City of Geneseo, Illinois

3 hours ago

Radio - WGRG 100.5 FM
Mediacom - TV50 (channel 50 or digital channel 80.1)
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City of Geneseo, Illinois

14 hours ago

MEDIA RELEASE
City of Geneseo Police Department
Date: November 5, 2025

On November 5, 2025, at approximately 5:24 p.m., a business owner in the 100 block of South State Street reported hearing a loud noise originating from the ceiling or attic area of their business. Officers from the Geneseo Police Department responded and conducted a search of the interior for approximately 17 minutes. During that search, officers also heard a noise but were unable to determine its exact source. Officers cleared the scene at 5:52 p.m. after no additional noise could be located.

At approximately 6:10 p.m., the complainant reported hearing additional suspicious noises coming from a different area of the business. Officers returned to the scene and began checking not only the complainant’s business, but other businesses in that same block. During this search, officers reported hearing whispering and movement coming from inside structure areas around them.

At 6:36 p.m., officers were able to make voice contact with an individual and determined that a person was located between interior walls of a business. The Geneseo Fire Protection District was dispatched and assisted with safely removing the individual from between the walls.
An investigation revealed that multiple businesses in the South State Street area sustained damage to potential access points on their shared roof structures.

Based on the ensuing investigation, witness statements, and physical evidence, officers have arrested 26-year-old Caleigh A. Gottsche, of Davenport, Iowa, for the offenses of Burglary, Criminal Damage to Property, and Criminal Trespass.

The Geneseo Police Department continues to investigate the incident and is working to determine if additional individuals may have been involved.

Arrested Subject:
Caleigh A. Gottsche F/W 12/27/1998
5525 N. Linwood, Davenport, IA
Charges:
Count 1 -Burglary
Count 2 – Felony Criminal Damage to Property
Count 3 – Criminal Trespass to Property

Caleigh A. Gottsche was transported to the Henry County Jail.

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City of Geneseo, Illinois

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🍁🍂 Geneseo’s really leaf-ing us speechless this fall 🍁🍂 ... See MoreSee Less

City of Geneseo, Illinois

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City of Geneseo, Illinois

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City of Geneseo, Illinois

5 days ago

TIE A YELLOW RIBBON FOR VETERANS TODAY AT NOON
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

The Geneseo Chamber is teaming with the VFW Post 5083 Geneseo Illinois and the VFW Auxiliary again this year to honor veterans in Geneseo this November.
Tie a Yellow Ribbon is an easy concept - volunteers tie yellow ribbons around every tree at the City Park and boulevard on State Street. Businesses, organizations, churches and schools are also encouraged to participate by tying yellow ribbons around the trees on their property.

The ribbons go up at NOON TODAY, Saturday November 1. Volunteers will be meeting at the City Park at the Kiwanis shelter to distribute yellow ribbons to those looking to tie a yellow ribbon. No pre-registration is required, just show up. The ribbons stay up through Veteran's Day and come down on Wednesday November 12.

We will need volunteers to help tie ribbons. The effort should only last 1 hour or so with enough volunteers. Anyone interested in volunteering, donating, or with any questions are asked to contact the Geneseo Chamber of Commerce at 309-944-2686. ... See MoreSee Less

City of Geneseo, Illinois

6 days ago

A BUSY AND EXCITING EVENING IN GENESEO!

The City of Geneseo will be bustling with activity this evening, with several community events taking place:

Trick-or-Treating: 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Geneseo High School Varsity Football Playoff Game: Gates open at 6:00 PM

Geneseo High School Fall Play (DePauw Theater): Curtain rises at 7:00 PM

With multiple events occurring simultaneously, residents and visitors can expect increased vehicle and pedestrian traffic, particularly in the area surrounding Geneseo High School.

Motorists are encouraged to reduce speed, remain alert, and use extra caution while driving through residential neighborhoods and near the high school campus.

Parents and Trick-or-Treaters are reminded to use sidewalks when available, cross streets at intersections, and wear you glowstick along with bright or reflective clothing/costumes to stay visible after dark.

The Geneseo Police Department, in partnership with the Geneseo Community School District, is providing glow sticks to enhance the visibility and safety of young trick-or-treaters. Glow sticks will be distributed to elementary and middle school students today to take home and use this evening.

A parking map identifying home and visitor parking areas for the high school has been included below to assist with planning your evening.

Let’s work together to ensure a safe and enjoyable night for everyone in Geneseo. ... See MoreSee Less