Yemm Ford Expected to Open Renovated Facility August 1st
An area automotive dealership has announced an opening date for its new facility–a project that has been more than a year in the making.
Galesburg Man Sentenced for Duplicate Burglary Crime
A sentence was given to the Galesburg man who was arrested for burglarizing the Knox County Courthouse for the second time after 11 years.
Interview: Great Galesburg Shake Students at WGIL
12 students from Galesburg School District 205 toured WGIL today (May 27, 2015) to record interviews and create public service announcements about the “Twelve Tools of Triumph”. The students are Sydney McGahey, Selena Suarez, Hailey Brock, Mallory Idle,
Petrovich, Anthony “Tony”
Anthony “Tony” Petrovich, 82, of Alpha, IL, died Monday, May 25, 2015 at Genesis in Silvis, IL.
One Dead in Motorcycle Crash Off Highway 10 Near Galesburg
The Knox County Sheriff’s office has confirmed a single fatality in an accident that took place early this morning.
Quincy, Adams County Seek Input On New Branding Strategy
QUINCY, Ill. (AP) — Economic development officials in the western Illinois city of Quincy are seeking community input on a new brand and motto for the area.
Woman Charged in Southern Illinois Crash That Killed 2
RED BUD, Ill. (AP) — A 20-year-old southern Illinois woman has been charged with reckless homicide in connection with a January crash that killed two Randolph County women.
Republicans Take Turn in Battle Over Budget, Reform
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — Lawmakers are expected to take up legislation that tackles central planks of Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner’s pro-business priorities.
Central Illinois High School Approves Random Drug Testing
MOUNT ZION, Ill. (AP) — A U.S. Navy veteran who served during the Vietnam War has been confirmed as the new assistant director of the Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs.
Vietnam Vet Approved For Illinois Veterans Post
CHICAGO (AP)–A U.S. Navy veteran who served during the Vietnam War has been confirmed as the new assistant director of the Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs.
Marijuana Facility in South-Central Illinois Hits Snag
CHICAGO (AP) — Plans to build a medical marijuana facility in the south-central Illinois city of Litchfield have run into obstacles.
Filing: Illinois Prep Sports Body Exaggerating Suit’s Impact
CHICAGO (AP) — A new plaintiff’s filing in a class-action head injury lawsuit against the governing body of Illinois prep sports has asked a judge to let the litigation move forward.
Illinois TV Anchor Dies After Battle With Brain Cancer
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (AP) — An Illinois television news anchor who continued to work while he struggled with brain cancer has died.
Man Killed in Elevator accident At The McLean County Court
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. (AP) — A McLean County employee has been killed in an elevator accident at the county’s courthouse in Bloomington.
Canoeist Who Drowned Going After Cat in Illinois Lake IDed
ANTIOCH, Ill. (AP) — Police have identified a man who drowned in a northern Illinois lake while trying to save a cat.
Electric and Gas Tax Proposed at Council Work Session
The Galesburg City Council met last night in a work session, where they discussed a number of topics, including a proposed tax on gas and electricity for area businesses and homeowners.
Improvements and Events at Bunker Links Discussed at Golf Commission Meeting
At yesterday’s Galesburg Golf Advisory Commission meeting, the groundskeeper and golf pro discussed upcoming events for Bunker Links Golf Course.