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This 400+ Mile Road is the Most Dangerous to Travel in Illinois
This 400+ Mile Road is the Most Dangerous to Travel in Illinois. After a recent analysis of crashes and fatalities, this Illinois highway which runs through the entire state has now been dubbed the 'most dangerous' road in Illinois. The Most Dangerous Road in Each State. The website, This vs...
John Deere Confirms More Layoffs, Cuts in Salaried Workforce
John Deere has confirmed it plans to layoff more workers through cuts in its global salaried workforce according to Corridor Business Journal. Deere didn’t release details on the number of salaried employees affected. The most recent round of cuts follow more than 600 previously announced layoffs of Deere’s production workers at three facilities in Illinois and Iowa. The company didn’t say when the additional salaried workforce positions would be eliminated.
Abbott must pay $495 million in premature infant formula trial, jury finds
(Reuters) -A jury on Friday found that Abbott Laboratories' specialized formula for premature infants caused an Illinois girl to develop a dangerous bowel disease, ordering the healthcare company to pay $495 million in damages.
Two dead, others injured in early-morning shooting in Champaign
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WAND) — An early-morning shooting in an apartment complex parking lot claimed the lives of two 18-year-olds. The shooting happened after midnight Sunday in the 2000 block of Cynthia Drive. Police say, four people were hit, including an 18-year-old man and 18-year-old woman who died after being...
25 Sports Saturday–July 27, 2024
(25News Now) - Today was the 2nd annual Team Tessa 3 v 3 soccer tournament in honor and support of the Tessa Sutton Foundation. Peoria City SC has had an incredible playoff run, and now they are just one day away from taking on FC Tucson in the USL League Two National Semifinals. The winner of the match will book their ticket to the National Championship next weekend.
Person dies after falling at Starved Rock State Park in LaSalle County
LASALLE COUNTY, Ill. — A person has died after falling at Starved Rock State Park in LaSalle County on Saturday afternoon. According to officials from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR), the incident was reported around 4:30 p.m. in the park’s Illinois Canyon. Officials say the fall resulted in one fatality but have not […]
Warehouse District restaurant receives liquor license
You can choose to have a chicken sandwich and a beer at Peoria's newest dining addition to the Warehouse District. Pop-Up Chicken Shop was unanimously approved a liquor license Tuesday by the Peoria City Council. The Bloomington-based restaurant opened at 800 SW Adams Street in Peoria in June. ...
Peoria Remembers Former Councilmember Vicki Hunt, a Devoted Public Servant and Community Advocate
The city of Peoria is mourning the loss of a devoted public figure and community advocate, former Councilmember Vicki Hunt, whose death was recently announced. Giving her time, passion, and expertise over two terms on Peoria's City Council, Hunt left a distinct mark on the fabric of the city she sought to improve – serving from 2003 to 2010 and then being re-elected in 2014, starting her term in 2015, representing the Acacia District. She held the role of Vice Mayor for 19 months, demonstrating her commitment to civic service.
Peoria City Soccer in national final four after claiming Central Conference championship
PEORIA, Ill. – Luke Persenico now owns, as of Friday night, the most significant goal in the history of Peoria City Soccer. His 62nd minute winner gave the Carp a 1-0 win over Flint City at Shea Stadium in the USL 2 Central Conference Championship game. “I can’t be...
Illinois drivers have ways to save as fuel taxes skyrocket
(The Center Square) – High gas taxes make saving money more challenging for drivers in the Land of Lincoln. Illinois consumers are taxed 47 cents per gallon since the state’s motor fuel tax increased 3.5% on July 1. This is 147% more than drivers were taxed in 2017, when the tax was 19 cents per gallon. The tax on diesel is now 54.5 cents per gallon. ...
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