Prairie State Wire

On Thursday, the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) approved a series of rail safety improvements in Galesburg.

Illinois medical society supports healthcare protection act expansion

The Illinois State Medical Society (ISMS) has announced its support for House Bill 3019, a legislative initiative backed by Governor Pritzker.

Illinois Commerce Commission approves rail safety upgrades in Washington County

On Thursday, the Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) approved a project to install new automatic warning devices and circuitry at the Maryland Road highway-rail grade crossing of the Illinois Central Railroad Company's track near Radom in...

Illinois expands online licensing system with new professions

The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) has announced the addition of 21 new professions to its online licensing system, CORE (Comprehensive Online Regulatory Environment).

Employers classified under the Health Care and Social Assistance industry file 803 H-1B petitions in Illinois throughout 2024

Employers classified under the Health Care and Social Assistance industry based in Illinois submitted 803 H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

Illinois receives $193.7 million in VA Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans during Q4

The VA issued 597 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in Illinois during the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2024, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Illinois State Board of Education, Balanced Accountability Measure Committee met June 9

Illinois State Board of Education, Balanced Accountability Measure Committee met Monday, June 9

Danuta Mąka, Known for Love and Courage, Passes Away at 61

Danuta Maka passed away on June 7. Below is the obituary.

Anthony M. "Tony" Puchalski, Jr., 78, Husband of 50 Years, Passes Away

Anthony "Tony" M. Puchalski passed away on June 7. Below is the obituary.

Steven "Steve" Edward Holden, Business Owner and Dedicated Church Volunteer, Remembered Fondly

Steven "Steve" E. Holden passed away on June 7. Below is the obituary.

Tucker Wetmore headlines Du Quoin State Fair with explosive country hits

The Du Quoin State Fair has announced that Tucker Wetmore will headline the Grandstand stage on Saturday, August 30.

IDOL recovers unpaid wages and penalties from contractor

The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) has successfully recovered over $85,000 in unpaid wages for 17 workers who were employed on a construction project in Saline County.

Illinois Conservation Foundation announces 2025 scholarship recipients

The Illinois Conservation Foundation (ICF) has announced the recipients of the 2025 Conservation Achievement Scholarship.

Illinois State Board of Education, Illinois Purchased Care Review Board met May 6

Illinois State Board of Education, Illinois Purchased Care Review Board met Tuesday, May 6.

Illinois State Board of Education Advisory Council on the Education of Gifted and Talented Children will meet June 9

Illinois State Board of Education Advisory Council on the Education of Gifted and Talented Children will meet at 1 p.m., Monday, June 9.

Illinois Department of Children and Family Services Child Welfare Employee Licensure Board will meet June 9