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Property tax probe into Pritzker 'definitely takes away from his authority,' claims Rep. Caulkins

By Glenn Minnis | Apr 30, 2019

Republican state Rep. Dan Caulkins of Decatur argues that Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s own actions prove that even he thinks Illinois property taxes are too high.

GCMS Middle School scores 55.5% ELA proficiency, 40.3% on math in 2018

By Local Labs News Service | Apr 30, 2019

Of the 227 students attending GCMS Middle School in 2018, 55.5 percent scored proficient in English Language Arts and 40.3 percent were proficient in math, according to a report recently released by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE).

Caulkins on Illinois abortion debate: 'too many people going to the extreme just to make a point'

By Glenn Minnis | Apr 29, 2019

Illinois State Rep. Dan Caulkins (R-Decatur) fears the abortion debate is in danger of spinning out of control, especially here in Illinois, considering recent events.

GCMS Elementary School scores 33.7% ELA proficiency, 35.7% on math in 2018

By Local Labs News Service | Apr 29, 2019

Of the 466 students attending GCMS Elementary School in 2018, 33.7 percent scored proficient in English Language Arts and 35.7 percent were proficient in math, according to a report recently released by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE).

Mary Miller Junior High School scores 26.6% ELA proficiency, 15.5% on math in 2018

By Local Labs News Service | Apr 28, 2019

Of the 213 students attending Mary Miller Junior High School in 2018, 26.6 percent scored proficient in English Language Arts and 15.5 percent were proficient in math, according to a report recently released by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE).

Annual report: Which school districts in Illinois are in the worst financial shape?

By Local Labs News Service | Apr 28, 2019

Tri Point Community Unit School District 6J, Mahomet-Seymour Community Unit School District 3 and Armstrong-Ellis Community School District 61 are area districts listed among those that received the lowest financial ratings in Illinois by the Illinois Sta

RANTOUL AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: RACC and Illinois Treasurer's Office Present Secure Choice

By Press release submission | Apr 27, 2019

Come learn more about Secure Choice at the RACC Lunch and Learn on April 26.

RANTOUL CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT 137: Change in End of School Date

By Press release submission | Apr 27, 2019

Please Note Change in End of School Date May 24th will be a FULL day for Students

MONTICELLO CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Ten Spots Left For The Monticello Business Expo

By Press release submission | Apr 27, 2019

We have ten spots left for the Monticello Business Expo.

GIBSON CITY-MELVIN-SIBLEY COMMUNITY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT 5: 2019 Special Olympics Bowling

By Press release submission | Apr 27, 2019

The 2019 season of Ford County’s Special Olympics Bowling is ready to roll and the first practice will be Saturday, May 4, 2019 at the Gibson Bowl in Gibson City at noon, 12pm.

CHAMPAIGN COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE INC: Shred Day

By Press release submission | Apr 27, 2019

Mark your calendars!

Pine Crest Elementary School scores 21.6% ELA proficiency, 16% on math in 2018

By Local Labs News Service | Apr 27, 2019

Of the 463 students attending Pine Crest Elementary School in 2018, 21.6 percent scored proficient in English Language Arts and 16 percent were proficient in math, according to a report recently released by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE).

From Prairie State Wire

Federal probe into Pritzker's 'scheme to defraud' could land him in unfortunate company, IPI reports

By Glenn Minnis | 5 years ago

With news that he is now under federal review, newly elected Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker finds himself in dubious company.

St Joseph Middle School scores 59.8% ELA proficiency, 54.2% on math in 2018

By Local Labs News Service | Apr 26, 2019

Of the 369 students attending St Joseph Middle School in 2018, 59.8 percent scored proficient in English Language Arts and 54.2 percent were proficient in math, according to a report recently released by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE).

St Joseph Elementary School scores 43.8% ELA proficiency, 49% on math in 2018

By Local Labs News Service | Apr 25, 2019

Of the 476 students attending St Joseph Elementary School in 2018, 43.8 percent scored proficient in English Language Arts and 49 percent were proficient in math, according to a report recently released by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE).

Salt Fork South Elementary School scores 35.3% ELA proficiency, 25% on math in 2018

By Local Labs News Service | Apr 24, 2019

Of the 173 students attending Salt Fork South Elementary School in 2018, 35.3 percent scored proficient in English Language Arts and 25 percent were proficient in math, according to a report recently released by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE).

Bennett vows to vote no on progressive tax plan

By Glenn Minnis | Apr 23, 2019

State Rep. Tom Bennett (R-Gibson City) is clearly on record as to how and why he opposes Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s graduated income tax proposal.

attorney general candidate Erika Harold returns $100 contribution from Carolyn Gerwin

By Local Labs News Service | Apr 23, 2019

The campaign committee of attorney general candidate Erika Harold, Citizens For Erika Harold, returned a $100 contribution from Carolyn Gerwin on April 12

Salt Fork North Elementary School scores 56.6% ELA proficiency, 37.7% on math in 2018

By Local Labs News Service | Apr 23, 2019

Of the 272 students attending Salt Fork North Elementary School in 2018, 56.6 percent scored proficient in English Language Arts and 37.7 percent were proficient in math, according to a report recently released by the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE).

attorney general candidate Erika Harold returns $700 contribution from Carolyn Gerwin

By Local Labs News Service | Apr 23, 2019

The campaign committee of attorney general candidate Erika Harold, Citizens For Erika Harold, returned a $700 contribution from Carolyn Gerwin on April 12