July, 2017 Stories | Dupage Policy Journal

State tax hike means Harrisburg's richest get richer

By LGIS News Service | Jul 28, 2017

School’s out in the summertime. So when Harrisburg’s Mike and Angella Gauch decided they would drive to Springfield earlier this month, getting out of work wasn’t a concern.

Suburban property taxpayers would be on hook for CPS’ $17B in debt if schools bill becomes state law

By Chicago City Wire reports | Jul 28, 2017

A measure that would require homeowners in Chicago’s suburbs to pay off Chicago Public Schools’ $17 billion in debt is expected to go to Gov. Bruce Rauner’s desk for his signature later this month.

State school funding bill would micromanage public school spending — down to the cent

By LGIS News Service | Jul 27, 2017

State bureaucrats will dictate how many teachers Illinois school districts must hire and how much to pay them if a school funding bill is signed into law this month.

Mounting tax burden called no match for soaring pension debt in Illinois

By Glenn Minnis | Jul 27, 2017

Illinois ranks third in the nation in unfunded pension liability despite being saddled with some of the most stifling tax burdens in the country.

William Harris Elementary School post test results

By Local Labs News Service | Jul 24, 2017

William Harris Elementary School's 2016 standardized test scores decreased compared to scores from 2015, according to a report recently released by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE).

Thomas Jefferson Middle School post test results

By Local Labs News Service | Jul 23, 2017

Thomas Jefferson Middle School's 2016 standardized test scores decreased compared to scores from 2015, according to a report recently released by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE).

Analysis: Income tax hike will cost DeWitt County residents $4.2M more this year

By Kyle Wahe | Jul 22, 2017

DeWitt County residents will pay an additional $4,208,400 in state income taxes this year, according to an analysis by Local Government Information Services (LGIS).

Stevenson Accelerated School post test results

By Local Labs News Service | Jul 22, 2017

Stevenson Accelerated School's 2016 standardized test scores decreased compared to scores from 2015, according to a report recently released by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE).

Patsy Colebar acquires 136 Wisconsin Drive, Decatur

By Local Labs News Service | Jul 22, 2017

The home at 136 Wisconsin Drive, Decatur was sold on June 15, 2017 by Bonnie R. James for $83,000. The buyer was Patsy Colebar.

Cartus Financial Corp. sells 41 Valley Drive, Decatur

By Local Labs News Service | Jul 22, 2017

On June 15, 2017, Krystal Baer purchased a home at 41 Valley Drive, Decatur from Cartus Financial Corp. for $168,500.

Cartus Financial Corp. buys 5260 E. Harbour Court, Decatur

By Local Labs News Service | Jul 22, 2017

The home at 5260 E. Harbour Court, Decatur was sold on June 15, 2017 by Jamee M Chancey for $256,000. The buyer was Cartus Financial Corp..

Jeremiah Arney unloads 304 E. Pierson Ave., Decatur

By Local Labs News Service | Jul 22, 2017

On June 15, 2017, Ruth A. Laverty purchased a home at 304 E. Pierson Ave., Decatur from Jeremiah Arney for $59,000.

Debbie L Koin unloads 115 Nordic Hills Drive, Decatur

By Local Labs News Service | Jul 22, 2017

On June 14, 2017, Debbie L Koin sold their home at 115 Nordic Hills Drive, Decatur to Craig L Stevens Jr. for $120,000.

Jody Travis sells 810 Baker Drive, Mount Zion

By Local Labs News Service | Jul 22, 2017

On June 14, 2017, Krista K Schwartz purchased a home at 810 Baker Drive, Mount Zion from Jody Travis for $119,900.

Secretary of Housing and Urban Development purchase 2263 Wilcox Lane, Decatur

By Local Labs News Service | Jul 22, 2017

The home at 2263 Wilcox Lane, Decatur was sold on June 13, 2017 by Timothy C Mahan for $69,072. The buyers were Secretary of Housing and Urban Development.