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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

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 21, 2024

Michael James Muzzarelli passed away on Dec. 19. Below is the obituary.

Rosemary Kathryn Burke Remembered as Loving Mother and Golf Enthusiast

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 21, 2024

Rosemary K. Burke (White) passed away on Dec. 19. Below is the obituary.

Wanda M. Hynes Remembered for Love & Generosity

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 21, 2024

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

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 21, 2024

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

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

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 21, 2024

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'

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 21, 2024

Jeanne Ives recently commented on grants for local park projects, as announced in a December 19 post on X. "We need to stop using state taxes to pay for local parks," said Ives, Founder.

Charlotte Terese Finn, 92, Remembered for Devotion to Family and Community

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 20, 2024

Charlotte Terese Finn passed away on Dec. 18. Below is the obituary.

Emily M. Forsythe (nee Hollingsworth), 100, Passed Away with a Legacy of Service and Love

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 20, 2024

Emily M. Forsythe passed away on Dec. 18. Below is the obituary.

James "Mike" Gallaway, 88, Remembered for Dedication to Family and Craft

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 20, 2024

James M. Gallaway passed away on Dec. 18. Below is the obituary.

Madelyn Renee Ronaldson, 14, Remembered for Joyful Spirit and Love for Jesus

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 20, 2024

Madelyn Renee Ronaldson passed away on Dec. 18. Below is the obituary.

Robert "Bob" Seguin Jr., 67, Remembered for Strong Family Ties and Adventurous Spirit

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 20, 2024

Robert J. Seguin passed away on Dec. 18. Below is the obituary.

Antonio Labriola, 75, Remembered for Dedication to Family

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 20, 2024

Antonio Labriola passed away on Dec. 18. Below is the obituary.

Illinois monitors avian flu impact on waterfowl

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 20, 2024

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is currently monitoring a significant event involving waterfowl mortality across various locations in Illinois.

Illinois offers free first day hikes at 15 state parks

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 20, 2024

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is encouraging residents to kick off the new year with a First Day Hike at one of the state's parks on January 1, 2025.

Illinois State Museum names new director after interim period

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 20, 2024

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) has announced that Jenn Edginton will assume the role of director at the Illinois State Museum.

New protections for Illinois workers start January 2025

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 20, 2024

The new year will bring changes to Illinois workplaces with the implementation of new protections starting January 1, 2025.

Illinois monitors avian flu outbreak among waterfowl statewide

By Prairie State Wire | Dec 20, 2024

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is currently monitoring a significant mortality event among waterfowl across various locations in Illinois.