Steele, Robert E.

Robert E. “Bob” Steele, 96, of Galesburg, Illinois, died at 9:09 a.m. Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at the Knox County Nursing Home, Knoxville, Illinois.
Cochran, Colleen

Colleen Cochran, 81, of Peoria, Illinois, formerly of Galesburg, Illinois, died on Wednesday, October 29, 2025 in Pekin, Illinois.
Galesburg High School lands 10 Western Big 6 All-Conference honors in Fall sports

Silver Streaks honored in football, boys soccer and volleyball
Dr. Andrew Brooks on returning to Knoxville: ‘I want to be active, visible, and engaged’

In this WGIL interview, incoming superintendent shares plans for stability, new elementary school, and defining a “portrait of a graduate”
Jimmie Talks Gyms: Iconic venues where the Silver Streaks battled

In Evan Massey’s blog, former Streaks player/announcer ranks Huff’s riotous roar, Steele’s towering intimidation, Wharton’s postseason prestige, and Robertson’s raised-court drama and more
Knox County property transfers for Oct. 23-29, 2025. See a list of home and other sales

A list of home and other property sales recorded in Knox County over the past week
Local Elementary Schools Shine: United North, ROWVA, Williamsfield, Spoon River Valley named Exemplary

Just 10% of Illinois schools earn elite designation on state report card — four are right here in the WGIL/FM 95 listening area

