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West Peoria didn’t let it rain on their 4th of July Parade
WEST PEORIA (25News Now)—Despite the rainy weather on the morning of the Fourth of July, the City of West Peoria held one of its longest traditions. Hailed as one of the longest-running parades in Central Illinois, the West Peoria had its 52nd 4th of July parade Thursday morning. This...
Thousands set to attend Choose Greater Peoria Red, White, and BOOM on riverfronts Thursday night
PEORIA, Ill. – The annual celebration of America with a dazzling fireworks display will take place Thursday night on the Peoria and East Peoria Riverfronts. More than 200,000 people are expected to attend the Choose Greater Peoria Red, White, and BOOM fireworks show. The show is largest in the...
Families enjoy new July 3rd event for Peoria Park District takes place at Glen Oak Park
PEORIA, Ill. – The Peoria Park District’s reimagined July 3rd celebration event made its debut on Wednesday at Glen Oak Park. Traditionally, the park district held a fireworks display on the evening of July 3rd. But the board voted in March to move in a different direction, choosing to go with a family-friendly event during the late-morning and afternoon hours.
Library reading program drumming up support in Peoria
PEORIA (25News Now) - With drums as a backdrop Tuesday, Peoria students learned about Africa, singing, and the importance of reading over the summer. The Lincoln branch of Peoria’s library hosted a drummer, who was none other than 25News Today anchor - now retired - Garry Moore. He was...
Area veterans now have opportunity for ‘flightless’ Honor Flight
PEORIA (25News Now) - The Greater Peoria Honor Flight is giving veterans an opportunity to visit memorials - all without leaving Central Illinois. Dubbed “Operation Penguin,” the Greater Peoria Honor Flight recognizes that there are veterans who may not be able to do the traditional Honor Flight flying to and from Washington D.C.
Even without fireworks, Glen Oak Park celebration draws a crowd
PEORIA (25News Now) - It wasn’t exactly a bright and sunny day, but The Streets Belong to Me celebration at Glen Oak Park on Wednesday attracted a large crowd. The event ran from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. featuring food, face painting, video games, bounce houses and even a children’s opera performance. Gone this year was a nighttime fireworks display, called off for safety worries at Peoria Police Chief Eric Echevarria’s request.
Rossi pleads not guilty latest federal charges
PEORIA, Ill. – Former Reditus Labs CEO Aaron Rossi pleaded not guilty on Monday to charges that he made himself richer at the expense of state taxpayers and health insurance companies. According to 25 News, Rossi appeared in a Peoria federal courtroom to answer to a half-dozen counts of...
Illinois explores new express bus service with $1.2M study
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS) — The Illinois Department of Transportation announced it has been awarded $1.2 million to study the feasibility of adding express bus service to Interstate 74 between Bloomington-Normal and Peoria. The study, which is expected to start in late 2025 and take two years to complete, will...
'Asset to our city': New Peoria restaurant one step closer to securing a liquor license
A recently opened Peoria restaurant is working to secure a liquor license this month. Pop-Up Chicken Shop, which also features The Love Shack, went before the Peoria Liquor Commission on July 1. The establishment − located at 800 SW Adams St. Suite 106, Peoria − opened without alcohol on June 25.
City of Peoria receives $50,000 grant to plant more trees
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Peoria is about to become a little bit greener after the city was awarded a grant to plant more trees. The $50,000 grant was given to City Hall by the Morton Arboretum‘s Chicago Region Trees Initiative. Trees will be planted in areas that don’t have many trees currently.
Peoria’s District 150 swears in new board member, elects new president, VP
PEORIA (25News Now) - A new board member joined the Peoria Public School Board Monday. Christina Rose was sworn on Monday afternoon. She replaces Chase Klaus as his five-year term ended in 2024. Rose will take over as the representative of District 3. “I am very grateful for the opportunity...
When Peoria drivers can expect Glen Avenue to be a smoother drive
PEORIA (25News Now) - The cone zone is almost everywhere, but several road projects are coming along throughout Peoria. The reconstruction of Glen Avenue is hitting its second year. Peoria Public Works spokesperson Nick McMillion said drivers should look forward to several new and improved streets. The nearly $10 million...
Hog Days presale carnival tickets on sale Monday, see what’s new to the festival in 2024
Hog Days presale carnival tickets will go out on Monday, July 8, according to Larry Flannery, co-chair of the Hog Days Festival Committee. As in years past, the prices will remain the same at $10 for a sheet of 12. The tickets can be purchased at the local banks of Peoples National Bank, Union Federal Savings and Loan, CSB north and south branch, and the State Bank of Toulon.
4th of July 2024: What fireworks are legal in the city of Peoria?
The Fourth of July beckons on Thursday, marking the 248th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. It's the perfect time for parades, cookouts and backyard sparklers. But before going out to buy a bunch of fireworks – and then watch a bunch of fireworks – there are a few things that you need to know about what you can use in Peoria.
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