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Chicago Tribune
3 days ago
- Health
- Chicago Tribune
Little White School Museum in Oswego changes its Friday hours
The Little White School Museum at 72 Polk St. in Oswego has announced new hours of operation. The museum's Friday hours have been changed to 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., officials said in a press release. The schedule for the museum's other days of operation remain unchanged: 4 to 9 p.m. on Monday; 2 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday; and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. The museum is closed to visitors Tuesdays and Wednesdays. The research and archives area is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday and 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday. Admission to the museum is free, although donations are gratefully accepted, according to the release. The museum, a joint project of the non-profit Oswegoland Heritage Association and the Oswegoland Park District, showcases the history of the Oswego area. For more information about the museum, go to its webpage at email director@ or call 630-554-2999. State Rep. Dan Ugaste, R-Geneva, is teaming up with the Campton Hills Police Department for a prescription drug drop-off event from 9 to 11 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 14, at the Campton Hills Police Department, 40W270 La Fox Road, Suite B, in Campton Hills. The free outdoor event will allow residents to remain in their vehicles while dropping off unused, unwanted or expired prescription drugs, according to a press release about the event. Participants are asked to bring medications in a sealed plastic bag if possible. Accepted medications that can be disposed of include tablets, capsules and other solid forms of prescription drugs; patches, vaping devices and cartridges with lithium batteries removed; prescription ointments, pet medications and vitamins. Restricted items that will not be accepted include liquids, including intravenous solutions, syringes, needles and illegal drugs. For more information, contact Ugaste's office at 630-797-5530 or go to his website at The Forest Preserve District of Kane County will hold a program called 'The I&M Canal – Connecting Illinois Farms to the Nation and the World,' from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 23, at the Barbara Belding Lodge within Brewster Creek Forest Preserve at 6N921 Route 25 in St. Charles. During the program, Norm Moline, a historical geographer with experience in historic preservation, will recount the history of the Illinois and Michigan Canal, and its designation in 1984 as the nation's first National Heritage Area. The I&M Canal opened in 1848, and helped spur the development of Illinois, according to a press release about the program. Connecting the Illinois River and Mississippi River watersheds with the Great Lakes, the canal allowed the transport of products to distant places and dramatically expanded the link between farms and cities, the release stated. The program, for those 18 years old and older, is sponsored by the Forest Preserve District of Kane County, the St. Charles Park District and the Geneva Park District. The fee is $10 per person. Advance registration is required, organizers said. To register, go to call 630-444-3190 or email programs@ For more information on the program, go to or find the Forest Preserve District of Kane County on social media by searching @forestpreserve. The Chorus of DuPage will host 'Summer Dreamin',' an a cappella vocal music concert featuring groups from across the Midwest, at 3 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 23, at Grace United Methodist Church, 300 E. Gartner Road in Naperville. Several award-winning vocal groups will perform with the 40-voice Chorus of DuPage, including Instant Classic, a former Barbershop Harmony Society international quartet champion, a news release said. Also appearing will be Stiletto, the 2023 Regional Sweet Adelines quartet champion, and two Chicago area quartets, the Upside Downers and Factory Tuned. Music selections included classic tunes and covers from groups such as the Beach Boys, Everly Brothers and Bill Haley and the Comets. Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for students and are available at or by calling 331-444-2740 or 331-444-2740. Children 5 years old and younger get in free to the concert.
Chicago Tribune
28-07-2025
- Business
- Chicago Tribune
Elgin News Digest: Recycling event set for Saturday at Elgin Public Works facility; Area 22 Arts, Crafts and Oddities Fair being held downtown
Elgin and Lakeshore Recycling Services will host a community recycling event from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, Aug. 2, at the Elgin Public Works facility, 1900 Holmes Road. The event is open to all Elgin residents living within city limits and provides an opportunity to recycle electronic waste, dispose of household bulk items and securely shred personal documents, according to a news release. Participation is $20 per vehicle, cash only. Proof of Elgin residency is required at entry. While many items will be accepted, additional fees may apply for certain large items. Limits will apply for shredding and accepted materials. Residents are encouraged to review the full list of accepted items, applicable fees and restrictions in advance by going to Side Street Studio Arts' second annual Area 22 Arts, Crafts and Oddities Fair will be held from 1 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 2, on Riverside Drive in downtown Elgin. The event will showcase and sell visual arts creations and collections of artists from around the area, with a nod toward the unusual, according to the Side Street Studio Arts website. It will also feature live art and sculpture making, entertainment, food and beverages, and family activities. For more information, go to call 847-429-2276 or email info@ State Rep. Dan Ugaste, R-Geneva, will host a Constituent Coffee event from 8 to 9 a.m. Wednesday, July 30, at First Watch, 1702 Commons Drive in Geneva. Residents can stop by for a cup of coffee or breakfast beverage and speak with Ugaste about issues important to them and the 65th District, organizers said. Ugaste represents District 65, which includes parts of Kane and DuPage counties. For more information, contact Ugaste's office at 630-797-5530 or go to Tickets are on sale for Arthur Miller's 'A View From The Bridge,' being presented Thursday through Sunday, July 31 to Aug. 3, at Geneva Park District's Playhouse 38 at 321 Stevens St. Performances will be at 7 p.m July 31 and Aug. 1-2 and 2 p.m. Aug. 3. The production is is recommended for audience members 13 and older due to mature themes, officials said. Tickets in advance can be purchased at or in person at Sunset Community Center or Stephen Persinger Recreation Center in Geneva. For more information, go to or call 630-232-4542.
