Research study seeks volunteers to improve health care for people with disabilities

The Shirley Ryan Ability Lab, the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC), and Access Living are seeking volunteers for a research study. Our Peers-Empowerment and Navigational Support for People with Disabilities “OP-ENS” could benefit individuals who have disabilities and are having difficulty managing their own health care. To view the brochure click here.

Illinois State Police and American Legion officials prepare for Summer Youth Police Program

47th Annual American Legion Youth Police Camp Accepting Teen Participants

Springfield, IL – The Illinois State Police (ISP) and the American Legion announce plans for the 47th Annual American Legion Youth Police Camp (ALYPC) at Camp Lincoln, located 1301 North MacArthur Boulevard, Springfield, Illinois, from June 23-28, 2019.

Dozens of aspiring teens from across Illinois will discover career opportunities through training with police and military. The primary purpose of the ALYPC is to establish an interactive and positive relationship between Illinois teens and law enforcement officers. The week-long residency camp is structured to promote educational and learning opportunities for youth ages 15-17 in the areas of law enforcement, military, leadership, cultural diversity, personal development, social and interpersonal skills, and physical fitness.

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Housing Opportunities Event

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 The Universal Housing Solutions CDC presents: "Rebuilding Communities One Homeowner at a Time" on March 9 from 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Village of Maywood Multipurpose Center at 200 S. 5th Ave., Maywood, IL.

Lightford measure combats college debt crisis

SPRINGFIELD – More financial assistance could soon be available for college students through a proposal sponsored by Senate Majority Leader Kimberly A. Lightford (D-Maywood).

“Students should be able to obtain a degree without drowning in student loan debt after college,” Lightford said. “This legislation combats the college debt crisis by providing financial support to Illinois students.”

Senate Bill 1524 authorizes the State Treasurer to allocate up to 5 percent of the State Investment Portfolio to the Illinois Student Investment Account to assist qualified residents in paying for college through various investment programs. The Senate Financial Institutions Committee approved the measure on Wednesday.

Investment programs may include income-sharing agreements, linked deposits and origination, and refinancing of student loans.

The measure also establishes a Borrower Assistance Fund to provide monetary assistance to students facing financial hardship.

The legislation will now head to the full Senate for consideration.