College Football Playoff: Alabama, Clemson, LSU, Notre Dame top first rankings
The four-team field will be set for the College Football Playoff semifinals on Dec. 2.
Hugo Turkoglu on being back in Orlando
Former Orlando Magic member Hedo Turkoglu chats with Dante Marchitelli about how great it feels to be back in Orlando and what he’s up to in his home country, Turkey.
The Latest: Police believe bodies of missing couple found
PEORIA, Ill. (AP) – The Latest on the deaths of a Bradley University professor and her husband.
Galesburg man charged with attempted murder of an officer

A Galesburg man is being charged with attempted murder after police responded to a housing authority property he was said to be trespassing on.
Trivia night benefits the Galesburg Great Balloon Race

One of the events going on this weekend has to do with the Galesburg Great Balloon Race. It’s not the race itself, but a trivia night where proceeds benefit the balloon race, held the last weekend of
Davis, John L.

John Lee Davis, 64, of Galesburg, died at 10 p.m. October 27, 2018 at OSF St. Mary Medical Center, Galesburg.
Dean, Robert

Robert “Bob” Dean, 73, of Rio, died at 7:08 a.m. Sunday, October 28, 2018 at home.
Red Sox exercise $15 million 2019 option on ace Chris Sale
The Red Sox have exercised $15 million option for 2019 on ace left-hander Chris Sale
Vincent Trocheck doing his best to acclimate to the time change in Finland
Florida Panthers forward Vincent Trocheck says it has been a good experience in Finland so far, and though they have seen some sights, the team remains focused on the two upcoming games against the Winnipeg Jets.
20 people could face corruption trial over Roma stadium
Twenty people risk being ordered to stand trial for alleged corruption in the long-delayed plans to build a new stadium for Roma
Lions trade Golden Tate to Eagles for third-round pick
He averaged 93 catches, 1,056 yards receiving and five TDs the past four seasons
Twins decline Santana's contract option, buy out Morrison
The Twins are declining the 2019 team option on starting pitcher Ervin Santana’s contract and buying out first baseman Logan Morrison
WWE sticks with Saudi Arabia deal despite backlash from fans
WWE is set to hold its Crown Jewel event Friday in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Classic seeks recognition without Triple Crown champ Justify
Breeders’ Cup Classic seeks recognition without Triple Crown winner Justify
Falcons continue to bolster OL, sign veteran Zane Beadles
Falcons continue to fortify their offensive line by signing veteran tackle Zane Beadles
Bulls exercise options on Markkanen, Dunn, Valentine
The Chicago Bulls have exercised contract options for the 2019-20 season on forward Lauri Markkanen and guards Kris Dunn and Denzel Valentine
Man arrested on drug charges following search

Galesburg Police say they’ve put a man in jail following a search of his home after drugs were allegedly discovered.
Steven Stamkos eager to get back to playing on home ice
Tampa Bay Lightning captain Steven Stamkos explains how players will have to step up to replace the production of some injured teammates and what it feels like to finally get ready to be back on home ice
$25,000 bond for mother who allegedly battered her children

A 31-year-old Galesburg mother made a video appearance in Knox County Circuit Court where her bond was set at $25,000 for a felony charge of aggravated battery to a child.
Wade, Maribel I.
Mrs. Maribel I. Wade, 91, of Galesburg, Illinois died 9:05 p.m. Saturday, October 27, 2018 at Galesburg Cottage Hospital.