DeWitt, Margaret F.
Margaret F. DeWitt, 89, formerly Galesburg, Illinois, died at 7:39 p.m. Tuesday, August 25, 2015 in Maple Woods Assisted Living Center in Cohasset, Minnesota.
Simmons, Dwight G.
Dwight G. Simmons, 81 of Greenbush, IL passed away Wednesday August 26, 2015 at O.S.F. St. Francis Medical Center Peoria, IL.
Dickson Jr, Albert Charles “Dick”
Albert Charles “Dick” Dickson Jr., 88, of Galesburg, Illinois, died at 9:45 a.m. Thursday, August 27, 2015 in Seminary Manor in Galesburg.
Peterson, Trudy K.
Trudy K. Peterson, 71, of Galesburg, died at 4:20 a.m. Thursday, August 27, 2015 in Marigold Health Care Center.
34th Annual ABATE Bash Kicks Off Tonight to Raise Money for Local Charities
The 34th Annual three day Central Illinois ABATE Bash will be this weekend in efforts to raise money for local charities and educate motorcyclists on motorcycle safety.
Galesburg Youth Athletic Club Raises Funds for Cameron Residents
Last weekend, the Galesburg Youth Athletic Club held a fundraiser at Sandy Oaks Campground in Keithsburg to raise funds for Cameron residents affected by the EF-2 Tornado in July.
Illinois Fires Coach Tim Beckman 1 Week Before Season Opener
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (AP) — Illinois has fired football coach Tim Beckman one week before the start of the season, citing preliminary results of an investigation into allegations of player mistreatment and inappropriate behavior.
Blues’ Patrik Berglund To Undergo Right Shoulder Surgery
ST. LOUIS (AP) — St. Louis Blues forward Patrik Berglund will undergo surgery on his right shoulder and will be evaluated in four months.
Blues Invite Scott Gomez For Tryout
ST. LOUIS (AP) — The St. Louis Blues invited veteran forward Scott Gomez to training camp for a tryout.
Credit Impact Unclear Amid Fight Over New St. Louis Stadium
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) — An administration official says it’s unclear what would happen to Missouri’s credit rating if lawmakers don’t make payments agreed upon by the state for a St. Louis football stadium.
Harbaugh Discusses Recent Phone Conversation with Jordan
ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) — Jim Harbaugh is quite a celebrity these days, but even he was taken aback when he received a phone call recently from Michael Jordan.
Cubs Get Struggling Reliever Fernando Rodney from Mariners
CHICAGO (AP) — The playoff-contending Chicago Cubs have acquired struggling reliever Fernando Rodney from the Seattle Mariners for cash.
Home Runs, Clutch Relief Help Cardinals Top Diamondbacks 5-3
PHOENIX (AP) — Brandon Moss hit his first home run with St. Louis and Tony Cruz hit his first of the season, leading the Cardinals to a 5-3 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Thursday night to
Rodon, Eaton Lead White Sox Pat Mariners, 4-2
CHICAGO (AP) — Carlos Rodon took a shutout into the seventh inning, Adam Eaton had three hits and scored three runs, and the Chicago White Sox beat the Seattle Mariners 4-2 on Thursday night.
Tomlinson Hits Grand Slam For 1st MLB HR, Giants Beat Cubs
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Kelby Tomlinson hit a grand slam for his first career home run and Marlon Byrd added a three-run shot, leading Madison Bumgarner and the San Francisco Giants over the Chicago Cubs 9-1 on
Officials Seek Cause of Fatal Haz-Mat Incident Near Chicago
DES PLAINES, Ill. (AP) — Authorities worked into the night after a hazardous materials incident at a suburban Chicago town house left two men dead and a woman critically injured.
Drivers Urged to Plan for Downtown Chicago Roadwork, Closure
CHICAGO (AP) — City and state transportation officials are warning motorists to prepare for another weekend of road closures and heavy traffic in Chicago.
Peoria County Gets $3.2 Million to Combat Lead Poisoning
PEORIA, Ill. (AP) — Peoria County is getting $3.2 million from the federal government to protect children and their families from lead poisoning.
Galesburg Police Issue Warrant for Wanted Man
The Galesburg Police Department has issued a warrant for the arrest of a man accused of performing sexual acts on a child.
In-flight Internet Provider Gogo Opens Chicago Headquarters
CHICAGO (AP) — In-flight Internet provider Gogo Inc. is up and running at its new global headquarters in Chicago.