Anisimov has goal, 3 assists; Blackhawks beat Stars 5-1
DALLAS (AP) — Artem Anisimov had a short-handed goal and three assists, and the Western Conference-leading Chicago Blackhawks beat the Dallas Stars 5-1 on Saturday night.
Timberwolves close out Bulls with 12-0 run to win 112-105
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Andrew Wiggins scored six of his 21 points in the final 90 seconds to help the Minnesota Timberwolves surge past the Chicago Bulls in a 112-105 victory on Saturday night.
Lehtera, Elliott lead Blues past Wild 4-1
ST. LOUIS (AP) — Jori Lehtera had a goal and an assist, and Brian Elliott made 38 saves as the St. Louis Blues beat the Minnesota Wild 4-1 on Saturday night.
Court effort aims to link job placement with child support
EDWARDSVILLE, Ill. (AP) — A new court program in southwestern Illinois aims to help connect parents who owe child support with job placement programs and other social service efforts.
Names released of 6 relatives found dead in Chicago home
CHICAGO (AP) — Authorities have released the names of six family members found dead Thursday in their home on Chicago’s southwest side.
Police: Rockford’s violent crimes surged 24 percent in 2015
ROCKFORD, Ill. (AP) — Rockford police say violent crimes surged last year in the northern Illinois city, driven by youth violence and crimes involving guns.
3 held in alleged fake kidnapping scheme in Chicago suburb
BRIDGEVIEW, Ill. (AP) — Suburban Chicago police say three people face felony disorderly conduct charges for allegedly faking a kidnapping in hopes of getting money to pay gambling debts.
Lake County offering mental health training to officers
WAUKEGAN, Ill. (AP) — Law enforcement officials in Lake County are undergoing training that Illinois could use as a statewide model to help officers identify suspects with potential mental health issues.
Lombard: Preserving a rich history for today’s students
There is little doubt that the name “Lombard” has been synonymous for centuries with generations in Galesburg.
Community gathers for annual NAACP Freedom Gala
Community leaders and citizens gathered at Knox College last night to “celebrate the unity of community.”
Galesburg Silver Streaks Boys Basketball vs. St. Charles East Fighting Saints
Here is a recap of tonight’s game from WGIL’s Brad Bennewitz: “The Galesburg Boys Basketball team survived a tight one tonight for it’s 18th consecutive win to go 26-1 on the season, holding off a tough St.