Chicago Tribune
11-07-2025
- Business
- Chicago Tribune
State Rep. Dan Ugaste of 65th District announces run for re-election
State Rep. Dan Ugaste, R-Geneva, announced Wednesday that he will seek re-election to the Illinois House of Representatives in the 65th District in 2026. The state House of Representatives' 65th District covers parts of Kane and DuPage counties, particularly around Geneva, St. Charles, South Elgin and Campton Hills. If re-elected to represent the district, Ugaste said he would continue advocating for property tax relief, fairer economic policies and responsible state government budgeting, among other things, according to a news release. 'I've spent my time in office fighting to lower taxes, grow jobs and bring transparency to state government,' Ugaste said in the news release. 'At this juncture, I will continue this fight from the Illinois State House.' In the news release, Ugaste argues that change is needed in part because of the state's high property taxes and lack of economic racial equity. As a Republican, he criticizes what he says is the Democratic majority's failure to deliver real results for minority communities in Illinois. 'We're being told by this administration that everything is working, but the numbers don't lie,' Ugaste said in the release. 'People are struggling, businesses are leaving, and opportunity is shrinking — especially for the communities most in need. I'm running for re-election because I'm not ready to give up on Illinois.' Ugaste is currently the state House's Assistant Minority Leader. He has lived in the Fox Valley for over 30 years. He and his wife have three daughters and six grandchildren.
Yahoo
15-03-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Illinois lawmakers propose harsher penalties for fleeing police
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WTVO) — A bill was introduced by Illinois lawmakers to increase the penalty for aggravated fleeing or attempting to elude officers. The would amend the Illinois Vehicle Code by increasing the penalty for a first violation from a class 4 felony to a class 2 felony. The bill would also change a violation for a second or subsequent offense from a class 3 felony to a class 1 felony. The bill was first read in the House on January 9th and is sponsored by Representative Jackie Haas (R) 79th District. It was referred to the House Rules Committee the same day. Dan Ugaste (R) of the 65th District was added as a co-sponsor on March 3rd and Tony McCombie (R) of the 89th District was added as a co-sponsor on January 15th. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
14-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Illinois GOP introduce bills to reduce property taxes and address migration issues
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WTVO) — Illinois Republican legislators have proposed a set of bills to lower property taxes. Currently, Illinois has , with an average of more than $6,000 a year. Rep. Dan Ugaste (R-Geneva) said Thursday that 420,000 people have moved out of Illinois since 2020. A majority of property taxes are levied at the county level, with a large portion going to school districts. Ugaste introduced , which would take 25% of the state budget, around $13 billion, and use 20% to pay off state pensions and send the remaining 5% to school districts, with a mandate that they lower property taxes. 'Let's say Illinois is a building, the fifth largest in the state and it's on fire,' Ugaste said. [Lawmakers] are the firefighters. However, Democrats are the ones with the keys to the firehouse and they won't let us in so we can use the equipment we have inside to put out the fire.' 'It is a five-alarm fire right now, because look at other states growing,' Rep. Joe Sosnowski (R-Rockford). 'We lose congressional seats, other states are growing dramatically. States around us, same weather, grow 1% a year, so it's a huge problem right now and we're chasing more and more people out of Illinois if we don't address it immediately.' Rep. Tom Weber (R-Lake Villa) introduced , which would cap an individual's yearly property tax at 5%, and , which would cap property tax assessment increases at 3%. All of the bills would require bipartisan support to become law, but House Republicans say Democrats, who hold a supermajority in both chambers, won't let them in on the conversation. Democrats announced a working group to discuss property tax relief, but Republicans are not included in the partisan group. 'I'm eager to join this working group and to hear from a wide range of stakeholders and policy experts so we can craft smart new approaches to cutting property taxes,' said state Rep. Nabeela Syed (D-Palatine). 'I'm confident that my colleagues are as committed as I am to relieving that strain and allowing people to put their money towards creating better lives and helping their communities flourish.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
