Saints defense bracing for first test vs Panthers' Olsen
METAIRIE, La. (AP) When Saints cornerback Marshon Lattimore finished reviewing game video of the latest performance by New Orleans’ defense, he came away unimpressed, but not discouraged.
Lions interview Vrabel for coaching opening
DETROIT (AP) The Detroit Lions have interviewed Houston Texans defensive coordinator Mike Vrabel for their coaching position.
Interim coach Steve Spagnuolo interviews for Giants' top job
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) The New York Giants have started the interview process for their head coaching job by starting with the man who ran the team for the final month of a disastrous season.
Knoxville Council discusses lead service line replacement.
The first City Council meeting for the City of Knoxville in 2018 was a short one. Besides approving minutes and signing off on the City’s new sexual harassment policy, the bulk of the meeting Tuesday night was spent
Weidler, Laverne G.
Laverne G. Weidler, 86, of Farmer City, IL, passed away at 8:35 p.m., Tuesday, January 2, 2018 at the Mendota Lutheran Home, Mendota, IL.
Sosh, Bernice
Bernice “Dolly” Sosh, age 90, of Knoxville, Illinois passed away on December 28, 2017 at her home.
Rutledge, Robert W.
Robert “Bob” Wayne Rutledge, age 88, of Knoxville, Illinois died on Tuesday, Janury 2, 2018 at his home.
Second shooting in Monmouth in two weeks
A Monmouth man is recovering from a gunshot wound to his forearm after another man fired on him yesterday.
Monmouth man facing five counts of first-degree murder
A Monmouth man made his first appearance in court Tuesday – facing nearly a half dozen murder charges stemming from a shooting on Christmas Eve.
Injured Alabama LB Anfernee Jennings to miss title game
TUSCALOOSA, Ala. (AP) Alabama starting linebacker Anfernee Jennings says he will miss the national championship game against Georgia with a left knee injury sustained in the semifinals.
Tour de Ski 4th stage cancelled due to severe weather
OBERSTDORF, Germany (AP) Heavy rain and strong winds have forced the cancellation of the fourth stage of cross-country Tour de Ski races.
Georgia advances to championship with OT win vs. Oklahoma
Georgia will take on Alabama in the College Football Playoff championship.
Alabama makes big statement with dominating win over Clemson
Alabama’s defense not only delivered some payback to Clemson but a strong statement entering the national championship game.
College Football Playoff ratings rise from 2017
Viewership for the College Football Playoff on ESPN was the highest it has been since the first season of the postseason system in 2015.
Pro Football Pickem Winners Announced!
The WaterWorks Car Wash Pro Football Pickem has wrapped up and we have a Pickem Champ! Scott Adcock of Galesburg finished ahead of the rest of the pack with 19,500 points and wins the $500 grand prize!
Preview: Suns at Nuggets, 6:30 p.m., FOX Sports Arizona
Suns hoping to build on momentum from last-minute win over Atlanta
Chargers miss the playoffs for the third straight season
What’s next for the Chargers in 2018?
Dolphins regress, not progress, in second season under Adam Gase
With a 6-10 finish, the Dolphins will sit out the playoffs for the eighth time in nine years, and they’re 65-80 (.448) since 2008.
Colin thinks this year's NFL MVP choice is obvious
In a discussion with Kristine Leahy, Colin Cowherd explains how New England Patriots' QB, Tom Brady is the obvious NFL MVP over Los Angeles Rams' running back, Todd Gurley.
Are Alabama and Georgia the best two teams in the country?
Were the best four teams in the country in the college football semifinals?