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Discord accounts lead to child porn arrest -Fulton County authorities
A Canton man is in trouble with the law for allegedly having child pornography in his possession. Not much has been released about the case, but the Fulton County Sheriffs Department says Benjamin Wheeler, 22, was arrested Monday on two Class 2 Felony counts of Possession of Child Pornography. Deputies...
‘Propelling’ fireworks and mortars hinder firefighters’ efforts at Galesburg garage fire
Exploding aerial fireworks and mortars inside a burning building slowed firefighter efforts at a Galesburg garage fire Saturday. The Galesburg Fire Department responded to a structure fire at around 3 p.m. Saturday at 900 Bateman St. Upon arrival, personnel encountered smoke and fire coming from a detached garage at the rear of the residence.
Macomb man arrested by Knox County deputies after drugs allegedly ‘intercepted’
The Knox County Sheriffs Department says a Macomb man is jailed here after — as they say — multiple drug packages were intercepted. Deputies say they arrested a 42-year-old Macomb man Friday after they conducted a search warrant on a home in Macomb. The man allegedly had a...
Knox County completes purchase of building in downtown Galesburg. Here’s what we know
They’ve been looking at it for months, and the Knox County Board has okayed buying it. The board announced Friday it has officially closed on the purchase what was last a Wells Fargo Bank building downtown at Main and Cherry. The final sale price isn’t known, but the asking...
Galesburg, Monmouth will celebrate The Congo this weekend
This year marks the third year there will be a celebration of a particular culture that is growing in population in this area. Events in Galesburg and Monmouth over the weekend mark “LIPANDA Days” — a celebration of people from The Congo, and their culture. Organizers say...
Karlin to step down as Knox County state’s attorney. Here’s why, and what will happen
A move back to private law practice will lead the Knox County state’s attorney to prematurely step away from his expiring term. Knox County State’s Attorney Jeremy Karlin submitted his letter of resignation to Knox County Board Chairman Jared Hawkinson on June 15. Karlin will vacate the state’s attorneys office September 5 to take a position with the James Kelly Law Firm’s Galesburg office.
From Streak to Streak: Former player, assistant to take over Galesburg football
A former Silver Streak is set to become Galesburg’s interim head football coach. District 205 has scheduled a special meeting for Monday when board of education members will consider the appointment Shawn Hickey as interim head varsity football coach at Galesburg Senior High School. The meeting is set for 3 p.m. Monday at the district office, 940 W. Fremont St.
Knox County property transfers for June 19-26, 2024. See a list of home and other sales
The Knox County Assessment Office submits the following Illinois real estate transfer declaration transactions recorded in Knox County the week of June 19-26, 2024. Only the primary name as listed on the submitted sales report is published. Additional owners’ names that would be on the full deed may not appear in this list.
Fulton County residents accused of copper theft
Two residents of unincorporated Fulton County face criminal charges for allegedly stealing copper from an area business. The Fulton County Sheriffs Department Thursday released details of the incident June 18 at a location on County Highway 6. They say what was termed “a large amount” of copper wire was taken...
Galesburg man arrested after police ask for help locating suspects
Galesburg Police on Wednesday asked for the public’s help in finding a Galesburg man wanted for being a felon in possession of a firearm. Later Wednesday Knox County Sheriff’s Deputies were able to locate 20-year-old Devonte M. Morrison. Sheriff’s Deputies made contact at a residence where they located...
Strength in numbers: Pickleball players helped put the brakes on court upgrades
There’s a group of Galesburg residents that were quick to make sure their voices were heard before the City Council made a decision that the group wouldn’t have been too fond of. Aldermen last week ultimately tabled a decision to replace the pickleball courts at Bateman Park with...
Local lawmaker says state Office of Early Childhood is necessary
A lawmaker representing part of the Galesburg area says he supports the new law signed Tuesday by Governor JB Pritzker creating a new Office of Early Childhood within state government. State Senator Mike Halpin tells “Galesburg’s Evening News” on WGIL it’s a good idea whose time has come, given how...
Pickled at the Park: Pickleball tourney set for Knoxville
The growing number of pickleball players in Knox County has led the city of Knoxville to host the first pickleball tournament in the area this summer. The tournament, Pickled At The Park, gets underway at 9 a.m. on Saturday, July 27 at James Knox Park. Johnathan Reed, Knoxville City Council 4th Ward alderman, helped bring the courts to the James Knox Park back in 2023. Johnathan, along with Morgan Seabloom will run the event in July.
Home of slow-cooked BBQ and homemade sides: Smokin’ Willies reopens in downtown Galesburg
A popular barbecue restaurant that features slow-cooked meats and homemade sauces and sides is set to reopen in downtown Galesburg. Smokin’ Willies BBQ, which debuted at Fat Fish Pub before renting space at Cedar Creek event venue the last three years, now has a place to call home at 161 N. Cherry St. — the original Moose Lodge.
Galesburg man charged with murder to remain jailed
The Galesburg man accused of shooting and killing another man several weeks ago on the city’s south side will remain in jail until his court case is resolved. Knox County Court records indicate a judge Monday approved of a prosecution request, under the state’s Pretrial Fairness Act, to keep Chase Houlden, Jr., 19, in custody until his case is resolved.
Kickoff to a new field: Monmouth’s April Zorn Memorial Stadium in middle of $1.6M in renovations
At Monmouth College’s April Zorn Memorial Stadium, workers install the new varsity ‘M’ logo on the Bobby Woll Memorial Field turf on June 12. (MONMOUTH COLLEGE) $1.6 million worth of renovations are being done to a well-used part of the Monmouth College athletic complex. College officials say...
G.L. Vitale Family Foundation awards $115,000 to community organizations. Here are the recipients
The G.L. Vitale Family Foundation has awarded a total of $115,000 to three community organizations with varied ways to serve the Knox County community. The Galesburg Symphony Center will provide music instruction and more, the Knox County YMCA will put the donation toward a PlayZone, and CASA of West Central Illinois will continue its mission of helping abused and neglected children in the court system.
From Railroad Days to LIPANDA Day: Here are 5 things to do around Galesburg this week
Here are 5 things to do in Galesburg this week, courtesy Galesburg Tourism & Visitors Bureau. Join us for the annual Railroad Days weekend starting on Thursday, June 27 through the Sunday in Downtown Galesburg! Events begin on 6 p.m. Thursday through 5 p.m. Sunday. This weekend includes all kinds of fun for everyone! Rail yard tours, carnival rides, food trucks, vendors, antique cars, a huge model train show, local food and brews, live music, movies, a live rail car wheel change demo, and tons more! Find out EVERYTHING that’s happening at Railroad Days in Galesburg at www.galesburgrailroaddays.com.
Hope Initiative could have two homes at least through start of 2025
The Hope Initiative will technically have two locations, at least for awhile. The relatively new local organization has been operating out of warehouse space at the Galesburg Rescue Mission, before the Benedict Family Foundation offered them the space in the just-purchased former Churchill Junior High School location they will open in starting in January.
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