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Galesburg Police identify shooting victim, arrest man on murder charge

GALESBURG (25News Now) - A 52-year-old man has been charged with first-degree murder in connection with a fatal shooting Thursday in Galesburg. Police said Joshua Newburn was arrested in the 500 block of Mulberry Street and taken into custody. Galesburg Police and online Knox County court records show he faces...

Galesburg, IL · 1d
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Man charged with arson in connection with Galesburg house fire

Joshua Corcoran was arrested for residential arson after an intentional fire broke out at a home in Galesburg, Illinois, on Nov. 9.

Galesburg, IL · 16h

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Family of Kewanee hit-and-run victim temporarily increases reward for information

KEWANEE, Ill. (KWQC) - The family of the victim of a deadly hit-and-run from 2020 are temporarily increasing the reward amount for information. On Nov. 1, 2020, Jason Kubiak died in a hit-and-run in Kewanee, according to Kewanee police. Six years later, Kubiak’s family is still looking for answers.

Kewanee, IL · 2d
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Peoria County Coroner identifies man who died in Saturday wreck

Craig Nelson, a 50-year-old man from Pekin, died following a motorcycle collision in Peoria County on Saturday, Nov. 7.

Peoria County, IL · 2d

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The hum that has Kewanee hitting pause

Concerns about a constant, around-the-clock hum from cooling equipment are one reason Kewanee officials are slowing approval of a proposed data center. Before moving the project forward, council members say they want more information about noise levels and other potential impacts. Developers have said the facility will comply with Kewanee’s...

Kewanee, IL · 1d

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Kewanee police blotter for Nov. 11

Police issued a written warning following a traffic stop at Chestnut and Division streets. A written warning was issued following a traffic stop at Vine and First streets. Police issued a written warning following a traffic stop at Vine and Second streets. A written warning was issued following a traffic...

Kewanee, IL · 1d

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Galva pays tribute to veterans in two ceremonies

GALVA – Galva High School held the first of two ceremonies honoring the nation’s military during a special Veterans Day recognition program at 10 a.m. in the junior-senior high school gymnasium. Bleachers on both sides of the gym floor were filled with students, teachers, parents and veterans. This...

Galva, IL · 19h

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Full Shelter Sparks Call for Local Adoptions

As kennels are filling up and space is becoming limited, the Knox County Humane Society is taking steps to encourage adoptions by waiving fees, shares Executive Director Erin Buckmaster:. “We are extremely full at the shelter, like every other shelter in the United States. We have some wonderful pets there....

Galesburg, IL · 2d

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Health administrator who guided Peoria County’s COVID 19 response resigns

PEORIA (25News Now) - Monica Hendrickson, the longtime administrator of the Peoria City/County Health Department who helped lead the region through the COVID-19 pandemic, has resigned. A county official said Hendrickson submitted her resignation on Monday, Nov. 2. The resignation was accepted Thursday, Nov. 12. A special meeting of the...

Peoria County, IL · 12h

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Live portraiture class among 9 things to do around Galesburg

The weekend brings a portraiture class with a live model, an author meet and greet and dinosaur activities for children, along with fundraisers, live music and more to the Galesburg area. Wendy Dispennette: Awakening Innocence What: See the art exhibit on the second floor R.A.I.L. Gallery. There will be a reception fro 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Nov. 21 during Merry Market. When: Nov. 13 – Dec. 19 Where: Galesburg Community Arts Center, 349 E. Main St., Galesburg Cost: Free Leap into Leaves What: Learn about fall leaves, why they change color and what determines their colors. Donations are accepted to support nature programs. Pre-registration is recommended but not required. When: 9:30 – 11 a.m. Nov. 14 Where: Lakeside Nature Center, 1033 S. Lake Storey Road, Galesburg, Cost: Free Live Model Session: Portraiture class What: Join Ana for this second Portrait in Oil class for additional practice with a live model. Practice a unique portrait and explore contrasts and differences from our first model. The “Portrait in Oil” ticket includes all materials: brushes, oil paint, easel, palette and primed surface to work on. This session is also open to artists who will bring their own drawing or painting materials. If

Galesburg, IL · 2d

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On the market: Galesburg home has two fireplaces and a screened porch

