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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

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

Illinois sees rise in respiratory illnesses ahead of holidays

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has reported an increase in respiratory illnesses across the state, raising the overall illness level from Low to Moderate.

IDNR collects Christmas trees for fish habitat after holidays

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

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

Illinois' Battle with 2024 Measles Outbreak: Numbers climb as of week ending Dec. 21

By F. K. Mccarthy | Dec 22, 2024

Latest CDC data shows measles cases in Illinois for 2024 are now estimated within the range of 50-99, marking no change compared to the previous figures updated as of week ending Dec. 14.

Top campaign contribution recipients in Illinois as of week ending Dec. 21

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 22, 2024

The following political organizations received the most campaign contributions in Illinois as of week ending Dec. 21.

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.

James G. Emerson, 75, Remembered for Love of Family and Italian Cuisine

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 22, 2024

James G. Emerson passed away on Dec. 20. Below is the obituary.

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.

David J. Benoit, 42, of Tinley Park, IL, Remembered for Generosity and Kindness

David J. Benoit passed away on Dec. 19. Below is the obituary.

Joyce Marie Engel, 61, of Braidwood, Dies at Home

Joyce Marie Engel passed away on Dec. 19. Below is the obituary.

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