Women Of Character On ‘Galesburg Live’
We got to meet some more young people making a difference in our community. Members of the Women of Character organization from Carl Sandburg College, Shakisha Grays, Vanessa Gibbs, Keyerra Taylor and Silvia Chavez along with the Coordinator of Diversity and
Ameren reminding to call 811 before digging
Officials from Ameren are drawing attention to the phone number that you should always call before turning over dirt.
Heyward’s single, Rizzo’s walk lift Cubs over Nationals 3-2
CHICAGO (AP) – Jason Heyward broke up a no-hitter with a tying two-run single in the sixth inning, Anthony Rizzo drew a bases-loaded walk in the seventh and the Chicago Cubs beat the Washington Nationals 3-2 on
Palka leads off 9th with home, White Sox beat Indians 1-0
CHICAGO (AP) – Daniel Palka led off the ninth inning with a home run, Carlos Rodon matched a career high by throwing eight innings of scoreless four-hit ball and the Chicago White Sox beat the Cleveland Indians
Woodland leads when play is suspended at Bellerive
ST. LOUIS (AP) – Gary Woodland was the clubhouse leader when the second round of the PGA Championship was suspended because of approaching storms at Bellerive Country Club in St. Louis.
Carpenter homers again, leads Gomber, Cards over Royals 7-0
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) – Matt Carpenter homered for the sixth time in seven games, Austin Gomber pitched five scoreless innings and the St. Louis Cardinals defeated the Kansas City Royals 7-0 Friday night.
Tax dollars off-limits for sex-harassment settlements
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) – Using tax dollars to settle sexual harassment claims is illegal under a law Gov. Bruce Rauner signed. Rauner acted Friday on the plan by Republican Rep. David McSweeney of Barrington Hills and Democratic
Northwestern journalism prof resigns after investigation
EVANSTON, Ill. (AP) – A Northwestern University journalism professor has resigned after being accused of misconduct by former students and employees.
Ex-Chicago man indicted for trying to join Islamic State
CHICAGO (AP) – A federal grand jury has indicted a former Chicago man for trying to join the Islamic State group.
Former Illinois coach gets 60 years in prison for sex crimes
CHARLESTON, Ill. (AP) – A former Illinois basketball coach who pleaded guilty to sexual assault involving two players has been sentenced to 60 years in prison.
Kansas man indicted in shooting of southern Illinois officer
MURPHYSBORO, Ill. (AP) – A Kansas man has been indicted on charges that he fired the shots that wounded a southern Illinois police officer during a chase two years ago.
Trial begins for 2 men accused in death of Chicago student
CHICAGO (AP) – Jury selection is starting in the trial of two men charged in the fatal shooting of a 15-year-old Chicago student just days after she performed with her high school band at then-President Barack Obama’s
Preview: Twins at Tigers
The Minnesota Twins will take on Francisco Liriano and the Detroit Tigers on Saturday evening at Comerica Park.
Russian star Maria Vadeeva enjoying time in WNBA with Sparks
Maria Vadeeva dreamed of playing in the WNBA after growing up watching Diana Taurasi and Lauren Jackson compete in the Russian Basketball League
Posey, McCutchen lead Giants past Pirates 13-10
Buster Posey got four hits, Andrew McCutchen homered against his former team and the San Francisco Giants defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates 13-10
Raiders beat Lions 16-10 in Gruden’s return to sideline
Raiders beat Lions 16-10 in Gruden’s return to sideline
Recap: Angels 4, Athletics 3 (8/10)
The Angels bullpen stepped up massively to help them secure their fourth-straight win Friday and afterward manager Mike Scioscia had a lot to say about his ball club’s performance
Justin Anderson takes great pride in closing games out for the Angels
It’s been awhile since the Angels needed a reliable closer, but Justin Anderson has stepped right into the role and doesn’t take his spot for granted
Calhoun, Upton HR, Angels beat A's 4-3; Pujols hit milestone
Calhoun, Upton HR, Angels beat A’s 4-3; Pujols hit milestone
WATCH: DeJong, Bader and Carpenter go deep in Cardinals’ win over Royals
Paul DeJong, Matt Carpenter and Harrison Bader all hit home runs in the Cardinals’ win over the Royals on Friday night.