Lawrence M. ‘Larry’ Gutierrez
Lawrence M. “Larry” Gutierrez, 68, of Galesburg, died Friday, May 1, 2026, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria.
William Earl Breasaw Jr.
William Earl Breasaw Jr., 47, of Galesburg, died Sunday, April 26, 2026, at OSF Richard L. Owens Hospice Home in Peoria.
Time Capsule: Escaped convicts, gambling crackdowns, and the Chicago Bears — this week in Galesburg history
Evan Massey looks back at what was happening in Galesburg and the world 100, 75, 50, and 25 years ago this week.
Big band, rising star vocalist, and 11 years of school tours: the 2026 Rootabaga Jazz Festival is here
Andy Crawford previews a milestone year for the Knox College festival, which runs May 5-9 with events at Smokin’ Willies BBQ and a free Saturday night finale at the Orpheum Theatre.
Food Truck Fridays, demolitions, and a 31-mile water main: Galesburg City Council tackles full agenda tonight
City Manager Eric Hanson joined Galesburg’s Morning News to preview a May 4 agenda that includes a new downtown event series, two demolition contracts, sidewalk repairs, and a proactive infrastructure move.
After original contractor walked away, Galesburg moves to demolish 1907 Maple Avenue fire station
The Galesburg City Council is expected to vote Monday on a new $94,680 demolition contract for the former fire station at 647 Maple Ave., which has sat vacant since 2002.