Address: 237 Park Lane Drive, Galesburg Property description: This five-bedroom, five-bathroom (three full and two half) Colonial style home built in 1924 is on a tree-lined private street. It has 4,050 square feet of living space and a formal entry foyer. The living room includes built-ins and a gas fireplace. There is a formal dining room, an attached screened-in porch and a private library/office. The main floor also includes a family room with a vaulted ceiling, a second gas fireplace, built-in cabinetry, seating and a wet bar. The kitchen has wood-beamed ceilings. The second floor has two-three bedrooms (one non-conforming), a full bathroom, and a primary suite with a custom bathroom complete with jetted tub, separate shower and walk-in dressing room. The third floor has two additional bedrooms, a cedar-lined closet and another full bathroom. Outside is a built-in grill and island, a covered patio area, a four-car garage, a shed and an additional tree-filled lot. Updates include fresh exterior paint, upstairs air conditioning and a tankless water heater. The brick home with vinyl siding has attic storage. An annual association fee includes grounds maintenance, road maintenance, play area, tennis courts and snow removal. Asking price: $319,900 Listing agent: Cassie

Galesburg, IL · 1d

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A Guy Walks Into 365 Bars…Again! Bar Number 258: Main Street Tap

——- Bar Number 258: Main Street Tap, Wednesday, November 11, 2026. Wow, this is nice out here. Lots of tables and chairs and in the back is the stage where live music happens out here. There’s Karl onstage performing, “I Got Them French-Fried Po-tater Blues.”. —— The...

Bradford, IL · 19h

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Galva couple’s artistic legacy returns to where it all began

The works of husband-and-wife artists Vivian Headland and Helen Lapan Headland are being remembered and honored in their hometown. The pair married in 1919 and lived in both Galva and Rock Island, leaving their artistic legacy in both communities. Recently, their work has returned to where it began. A couple...

Galva, IL · 22h

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Most People Drive Right Past These 7 Illinois Hot Dog Stands That Never Changed A Thing

One stand on this list piles the fries right on top of the hot dog and still won’t hand you ketchup. Another claims credit for putting a batter-dipped hot dog on a stick along old Route 66. I love that kind of stubbornness. Illinois has plenty of flashy food...

Illinois · 1d

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Heritage Tractor Announces Relocation of Monmouth Store to New Facility in Spring 2027

Heritage Tractor has announced plans to relocate its Monmouth dealership to an upgraded, expanded facility located at 800 Access Road A in Monmouth, IL, opening in the spring of 2027. Less than three miles north of the current store, just off Highway 34, the move represents a significant investment in...

Monmouth, IL · 3d

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New owners will close Hanna City’s Coffee Can

The Coffee Can coffee shop in Hanna City is scheduled to close permanently after its second shutdown, with its final day of operation set for Friday, November 13.

Hanna City, IL · 1d

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Galesburg coaches, activities directors get pay boost under new formula

The Galesburg District 205 School Board approved pay increases for coaches, sponsors and activities directors Monday night. Under the new formula, pay for athletics would increase by $75,295, and activities stipends would cost $11,702 more. The new pay formula is based on a $42,000 base salary multiplied by an assignment percentage.

Galesburg, IL · 2d

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Crews respond to early morning fire in Sherrard

SHERRARD, Ill. (KWQC) - Crews are on the scene of a fire in the 1600 block of 300th Street in Sherrard. The call came in around 4 a.m. Crews from Sherrard, Orion, Reynolds and Coal Valley are on the scene. This is a developing story. KWQC will provide updates on-air...

Sherrard, IL · 2d

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Students, veteran share Veterans Day message at Wethersfield ceremony

KEWANEE — Two high school students and a veteran who served in Iraq and Afghanistan brought the message of Veterans Day to the Kewanee Veterans Council’s annual observance held Wednesday at Wethersfield High School. Each year the KVC asks Kewanee and Wethersfield high schools to select a senior...

Kewanee, IL · 1d

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Galesburg High School play among things to do in Galesburg Nov. 13-15

Galesburg High School students will present “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” this weekend at the Hegg Performing Arts Center. Performances are at 7 p.m. Nov. 13-14 and 2 p.m. Nov. 15. More than 30 students are in the cast, with additional students on the crew, led by technical...

Galesburg, IL · 17h