Pritzker to present 8th budget as Illinois faces federal funding uncertainty
Gov. JB Pritzker delivers his State of the State and budget address before the General Assembly at the Illinois State Capitol, Wednesday, Feb. 19. 2026. (Capitol News Illinois file photo by Andrew Adams) By Ben Szalinski Capitol
Penny shortage causes headaches for retailers in the Land of Lincoln
Springfield native Mary Disseler is a long-time volunteer at the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum, where she educates visitors about the legacy of America’s 16th president. (Medill Illinois News Bureau photo by Erika Tulfo) By Erika Tulfo and
Republican gubernatorial candidate Darren Bailey making stops in Galesburg area
Republican gubernatorial candidate Darren Bailey Republican gubernatorial candidate Darren Bailey will be making stops in the Galesburg area as he travels and campaigns throughout the state. Bailey will be at Tres Cafe, 1135 Lincoln St., from 8
Jennifer Coolidge, Nicole Scherzinger join the Rebel Wilson feature ‘Girl Group’
Jennifer Coolidge and Nicole Scherzinger have joined the cast of Rebel Wilson‘s upcoming comedy “Girl Group.” Wilson wrote in an Instagram post announcing the collaboration: “I guess the pussycat’s outta the bag!” with a photo of Wilson, Coolidge and
Lake Storey Road curves to get 25 mph advisory limits after fatal crash, speeding concerns
A vehicle navigates a curve on South Lake Storey Road in Galesburg, where the Traffic Advisory Committee recommends lowering advisory speed limits to 25 mph following crash history and speed data. Photo taken February 13, 2026. (PHOTO
See the trailer for Anderson .Paak’s directorial debut ‘K-POPS!’
The trailer for Anderson .Paak’s directorial debut, K-Pops! was released, which is written, directed, and stars the Grammy-winning artist. The film follows musician BJ (.Paak) and his quest for stardom. The film’s synopsis reads: “On his journey
Hilary Duff shares video for ‘Roommates’ from upcoming album
Ahead of the release of her upcoming album ‘Luck…Or Something,’ Hilary Duff has shared the video for “Roommates,” co-written by Duff with her husband, songwriter/producer Matthew Koma, and Brian Phillips. Duff captioned an Instagram post announcing the
Blackpink to release third mini-album ‘Deadline’ on February 27
Blackpink’s agency YG Entertainment announced that the group’s third mini-album, Deadline, will be released on February 27, 2026 – marking their first group project since 2022’s Born Pink. The five-track album features the previously released single “Jump,”
Meet KFM On-The-Job Club Business of the Day: Way Insurance
Today’s KFM On-The-Job Club Business of the Day features Way Insurance Services, LLC in Galesburg. Pictured: Top Row: Jessica Tylor, Katie Shepherd, and Sarah Buckley. Front Row: Heather John and Missie Shepherd. Way Insurance Services, LLC is
