Falcons' Jones ignores aches and pains to stay on the field
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) Even Julio Jones was caught off guard when someone mentioned all the various body parts he’s had to nurse back to health this season.
Actor Dietrich Gray is a Galesburg native!

He’s had roles ranging from ones you’d see on the Disney Channel, to ones you’d see on network television. Wednesday night, Dietrich Gray (known to Galesburg residents as David Gray) was one of the people on the
Scheduling issues hamper NBA's European expansion plans
LONDON (AP) If Adam Silver learned one thing from his latest trip to London, it’s that the appetite for more NBA games remains huge around Europe – and the rest of the world.
XTRA Point: LA Lions look to defend 10U Championship Title
#XTRAPOINT: LA Lions look to defend 10U Championship Title
Pitt F Ryan Luther out for season with foot injury
PITTSBURGH (AP) Pittsburgh senior forward Ryan Luther’s season is over. The Panthers announced Thursday that the stress reaction Luther is dealing with in his right foot is not responding well to treatment and will prevent him from
Roethlisberger's resurgence faces stiff test against Jaguars
PITTSBURGH (AP) The words that threatened to define Ben Roethlisberger’s season were uttered almost as an afterthought and with more than a hint of frustrated sarcasm.
Martino: If Gulati backs Carter, he should do so publicly
NEW YORK (AP) Kyle Martino says that if Sunil Gulati is backing Kathy Carter to succeed him as U.S. Soccer Federation President, Gulati should state his allegiance publicly.
James Blake hired as tournament director of Miami Open
MIAMI (AP) Former top-five player James Blake has been hired as tournament director of the Miami Open.
Parks and Rec Director hoping for three playground upgrades in 2019

Galesburg Parks and Recreation Director Tony Oligney-Estill says after upgrading four playgrounds at city owned parks last year he hopes to get makeovers for another three in 2019.
Bella, Shirley B.

Mrs. Shirley Beth Bella, 92, of Galesburg, Illinois died at 5:50 a.m. Tuesday, January 9, 2018 at OSF St. Mary Medical Center, Galesburg.
Patriots try to focus on Titans, not controversy
The Tennessee Titans face their toughest test when they visit the defending champion New England Patriots in Saturday night’s AFC divisional round game.
Could Pete Carroll be jumping ship?
What’s next for the Seattle Seahawks coaching positions?
Cowherd: Drew Brees is better than Tom Brady, and here's why…
Colin compares Drew Brees to Aaron Rodgers, Reveals why Brees is better than Tom Brady
The Titans need to play a perfect game against the Patriots
Do the Titans have any chance of beating the Patriots?
Can the Jaguars’ defense get them a win in Pittsburgh?
Can the Jags’ defense overcome their offensive woes?
How are the No. 1 seed Eagles an underdog against the Falcons?
The Eagles come into their first playoff game as an underdog, though they are the top seed in the NFC.
FSU legend Bobby Bowden chimes in on Fisher's departure, Taggart's arrival, Alabama's title
Former FSU coach Bobby Bowden sat down to discuss a wide range of topics.
Christian Pulisic is soccer's player of year at age 19
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) Christian Pulisic was the runaway winner Thursday of soccer’s U.S. Player of the Year, the youngest choice in the award’s 27-year-history.
Miguel Gonzalez and White Sox agree to $4.75M, 1-year deal
CHICAGO (AP) The White Sox have agreed to a $4.75 million, one-year contract with pitcher Miguel Gonzalez and are bringing back the right-hander after trading him late last season.
World GS silver medalist Leitinger injured, misses Olympics
INNSBRUCK, Austria (AP) Austrian skier Roland Leitinger will miss the Pyeongchang Olympics next month after injuring his right knee during free skiing on Thursday.