
Two-year U.S. 67 resurfacing project begins in Warren County on Tuesday
IDOT begins resurfacing, shoulder widening, guardrail and culvert replacements, and turn lanes on U.S. 67 in Warren County; daytime lane closures and flaggers expected through November 2027.

Don E. Hoff
Don E. Hoff, 58, of Galesburg, Illinois, died February 9, 2026, at his home.

Douglas MacArthur ‘Mac’ Plummer
Douglas MacArthur “Mac” Plummer, 83, of Galesburg, Illinois, died February 11, 2026, at OSF St. Mary Medical Center.

Bonny Sue McNaught
Bonny Sue McNaught, 83, of Galesburg, IL, died Feb. 9, 2026, at OSF St. Mary Medical Center.

Knox County property transfers for Feb. 5-11, 2026. See a list of home and other sales
The Knox County Assessment Office submits the following Illinois real estate transfer declaration transactions recorded in Knox County the week of Feb. 5-11, 2026.

Galesburg man faces charges in McDonough County child sex assault case
A lengthy investigation by McDonough County Sheriff’s detectives led to an arrest warrant for predatory criminal sexual assault of a child and related offenses against juveniles.

Corinne Ellen Durand
Corinne Ellen Durand, 79, of Dallas City, Illinois, died February 10, 2026.

Even though marijuana is legal in Illinois, clearing old criminal records still a challenge
People report lengthy delays long after judges approve expungement and sealing orders

In a blow to the banks, pioneering swipe fee law survives first legal challenge
Illinois banks and small business interest groups have already vowed to appeal

Meet the 9 Streaks wrestlers who will compete at Sectionals this weekend
Galesburg High School wrestling program will be sending 4 females to DeKalb to participate in the IHSA Sectional, and 5 males to Geneseo to participate in the IHSA Sectional.

Monmouth College selects retired attorney and trustee Brad Nahrstadt to keynote commencement
Retired attorney, longtime trustee, national fraternity leader and author Brad Nahrstadt ’89 will address the Class of 2026 at noon May 17 on Wallace Hall Plaza.

Your Questions Answered: Hawks nesting in Standish Park trees?
Hawks at Standish Park? City responds to reader question about tree removal and nesting sites.

Massey Quiz #33: How well do you know your Galesburg neighbors?
Evan Massey’s latest Massey Quiz features 15 photos of Galesburg residents from past and present. See how many you can name and share your score.

Kevin L. Wardrip Jr.
Kevin L. Wardrip Jr., 39, of Monmouth, died February 9, 2026.

Tanalee Ann Elizabeth Storm
Tanalee Ann Elizabeth Storm, 76, of Galesburg, died February 7, 2026.

Galesburg High School claims Western Big 6 Scholastic Bowl title
The team went undefeated in the regular season and bested Quincy, Moline, Geneseo, United Township, and Sterling at the Feb. 7 event hosted at Galesburg High School.

Leona Kristine Swanson
Leona Kristine Swanson, 92, of Galesburg, died February 9, 2026.

Kevin Patrick Livingston
Kevin Patrick Livingston, 53, of Galesburg, died February 4, 2026.

Debbie Ann Varnold
Debbie Ann Varnold, 67, of Galesburg, died February 7, 2026.

Lisa Anne Ramirez
Lisa Anne Ramirez, 62, of Bloomington, died February 3, 2026.
