Clawson, Marilyn K.

Mrs. Marilyn K. Clawson, 83, of Alexis, Illinois, died at 2:30 a.m. Saturday, July 11, 2015 in Seminary Manor in Galesburg, Illinois.
One Confirmed Dead in Fulton County Crash

The Fulton County Sheriff’s Office has released information regarding a one vehicle accident that took place yesterday near Table Grove.
Excessive Heat and Rain Expected This Week

There’s no doubt that the July heat is in the air, with temperatures on the rise and heat indexes reaching up to 100 degrees.
Schumacher Wins Top Fuel at Route 66 NHRA Nationals

JOLIET, Ill. (AP) – Tony Schumacher earned his 80th career victory when he won the Top Fuel category on Sunday at the Route 66 NHRA Nationals.
California Chrome Out of Arlington Million With Leg Injury

ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (AP) – California Chrome, who won the 2014 Kentucky Derby and went on to earn Horse of the Year honors, has a bruised cannon bone that will force him out of the Arlington Million
Jerry Smith Earns First Champions Tour Win

GLENVIEW, Ill. (AP) – Jerry Smith shot a 2-under 70 on Sunday to win the Encompass Championship for his first title on the Champions Tour.
Spieth Beats Gillis in Playoff, Wins John Deere Classic

SILVIS, Ill. (AP) – Jordan Spieth beat Tom Gillis on the second hole of a playoff to win the John Deere Classic on Sunday for his fourth victory of the season.
Bulls Sign Forward/Center Felicio

CHICAGO (AP) – The Chicago Bulls have signed forward/center Cristiano Felicio.
Hot-Shooting Sky Beat East-Leading Sun 96-76

ROSEMONT, Ill. (AP) – Cappie Pondexter scored a season-high 29 points and the Chicago Sky beat the Connecticut Sun 96-76 on Sunday, their second win in 11 days over the Eastern Conference leader.
Warren County Authorities Apprehend Wanted Man, Investigation Ongoing

The Monmouth Police Department, Warren County Sheriff’s Office and the Illinois State Police have arrested a man who was wanted in relation to an unreleased incident that occurred in Monmouth early this morning.
Pirates Rally Past Cardinals 6-5 in 10 Innings

PITTSBURGH (AP) – Gregory Polanco capped another late rally, driving in Jung Ho Kang with two outs in the 10th inning to lift the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 6-5 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals on Sunday
Cubs Shut Down Rival White Sox for 3-1 Win

CHICAGO (AP) – Jake Arrieta pitched a two-hitter and also homered to lead the Chicago Cubs to a 3-1 win over the Chicago White Sox on Sunday.
Injured Carbondale Veteran to be Children’s Camp Counselor
CARBONDALE, Ill. (AP) — A southern Illinois veteran who lost his right foot in Afghanistan has been chosen to be a counselor at a summer camp for children who have had amputations.
Public Hearing Scheduled on Illinois State Museum Closing
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — Members of the public will have a chance to testify on Gov. Bruce Rauner’s push to close the Illinois State Museum.
Bird in Ogle County Tests Positive for West Nile
OREGON, Ill. (AP) — Health officials say a dead bird found in Ogle County has tested positive for West Nile virus. The Ogle County Health Department announced the news late last week.
Suburban Chicago Zoo Officials Say 54 Stingrays Dead
CHICAGO (AP) — Suburban Chicago zoo officials say 54 stingrays are dead after oxygen levels dropped in a tank.
Winners Crowned at Knox County Fair Pageant

The Knox County Fair Pageant was held last night and tears were spilled as the 2014 Winners had their last walk and the 2015 winners were crowned.
ID Distinction Available for Knox County Veterans

Veterans in Knox County and across the State of Illinois now have the opportunity to better display their service publicly.