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Illinois opens applications for new fire station construction grants

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 6, 2024

The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) has announced the opening of applications for a new grant program aimed at fire station construction and rehabilitation.

Nancy M. Kostecki, 78, Remembered for Love of Family and Unique Humor

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 5, 2024

Nancy M. Kostecki passed away on Dec. 3. Below is the obituary.

Daniel J. Waterous, Orland Park, Illinois, Formerly of Mt. Greenwood, Chicago

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 5, 2024

Daniel J. Waterous passed away on Dec. 3. Below is the obituary.

Beth H. Clampitt Remembered as Beloved Matriarch and Community Stalwart

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 5, 2024

Beth H. Clampitt passed away on Dec. 3. Below is the obituary.

Jason Newell Naylor, 49, of Beecher, Illinois, Passes Away Peacefully

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 5, 2024

Jason N. Naylor passed away on Dec. 3. Below is the obituary.

Illinois Conservation Foundation reveals first outdoor excellence award winners

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 5, 2024

The Illinois Conservation Foundation (ICF) has announced the winners of the inaugural Illinois Outdoor Excellence Awards.

Dana-Thomas House hosts play on Susan Lawrence Dana's legacy

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 5, 2024

The Dana-Thomas House State Historic Site in Springfield is set to host a one-woman theater production titled "Susan Lawrence Dana: A Great Lady Lived Here" on December 13 and 14.

Holiday season calls for increased attention to fire safety

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 5, 2024

Springfield, Ill—The Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) is emphasizing fire safety as a crucial component for a safe holiday season.

Illinois seeks recovery for laid-off workers' wages after abrupt business closures

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 5, 2024

The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) is actively working to recover over $3.8 million in back wages and benefits for more than 350 workers who were laid off unexpectedly after their employers closed operations.

Illinois gun ban remains as court extends stay

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 5, 2024

Earlier today, the 7th Circuit Court of Appeals extended the stay on Judge McGlynn’s decision that declared the Illinois Gun Ban unconstitutional.

Eugenia "Jeannie" Felicia Scheiman, of Peotone, Passes Away at 78

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 4, 2024

Eugenia "Jeannie" Felicia Scheiman passed away on Dec. 2. Below is the obituary.

Bob "Rudy" Welsh, 84, Lover of Flowers and Life, Passes Away in Peotone

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 4, 2024

Bob "Rudy" Welsh passed away on Dec. 2. Below is the obituary.

Noel "Ray" Israelson, Navy Veteran and Railroader, Passes Away at 85

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 4, 2024

Noel "Ray" Israelson passed away on Dec. 2. Below is the obituary.

John D. Vojtesak, 93, Former Illinois State Trooper and Korean War Veteran, Peacefully Passes Away in Joliet

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 4, 2024

John D. Vojtesak passed away on Dec. 2. Below is the obituary.

Kenneth W. Bunge, 78, of Yorkville, Veteran and Truck Driver, Passes Away

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 4, 2024

Kenneth W. Bunge passed away on Dec. 2. Below is the obituary.

Dr. Donald E. Krause, Prominent Bourbonnais Dentist, Passes Away at 69

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 4, 2024

Donald E. Krause passed away on Dec. 2. Below is the obituary.

Management changes announced for Carlyle Lake State Fish & Wildlife Area

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 4, 2024

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) have announced changes to management responsibilities at Carlyle Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area.