Sports
Galesburg's 1976 Silver Streaks Make Elite 8 Run
Remembering the first Streaks team to reach the state tournament's final eight under the IHSA's two-class system
Galesburg's 1966 Silver Streaks: One of the Greatest Basketball Teams in Illinois History
The Silver Streaks finished as state runners-up, beating four top-10 ranked teams in the tournament
Galesburg Silver Streaks' 1956 Sweet 16 Run Ends in Double-OT Thriller
The 26-3 Silver Streaks fell to defending state champion Rockford West in a classic Super-Sectional matchup.
Crime
Tate County Sheriff's Office K-9s Receive Donated Body Armor
Vests sponsored by Illinois couple protect dogs in the line of duty
Victim Identified in Fatal East Berrien Street Fire
Eulon Cooper, 70, died in the blaze that also injured a firefighter
One Dead, Firefighter Injured in Galesburg House Fire
Authorities seek emergency demolition order due to structural concerns after fatal blaze.
Lifestyle
Costa Catholic Academy Offers One-Year Tuition Giveaway
Opportunity for non-affiliated students to attend Pre-K through 8th grade for 2026-2027 school year
Galesburg High School senior named National Merit Scholarship finalist
Liam Dilley among top academic performers in the U.S. competing for $30 million in scholarships
Munson's Pool and Spa Offers Complete Above Ground Swimming Pool Package
18-foot pool with sand filter, pump, liner, and more included for $7,730
Politics
Galesburg Seeks More Flexibility in Emergency Demolition Decisions
City Council considers amending ordinance to replace damage threshold with public safety standard
Alexis 7th Grader Spends Day as Illinois House Page
Colum Morgan, a student at United Junior High, served as a Page for a Day in the Illinois House of Representatives.
Bailey Tells Galesburg Diners Illinois Residents Are 'Financially Oppressed'
Republican gubernatorial candidate makes campaign stop in Galesburg during 'Take Back Illinois' tour
Business
Aluminum Castings Company Leads in Almag 35 Aluminum Castings
Midwest manufacturer showcases expertise in high-performance aluminum alloy for diverse industries.
BNSF Investing in Major Galesburg Rail Yard Expansion
Project to add second hump lead track and connection track to boost capacity and efficiency
Knox County Property Transfers Recorded for Late January to Early February 2026
See list of home and other real estate sales in Knox County, Illinois
