Trump faces ballot challenge in Illinois minutes after filing his petitions

Objectors say he’s disqualified under 14th Amendment for role in Jan. 6 Capitol riots
Bomb squad called after mortar brought to Galesburg Public Safety Building

City employees were evacuated from the immediate area
McCutcheon, Richard ‘Dick’

Richard “Dick” Mack McCutcheon, 95, of Galesburg, died at 8:53 a.m. Wednesday, January 3, 2024, in OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria.
Shimmin, Randal

Randal E. Shimmin, 70, of Roseville, passed away Monday, January 1, 2024 at 2:48 p.m. at OSF St. Mary Medical Center in Galesburg.
Knox County VNA receives grant to support seniors, say more help is needed

The Illinois State Treasurer this week announced awards for organizations across the state that provide food assistance and/or job training, including the Knox County Volunteer Network on Aging.
Madigan trial delayed until October for SCOTUS review of bribery statute

At court hearing, former Democratic powerhouse makes first appearance in court