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Illinois Commission on Poverty Elimination and Economic Security met FDriday, Dec. 20

Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority, Colton’s Task Force Committee met Nov. 6

Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority, Colton’s Task Force Committee met Wednesday, Nov. 6

Illinois Department of Children and Family Services African American Advisory Council met Dec. 19

Illinois Department of Children and Family Services African American Advisory Council met Thursday, Dec. 19

Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority, Missing and Murdered Chicago Women Task Force met Dec. 19

Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority, Missing and Murdered Chicago Women Task Force met Thursday, Dec. 19

Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority Budget Committee met Dec. 19

Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority Budget Committee met Thursday, Dec. 19

ISBE, Illinois State Advisory Council on the Education of Children with Disabilities, Legislative Committee met Dec. 19

ISBE, Illinois State Advisory Council on the Education of Children with Disabilities, Legislative Committee met Thursday, Dec. 19

ISBE, Illinois State Advisory Council on the Education of Children with Disabilities met Dec. 18

ISBE, Illinois State Advisory Council on the Education of Children with Disabilities met Monday, Dec. 18

Illinois State Board of Education met Nov. 21

Illinois State Board of Education met Thursday, Nov. 21

Illinois reports rise in respiratory illnesses amid holiday season

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 23, 2024

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has reported an increase in respiratory illnesses, moving the state's level from Low to Moderate.

IDNR collects Christmas trees for fish habitat after holidays

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 23, 2024

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is collecting live Christmas trees to enhance fish habitats in local lakes.

Illinois Department of Labor launches unit to expedite claim resolutions

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 23, 2024

The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) has announced the establishment of a new Informal Resolution and Mediation Unit.

Who contributed the most in Illinois during week ending Nov. 2?

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 22, 2024

The top 100 political contributions made during the week ending Nov. 2 found here.

Michael J. Muzzarelli, 67, Dies Suddenly in Braidwood

Michael James Muzzarelli passed away on Dec. 19. Below is the obituary.

Rosemary Kathryn Burke Remembered as Loving Mother and Golf Enthusiast

Rosemary K. Burke (White) passed away on Dec. 19. Below is the obituary.

Wanda M. Hynes Remembered for Love & Generosity

Wanda M. Hynes passed away on Dec. 19. Below is the obituary.

Jeanne Ives: 'We need to stop using state taxes to pay for local parks'

Jeanne Ives recently commented on grants for local park projects, as announced in a December 19 post on X. "We need to stop using state taxes to pay for local parks," said Ives, Founder.

Charlotte Terese Finn, 92, Remembered for Devotion to Family and Community

Charlotte Terese Finn passed away on Dec. 18. Below is the obituary.

Emily M. Forsythe (nee Hollingsworth), 100, Passed Away with a Legacy of Service and Love

Emily M. Forsythe passed away on Dec. 18. Below is the obituary.

James "Mike" Gallaway, 88, Remembered for Dedication to Family and Craft

James M. Gallaway passed away on Dec. 18. Below is the obituary.

Madelyn Renee Ronaldson, 14, Remembered for Joyful Spirit and Love for Jesus