“Social change” now a part of the Monmouth College curriculum

Monmouth College has created a “Center for Civic and Social Change” that is designed for students who want to make careers out of their activism. Michael Nelson, a political science professor at Monmouth College, helped spearhead the
Plea deal in Railroad Days shooting rejected; man arrested in court

A Knox County judge has rejected a deal that would have resulted in the teenager accused of opening fire the Saturday of Railroad Days back in June essentially getting out of jail.
College Football Picks: UCF and race to be top G5 champion
College Football Picks: No. 11 UCF and race to be top Group of Five champion in focus
Badgers’ Davison gets revenge on Xavier with ‘Gator Chomp’
Brad Davison trolled Xavier during a Wisconsin win on the road. That and more in the latest Midweek Stock Report.
Hue Jackson back with Bengals in unscripted coaching role
Hue Jackson back with Bengals in unscripted coaching role
FANTASY PLAYS: Lineup decisions based on opponent tendencies
FANTASY PLAYS: Lineup decisions based on opponent tendencies
Green leads Red Wings to rout of Coyotes
Lawson Crouse spoiled Jimmy Howard’s shutout bid with 8:39 left.
ESPN has to scramble its traveling circus with site switch
ESPN has to scramble its traveling circus with site switch
Logano aiming to spoil season for NASCAR's Big 3
Joey Logano is the underdog in this year’s championship race and looking to pull off upset of his career
San Diego Padres 2019 Fanfest
The San Diego Padres today announced details for 2019 Padres FanFest taking place on Saturday, January 12, at Petco Park from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Colin Cowherd has a message to Le’Veon Bell: Don’t chase money, chase great corporations
Colin Cowherd reacts to Le’Veon Bell sitting out for the rest of the season. Colin thinks Le’Veon Bell should chase great football franchises and players instead of money. Do you agree with Colin?
29 men join lawsuit alleging sex abuse by Ohio State doctor
Twenty-nine more plaintiffs have joined a lawsuit against Ohio State University by alumni who say they’re victims of sexual misconduct by a team doctor
Maynard resigns as Executive Director of the Orpheum Theatre.

The Orpheum Theatre in Galesburg announced this morning that Kevin Maynard has officially resigned as Executive Director effective December 3rd.
Poling, James H.

James Harold Poling, 68, of Kirkwood, IL, passed away Monday, November 12, 2018, 10:15 a.m. at his home. He was born Monday, May 22, 1950 in Monmouth, IL, the son of Harold Marion and Nancy Lucille (Stevens)
Lowery, Lawrence

Lawrence Lowery has gone home to be with his Lord.
Brown, Shirley

Shirley Brown passed with peace and grace on November 9, 2018 with her family by her side.
UPDATED: Galesburg 911 lines down, temporary alternate number issued

The City of Galesburg says that 911 phone lines were not working beginning at 10 a.m. Wednesday and are urging residents to call alternate numbers in the meantime.
Win A Car Or Cash With Costa Catholic Academy

Costa Catholic Academy is doing their 2nd annual “Twelve Days of Christmas” fundraiser. You have a chance to win one of three new cars from Yemm Automotive Group or $18,000.00 cash, plus early bird cash prizes.
DraftKings, Resorts fire latest shot in sport book arms race
DraftKings, Resorts fire latest shot in sport book arms race
Injuries make it tough to evaluate Michigan State's woes
Spartans 13th in Big Ten in total offense