The Caucus Blog at the link below! https://www.thecaucusblog.com/2023/08/illinois-is-home-to-unique-mascot-names.html

National Mascot Day celebrates spirit across various institutions

By Carbondale Reporter | Jun 17, 2024

Did you know that today is National Mascot Day? As a proud Benton Ranger, I want to recognize the many mascots that celebrate the personality and spirit that mascots bring to schools, companies, teams, and more. Learn more about Illinois’ more than 150 original mascot names in the latest edition of The Caucus Blog at the link below! This website is a state-sponsored and funded site and as such campaign-related posts, content, and comments are prohibited by ethics regulations.

How many times were students suspended or expelled in Carbondale Community High School District 165 in 2021-22 school year?

By Carbondale Reporter | Jun 16, 2024

There were 1,649 students suspended in Carbondale Community High School District 165 in a single school year according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Carbondale Reporter area weekly mass times

By Carbondale Reporter | Jun 15, 2024

The following parishes in the Carbondale Reporter coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

llinois State House District 118 candidate: 'Illinoisans already pay the highest effective tax rates in the nation and Democrats continue to ask for more'

By Carbondale Reporter | Jun 15, 2024

Illinois State House District 118 candidate Paul Jacobs stated, "Illinoisans already pay the highest effective tax rates in the nation and Democrats continue to ask for more." He made this statement in a June 11 Facebook post.