Rush Limbaugh Passes

Long-time radio personality Rush Limbaugh passed away today, April 17, 2021, after a long and brave battle with lung cancer. In this time of sorrow, Rush’s voice will continue to be heard, providing comfort and continued
Galesburg man arrested after attempting to steal his neighbor’s car

Just before 6:00 am on Monday, February 15th, Galesburg Police were dispatched to the 100 block of Walnut Street in reference to a vehicle theft in progress.
One arrested for arson and murder in Sunday’s Pine St. fire

A 38-year-old man has been arrested and charged with aggravated arson and first-degree murder related to the fire on Sunday, February 14, at a Pine Street residence.
Ramsey, Lloyd, B.

Lloyd Brent Ramsey, 69, born in Beckley, West Virginia, passed away at his home, February 13, 2021, in Galesburg.
Schultz, Rodney E.

Rodney Everette Schultz, 93, East Galesburg, passed away at home with his wife at his side on Monday, February 15, 2021, 8:45 AM.
Central Illinois village disbands police department
WASHBURN, Ill. (AP) – The central Illinois village of Washburn has disbanded its police department, with officials citing a lack of qualified part-time police help and a recently approved state crime-reform bill.
Little pleas guilty to stabbing Galesburg police officer

Dennis Little III of Galesburg pleaded guilty to attempted first-degree murder charges for stabbing a Galesburg police officer.
Charges upgraded against Capitol riot suspect from Iowa
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) – Prosecutors have upgraded charges against an Iowa man who led a crowd of insurgents in taunting a police officer up several flights of stairs inside the U.S. Capitol during the Jan. 6