Karen Lewis to Seek Another Term as Teachers Union Head
CHICAGO (AP) — A spokesman says the president of the Chicago Teachers Union will seek re-election next year.
Ex-Illinois Official Back to Prison After Name Change
SPRINGFILED, Ill. (AP) — A judge has sentenced an ex-Illinois official to prison after he changed his name, claimed he’s dead and violated his supervised-release conditions.
Interview: Anthony Gomes
He’s a “Billboard” #1 blues artist. He’s shared the stage with B.B. King, Buddy Guy, Jimmy Page, Heart, Joe Bonamassa and more. “Music Taster’s Choice” magazine rated him as one of the top 10 guitarists in the world.
State Budget Impasse Affects Local Library
The four-month-long budget impasse in Illinois has hurt agencies throughout the state, including public libraries.
Weaver to be Sworn into 37th Senate Seat Tomorrow
A Peoria City Councilman will officially take on a new role tomorrow.
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Fisher, Jack E.
Jack E. Fisher, age 85, of Knoxville, Illinois died on Monday, September 28, 2015 at the Knox County Nursing Home in Knoxville, Illinois
Miller, Dorothy E.
Dorothy E. Miller, 91, of Galesburg, passed away at 8:17 a.m. Tuesday, September 29, 2015 at home.
Guzman, Juan Jose
Juan Jose Guzman Sr., 68, of Galesburg, died at 4:10 p.m. Monday, September 28, 2015 in OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria.
Olson, Mary Alice
Mary Alice Olson, 86, of Galesburg, died at 6:50 a.m. Tuesday, February 17, 2015 at Heartland Health Care, Galesburg.
Lewin, Richard C. “Dunk”
Richard C. “Dunk” Lewin, 86, of Galva, passed away Wednesday, September 30, 2015 at Heritage Health Care in Chillicothe, IL with family at his side.
Smith, Sarah C.
Sarah C. Smith, 74, of Knoxville, formerly of Galesburg, died at 9:25 a.m. Thursday, October 1, 2015 in OSF St. Mary Medical Center.
Creek, Samuel R.
Samuel R. Creek Jr. 75, of Alexis, IL passed away Wednesday September 30, 2015, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center Peoria, IL. He was born Saturday February 7, 1940 in Memphis, MO. the son of Samuel Sr.
Jasper, Dustin M.
Dustin M. Jasper, 33, of New Windsor, Illinois, died Saturday, October 3, 2015 as a result of an automobile accident. Cremation has been accorded. Graveside services are 2:00 PM Wednesday, October 7, 2015 at Hopewell Cemetery in
Baughman, Donald G.
Donald G. Baughman, Doctor of Optometry, 93 of Abingdon died at 7:26 a.m. Saturday, October 3, 2015 at the Care Center of Abingdon.
Strawhacker, Edna “Charlene” Wenn
Mrs. Edna “Charlene” Wenn Strawhacker, 73, Galesburg, Illinois died 3:40 pm Sunday, October 4, 2015 in OSF St. Francis Medical Center, Peoria, Illinois.
Police Superintendent Says He’ll Stay on Despite Complaints
CHICAGO (AP) — Chicago Police Superintendent Garry McCarthy says he plans to stay in his job as long as he can.
Panel Recommends Rep. Mautino for Illinois Auditor General
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — A bipartisan panel has selected longtime state Rep. Frank Mautino to serve as Illinois’ next auditor general.
Illinois Stops Paying Local Health Clinics for STD Testing
CHICAGO (AP) — Illinois has notified more than 100 jails, health departments and family planning programs that it no longer will provide free testing for sexually transmitted diseases at state labs.