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WCC’s president finalist for national honor Feb 11, 2013 12:00 AM
Waubonsee Community College is among a select group of finalists in a prestigious new program designed to recognize innovation and promising practices among two-year colleges nationwide. The American Association of Community Colleges established the Awards of Excellence this year and will award them annually.
New housing starts expected to rise Feb 9, 2013 12:00 AM
Residential construction in the Chicago area is seeing "fairly healthy growth, especially when you consider that housing starts in 2012 were up 31.9 percent over 2011," said Chris Huecksteadt of Metrostudy, a leading provider of market information to the housing, retail and related industries. "This was the first year-over-year increase (in housing starts) we have seen here in five or six years," he said.
New eatery, kids’ clothing store open in Algonquin Commons Jan 28, 2013 12:00 AM
The New Year is bringing with it changes at the Algonquin Commons shopping center along the Randall Road corridor. There are several new businesses coming to the outdoor mall — which already has more than 70 businesses — while an old favorite is closing.
Legislators to give insights on new session in Springfield at breakfast Jan 24, 2013 12:00 AM
The Metro West Council of Government will host its annual Legislative Breakfast from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 29, at Eagle Brook Country Club, 2288 Fargo Blvd., Geneva. It is a nonprofit organization that represents municipalities in Kane, Kendall and DeKalb counties.
Murder parolee accused of stalking in Kane County Jan 18, 2013 12:00 AM
An Oswego man, on parole just three months after serving 19 years for murder, is back behind bars, accused of stalking a dancer from a South Elgin gentlemen's club.
Images: The Week in Pictures Jan 14, 2013 12:00 AM
This edition of The Week in Pictures features children in class activities, people making the most of the weather, and Abraham Lincoln.
Limiting student debt a priority at Waubonsee Jan 14, 2013 12:00 AM
The Institute for College Access and Success' Project on Student Debt reports that in 2011 four-year college graduates averaged more than $26,000 in student debt. Educational and financial experts are deeply concerned about the amount of debt students are incurring to complete bachelor's degrees.
Elgin CC to host ISCC Tip-Off Classic Jan 11, 2013 12:00 AM
The Illinois Skyway Collegiate Conference men’s and women’s basketball season will kick off this weekend when the conference’s eight schools converge on the Elgin Community College Events Center for the league’s second annual Tip-Off Classic.
Hearing on pensions plan set for Monday Jan 6, 2013 12:00 AM
State Rep. Elaine Nekritz said Sunday she believes there is still time to get a pension deal done before a Wednesday deadline, and a hearing on one proposal she agreed to with House Republican Leader Tom Cross is set for Monday. "I certainly, to my core, hope for a resolution to this," Nekritz said. "As much as anybody, I hope to move on to different issues than this."
Newspapers help to tell story of American RevolutionJan 1, 2013 12:00 AM
Long before social media was credited with igniting the Arab Spring revolution in the Middle East, colonial newspapers helped unite and motivate Americans to throw off the yoke of Great Britain. Todd Andrik, a leading authority on 18th century newspapers, argues without the newspapers the American Revolution might not have happened in his book "Reporting the Revolutionary War: Before It Was History, It Was News."
Oswego family back home after mom delivers baby along Reagan Tollway Jan 1, 2013 12:00 AM
Megan Martinez knew time was critical when she woke around 7:30 a.m. and realized she was in labor. What the Oswego woman never expected is that she would give birth to a baby girl less than an hour later along I-88. Martinez' husband, Chad, helped her deliver the baby at 8:27 a.m. in the back seat of the SUV. "It was a blessing and a miracle," Megan said.
Counselors and advisors help students learn the ropes Dec 13, 2012 12:00 AM
Have you ever traveled to a foreign country where you don't speak the language? The entire experience can be disorienting. For some students, going to college is equally foreign. When traveling, it's always prudent to consult a map to make sure you reach your destination. It's no different in college. Taking advantage of the counseling and advising services available at Waubonsee and other colleges is a smart decision.
Peterson, Vaughn prosecutions cost $500,000 Dec 13, 2012 12:00 AM
The high-profile murder trials of Drew Peterson and Christopher Vaughn cost Will County at least $500,000 to prosecute, and there are still bills left to pay.
Cross opposes budget override to save prisons Dec 4, 2012 12:00 AM
House GOP Leader Tom Cross said an override vote would be "purely symbolic." It wouldn't force Quinn to spend money on the prisons. It would simply restrict him from spending it elsewhere.
Rosary and Marmion join to put on ‘White Christmas’ Nov 28, 2012 12:00 AM
There may not be snow on the ground, but you can escape in to the world of a "White Christmas" this weekend when Rosary High School and Marmion Academy join forces to stage the musical.
Aurora, Wheaton have to fill vacant seatsNov 20, 2012 12:00 AM
After losing city council members to the state legislature, Aurora and Wheaton are taking very different steps to electing new people to fill those vacancies. Candidates interested in Stephanie Kifowit's former Ward 3 aldermanic post in Aurora have until Monday to file nominating petitions, while those interested in filling out the at-large Councilman term of Jeanne Ives in Wheaton must file between Dec. 17 and 24.
New 84th District rep Kifowit stepping down from Aurora council Nov 16, 2012 12:00 AM
Aurora Alderman Stephanie Kifowit will resign her seat on the city council Tuesday after winning election to the state legislature, she announced this week. Kifowit, 41, said she will step down from her post as alderman for Ward 3 following a 5 p.m. meeting Tuesday so she can concentrate on preparing for her new role as 84th District state representative. "It's important that I dedicate time in the upcoming weeks to transition into the new position so I can really hit the ground running," Kifowit said.
Textbook prices affect college affordability, accessibility Nov 14, 2012 12:00 AM
Across the country this fall, many colleges and universities reported a decline in student enrollment. For years now, declining state and federal support has been a major factor in causing the average college tuition to grow at a much higher rate than overall inflation. However, textbook prices, which have also been on an upward track, are another key part of college affordability.
Lame duck legislature could hatch gambling, pension deals Nov 12, 2012 12:00 AM
Big changes are coming to the Illinois Capitol after last week’s election, possibly setting the stage for resolving issues like pension cuts and gambling expansion within the next few months. About 35 lawmakers — out of Illinois’ 177 — lost their elections Tuesday or retired and did not run, possibly making it easier to get their votes on contentious issues.
McHenry County College leads in enrollment increaseNov 9, 2012 12:00 AM
McHenry County College had the highest rate of growth in head count and full-time equivalent enrollment in the last five years among all community colleges in Illinois, officials said. The fall student head count is up 33.9 percent — from 5,374 students in fall 2008 to 7,914 students now. MCC leads the pack of community colleges that posted five-year gains. In the Chicago suburbs,