Former Illinois Attorney General Jim Ryan died "peacefully at home" after several lengthy illnesses, his family confirmed Sunday. He was 76 years old.

MARION (WSIL) � On Thursday, Brian Pierce senior, the father of fallen Brooklyn officer Brian Pierce Junior, threw out the first pitch at the Miners game from Rent One Park in Marion. Brian Pierce junior was honored and remembered prior to the game. The Miners shared their condolences with Brian Pierce senior and it was