County purchases permanently mounted radios for Sheriff’s Department
The Knox County Sheriff’s Department never before had radios that were permanently fixed in their squad cars, but last night the Knox County Board approved a purchase of $91,000 for new radios and repeaters.
Tornado touches down near Macomb
Last night’s weather was intense, but had little impact in the immediate area. Other locations affected were not as lucky.
Douglas, Gilbert W.
Dr. Gilbert W. Douglas died at his Arizona home, on December 16, 2015.
Winbigler, Rondald Gregory
Ronald Gregory Winbigler, 67, of Monmouth, IL died at 12:02 p.m. December 21, 2015 at his home.
Swanson, Ruby E.
Ruby E. Swanson, 97, of Woodhull, IL died Monday, Dec ember 21, 2015 at de Greeff Hospice House in St. Louis, Missouri.
Pennington, Robert E.
Mr. Robert E. Pennington, 70, of Galesburg, Illinois, died at 7 a.m. Friday, December 18, 2015, at his home.
Emergency personnel are hard at work during the holidays
Not everyone has tomorrow off for the Christmas holiday. The staff of the Galesburg Public Safety Building will be working to make sure citizens are protected.
Knox County suing the state for missed salary payments
The Knox County Board last night directed State’s Attorney John Pepmeyer to file a lawsuit against the Illinois Comptroller and director of the Department of Revenue.
18-year-old gets 115-year sentence in July 4 shootings
QUINCY, Ill. (AP) — An 18-year-old Quincy man has been sentenced to 115 years in prison for first-degree murder and attempted first-degree murder. Judge Robert Adrian sentenced Gavin Masters on Wednesday.
Chicago launches campaign to reduce electronic cigarette use
CHICAGO (AP) — The city of Chicago is launching a new public health campaign aimed at educating young people on the dangers of electronic cigarettes.
Ex-prosecutor seeks to bar wife’s testimony in murder trial
QUINCY, Ill. (AP) — A former Adams County prosecutor charged with murder in his first wife’s death wants to keep his second wife from testifying at his upcoming trial.
Illinois survives drought in 68-63 victory over Missouri
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Malcolm Hill had 21 points, including a basket that ended a scoreless drought of nearly 9-1/2 minutes, and Illinois held off Missouri 68-63 in the annual Braggin’ Rights game on Wednesday night.
US Steel contract deal won’t stop Granite City shutdown
GRANITE CITY, Ill. (AP) — A tentative contract agreement between U.S. Steel Corp. and the United Steelworkers union won’t prevent the company from temporarily shutting down its Granite City plant.
Illinois driver’s license deemed not secure enough for feds
CHICAGO (AP) — Illinois officials say a state driver’s license won’t be enough identification to get into most federal facilities after Jan. 10 when the state’s exemption from federal Real ID requirements ends.
TCU downs Bradley 53-49 behind Collins
PEORIA, Ill. (AP) — Sophomore guard Chauncey Collins scored 14 points and grabbed eight rebounds and TCU barely held off Bradley to win 53-49 Wednesday.
Attorneys back off from alleging mom threatened officer
CHICAGO (AP) — Attorneys for a Chicago police officer who fatally shot a man have withdrawn their request to have the man’s mother sanctioned for allegedly making threats against the officer and his children.
Madigan: Daily fantasy sports betting is illegal gambling
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — Attorney General Lisa Madigan says that daily fantasy sports betting is illegal gambling under Illinois law.