Alis Ann Chy
Alis Ann Chy, 82, of Monmouth, Illinois, died March 25, 2026, at Allure of Lake Storey in Galesburg.
Lester C. Johnson Sr.
Lester C. Johnson Sr., 94, of Galesburg, Illinois, died March 24, 2026, at the Knox County Nursing Home in Knoxville.
Myron M. Simpson
Myron M. Simpson, 79, of Galesburg, Illinois, died March 24, 2026, at his home surrounded by family.
Dahinda man charged with predatory criminal sexual assault of a child
Knox County Sheriff’s Office detectives arrested Blaine A. McKinney, 34, of Dahinda on an active warrant related to an ongoing criminal investigation.
Insurance bill combining homeowners and auto regulation passes House, awaits Senate action
Bill gives state authority to regulate homeowners and auto insurance premiums
OSF names Zach Yoder president of three western Illinois hospitals, including Galesburg’s St. Mary
Yoder had been serving in an interim role at two of the three hospitals since December, when longtime president Lisa DeKezel resigned.
Massey Quiz #38 — Which one doesn’t fit? Test your geography, sports, and history knowledge
Evan Massey’s latest quiz tests your knowledge of geography, sports, and U.S. history — can you spot which one doesn’t belong in each group?
A piece of Galesburg is now in Peoria — Innkeeper’s Coffee opens at OSF St. Francis
Innkeeper’s Fresh Roasted Coffee has opened a new location inside OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria, bringing its Galesburg roots to a new community.
Thomas James Carruthers
Thomas James Carruthers, 71, of Galesburg, Illinois, died March 19, 2026, at OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria.
Work begins this week on the Lake Storey walking path — here’s what’s ahead
Crews began tree removal along South Lake Storey Road this week, kicking off the next phase of the multi-use path that will eventually circle the entire lake.
Home sectional, state returners, and a 75-year legacy — GHS boys track previews 2026
Galesburg High School boys track coach Craig Hillier previews the 2026 season, including key returners, indoor highlights, and a home sectional on May 21.
Warren County property transfers for March 16-20, 2026 — see a list of home and other sales
The Warren County Clerk & Recorder’s Office reports the following real estate transfer declaration transactions recorded the week of March 16-20, 2026.
Phillip Morris Porter
Phillip M. Porter, 85, of Monmouth, Illinois, died March 22, 2026.
3-year-old boy drowns in neighbor’s koi pond in Prairie City
A three-year-old boy died Friday afternoon after drowning in a neighbor’s koi pond in Prairie City, according to the McDonough County Sheriff’s Office.
Courtyard Estates communities in Knoxville, Kewanee, and Monmouth relaunch under new names with Tutera Senior Living
Three senior living communities formerly known as Courtyard Estates have new names under Tutera Senior Living — with the same local staff in place.
Raw milk proponents push for fewer restrictions on Illinois sales despite state health warnings
As federal support wavers, Illinois farmers and lawmakers face hurdles with their agenda
James Steven Tolle Jr.
James Tolle, Jr., 53, of Galesburg, Illinois, died March 17, 2026.
Jacob Franklin Overend
Jacob F. Overend, 40, of Monmouth, Illinois, died March 20, 2026.
GHS boys tennis is back — a preview of the 2026 Silver Streaks season
Galesburg High School boys tennis coach Adyson Eastburg previews the 2026 season, including key returners, the top of the lineup, and the Streaks Invitational on April 25.
Donna Denise ‘Dee Dee’ Hubbard
Donna Denise “Dee Dee” Hubbard, 69, of Knoxville, Illinois, died March 20, 2026.