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Chicago man charged with defrauding Social Security system

By Prairie State Wire | Jun 24, 2025

A man from suburban Chicago has been indicted on charges of fraudulently obtaining Social Security benefits using his deceased father's identity.

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Rockford man sentenced for drug trafficking and firearm offenses

By Prairie State Wire | Jun 24, 2025

A Rockford man has been sentenced to over six years in federal prison for drug trafficking and firearm possession.

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First human West Nile virus case reported in Southern Illinois

By Prairie State Wire | Jun 24, 2025

The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has confirmed the first human case of West Nile virus (WNV) in Illinois for 2025.

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IL House GOP says FanDuel adds $0.50 transaction fee to every online wager

By Prairie State Wire | Jun 23, 2025

The Illinois House Republican Caucus has announced that FanDuel will implement a $0.50 transaction fee on every online wager in Illinois.

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VA Purchase Loans in Illinois average $315,726 for Q4 2024

By Prairie State Wire | Jun 23, 2025

The average VA Purchase Loan amount for Illinois in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2024 was $315,726, according to the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

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How many H-1B petitions were made by Illinois employers classified under the Public Administration industry during 2024?

By Prairie State Wire | Jun 23, 2025

Employers classified under the Public Administration industry based in Illinois submitted 25 H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Barbara J. Duggan Remembered for Kindness and Dedication

By Prairie State Wire | Jun 23, 2025

Barbara J. Duggan passed away on June 21. Below is the obituary.

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Darla S. Kirchner, 66, Remembered for Her Work and Family

By Prairie State Wire | Jun 23, 2025

Darla S. Kirchner passed away on June 21. Below is the obituary.

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Richard "R.J." Seitz Sr., of Blue Island, Remembered as Devoted Family Man

By Prairie State Wire | Jun 23, 2025

Richard "R.J." Joseph Seitz passed away on June 21. Below is the obituary.

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Alicia Rosado Quiñones Remembered for Love and Family

By S. R. Geiger | Jun 23, 2025

Alicia Rosado Quiñones passed away on June 21. Below is the obituary.

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Grace Ann Niemiec, of Wilton Center, Remembered for Faith and Love

By S. R. Geiger | Jun 23, 2025

Grace Ann Niemiec passed away on June 21. Below is the obituary.

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James Friel, 90, Former Chicago Firefighter, Passes Away; Visitation and Funeral Details

By S. R. Geiger | Jun 23, 2025

James Friel passed away on June 21. Below is the obituary.

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Nancy L. White Remembered for Love of Family and Culinary Creations

By S. R. Geiger | Jun 23, 2025

Nancy L. White passed away on June 21. Below is the obituary.

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Robert B. “Bob” Zwahlen, 82, Remembered for Love of Motorcycles and Exploration

By S. R. Geiger | Jun 23, 2025

Robert "Bob" B. Zwahlen passed away on June 21. Below is the obituary.

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James R. McCormack, 81, of Mazon, Remembered for Generosity and Handy Skills; Visitation and Funeral Details

By S. R. Geiger | Jun 23, 2025

James McCormack passed away on June 21. Below is the obituary.

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Mary F. Jordan, 90, of Orland and Tinley Park, Passes Away; Funeral Service Details

By S. R. Geiger | Jun 23, 2025

Mary F. Jordan passed away on June 21. Below is the obituary.

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FOIA request sent to Illinois Department of Corrections regarding state prisons warden details on June 23, 2025

By Prairie State Wire | Jun 23, 2025

FOIA Request to Illinois Department of Corrections regarding state prisons warden name and headshot on June 23, 2025.

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Illinois Department of Agriculture announces spongy moth treatment schedule

By Prairie State Wire | Jun 23, 2025

The Illinois Department of Agriculture has announced that the Spongy Moth treatment in northern Illinois is set to commence on Thursday, June 26, 2025.

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Kaskaskia Bell State Memorial hosts annual Independence Day celebration

By Prairie State Wire | Jun 23, 2025

The Kaskaskia Bell State Memorial will host its 55th annual Independence Day ceremony on July 4 at 1 p.m. The event takes place in the historic village of Kaskaskia, Illinois, which is home to the Liberty Bell of the West.

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Springfield hosts free summer history walks and talks

By Prairie State Wire | Jun 23, 2025

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is set to offer a series of free history walks and porch talks at Springfield historic sites this summer.