Big Bang Boom Fireworks Show to Explode at Lake Storey Tomorrow
Thousands are expected to gather at Lake Storey tomorrow afternoon and evening, for a day long Independence Day Celebration.
Venable Homer Boosts Padres in Extra Innings
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Will Venable hit a pinch-hit two-run home run in the top of the 11th inning and the San Diego Padres snapped a three-game losing streak with a 5-3 victory over the suddenly scuffling
Quigley Rallies Sky to 77-74 Win Over Sun
UNCASVILLE, Conn. (AP) — Allie Quigley scored 19 points, including the go-ahead free throws with 15.4 seconds left, to lift the Chicago Sky to a 77-74 victory over the Connecticut Sun on Thursday night.
Caps Get Sochi Shootout Star Oshie From Blues for Brouwer
ARLINGTON, Va. (AP) — Sochi Olympics shootout star T.J. Oshie has been acquired by the Washington Capitals in a deal that sends Troy Brouwer to the St. Louis Blues.
Herrera’s Bunt, Blast Leads Cubs Over Feeble Mets For Sweep
NEW YORK (AP) — Jonathan Herrera filled in neatly for Kris Bryant, driving in three runs with a squeeze bunt and homer that sent Jake Arrieta and the Chicago Cubs past the feeble New York Mets 6-1
Danville Condemns Childhood Home of Actor Dick Van Dyke
DANVILLE, Ill. (AP) — The childhood home of actor Dick Van Dyke could be torn down after a central Illinois city condemned the dilapidated building.
8 Shot Even as Chicago Officers Work Long Hours Over Holiday
CHICAGO (AP) — Shootings across Chicago have killed at least three people and wounded five others even as thousands of police officers work longer shifts over the long July Fourth weekend.
Illinois Man Has Donated 25 Bodies’ Worth of Blood
CHARLESTON, Ill. (AP) — An eastern Illinois man is being recognized for donating blood, lots of it. Around 25 human bodies’ worth to be exact.
Cab Driver Charged with Endangerment After Teen Leaves Camp
WATERLOO, Ill. (AP) — A southern Illinois cab driver has been charged with misdemeanor child endangerment after a 13-year-old girl went missing after being dropped at an overnight church summer camp.
Suburban Chicago Nurse Sentenced For Exporting Weapons
CHICAGO (AP) — A suburban Chicago nurse has been sentenced to five years in prison for purchasing and shipping more than 30 weapons to the Philippines.
Union Lawsuit Seek Full Pay Despite No Illinois Budget
BELLEVILLE, Ill. (AP) — Unions representing Illinois state employees have filed a lawsuit demanding they will be paid in full and on time despite the lack of a 2016 fiscal year budget.
Galesburg Fire Department Cautions Firework Users This Independence Day Weekend
Citizens across the nation will be out and about this weekend celebrating the Fourth of July, many of which will likely enjoy fireworks in some capacity.
Library Board Talks District 205 Agreement and Financial Gifts
The Galesburg Public Library Board of Trustees met yesterday afternoon and discussed finances and property acquisition.
Henry County Authorities Investigate Fatal Cambridge Crash
The Henry County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal accident that occurred yesterday afternoon.