Landlords have grant funds available in remove lead hazards in Galesburg
There are still grant funds available in Galesburg to help remove lead hazards from homes, particularly for landlords looking to remediate lead from their properties.
Knox County Sheriff and State’s Attorney at odds over assault weapons ban
There’s a dispute between the Knox County Sheriff and State’s Attorney as to whether to enforce an assault weapons ban signed by the Illinois Governor Tuesday night.
Galesburg man facing numerous charges after fleeing from police in SUV
Shortly after midnight last Thursday, Galesburg Police observed an SUV on downtown South Cherry Street with an expired registration.
Prairie Fire Women remains undefeated in MWC after downing Cornell
GALESBURG, Illinois – The Prairie Fire women’s basketball team remained undefeated with a big 72-45 conference victory over Cornell.
Scots Rally From 24 Down in Second Half to Win at Grinnell
MONMOUTH, ILL. (01/11/2023) The Monmouth College men’s basketball team rallied from 24 points down in the last 16 minutes to knock off the Grinnell Pioneers 85-74 on the road Wednesday night.
Harlan Scores 25 Again but Scots Fall at Grinnell
The Monmouth College women’s basketball team fell in a Midwest Conference matchup against Grinnell College 87-73 on Wednesday night.
Officials: No injuries in fire at Illinois chemical plant
La SALLE, Ill. (AP) – Officials say a large fire that sent smoke plumes towering over a northern Illinois chemical plant has been contained and no injuries have been reported.
Police: Man assaulted Iowa hospital patients before he died
OTTUMWA, Iowa (AP) – Police and hospital officials say a certified nurse practitioner who died of a drug overdose sexually assaulted at least nine female patients who were sedated or unconscious.
Knox men fall to Cornell
GALESBURG, Illinois – The Prairie Fire Men’s Basketball Team had a tough showing against the Cornell College Rams in their 72-47 loss.
Retired Galesburg nurse’s sentencing for Ponzi scheme delayed
70-year-old Reva Stachniw of Galesburg has had her sentencing date in Federal Court delayed after being found guilty in August of participating in a multi-million dollar Ponzi scheme.
Galesburg Silver Streaks Girls Basketball 72, Moline Maroons 46
The Galesburg Silver Streaks girls basketball team defeated the Moline Maroons at John Thiel Gym in Western Big 6 Conference play 72-46. The Streaks are 19-4 on the season and 6-2 in the conference. After being held