Local Government News
The History of Aurora: World War I
On September 13, 1917, over 20,000 citizens gathered at the train station located at LaSalle and New York Street in Aurora Downtown to give a passionate send-off to 367 members of the Aurora-based National Guard - Third Infantry Division who would go on to fight in World War I!
Senator DeWitte Engages Public with Legislative Survey, Introduces Bills, and Supports Agriculture Students
Senator Don DeWitte has invited the public to participate in the Spring 2024 legislative survey, seeking opinions on pending legislation and bills that have passed in recent years. The Senator expressed his eagerness to receive feedback, stating, "I will read every survey that is submitted, and I look forward to your comments."One of the key initiatives supported by Senator DeWitte is the Constitutional Amendment to Ensure U.S. Citizenship Required to Vote in Illinois. Regarding the proposed Senate Joint Resolution Constitutional Amendment 14, the Senator emphasized the...