Coast Guard Says 2 Loose Barges Recovered On Illinois River
UTICA, Ill. (AP) — The U.S. Coast Guard says two barges have been recovered after they drifted against piers at the Starved Rock Lock and Dam on the Illinois River.
Prosecutors Don’t Want New Court in Lovelace Murder Trial
QUINCY, Ill. (AP) — A special prosecutor has asked a western Illinois judge to deny a change of venue request from a former Illinois prosecutor accused of killing his first wife.
Legislature To Discuss College Costs, Job-Creation Agency
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — Illinois lawmakers are returning to Springfield amid a stalemate over a new state budget. But neither chamber is expected to take up proposals Gov. Bruce Rauner says he wants passed before he’ll sign
Wind, Rain Cause Flooding, Chicago Flight Cancellations
CHICAGO (AP) — Storms sweeping across northern Illinois prompted a tornado warning, forced the cancellation of hundreds of flights at Chicago’s airports and caused flooding.
Fourth Person Accused in 2013 Joliet Double Murder Convicted
JOLIET, Ill. (AP) — A guilty verdict has been returned against the fourth suspect in a 2013 Joliet, Illinois double murder.
Boys & Girls Club Receives Grant Funding
Following a year long debate, Galesburg City Council members finally came to agreement regarding the Boys & Girls Club of Knox County.
Knoxville City Council Discusses Intergovernmental Agreement with Knox County
An intergovernmental agreement between the city of Knoxville and Knox County was discussed at last night’s Knoxville City Council Meeting.