If the Red Sox Retired Numbers Like the Yankees Did…
The New York Yankees literally have no single digits numbers (except for 0) left for players to wear, as they’re all retired. But what which of the Red Sox stars of the past would have plaques if
Everything You Need to Know About the 2017 NBA Draft
The 2017 NBA draft was Thursday night, and it was one of the deepest at the top, with as many as 10 or 11 potential All-Stars in it. Aside from from one big trade, the NBA draft
Johnny Depp Being Investigated By Secret Service
Johnny Depp was at the Glastonbury Festival in the UK when he made a reference about an actor assassinating the President, which peaked the ears of Secret Service. Depp was recorded saying “This is going to be
Brendan Dassey from “Making a Murderer” Wins Appeal Ruling
A federal appeals court has upheld a ruling that overturned the murder conviction of Brendan Dassey. His “forced” confession became a key subplot in the hit series on Netflix, “Making a Murderer.” Brendan Dassey of ‘Making a
Iron Spike continues improving after three years
Iron Spike Owner Ryan Cardwell says he’s looking all the time for ways to make the brew pub and restaurant a little better.
Russell paces Cubs to 11-1 win over Marlins
MIAMI (AP) — Addison Russell had four hits, including a home run, to pace the Chicago Cubs to an 11-1 victory over the Miami Marlins on Thursday night.
Quintana, Sox cruise past Twins 9-0 after 4:50 rain delay
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Jose Abreu and Todd Frazier each hit two-run homers in the first inning, Jose Quintana cruised behind the extra support, and the Chicago White Sox beat Minnesota 9-0 on Thursday after a rain-delayed start of
Timberwolves take Markkanen with No. 7 pick for Bulls
CHICAGO (AP) — The Timberwolves have drafted Arizona’s Lauri Markkanen with the No. 7 overall pick for the Chicago Bulls after the two teams agreed to a blockbuster deal that sends three-time All-Star Jimmy Butler to Minnesota.
Jon M. Admire
Jon Michael Admire, 68, of Galesburg, died at 7:45 a.m. Friday, June 16, 2017 in Galesburg. Jon was born May 24, 1949 in Abingdon, the son of Lloyd and Doris Kilpatrick Admire. He is survived by two
Nola helps Phillies beat Cards 5-1, stop 5-game losing steak
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Aaron Nola pitched shutout ball into the eighth inning, Freddy Galvis and Tommy Joseph homered, and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the St. Louis Cardinals 5-1 Thursday to stop a five-game losing streak.
Cubs send struggling Schwarber to Triple-A Iowa
MIAMI (AP) — The Chicago Cubs have demoted struggling slugger Kyle Schwarber to Triple-A Iowa.
Man sentenced to death penalty in girlfriend’s Ohio slaying
LEBANON, Ohio (AP) — An Illinois man convicted of abducting his estranged girlfriend from Kentucky and killing her along an Ohio interstate has been sentenced to receive the death penalty.
FBI: Search for visiting Chinese scholar is agency priority
URBANA, Ill. (AP) — The FBI says the search for a visiting Chinese scholar missing from the University of Illinois is a national priority for the agency.
Illinois lawmakers meeting again to try to reach budget deal
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — The Illinois Legislature is holding another day of a special session with Republican Gov. Bruce Rauner and Democratic leaders still at odds over an elusive budget deal.
Southeastern Illinois College receives $2.5M donation
HARRISBURG, Ill. (AP) — Southeastern Illinois College has received a $2.5 million donation for a new art museum on its Harrisburg campus.
Chicago court criticizes judge, lawyer; upholds conviction
CHICAGO (AP) — A Chicago-based appellate court has criticized verbal jousting between a defense attorney and a lower court judge during a fraud trial.
State warns Illinois residents about rabid animals
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — Illinois residents are being warned to beware of rabid animals after more than two dozen rabid bats have been reported in the state this year.
Chicago businessman pleads not guilty in $7M fraud scheme
CHICAGO (AP) — A Chicago businessman has pleaded not guilty in federal court to charges he swindled elderly homeowners in a $7 million reverse-mortgage scheme.
Lawmakers still divided over budget after 2nd session day
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — Illinois lawmakers remain deeply divided after the second day of a special session aimed at approving a state budget.
Ranking the best and most heated rivalries in MLS
From New York City FC and the New York Red Bulls, to the Seattle Sounders and the Portland Timbers.