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Galesburg man dies from gunshot wounds on city’s northeast side; police investigating
A Galesburg man died as a result of multiple gunshot wounds Saturday night on the city’s northeast side. According to a news release, Galesburg Police responded to a shooting incident at 1435 Moshier Ave. at approximately 8:30 p.m. Saturday. Officers entered the residence and found Heath D. Williams Sr. with multiple gunshot wounds. Officers provided life-saving measures and Williams was transported to OSF St. Mary Medical Center Emergency Room for treatment.
Sorensen, Ag Committee member, concerned about lack of a new Farm Bill
A Congressman representing this area and parts of western and central Illinois says he still wants to see a new Farm Bill passed, even if no one else does. 17th District Democrat Eric Sorensen says lawmakers in Congress have tried in recent years to get a Farm Bill up for a vote in both chambers, but it just hasn’t gotten as far as he or they would like.
Nova Singers announce 2024-2025 season
Galesburg’s Nova Singers has announced their 2024-25 concert season. Celebrating its 39th season of choral music, Nova says it “continues to push the envelope regarding innovative programming.”. The season opens on October 12th and 13th with A Cappella Masterworks, featuring an expanded choir of 36 voices. December’s concert,...
Prosecutor: Man restrained, assaulted minor before setting Galesburg house on fire
A Galesburg man has been ordered to remain in jail on charges accusing him of trying to kill a minor by setting the child’s house on fire. A judge Friday afternoon allowed for the continued pretrial detention of Jason Fielder, 46, under the state’s Pretrial Fairness Act, citing a “real and present threat” to the community.
Fire closes Lewistown business for good
The owner of a downtown Lewistown shop that suffered damage in a fire Wednesday says she won’t open the establishment back up. Jodi Grigsby’s “Now and Again Boutique” on North Main Street near the Fulton County Courthouse tells WEEK-TV she had some insurance for the business, but not enough to recover and reopen.
Desks, chairs and more, all for a buck: District 205 community sale is Aug. 24
Desks, filing cabinets and chairs are among the items that will be available to purchase at Galesburg District 205’s community sale on Aug. 24 at the former Gale Elementary School. The community is invited between 8-11 a.m. Aug. 24 to shop for various items at the school, 1131 W....
Knox County property transfers for Aug. 7-13, 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 Aug. 7-13, 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.
Your Questions Answered: When will the South Street underpass approach reopen?
The South Seminary Street approach to eastbound East South Street has been closed to traffic for just more than a month, leaving questions as to when the stretch of road will reopen. Several followers of our Facebook page have asked: So has there been any news about what they plan...
Man facing attempted murder, arson and sexual assault charges following incident at Galesburg fire
A man is jailed and charged with attempted murder, aggravated arson and aggravated criminal sexual assault following an incident in Galesburg early Thursday morning. According to a news release from the Galesburg Police Department, Galesburg Police and Fire responded to a structure fire at 7:39 a.m. Friday at 243 Highland Ave. A juvenile was located in the residence and initially transported to OSF St. Mary Medical Center. The juvenile was subsequently transported to OSF St. Francis Medical Center in Peoria and is currently being treated for non-life-threatening injuries.
Galesburg woman convicted of murder of daughter wins appeal on motion to reconsider sentence
A Galesburg woman who pleaded guilty to murdering her young daughter has won a second hearing appealing her sentence. Hazel Ivy, 33, was sentenced in September 2022 in Knox County Court to 53 years in the Illinois Department of Corrections. But a July opinion from the Fourth District Appellate Court...
Apartments, business damaged by fire in downtown Lewistown
A building in downtown Lewistown housing both apartments and a business was damaged by fire late Wednesday afternoon. WEEK-TV reports crews from multiple departments spent four hours at the scene near 200 North Main Street, not far from the Fulton County Courthouse, starting around 4:00 p.m. Fire Chief John Spotloe...
Remembering Pat Conklin — pioneer of Costa Preschool and a Pro-Life activist
A Galesburg woman is being remembered for her decades of advocating for the Pro-Life movement and also pioneering the creation a local popular children’s preschool program. Patricia “Pat” Conklin died Sunday, Aug. 11 in Galesburg. She was 81. Upon arriving in Galesburg in 1997 with her husband...
In largest annual Illinois rally, Democrats reflect on surge of enthusiasm with Harris atop ticket
SPRINGFIELD – Democrats gathered in Springfield Wednesday for their annual rally at the Illinois State Fair amid a surge of enthusiasm and a renewed sense of optimism about their chances of retaining the White House in November. “There’s a new level of energy in this effort,” U.S. Sen. Dick...
Your Questions Answered: What are they doing to Illinois 41?
As a two-part pavement preservation project continues on Illinois 41 between Galesburg and Abingdon, those who travel the busy highway continue to wonder what the final product will look like. One follower of our Facebook page asked: WGIL what is going on Rt. 41? They are chip and oiling it....
Car stolen, multiple vehicle burglaries reported in Knoxville
The Knox County Sheriffs Department wants your help solving what started out to be a stolen vehicle case early Wednesday morning in Knoxville, with a discovery of vehicle burglaries being made there. Deputies say they were first alerted to the issue around 2:30 a.m. Wednesday, when one car was stolen,...
West Nile Virus found in local mosquito pool for first time this year
It’s not something to be alarmed about, but the annual occurrence of West Nile Virus in Knox County continues. The Knox County Health Department says not long after the first dead bird of the season tested positive for the virus, the first mosquito pool of the season has had the same result.
Sandburg Mall to be auctioned amid delinquent taxes, fines for property neglect. Here’s what we know
The vacant and neglected portion of Sandburg Mall will soon go up for auction. According to a listing by online commercial real estate platform Crexi, Sandburg Mall at 1150 W. Carl Sandburg Drive in Galesburg will be listed for auction at 11 a.m. Monday, Aug. 19. Starting bid for the 250,000 square foot property is $200,000.
Dist. 205 board approves seeking bids for numerous improvements to north side of GHS complex. Here’s what’s included
The Galesburg School Board has okayed seeking bids for the last of the expansion and building work that will likely be done in the district for a while — a project that’s been discussed since at least November of last year. The board, Monday night, approved seeking bids...
Alexis gas station broken into again
The convenience store in Alexis has been broken into for the second time in less than a month. That’s according to the Warren County Sheriffs Department. They haven’t revealed much yet, but say they were alerted to it around 1:30 Tuesday morning. They’ve released surveillance footage you can...
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