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Seven of eight speakers in Aurora COW meeting against bonds for Casino

On October 18, 2022October 19, 2022 By admin

By Jason Crane The Aurora City Council listened to many citizens at the Tuesday, Oct. 18 Committee of the Whole meeting. They were against a proposal to supply $50 Million in municipal bonds for a new casino to be built. • Eight individuals used their voices for up to three...

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Government MoneyBill Foster

Funds help fight crime in Aurora, Joliet

On October 4, 2022October 3, 2022 By admin

Thursday, Sept. 29, congressman Bill Foster (D-IL) announced that Aurora and Joliet were awarded grants by the Department of Justice to prevent and control crime based on their needs. These grants, created by the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Program, will provide the cities with critical funding to support a...

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Kendall County Republican Party Steering Committee donates to Stamp Act PAC

On October 4, 2022October 4, 2022 By admin

Alexander Kennedy, left, Stamp Act PAC director, receives a donation from the Kendall County Republican Party Steering Committee.

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Government MoneyCapitol News Illinois Illinois Jerry Nowicki Unemployment

Illinois UI Fund reduced by $450 million

On September 27, 2022September 27, 2022 By admin

By Jerry Nowicki Governor JB Pritzker announced a plan Tuesday, Sept. 27 to reduce a $1.8 billion Unemployment Insurance Trust Fund deficit by $450 million through an infusion of unemployment-related revenues. The trust fund is the pool of money paid into by employers to provide a social safety net for...

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Money OpinionDeena Sherman Unions

Days off, pay increases, vital

On September 20, 2022September 19, 2022 By admin

Maybe you’ve wondered what is going on when you’ve watched teachers, or airline pilots on the picket line recently, or noted the narrowly-averted strike last week of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen. There are two fairly simple reasons: • Reasonable days off; The Locomotive Engineers who nearly walked...

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Aurora Area Retired Teachers Association (AARTA) assist to Aurora Area Interfaith Food Pantry

On September 6, 2022September 6, 2022 By admin

Aurora Area Retired Teachers Association (AARTA) donate $975 to Aurora Area Interfaith Food Pantry September 1.

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Money Matters offers financial help

On August 30, 2022August 30, 2022 By admin

By Emily Steele During the COVID-19 pandemic, budgets were stretched tight, and every dollar counted. That’s why Illinois Extension consumer economic educators make financial discussions easy to understand so you can explore your options and make informed decisions. Around the State and close to home, we offer reliable, unbiased research-based...

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Business Government MoneyBarbara Hernandez State representative Barbara Hernandez

Rebuild Illinois $3 million: Downtown Aurora

On August 23, 2022August 23, 2022 By admin

State representative Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, announces $3 million in Rebuild Illinois funding for streetscape improvements for Broadway Avenue in Aurora, which will modernize downtown infrastructure, beautify the area and promote business growth. “Broadway Avenue is the heart of our Aurora community, and it’s time for a makeover,” Hernandez said. “Our...

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Education Kids/Youth Money4-H Scholarship

Kane County 4-H Foundation names scholarship recipients

On July 26, 2022July 26, 2022 By admin

Kane County 4-H Foundation named four local 4-H members as scholarship recipients for 2022. Honorees were selected based on 4-H Youth Development program involvement, 4-H achievements, community service, school involvement, and future plans. High school seniors and post-high school students enrolled full-time in an educational program, were encouraged to apply....

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Commentary Money OpinionMarjorie Logman Money Reader's Commentary

Reader’s Commentary: We must decide on values, what type of prosperity

On July 19, 2022July 18, 2022 By admin

By Marjorie Logman,Aurora, Ill. I have been thinking about the state of affairs in the United States, especially considering elections are coming up. Experts say that many will vote according to the economy. I realize being a senior on a fixed income that it is an issue. Rent and food...

