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Illinois ranked 41st in average VA home loan amount in Q1

By Prairie State Wire | Jul 8, 2025

With $313,477 in home loans issued, Illinois ranked 41st in average loan amount for VA home loans in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

Founder of League of American Workers on Chicago shooting: 'Get out of the blue cities'

By Prairie State Wire | Jul 7, 2025

Steve Cortes, founder of the League of American Workers, said that a mass shooting in Chicago's River North highlights ongoing violence even in traditionally safe areas of Democrat-led cities.

Illinois GOP warns Democrats are diverting road funds

By Prairie State Wire | Jul 7, 2025

The Illinois GOP has announced on X that Democrats are redirecting road funds to cover budget deficits, rather than implementing structural reforms.

Illinois Freedom Caucus says abuse, lack of transparency threaten Constitution

By Prairie State Wire | Jul 7, 2025

The Illinois Freedom Caucus has announced on X that the first hearing is scheduled for its lawsuit against Democratic leaders, alleging abuse of power, lack of transparency, and constitutional violations.

Dan Proft: Democrats 'have worked over working people in Illinois to advance their interests'

By Prairie State Wire | Jul 7, 2025

Dan Proft, host of "Chicago's Morning Answer," has criticized Christian Mitchell and Governor J.B. Pritzker for prioritizing political gain over the interests of Illinois families regarding school choice and tax credit scholarship programs.

Awake Illinois claims men are housed in female prisons, alleges assaults

By Prairie State Wire | Jul 7, 2025

Awake Illinois announced on X that men are being housed in female prisons in Illinois and alleged that female inmates have been raped as a result.

Federal charges filed against seven in Chicago drug trafficking probe

By Prairie State Wire | Jul 7, 2025

A federal investigation targeting drug and firearm activities on Chicago's South Side has led to charges against seven individuals.

Alex M. Denman, 34, Remembered for Dedication and Love

By S. R. Geiger | Jul 6, 2025

Alex M. Denman passed away on July 4. Below is the obituary.

Betty G. Croke Remembered with Love

By S. R. Geiger | Jul 6, 2025

Betty G. Croke passed away on July 4. Below is the obituary.

Jerome M. Strick, A Life Well-Lived and Comically Remembered

By S. R. Geiger | Jul 6, 2025

Jerome M. Strick passed away on July 4. Below is the obituary.

Marilyn Wahlstrom Passes Away at 89

By S. R. Geiger | Jul 6, 2025

Marilyn Wahlstrom passed away on July 4. Below is the obituary.

Rita F. O'Connor, 96, Remembered for Love of Family and Joy

By S. R. Geiger | Jul 6, 2025

Rita F. O'Connor passed away on July 4. Below is the obituary.

Number of VA loans issued in Illinois increased by 76.6% from Q1 2024 to Q1 2025

By Prairie State Wire | Jul 5, 2025

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued 3,167 home loans in Illinois, totaling $992.8 million, during the first quarter of the fiscal year 2025, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

Janusz Trybulec, 67, Dies on July 3, 2025

By S. R. Geiger | Jul 5, 2025

Janusz Trybulec passed away on July 3. Below is the obituary.

Kenneth W. Celmer Jr., 68, Millwright from Chicago, Remembered for Love of Family and Wildlife

By S. R. Geiger | Jul 5, 2025

Kenneth W. Celmer passed away on July 3. Below is the obituary.

William B. Gillund, 97, of Tinley Park, IL, Passes Away

By S. R. Geiger | Jul 5, 2025

William Gillund passed away on July 3. Below is the obituary.

Cook County begins reconstruction project affecting traffic near Bensenville

By Prairie State Wire | Jul 5, 2025

Traffic shifts are set to commence next week on Franklin Avenue/Green Street between York Road and Runge Street as part of a Cook County roadway improvement project.