State of Illinois

GEAR UP stands for Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs and is a seven year program that's funded through a federal grant.

The 3-day tour wraps up on Friday.

Referendums mainly aim to test the waters relating to certain topics in the state.

The program is offered through the states Help Illinois Families Program and will be providing $226 million to help eligible households.

The event will offer professionals across various fields an opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of poverty, its causes, and effective strategies for intervention.

Targeting 170 of the most understaffed districts, the initiative has led to the hiring of 5,400 new full-time teachers and retained approximately 11,000 educators so far.

Marion Connects is made up of local leaders and residents working to make a positive impact in the local community.

Internet crime continues to affect the lives of every American.

Sites in Anna, Cairo, Carbondale, Chicago, Golconda, and Marion were provided monetary assistance.

Screenings will be held in Harrisburg and St Charles this week.