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Government MoneyBeth Hundsdorfer Capitol News Illinois

Found: Fraudulent claims

On June 21, 2022June 21, 2022 By admin

By Beth Hundsdorfer A state audit released Thursday, June 16 found nearly $2 billion in federal money intended to help unemployed Illinoisans during the pandemic was lost to fraudulent claims in Illinois. The Illinois Department of Employment Security blamed “insufficient and flawed federal guidance” and a lack of controls on...

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Feature MoneyDonna Crane Hemp

Versatile hemp crops assist Native American prosperity

On May 24, 2022May 23, 2022 By admin

First of two parts Winona LaDuke writes about Alex White Plume, a leader of the Ogala Lakota tribe, in the Spring 2021 edition of Yes! magazine: “More than 20 years ago, Alex White Plume, a leader of the Oglala Lakota, planted his first hemp crop on Wounded Knee Creek, on...

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Events MoneyAl Benson Geneva Public Library

‘Battle of Midway’ at Geneva Library

On May 10, 2022May 9, 2022 By admin

Greig R. Siedor of Geneva will present “The Battle of Midway” in commemoration of its 80th anniversary in June from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday, May 17, at Geneva Public Library, 227 S. Seventh Street, Geneva. The public is invited. Admission and parking are free. Siedor is a retired...

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Government MoneyKane County Kane County Treasurer Taxes

Kane County tax bills to be mailed April 29

On April 26, 2022April 25, 2022 By admin

Kane County treasurer, Michael J. Kilbourne, MBA, announced that 2021 Kane County Real Estate tax bills, that are payable in 2022, are expected to be mailed Friday, April 29. The first installment will be due on or before June 1, and the second installment will be due on or before...

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Habitat for Humanity receives gift

On April 26, 2022April 26, 2022 By admin

Habitat for Humanity Chicago (Habitat Chicago) and DuPage Habitat for Humanity/Habitat for Humanity Chicago South Suburbs (DuPage/CSS), along with Habitat for Humanity International and 82 other U.S. Habitat affiliate organizations, recently received $436 million in unrestricted giving from American author and philanthropist MacKenzie Scott. Of that, Habitat Chicago and DuPage/CSS...

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Government MoneyBudget Capitol News Illinois Illinois

Illinois governor signs $46 billion plan to pay debts

On April 19, 2022April 19, 2022 By admin

By Jerry Nowicki Governor JB Pritzker signed his final first-term budget into law Tuesday, a roughly $46 billion spending plan buoyed by pandemic-driven revenue windfalls and a current-year surplus that helped the State pay down debts and offer temporary tax relief. Among the three budget-related bills signed Tuesday, House Bill...

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Nicor Gas makes additional donation

On March 29, 2022March 29, 2022 By admin

Nicor Gas is making an additional $1 million available to The Salvation Army’s Shield of Caring program to help assist customers in need who may be struggling in the wake of rising energy prices and inflation that have been further strained by global conflicts. In October 2021, Nicor Gas contributed...

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Government MoneySean Casten

Government funds helpful

On March 22, 2022March 22, 2022 By admin

President Joe Biden, Tuesday March 12, signed into law historic government funding legislation passed by the House Wednesday, March 13 that is set to deliver $7.9 million in community project funding secured by congressman Sean Casten to Illinois’ 6th District. This funding, included in the appropriations government funding package, responds...

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MoneyGrants Quad County Urban League

Lift Zone: Quad County Urban League

On March 22, 2022March 22, 2022 By admin

Comcast announced Wednesday, March 16 that it has awarded the Quad County Urban League (QCUL) in Aurora a $27,000 “Lift Zone Opportunity Fund” grant. The grant will support digital skills training at the organization’s Lift Zone, which Comcast opened onsite in July 2021. Lift Zones are WiFi-connected safe spaces where...

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Roosevelt-Aurora American Legion Post 84 presents checks to Kane County and Kendall County Sheriffs

On March 8, 2022March 8, 2022 By admin

Commander Mike Eckburg, right, Roosevelt-Aurora American Legion Post 84, presents checks for $1,000 each to Sheriffs Dwight Baird, left, Kendall County, and Ron Hain, Kane County, at a recent Post 84 meeting.

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