Whittom, Pamela
Pamela Kay Whittom, 76, of Chatham, Illinois, passed away Saturday, August 24, 2024, at her home.
Malcolm, Mary
Mary K. Malcolm, 81, of Alpha, died at 11:37 a.m. Tuesday, August 27, 2024, in OSF St. Mary Medical Center.
Lawson-Weaver appointed Knox County State’s Attorney
Sherry Lawson-Weaver will take over next week until after the November election
Massey’s death underscores state delay in launching mental health response program
Law aimed at helping people experiencing crisis was originally set to go live in 2022
As Illinois receives praise for its cannabis equity efforts, stakeholders still working on system’s flaws
New entrants to marijuana market still struggle against entrenched businesses
Claimants seek $58 million, allege ISP negligence around Highland Park shooter
Illinois taxpayers could be on the hook for monetary awards to claimants suing Illinois State Police for alleged negligence in the run up to the 2022 Highland Park mass shooting. Seven people died and dozens were injured
Illinois struggles with housing starts as costs keep rising
High taxes have driven Illinois to the bottom of the state rankings for new housing permits. According to U.S. Census Bureau data provided by iPropertyManagement, Illinois had 1.34 new privately-owned housing permits per 1,000 residents in 2023.
Mass transit and health outcomes discussed during Illinois Senate hearing
In a series of hearings on Illinois mass transit, public health outcomes and streamlining services were in the spotlight Wednesday in Elgin. The Senate Transportation Committee is holding hearings around the state to focus on several aspects
Incumbents pick up paperwork to run for Galesburg offices next year
Some campaigns are getting underway for Galesburg Mayor, City Clerk, Township Assessor, and Wards 2, 4, and 6 on the City Council