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Local WWII veteran's Purple Heart returned to family 82 years after it was first awarded
The Illinois Treasurer’s Office has returned another missing Purple Heart. The latest medal has been returned to the family of Jerome Even of Park Ridge. He was awarded the Purple Heart in 1942 for his service during the attack on Pearl Harbor.
Illinois governor finally signs key agreement to protect Great Lakes from invasive carp
Illinois has signed onto a key agreement that will unlock federal funds for a must-anticipated project to keep invasive carp out of the Great Lakes. Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker had until the end of June to sign a partnership agreement with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers or the project would face additional costs and delays. He waited until the end.
Here Are Illinois’ New Taxes And Laws That Started On July 1st
Normally, you'd have to wait until January to see what new laws and/or rules and regulations the lawmakers down in Springfield saw fit to pass and send to the governor's desk for signature into law. I hesitate to use the word "luckily" here, but you don't have to wait until...
West Nile Virus detected in Peoria County mosquito sample
PEORIA (25News Now) - Health officials are reporting the first sign of West Nile Virus in Peoria County this year, joining at least three other nearby counties where the virus has been detected. A mosquito sample has tested positive for the virus, the Peoria City/County Health Department reported Tuesday. “The...
Felony charges against two people after their pit bulls allegedly attacked couple in Peoria
PEORIA, Ill. – Felony charges have been filed against two people after their pit bulls allegedly injured a couple near Bradley University. The Peoria County State’s Attorney’s Office says an arrest warrant has been issued for 45-year-old Robert Cady and 23-year-old Gabrelle Jones. Prosecutors say the incident...
East Peoria police chief talks Fourth of July public safety for 100,000 firework spectators
EAST PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — City officials and law enforcement are anticipating a massive number of spectators to visit Peoria’s lakefront for the Fourth of July celebration. East Peoria Police Chief David Catton talked public safety during the Choose Greater Peoria. Red White & BOOM! firework display. An...
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.
Home in Tazewell County damaged by fire Tuesday night
TAZEWELL COUNTY, Ill. – A fire in Tazewell County late Tuesday night heavily damaged a home and a vehicle on the property. Pekin Firefighters Local 524 said on its Facebook page that crews were on the scene of a working fire near the intersection of Sheridan Road and Cypress Point, in Country Club Estates between Pekin and Groveland.
St. Mary's School Announces Enrollment for Pre-K and K-8 for 2024/2025
St. Mary’s School is excited to announce that enrollment for the 2024/2025 school year for Pre-K (ages 3 and 4) and Kindergarten through 8th grade is now open. With a strong tradition of academic excellence and a nurturing environment, St. Mary’s School is a top choice for families seeking quality education in a supportive community.
Warm and muggy mid-week
We’ll get a break from the rain Wednesday as one system moves out and we await the next system. Wednesday afternoon highs will be in the upper 80s. Now our attention turns to the Thursday the 4th of July. Two waves of scattered showers and thunderstorms will come our way in the mid-morning and late evening but there’s a glimmer of hope because models are trying to push the evening rain south of I-74 so local fireworks displays may not be affected by the weather. Stay tuned. When we know, you’ll know.
25 Sports Tuesday - July 2, 2024
PEORIA (25News Now) - Highlights from Peoria City’s dominating 4-1 win that pushes them even closer to a USL League Two Playoff berth. Also going back to the pool where it all started for Metamora Grad and now U.S Olympian Anna Peplowski. You can watch 25News - any newscast,...
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...
Police take extra safety measures for 4th of July celebrations
PEORIA (25News Now) - While the Fourth of July brings barbeques and fireworks, it’s also a holiday that has historically brought violence in some areas. With at least two nights of Independence Day celebrations, several police departments want to prioritize safety and fun. Although the Peoria Park District is...
Local experts advise keeping pets indoors as July 4th nears
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — As the Fourth of July approaches, our furry friends could be impacted by the loud noises that are generated by fireworks. According to the American Kennel Club, dogs can hear sounds as high as 65,000 Hertz. Cats can hear as high as 79,000 Hz. For...
Aaron Rossi handed 5-year prison sentence in federal fraud cases
Former Reditus Laboratories CEO Aaron Rossi will spend five years in federal prison on his guilty pleas to felony charges of mail and tax fraud. Rossi, 40, will also be required to pay a $1 million fine and more than $2.1 million in total restitution, with $1.9 million going to Central Illinois Orthopedic Surgery (CIOS), the Bloomington practice that employed him at the time of the crimes.
Marietta teen missing for almost two weeks found in Parkersburg
MARIETTA — A 15-year-old Marietta boy who ran away in mid-June has been found. “We are happy to report that Riley has been found safe,” the Washington County Sheriff’s Office said in a media release on June 28 referring to Riley Brandjes. According to Chief Deputy Mark...
Illinois Residents, Decline Calls From These 8 Area Codes Immediately
I don't know what it is, but my phone has been ringing off the hook nonstop with spam calls and they all come from different area codes. Has it been happening to you, too?. It's so irritating constantly declining calls all day long, especially when I've already flagged and blocked a ton of numbers from continuously re-calling. Obviously not all calls from these area codes are spam, but my phone has been super accurate in flagging those that are either spam or telemarketers trying to make a buck.
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