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Joan C. Kelly nee Boyle, 93, Remembered as Beloved Wife, Mother, Grandmother, and Cubs Fan

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 20, 2025

Joan C. Kelly passed away on Feb. 18. Below is the obituary.

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Illinois urges fire safety after deadly winter blazes

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 20, 2025

The Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) is urging residents in Illinois to take immediate action regarding fire safety following a series of deadly home fires.

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NFIB highlights challenges facing small businesses in Illinois

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 19, 2025

NFIB Illinois State Director Noah Finley responded to Governor J.B. Pritzker's recent State of the State Address with a statement highlighting challenges faced by small businesses in Illinois.

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Illinois commission seeks members for new advisory group

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 19, 2025

The Illinois Deaf and Hard of Hearing Commission (IDHHC) has announced the formation of the IDHHC Director’s Stakeholders Advisory Group (SAG).

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Anthony J. Zambuto Sr., Remembered as Devoted Family Man and Veteran

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 18, 2025

Anthony J. Zambuto passed away on Feb. 16. Below is the obituary.

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Lynwood Smith, 95, Fondly Remembered for Dedication to Service and Athletics

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 18, 2025

Lynwood Smith passed away on Feb. 16. Below is the obituary.

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Springfield sites offer free events for Black History Month

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 18, 2025

Illinois state historic sites in Springfield are set to host a range of events in February to honor Black History Month.

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NFIB Illinois hosts event on proposed vehicle emission standards

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 18, 2025

NFIB Illinois, in partnership with the Mid-West Trucking Association, organized a virtual event on February 13 to discuss the proposed adoption of California's vehicle emissions standards.

FOIA Request Sent to Fayette County Sheriff Department Regarding Inmates with ICE Detainers on February 18, 2025

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 18, 2025

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Fayette County Sheriff Department in Illinois on February 18, 2025.

FOIA Request Sent to Dewitt County Sheriff's Office Regarding Inmates with ICE Detainers on February 18, 2025

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 18, 2025

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Dewitt County Sheriff's Office in Illinois on February 18, 2025.

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Illinois sees 10,665 H-1B petitions from employers classified under the Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services industry during 2024

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 17, 2025

Employers classified under the Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services industry based in Illinois submitted 10,665 H-1B petitions during 2024.

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Ernest John Little Jr. Remembered for Family Devotion and Community Spirit

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 16, 2025

Ernest John Little passed away on Feb. 14. Below is the obituary.

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Maureen Marquardt Remembered for Dedication to Family and Generosity

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 14, 2025

Maureen Marquardt passed away on Feb. 12. Below is the obituary.

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Cleofe "Oping" Balgemino Remembered for Family Dedication and Love of Life

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 14, 2025

Cleofe "Oping" Balgemino passed away on Feb. 12. Below is the obituary.

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Volunteers sought for Illinois History Day student competition on May 1

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 14, 2025

The Illinois State Museum is calling for judges and volunteers to participate in the upcoming student Illinois History Day competition, scheduled for May 1 at the Bank of Springfield Center.

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Gary Wiss, former vice president of SPACECO: 'The time to actually undertake needed corrections is now' for sewage system

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 13, 2025

Gary Wiss, former vice president of SPACECO, Inc., has raised concerns regarding the maintenance of the sewage system infrastructure in the village of Frankfort.

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Jeanne Ives on Michael Madigan trial verdict: 'Absolute power corrupts'

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 13, 2025

Jeanne Ives, founder of Breakthrough Ideas, commented on the outcome of the federal trial involving former House Speaker Michael Madigan.

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Illinois State Museum unveils 'Here, There' exhibit featuring diverse artists

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 13, 2025

The Illinois State Museum (ISM) is set to open a new exhibition titled "Here, There: New Perspectives on the Collection" on March 15 at its Springfield location.

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Illinois health department reports severe nursing home violations

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 13, 2025

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has released the 2024 Fourth Quarter Report on Nursing Home Violations.

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Illinois considers bill to phase out tip credit by July 2027

By Prairie State Wire | Feb 13, 2025

State Representative Elizabeth "Lisa" Hernandez has introduced new legislation in Illinois aimed at eliminating the tip credit.