Firefighters honored and remembered at Springfield event
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — Firefighters who died in the line of duty have been honored during a ceremony at the Illinois State Capitol.
Chicago State leaders offer plans for the future
CHICAGO (AP) — Chicago State University officials say they will work to boost enrollment, resolve financial concerns and improve the reputation of the institution in the coming year.
Lackey strikes out 10, Cubs beat Rockies 8-1 for DH split
DENVER (AP) — John Lackey struck out 10 over seven scoreless innings and added an RBI single, helping the Chicago Cubs stop a four-game skid by beating the Colorado Rockies 8-1 on Tuesday for a day-night doubleheader split.
Santiago beats former team, Twins top White Sox 7-2
CHICAGO (AP) — Hector Santiago beat his former team once again, Byron Buxton had three hits and the Minnesota Twins rolled over the Chicago White Sox 7-2 on Tuesday night.
Area author signing historical fiction novel at Stone Alley Saturday

The author of a new piece of historical fiction, Jill Bartelt is coming to Galesburg for a book signing this Saturday.
Galesburg Live: Kirk Hosteng, Andrew Keener, and Joey Range

In our first hour, we talked about golf and recent facility improvements with Soangetaha Country Club general manager Kirk Hosteng and Oak Run clubhouse manager Andrew Keener. Missed it? Listen below! In our second hour, we
Yasiel Puig learns an embarrassing lesson about bat strength
Bruised ego, bruised thigh
Minnesota United on the rise 10 games into debut MLS season
After a slow start, Minnesota United FC is finally showing some promise after knocking off Sporting Kansas City
Man faces felony drugs, weapons charges

A Galesburg man has made another appearance in court after being arrested last Friday when drugs and weapons allegedly were found in his home.
Ranking the favorites to win the NFL's Rookie of the Year awards
FOXSports.com ranking the favorites to win the NFL’s Rookie of the Year awards in 2017.
Aric Almirola, crew chief take penalty hits after 'Dega
The No. 43 Richard Petty Motorsports team penalized after fourth-place finish.
McIlroy returns with a wedding ring and new clubs in the bag
PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. (AP) A ring on his finger. New clubs in his golf bag.
12 things you need to know about Kansas Speedway
The 1.5-mile Kansas track has now been around long enough to have a history.
MLB Quick Hits: Griffin serves up fantasy baseball treat
AJ Griffin threw a complete game and delivered fantasy baseball dominance.
Lonzo Ball's 'Big Baller Brand' shoes are $495, is it possible they are worth it? | THE HERD
Colin Cowherd on Lonzo Ball’s debut shoe. Find out why the $495 price tag could be worth it.
Warriors crushing LeBron's Cavaliers in 2017 NBA Finals could be great for NBA fans | THE HERD
Colin Cowherd talks Golden State Warriors and the NBA. Find out why Golden State’s success could help the NBA.
Who's the oldest player in the NBA?
Who’s the oldest player in the NBA? No more Tim Duncan
Senators Beat the Rangers to Advance to East Finals

The Senators were lead by their captain Eric Karlsson, with 1 goal and 1 assist to a 4-2 win over the Rangers. Advancing to the Eastern Conference Finals, they await their opponent, winner of a Pittsburg Penguins
LaVar Ball: MJ isn’t Lonzo, He Can’t Sell $495 Gear

LaVar Ball says his son is doing something Michael Jordan could never do: sell shoes for $495. Lonzo Ball, LaVar’s son, rolled out a new shoe line and gear, which created a lot of negative buzz because
Bustos, Durbin, Duckworth raise concerns over Comey firing

The three congressmen, all Democrats, who represent Knox County have raised concerns over President Donald Trump’s firing of FBI Director of James Comey on Wednesday and called for a special prosecutor to investigate the Trump campaign’s possible