State senator suffering from cancer won’t seek another term
ALTON, Ill. (AP) — Democratic state Sen. Bill Haine of Alton who has been diagnosed with a form of blood cancer says he won’t seek re-election in the 56th District in southern Illinois.
Feds, state to conduct Illinois flood damage assessments
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (AP) — Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner has asked federal responders to join state officials in assessing the damage in four counties after flooding last month.
River 2 River car cruise rolls into Galesburg tonight
The 13th annual River to River Car Cruise returns to downtown Galesburg tonight.
Brewers begin tough trip at Colorado (Aug 18, 2017)
DENVER — The Milwaukee Brewers, hoping their second-half woes are behind them, will begin a formidable 10-day, nine-game trip Friday at Colorado.
All Blacks security consultant not guilty in bugging case
SYDNEY (AP) A security consultant working for New Zealand’s rugby team has been found not guilty of making up claims he found a bugging device at the team’s hotel in Sydney a year ago.
Short-handed Nats aim to keep rolling vs. Padres (Aug 18, 2017)
SAN DIEGO — The Washington Nationals will settle in for their Friday game with the San Diego Padres after absorbing yet another injury.
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Royals get first of 10 remaining chances to beat Indians (Aug 18, 2017)
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — In the next 15 games, the Kansas City Royals should have a clear vision of whether they are truly postseason contenders.
Frustrated Astros look to get back on track vs. A's (Aug 18, 2017)
HOUSTON — Astros manager A.J. Hinch spoke with obvious frustration in the aftermath of another Houston loss on Thursday, the 13th setback in 19 games for top team in the American League.
Twins, Diamondbacks open interleague series (Aug 18, 2017)
MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Twins had gone six games without a starter recording an out in the sixth inning and had seen plenty of losses pile up at home to the Cleveland Indians when 6-foot-10 right-hander Aaron
Smith, Locklear lead wave of new faces at US championships
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) Technically, Ragan Smith never stepped foot on the floor as a competitor at the 2016 Summer Olympics as the star-studded U.S. Olympic women’s gymnastics team beat a steady and relentless path to the podium
Phillips faces Reds as Braves' third baseman (Aug 18, 2017)
ATLANTA — Brandon Phillips’ first games for the Atlanta Braves against his former Cincinnati Reds teammates during early June came with plenty of emotion and a small dose of controversy.
Bye, bye Bortles? Jaguars open up quarterback competition
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) Blake Bortles may have started his last game in Jacksonville.
Zimmerman's homer lifts Nationals to 2-1 win vs Padres (Aug 17, 2017)
SAN DIEGO (AP) Ryan Zimmerman homered with two outs in the eighth inning to lift the NL East-leading Washington Nationals to a 2-1 victory over the San Diego Padres on Thursday night.
Jeff Samardzija strikes out 6 as Giants beat Phillies 5-4 (Aug 17, 2017)
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) Jeff Samardzija struck out six over six innings to win for the fourth time in five starts, Jarrett Parker hit a two-run double, and the San Francisco Giants beat the Philadelphia Phillies 5-4 on
Moldauer out to early lead at US gymnastics championships
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) Yul Moldauer raced out to an early lead at the 2017 U.S. Gymnastics championships, putting together six steady routines Thursday night to open up a sizable gap over reigning NCAA all-around champion Akash Modi
Cardinals battle back for win over Pirates on rainy night in Pittsburgh
The St. Louis Cardinals rallied to an 11-7 comeback win over the Pittsburgh Pirates Thursday night.
Fowler has 3 RBIs, Cardinals top Pirates 11-7 (Aug 17, 2017)
PITTSBURGH (AP) Dexter Fowler’s two -run triple sparked the St. Louis Cardinals to an 11-7 comeback win over the Pittsburgh Pirates Thursday night at PNC Park.
Smith: Khawaja a likely starter in 1st Bangladesh test
DARWIN, Australia (AP) Captain Steve Smith says Usman Khawaja could return to the Australian lineup for the first time since January in the long-awaited first test in Bangladesh.
Mazara homers, drives in 5 as Rangers top White Sox 9-8 (Aug 17, 2017)
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) Nomar Mazara keeps driving in runs, and it’s helping the Texas Rangers climb in the AL wild-card race.