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Jacobson elected DeKalb 1st Ward Alderman

By Zachary Brictson | April 5, 2011

DeKALB | David Jacobson was elected alderman of Ward 1 Tuesday. Jacobson received 134 votes, 77 percent of the total vote. Bertrand Simpson received 39 votes, 23 percent of the vote. "I'm elated," Jacobson said. "I'm honored to represent the residents...

David Jacobson

Candidates for DeKalb 1st Ward Alderman

By Dave Gong | March 31, 2011

David Jacobson: Candidate for DeKalb 1st Ward Alderman (Challenger) Education: Bachelor's degree in political science-politics from NIU Experience: Jacobson said he has been a resident of DeKalb for nine years, starting when he was enrolled as a student...

Signs on the door of 1215 Blackhawk Drive ask authorities not to remove equipment from the building. The location, once the home of both Reillys and Tequila Roadhouse, has reportedly been operating as a nightclub for private functions. With no liquor or food license, however, the club, known as Exposure, may be violating several city ordinances.

Alleged parties at former Tequila Roadhouse location shrouded in mystery

By Chris Krapek | January 26, 2011

The building at 1215 Blackhawk Drive appears to be vacant. The spot, previously occupied by bars Reilly's and Tequila Roadhouse, is desolate. Notes are stuck to the door, demanding equipment inside not to be removed. A sign for Chicago Real Estate hangs...

First Ward Alderman Bertrand Simpson speaks in support of Ordinance 11-02 at Mondays city council meeting. The ordinance would change residency requirements for employees and officials, allowing non-DeKalb residents to hold jobs as department heads. The city is still attempting to fill the Public Works Directors position.

DeKalb City Council updates residency requirements for department heads

By Melissa Mastrogiovanni | January 24, 2011

DeKALB | The DeKalb City Council voted to eliminate a residency requirement for newly-hired department heads Monday night. This means that those who hold non-emergency service management positions do not have to be DeKalb residents as well. Designated...

DeKalb electoral board keeps all candidates on ballot after objections were filed

By Jessica Wells | January 17, 2011

DeKALB | An electoral board hearing held Jan. 4 denied objections filed against three candidates of the upcoming local elections. The board consisted of DeKalb Mayor Kris Povlsen, senior Alderman Dave Baker and City Clerk Steve Kapitan. Povlsen said the...

Life as the first ward Alderman

By Jessica Wells | October 4, 2010

First Ward Alderman Bertrand Simpson has served the city for three and a half years, but has been an important part of the community for much longer. Simpson, who has lived in DeKalb for 26 years, said he decided to become an alderman because he wanted...