June, 2024 Stories | Dupage Policy Journal

Cheapest regular gas in cities across Livingston County in week ending June 1

By McLean County Times | Jun 7, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Livingston County was found at three gas stations in the week ending June 1, according to GasBuddy.com.

$318,133 in County School Facility Tax collected in March for Livingston County

By McLean County Times | Jun 7, 2024

In March, Livingston County saw a decrease in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous month.

Illinois Wesleyan's Craig Onsrud named WGCA Assistant Coach of the Year

By McLean County Times | Jun 7, 2024

Illinois Wesleyan University women's golf assistant coach Craig Onsrud has been recognized as the Golf Pride Women's Golf Coaches Association Assistant Coach of the Year, announced by the WGCA on June 7. This marks the second time Onsrud has received this honor, with his first accolade coming in 2021.

Emma Thorman receives WGCA All-America honorable mention for golf achievements

By McLean County Times | Jun 7, 2024

Emma Thorman, a senior from Illinois Wesleyan University, has been named an All-American Honorable Mention by the Women's Golf Coaches Association of America. The announcement was made on June 7, marking the end of the 2023-24 awards season.

Rep Bunting addresses budget frustrations; increasing unemployment; data breach alert

By McLean County Times | Jun 7, 2024

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Illinois governor signs record-breaking $53B budget amid mixed legislative changes

By McLean County Times | Jun 7, 2024

Governor JB Pritzker signed into law a $53.1 billion spending plan this week, marking the largest budget in Illinois state history. The Fiscal Year 2025 budget is $2.6 billion more than last year’s enacted budget and includes pay raises for politicians and $1 billion allocated for non-citizens. Additionally, Democrats voted for $1 billion in tax hikes to fund the increased spending.

Illinois Wesleyan golfers earn Division III PING All-America honors

By McLean County Times | Jun 7, 2024

Illinois Wesleyan University has announced that three of its student-athletes have been named to the Division III PING All-America teams. The Golf Coaches Association of America revealed the selections on June 7, recognizing Bobby Beaubien, Griffin Pohl, and Michael Spitzer for their achievements in collegiate golf.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on E15 gas in cities in Livingston County in week ending June 1?

By McLean County Times | Jun 6, 2024

The only price of E15 gas in cities throughout Livingston County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 1, according to GasBuddy.com.

McLean County Unit School District 5 Board Policy Review Committee met June 5

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Jun 6, 2024

McLean County Unit School District 5 Board Policy Review Committee met 3 p.m. Wednesday, June 5.

Illinois Wesleyan athlete presents mental health podcast at Harvard entrepreneurship event

By McLean County Times | Jun 6, 2024

In recognition of the 50th anniversary of NCAA Division III, Illinois Wesleyan University is celebrating its athletic history with a monthly series. Among those highlighted is Marissa Hagler, a junior hurdler on the women's track and field team. Recently, Hagler traveled to Cambridge, Massachusetts, to participate in the inaugural Female Founder's Circle at Harvard University.

Mattison Plummer competes at NCAA Outdoor Championships in Oregon

By McLean County Times | Jun 6, 2024

Illinois State University junior Mattison Plummer concluded her season at the NCAA Outdoor Championships in Eugene, Oregon. Competing in the women's 3000m steeplechase, Plummer made her national debut on Thursday night at Hayward Field.

Judge rules Democrat mid-cycle election changes unconstitutional

By McLean County Times | Jun 6, 2024

Last month, Democrats' elections bill was introduced, passed through the General Assembly, and signed into law in less than two days. This law, which changed election rules mid-cycle, has now been found unconstitutional by a Sangamon County judge.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Livingston County in week ending June 1?

By McLean County Times | Jun 5, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Livingston County was found at a single gas station in the week ending June 1, according to GasBuddy.com.