Galesburg Police Department Amps up Enforcement for Independence Day
The Galesburg Police Department will be increasing the number of officers out on patrol to watch for drunk drivers and unbuckled drivers this holiday season.
President Obama to Honor Monmouth Grad as “Champion of Change”
A recent college graduate from the area will be honored by President Barack Obama this Thursday at the White House.
Galesburg Police Investigate Suspect in One of Two Tuesday Fires
The Galesburg Police Department is currently investigating a suspicious person following a fire that took place earlier today.
Cubs Call Up OF Szczur from Triple-A, Takes Schwarber’s Spot
CHICAGO (AP) – The Chicago Cubs have recalled outfielder Matt Szczur from Triple-A Iowa to take the roster spot that was held by productive rookie Kyle Schwarber.
Lights Problem Causes Delay in Dodgers-Cubs at Wrigley Field
CHICAGO (AP) – The lights at Wrigley Field flickered in the bottom of the sixth inning, prompting an odd scene when Cubs manager Joe Maddon repeatedly came out of the dugout to talk to the umpires during
Cubs LHP Tsuyoshi Wada Leaves Game with Cramping in Arm
CHICAGO (AP) – Cubs left-hander Tsuyoshi Wada was removed from his start against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Monday night with cramping in the back of his left arm.
Bryant Homers Twice as Cubs Beat Kershaw, Dodgers 4-2
CHICAGO (AP) – Kris Bryant connected twice for his first career multihomer game, and the Chicago Cubs beat Clayton Kershaw and the Los Angeles Dodgers 4-2 on Monday night.
Vargas, Twins Cruise to 13-2 Victory Over White Sox
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Kennys Vargas went 4 for 4 with a three-run homer and four RBIs, rookie Byron Buxton had three hits in his first time batting leadoff in the majors, and the Minnesota Twins trounced the
Morse, Grace
Grace Morse, age 92, of Maquon, Illinois died at 12:30 P.M. on Monday, June 22, 2015 at the Knox County Nursing Home, Knoxville, Illinois.
Sergison, Donna L.
Donna L. (Harding) Sergison passed away at 8:05 AM Sunday June 21, 2015 at the Kensington in Galesburg surrounded by her family.
Cozad, Robert “Bob” E.
Robert “Bob” E. Cozad, 85 of Galesburg and formerly of Abingdon, went to be with the Lord at 5:20 a.m. Saturday, June 20, 2015 at the Marigold Rehabilitation and Health Care Center in Galesburg.
Southern Illinois Group Home To Close After Stabbing
TAMMS, Ill. (AP)–A southern Illinois group home is closing after the stabbing of two residents led to a $12,500 fine by a state licensing agency.
Indiana Man Dies Trying To Rescue Boy From Illinois Creek
VERMILION, Ill. (AP) — Authorities say an Indiana man died after he was swept away while trying to help rescue a boy from a rain-swollen creek in rural eastern Illinois.
Joliet Junior College Gets Grant to Highlight Latino History
JOLIET, Ill. (AP) — Joliet Junior College has received a grant to highlight Latino culture and history.
Belleville Campus President Leaves For Florida college
BELLEVILLE, Ill. (AP) — The president of Lindenwood University’s Belleville campus is leaving for an administrative job at a Florida arts college.
Law Professor to Screen Applications for Burge Reparations
CHICAGO (AP) — A law professor will review applications for reparations to be paid by a fund for victims of torture at the hands of a Chicago police squad headed by former commander Jon Burge.
Illinois Guard Unit Headed to Texas for Border Work
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — The Illinois National Guard says a group of its aviators and aircraft mechanics will soon head to the U.S. border with Mexico.
Chicago Starts Up West Nile Virus Prevention Efforts
CHICAGO (AP) — Chicago health officials are taking steps to prevent West Nile virus.
Lawmakers Return to Springfield; 8 Days Before Budget Due
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — The Illinois General Assembly makes what has become its weekly return to Springfield with a state budget still unresolved and only eight days before it’s due.
Heavy Damage Reported in Coal City South of Chicago
CHICAGO (AP) — Authorities say high winds have caused heavy damage in Coal City, a city of about 5,000 residents south of Chicago.