JOANN Frabrics closing more than 500 stores, including the one in Galesburg. Here’s what we know

The JOANN Frabrics at 1920 N. Henderson St. in Galesburg is one of around 533 stores in the chain of 800 U.S. locations that will close, according to bankruptcy court documents. (JAY REDFERN/WGIL) A national fabric and
District 205 February 2025 personnel report: Who is coming, going and moving within Galesburg schools

Here are personnel moves approved by the District 205 Board of Education at the Monday, Feb. 10, 2025, meeting: District 205 February 2025 Personnel Agenda Website by WGIL Radio on Scribd
Madigan guilty of bribery conspiracy as jury returns partial verdict

By CAPITOL NEWS ILLINOIS Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan has been found guilty on 10 of 23 public corruption counts, including charges related to bribery conspiracy. Read more: Madigan Trial in Review The jury found him
Search warrants result in arrests and seizure of illegal narcotics and firearms in Galesburg

The Galesburg Police Department recently conducted two separate drug investigations, resulting in the successful removal of illegal narcotics and firearms from the community, and the arrest of two individuals. On Feb. 4, GPD executed a search warrant
Dan + Shay score 11th No. 1 with “Bigger Houses”

Dan + Shay have topped the radio chart for the 11th time with their track “Bigger Houses,” written by the duo’s Dan Smyers with Andy Albert, Jordan Minton and Jordan Reynolds. The band took to social media
Jason Aldean to launch 2025 Full Throttle Tour

Jason Aldean has announced he will hit the road on his 2025 Full Throttle Tour, featuring special guests Nate Smith, RaeLynn, and Dee Jay Silver. The tour kicks off at Blossom Music Center in Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio,