Pritzker calls for year-round E15 gasoline in letter to Congress

Governor says war in Iran has elevated urgency for cheaper, higher-ethanol fuel
Kathryn Ida ‘Katie’ Tracy

Kathryn Ida “Katie” Tracy, 100, of Galesburg, formerly of Aledo, died Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at OSF St. Mary Medical Center in Galesburg.
Daniel L. Kirchgessner

Daniel L. Kirchgessner, 80, of Galesburg, died Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at home following a lengthy illness.
Christopher Lyn Taylor

Christopher Lyn Taylor, 45, of Galesburg, died Saturday, March 28, 2026, at OSF St. Mary Medical Center in Galesburg.
Parkinson’s Awareness Month — Marcia Parrish on caregiving, research, and finding real answers

Marcia Parrish, who lost her husband Tom to Parkinson’s, facilitates support groups in the area and says the disease affects the entire family — not just the patient.
FlixBus coming to Galesburg — daily service to connect city to Chicago, Denver, New York and beyond

If the Galesburg City Council approves a license agreement Monday, FlixBus could launch service from the Seminary Street depot almost immediately.
Knox County property transfers for March 19-31, 2026 — see a list of home and other sales

The Knox County Assessment Office reports the following real estate transfer declaration transactions recorded the week of March 19-31, 2026.
