Prairie State Wire

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 2.4% of income in Illinois, providing an average of $1,619 per capita to residents.

Randall R. Brenza, 67: Remembered as “The Turtleman” and Dedicated Pet Lover

Randall R. Brenza passed away on Feb. 26. Below is the obituary.

Irene A. Wasag Remembered as Beloved Wife, Mother, and Grandmother

Irene A. (Hutzler) Wasag passed away on Feb. 26. Below is the obituary.

Lynn A. Moline-Buwalda, Loving Mother and Grandmother, Dies at 86

Lynn A. Moline-Buwalda passed away on Feb. 26. Below is the obituary.

Illinois Department of Natural Resources launches monthly update with diverse events

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) has announced a new initiative to provide monthly updates on upcoming events and noteworthy items.

Illinois hunters set new record in fall archery turkey harvest

Hunters in Illinois set a new record by harvesting 1,045 wild turkeys during the 2024-2025 fall archery season.

Chicago store sells $1 million winning Mega Millions ticket

A winning Mega Millions ticket worth $1 million was sold at Tony’s Fresh Market in Chicago, according to a recent announcement by the Illinois Lottery.

Illinois Products Expo features Copi fish demonstrations

Copi, the consumer food brand for invasive carp, will be showcased at the Illinois Products Expo taking place at the Illinois State Fairgrounds on March 1-2.

Gabby Barrett to close out Du Quoin State Fair with grandstand performance

Gabby Barrett is set to headline the Du Quoin State Fair Grandstand on September 1, 2025.

Thomas J. Crowe, Sr., 95: Remembered for Family Dedication and Cultural Enthusiasm

Thomas J. Crowe passed away on Feb. 25. Below is the obituary.

William Vincent Wantuck Sr., Founder of Wantuck Heating and Air Conditioning, Passes Away at 82

William V. Wantuck passed away on Feb. 25. Below is the obituary.

Patricia Frances Campione, Devoted Educator and Musician, Passes Away at 73

Patricia F. Campione passed away on Feb. 25. Below is the obituary.

Alex Smolecki, 20, Remembered for Passion for Swimming and Love for the Outdoors

Alex Smolecki passed away on Feb. 25. Below is the obituary.

Isabel Godoy, Devoted Mother and Seamstress, Passes Away at 89

Isabel Godoy passed away on Feb. 25. Below is the obituary.

Robert "Bob" Malkas, Former Teacher and Political Activist, Dies at 82

Robert "Bob" Malkas passed away on Feb. 25. Below is the obituary.

Patricia Mae Beilfuss, Former School Nurse and Camp Quality Board Member, Dies at 100

Patricia Mae Beilfuss passed away on Feb. 25. Below is the obituary.

Metropolitan Pier Exposition Authority met Feb. 25

Metropolitan Pier Exposition Authority met Tuesday, Feb. 25

Illinois State Board of Education, North Chicago Independent Authority met Feb. 25

Illinois State Board of Education, North Chicago Independent Authority met Tuesday, Feb. 25

Illinois Advisory Council on Bilingual Education Early Childhood Linguistic and Cultural Diverse Committee met Feb. 26

Illinois Advisory Council on Bilingual Education Early Childhood Linguistic and Cultural Diverse Committee met Wednesday, Feb. 26

Illinois Mental Health Planning & Advisory Council Development Committee met Feb. 26