Hazard inspires Chelsea recovery, shows what team could miss
Chelsea should be savoring Eden Hazard’s talents while he is still with the team
Galesburg Council to weigh in on rezoning on West Carl Sandburg Drive

Galesburg City Council tonight will make their decision on rezoning a piece of property on West Carl Sandburg Drive to make way for a thrift store.
Rays send Tyler Glasnow out to begin series against Rangers
The Tampa Bay Rays have big righty Tyler Glasnow on the mound Monday night as they begin their series against the Texas Rangers in Arlington.
Marlins get set to host Nationals for 2-game series
The Miami Marlins begin their final homestand of the season when they kick off their two-game series against the Washington Nationals on Monday night.
Chicago D Seabrook returns after being sidelined by injury
CHICAGO (AP) – Blackhawks defenseman Brent Seabrook is back after missing the start of training camp with an abdominal injury.
Wainwright blanks Dodgers over 6 innings, Cardinals win 5-0
ST. LOUIS (AP) – Adam Wainwright pitched two-hit ball over six innings for his first win in five months, Marcell Ozuna homered and the St. Louis Cardinals salvaged the finale of a four-game series with a 5-0
Cubs lose to Reds 2-1, NL Central lead stays at 2.5 games
CHICAGO (AP) – The Cubs’ NL Central lead remained at 2.5 games over second-place Milwaukee when Scott Schebler homered on Jose Quintana’s first pitch of the game, Phillip Ervin also went deep and the Cincinnati Reds beat
Orioles use HRs by Villar and Jones to beat White Sox 8-4
BALTIMORE (AP) – Jonathan Villar and Adam Jones homered, rookie Cedric Mullins had a career-high four hits and the Baltimore Orioles beat the Chicago White Sox 8-4 Sunday to avoid a three-game sweep.
Seats available to public for murder trial, but not many
CHICAGO (AP) – Seats will be available to the public for the murder trial of Chicago police Officer Jason Van Dyke, if the trial is held in Cook County.
‘Legally Blonde’-inspired empowerment workshop to help teens
AURORA, Ill. (AP) – Self-respect and empowerment will be the theme of a free “Keep It Positive” workshop for teen girls at West Aurora High School.
California man suspected in shooting held without bond
CHICAGO (AP) – A California man and convicted felon is being held without bond for allegedly firing on two suburban Chicago police officers during a traffic stop.
Northern Illinois residents can rent off-road wheelchair
CALEDONIA, Ill. (AP) – An all-terrain outdoor wheelchair is available for public use in northern Illinois.
Chicago-area police sergeant charged in gas station heists
ROSEMONT, Ill. (AP) – A suburban Chicago police sergeant and another man have been charged with robbing two gas stations at gunpoint.
Cowboys rough up Eli in 20-13 win over the Giants
Eli Manning under siege in Giants’ loss to Cowboys
Smith, Joseph W.

Joseph W. Smith, 57, of Galesburg, died peacefully with his sister, Joyce by his side at 1:08 am Friday, September 14, 2018 at Clarissa Cook Hospice, Bettendorf, IA.
Lyons, Frances Rae

Frances Rae Lyons, 95, of Alexis, died at 9:23 p.m. Friday, September 14, 2018 at Rosewood Care Center in Galesburg.
Martin, Melissa G.
Melissa G. Martin, 45, of Monmouth, IL passed away Saturday, September 15, 2018 at St. Francis Medical Center Peoria, IL.
McGee, Michael
Michael McGee, 66, of Macomb, IL passed away Friday, September 14, 2018 at McDonough District Hospital Macomb, IL.
Lisicki breaks drought with 1st-round win at Guangzhou Open
Lisicki breaks drought with 1st-round win at Guangzhou Open
Yelich has Brewers closing in on postseason spot
Christian Yelich’s second-half surge at the plate has the Milwaukee Brewers in good position to play on into October