What were Knox County’s top baby names in 2025? Full list here

Hudson was the most popular name for boys born in Knox County in 2025, while 10 names tied for the most popular among girls, according to the Knox County Clerk & Recorder’s Office. A total of 307
Galesburg police arrest suspect in early Monday gas station robbery

Galesburg police arrested a suspect early Monday after a robbery at Beck’s gas station on East Main Street. Maxwell Burton, 29, of Galesburg was charged with robbery after allegedly entering the station at 1581 E. Main St.,
Oversight panel OKs rule on digitized prison mail in Illinois with new changes

By Maggie Dougherty Capitol News Illinois Article Summary A state legislative committee allowed the Department of Corrections to make permanent an emergency rule to scan prison mail, with some new carveouts. The committee praised IDOC for its
Grand Ole Opry to celebrate Dolly Parton’s 80th birthday with annual ‘Opry Goes Dolly’

The Grand Ole Opry will celebrate Opry member Dolly Parton’s 80th birthday with its fourth annual ‘Opry Goes Dolly’ show on January 17th – two days before Parton’s actual 80th birthday – at the Grand Ole Opry
Listen to Parmalee’s ‘How Do I Let You Go’

Parmalee has released the song “How Do I Let You Go”, which was inspired by their fathers – who also happen to inspired the members of the group to play music. Lead singer Matt Thomas shared that
