September, 2024 Stories | Dupage Policy Journal

Illinois sees exodus of young professionals due to high taxes

By Sangamon Sun | Sep 13, 2024

A new study by SmartAsset indicates that Illinois is experiencing a significant outflow of young, high-earning professionals. The data reveals that Illinois ranks among the top states losing millennials to more tax-friendly regions. Specifically, in 2022, 1,323 households with individuals aged between 26 and 35 earning $200,000 or more left Illinois.

Illinois Manufacturers' Association names top lawmakers supporting industry

By Sangamon Sun | Sep 13, 2024

State Senator Tom Bennett (R-Gibson City) has been recognized as a top "Champion of Manufacturing" in the Illinois Manufacturers’ Association’s (IMA) 2024 Legislative Report Card.

Ducks Unlimited's efforts in Illinois support habitat conservation

By Sangamon Sun | Sep 13, 2024

Illinois hosts several organizations dedicated to conservation, among which Ducks Unlimited stands out. This organization is committed to conserving, protecting, and restoring habitats across the Prairie State.

Cheapest regular gas in cities across Menard County in week ending Sept. 7

By Sangamon Sun | Sep 13, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout Menard County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 7, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Logan County in week ending Sept. 7?

By Sangamon Sun | Sep 13, 2024

The lowest price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Logan County was found at two gas stations in the week ending Sept. 7, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Illinois College women's soccer remains unbeaten with victory over Great Lakes Christian College

By Sangamon Sun | Sep 12, 2024

JACKSONVILLE, Ill. – The Illinois College women's soccer team remained unbeaten on the season with a 2-0 victory over Great Lakes Christian College in a non-conference match on Thursday at England Stadium.

Identity theft affected 40 million U.S. adults in 2022

By Sangamon Sun | Sep 12, 2024

Identity theft, the unauthorized use of personal information, can have severe consequences for individuals and their families. Information such as birthdates, Social Security numbers, and account numbers are often exploited to commit fraud or theft. Identity thieves may establish credit card, bank, or other accounts in a victim's name and use them without their knowledge.

University of Illinois Extension offers farm business structure basics webinar

By Sangamon Sun | Sep 12, 2024

The University of Illinois Extension is offering a Farm Business Structure Basics Webinar on October 22 to assist producers in selecting the appropriate business structure for a farm or ranch operation.

Webster secures win over Illinois College with second-half goals

By Sangamon Sun | Sep 12, 2024

Webster scored two second-half goals to secure a 2-0 victory over Illinois College in a non-conference men's soccer match held Thursday at World Wide Technology Soccer Park in Fenton, Missouri.