Galesburg Civic Art Center Displays 15,000 Pieces of Art in Collaborative Display
The Galesburg Civic Art Center opened its newest exhibition today–the work of more than 70 contributors.
Legislation Alters Firefighter Exam Requirements for Veterans
The Illinois Senate has approved legislation that would allow Veterans over 35-years-old to take the firefighter exam for municipal fire departments.
Tadd, Carletta A.
Carletta A. Tadd, 89, of Galesburg, died at 2:58 p.m. Friday, May 29, 2015 in OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria, Illinois.
World War II Vet Fulfills Goal of Pitching at Wrigley Field
CHICAGO (AP) — More than 70 years after he hoped to make his major league debut, a World War II veteran has fulfilled his goal of pitching at Wrigley Field.
Michigan Beats Bradley 4-3 in NCAA Elimination Game
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Jacob Cronenworth and Jackson Glines had two hits apiece and Evan Hill threw 6 2-3 solid innings to lead Michigan to a 4-3 win over Bradley in an elimination game at the Louisville
Illinois Beats Notre Dame 3-0 in NCAA Regional
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (AP) — Drasen Johnson threw a three-hitter to help Illinois beat Notre Dame 3-0 on Sunday in the NCAA regional tournament.
Martinez Honors Late Taveras, Pitches Cardinals Over Dodgers
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Carlos Martinez wiped away tears during a pregame tribute to late teammate Oscar Taveras, then pitched one-hit ball for seven shutout innings to lead the St. Louis Cardinals over the Los Angeles Dodgers
White Sox Shut Out Astros 6-0
HOUSTON (AP) — John Danks earned his first shutout of the season to help the Chicago White Sox defeat the Houston Astros 6-0 on Sunday.
Ross Hits Winning Single in 11th, Cubs Beat Royals 2-1
CHICAGO (AP) — David Ross hit an RBI single with one out in the 11th inning Sunday, lifting the Chicago Cubs over the Kansas City Royals 2-1.
Central Illinois Girl Scouts Sharing New Camp With Public
HONEY BEND, Ill. (AP) — The Girl Scouts of Central Illinois has a new campground and for the first time in the group’s history it’s offering to share a camping facility with the public.
Royal Couple From the Netherlands to Visit Chicago This Week
CHICAGO (AP) — King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima of the Kingdom of the Netherlands will visit a Chicago next week as part of their visit to the United States this week.
Caterpillar Retirees Scramble To Verify Health Insurance
PEORIA, Ill. (AP) — Some Caterpillar retirees are scrambling to comply with a recent request by the Peoria company to provide proof of dependency for family members to continue receiving health insurance.
Wildlife Rescuers Comb Downtown Chicago For Injured Birds
CHICAGO (AP) — A DuPage County wildlife rehabilitation organization is helping to rescue and heal thousands of birds injured each year in collisions with windows at downtown Chicago buildings.
Rauner Calls Legislative Session ‘Stunningly Disappointing
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — Republican Gov. Bruce Rauner is calling the Legislature’s spring session “stunningly disappointing” after Democrats passed a budget despite an impasse over how to fully fund it.
Plan To Allow Illinois Bobcat Hunting Goes To Governor
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — Illinois would allow hunting and trapping of bobcats under legislation headed to the governor.
Utility Tax Increase of 5% Could Bring Millions in Revenue for Galesburg
The Galesburg City Council discussed a utility tax increase of 5 percent at their last meeting.
City Council Expected to Vote on Community Center Plans Tonight
Galesburg City Council members are expected to discuss an on-going debate once again tonight, regarding the naming of a city community center.