October, 2016 Stories | Dupage Policy Journal

Analysis: Halpin’s state rep campaign sustained by funds from Madigan, Chicago Democrats

By Rock Island Today Reports | Oct 17, 2016

Rock Island State Representative hopeful Mike Halpin is largely relying on House Speaker Michael Madigan and Chicago Democrats to fund his campaign, according to an analysis of Illinois State Board of Elections filings by Rock Island Today.

McCombie says balanced state budget key to solving systemic problems

By Rock Island Today Reports | Oct 17, 2016

Savannna Mayor Tony McCombie, the Republican candidate for the District 71 state House seat, recently talked with Kelli Grubbs, host of the Quad Cities' Newsleaders show, about what led her to run for the state House.

Augustana inducts 2016 'Tribe of Vikings' Hall of Fame athletes

By Rock Island Today Reports | Oct 14, 2016

Just like most learning institutions, the coming of the new school year brings with it homecoming celebrations at Augustana College.

Augustana men's, women's basketball teams ready for new season

By Rock Island Today Reports | Oct 14, 2016

Augustana University has created a culture of winning among its basketball programs, and the optimism runs rampant heading into the 2016-2017 season that the successful tradition will continue.

Chicago Tribune endorses McGuire in District 72 state House race

By Rock Island Today Reports | Oct 14, 2016

Brandi McGuire, Republican candidate for the District 72 state House seat, recently received the endorsement of the Chicago Tribune editorial board.

3.57 percent of people in Hillsdale receive food stamps

By Rock Island Today Reports | Oct 13, 2016

3.57 percent of people in Hillsdale were receiving food stamps as of April 30, 2016, according to an analysis of the federal program by Rock Island Today.

2.25 percent of people in Coal Valley receive food stamps

By Rock Island Today Reports | Oct 13, 2016

2.25 percent of people in Coal Valley were receiving food stamps as of April 30, 2016, according to an analysis of the federal program by Rock Island Today.

Rock Island City Council discuss annual bike auction

By Rock Island Today Reports | Oct 12, 2016

The Rock Island City Council met Sept. 19 discuss annual bike auction.

Rock Island library board approve fundraising study

By Rock Island Today Reports | Oct 12, 2016

The Rock Island Public Library Board of Trustees met Oct. 4 approve fundraising study.

Silvis City Council approves outdoor music policy

By Rock Island Today Reports | Oct 12, 2016

The Silvis City Council met Oct. 4 to approve outdoor music policy.

Oak Lawn Joint Review Board review financial statement

By Rock Island Today Reports | Oct 12, 2016

The village of Oak Lawn Joint Review Board met Oct. 5 to review financial statement.

Rapids City discusses MFT project

By Rock Island Today Reports | Oct 12, 2016

The village of Rapids City Committee of the Whole met Aug. 30 to discuss MFT project.

McGuire sends Marine vet flags after pole stolen from yard

By Rock Island Today Reports | Oct 11, 2016

The kindness of a local Republican state House candidate touched the heart of a Moline veteran who is still hoping his homemade pole and flag, stolen from his front porch late last month, will turn up, a local news report said.

Illinois Federation for Right to Life endorses McGuire's state House bid

By Rock Island Today Reports | Oct 11, 2016

The Springfield-based Illinois Federation for Right to Life Federal Political Action Committee (IFRL-PAC) recently endorsed Republican Brandi McGuire in the race for the 72nd District state House seat.

Quad City Mallards extend contract with Fox Sports Radio

By Rock Island Today Reports | Oct 11, 2016

The Quad City Mallards will continue to have their games broadcast on Fox Sports Radio 1230 for the next two seasons, according to MyQCMallards.net.

McCombie voices support for 'No Budget, No Pay' bill

By Rock Island Today Reports | Oct 10, 2016

Echoing State Comptroller Leslie Munger’s warning that Illinois cannot continue functioning without a budget, Tony McCombie, Republican candidate for the District 71 state House seat, recently aligned with her fellow candidates to strengthen their collective message.