Galesburg Reporter

Stoller on violent crime in Illinois: We must 'implement policies that supports law enforcement officers'

By Andy Nghiem | Sep 23, 2022

In a Facebook post this week, Illinois state Sen. Win Stoller (R-Germantown Hills) recently announced traveling office hours in Germantown Hills and Spring Bay.

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Tracy: Applications for Small Equipment Grant Program, Fire Truck and Ambulance Revolving Loan Programs 'are open'

By Andy Nghiem | Aug 27, 2022

Illinois state Sen. Jil Tracy (R-Quincy) recently shared information about the state's Small Equipment Grant Program, as well as the Fire Truck and Ambulance Revolving Loan Programs.

Stoller feels 'beyond excited' to welcome new staff member

By Andy Nghiem | Jul 31, 2022

Illinois state Sen. Win Stoller recently announced a new team member to his district staff, welcoming Jim Nowlan.

Knoxville District 202 Superintendent Schoonover addresses issues with school bus lease agreement

By Andy Nghiem | Jul 31, 2022

Knoxville District 202 Superintendent, Geoff Schoonover, discussed errors made by the bus company the school district leases from, as well as ways to resolve those mistakes at a recent Community Unit School District board meeting.

Frese visiting Jacksonville on July 11: 'I would love for you to come out and chat with me'.

By Andy Nghiem | Jul 9, 2022

Illinois State Rep. Randy Frese (R-Quincy) recently announced that he is visiting Jacksonville to meet with his constituents.

Stoller questions new legislation that provides incentives to Illinois taxpayers: 'Delaying action doesn't solve our problems'

By Andy Nghiem | Apr 30, 2022

Illinois state Sen. Win Stoller (R-Germantown Hills) expressed concern that recently passed legislation that provides incentives to state taxpayers will raise interest rates.

License plate fees to legalizing lemonade stands: Swanson brings awareness to 'nearly 300 new laws in Illinois' that went into effect Jan. 1

By Andy Nghiem | Jan 2, 2022

Illinois State Rep. Dan Swanson is reminding constituents of the hundreds of new laws that are now in effect with the beginning of the new year.

Hammond: Amendment to Illinois' HCRCA to allow vaccine mandates 'not how this act was intended'

By Andy Nghiem | Dec 2, 2021

Illinois state Rep. Norine Hammond (R-Macomb) recently spoke out on the newly amended health care Right of Conscience Act which has been updated to include what is essentially a a COVID-19 vaccine mandate.

'I fear my constituents may not be aware': Tracy urges public awareness of legislation as Illinois Capitol building remains closed

By Andy Nghiem | May 19, 2021

Illinois state lawmakers have gotten back to work, but operations still have not returned to normal, and the Capitol remains closed to the public.

Tracy: 'Every Illinoisan deserves to be represented in our democracy'

By Andy Nghiem | Apr 2, 2021

As Illinois state lawmakers work to redraw district maps, House and Senate Republicans are calling for reforms to make the process more fair for residents.

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Galesburg CUSD 205 to return to in-person learning in February

By Andy Nghiem | Feb 13, 2021

District 205 board members recently approved a plan to bring back students for full-time in-person learning.

Discovery Depot children’s museum in Galesburg receives $25,000 grant for COVID-19 relief

By Andy Nghiem | Feb 10, 2021

Galesburg has awarded a $25,000 operational grant to the Discovery Depot children's museum.

Senator Jil Tracy to serve as spokesperson for 2 Illinois senate committees

By Andy Nghiem | Feb 7, 2021

Senator Jil Tracy recently announced that she has been chosen to serve as a Spokesperson for the Senate Judiciary Committee and for the Senate Environment and Conservation Committee for the 102nd General Assembly.

City doubles funding for Small Business Relief Program

By Andy Nghiem | Jan 12, 2021

The Galesburg City COVID Small Business Relief Program will be getting a financial boost of $250,000 in additional funding.

Galesburg Police Department offers amnesty for petty crimes

By Andy Nghiem | Jan 12, 2021

The Galesburg Police Department recently announced that individuals with active warrants for select minor crimes can have their warrants quashed and have their court dates rescheduled.

Local CURES program has been launched to assist small municipalities

By Andy Nghiem | Dec 31, 2020

A policy directive from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity has advised local governments that they can apply for federal CURES money for reimbursement of costs incurred from responding to the COVID-19 pandemic.

School board member furious with Glenwood HS summer sports camp cancellations

By Andy Nghiem | Aug 7, 2020

Glenwood High School recently canceled all summer youth sports camps due to stricter COVID-19 requirements.