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3 teens arrested in connection to armed robbery of Peoria postal worker
Three people, including two juveniles, were arrested by Peoria police in connection with the armed robbery of a U.S. postal worker Monday. Jamel Anthony, 18, was arrested along with a 16-year-old and 15-year-old after a brief foot chase with police that ended with the trio being arrested and charged in connection to the robbery in the 300 block of West Republic Street, according to a police news release. ...
West Peoria business hit by car before smash-and-grab robbery, police say
The Peoria County Sheriff's Office is investigating a smash-and-grab robbery early Tuesday morning that may have involved a stolen vehicle. Sheriff Chris Watkins said that at 2:35 a.m., police were called to Express Liquors in the 2700 block of Farmington Road in West Peoria after a report of a smash-and-grab robbery at the store. Deputies discovered that a maroon Kia crashed into the front door of the business two hours after it closed, and three people emerged...
Photo gallery: PBL football vs. Chillicothe IVC (Aug. 30, 2024)
Below are some sights from Friday’s game, which PBL won 40-13. Digital copies of all photos are available at the following link: ko-fi.com/andrewrosten/shop. Anyone wanting to buy a digital copy of a single photo for $10 can contact Andrew Rosten for details.
Eureka College says first-year student enrollment hit a record this year
This year's incoming class at Eureka College represents the largest number of freshman (159) enrolled at the private liberal arts school. And nearly half of 242 new students at the Woodford County-based college are both first-generation and low income, the college said in a news release earlier this week. Although...
Peoria man sentenced for threatening to kill a federal judge last year
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — A Peoria man was sentenced to more than three years in federal prison last Wednesday for threatening a judge in 2022. According to a news release from the U.S. Attorney’s Office, Paul Jordan Klawer, 34, was sentenced to 42 months in prison for threatening a federal judge, followed by three years of supervised release.
Anti-violence organization hosting its first health fair
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Mother’s War on Violence is having an inaugural healthcare event on Wednesday. The not-for-profit organization was founded by Yolanda Wallace after losing her son John Buckley to gun violence in 2006. “Our mission is to tear down the strongholds in our families to stop...
A Day To Remember coming to Peoria Civic Center
PEORIA (25News Now) - Fans of A Day To Remember (ADTR) in Central Illinois can rejoice, as the band is returning to Peoria in October. The Florida-based rock band is set to headline the Peoria Civic Center Arena on Sunday, Oct. 27 at 7:15 p.m. They will be joined by metalcore band August Burns Red and pop-punk band Stand Atlantic.
Varna Fire Department secures grant to purchase exhaust removal system
The Varna Volunteer Fire Company has once again secured a FEMA grant, as the department furthers its mission for members to work in a healthy and safe environment. The department announced that it received a $76,188 grant, through FEMA’s Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program, to purchase a vehicle exhaust removal system.
Peru man injured, Granville woman cited following Route 89 crash
A 56-year-old Peru man was injured in a Tuesday afternoon crash on Route 89 north of Greenhouse Avenue in rural Granville. A vehicle driven by Laura L. Erickson, 45, of Granville was heading south at 3:22 p.m. Tuesday when it crossed the centerline and struck a vehicle driven north by Michael D. Pack, 56, of Peru. Pack’s vehicle was then struck from behind by a vehicle driven by a 16-year-old Magnolia resident, according to the Putnam County Sheriff’s Office.
Blues fest, grape stomp and more: Here are 5 things to do near Peoria this weekend
Labor Day weekend is full of activities. Here are five events you might want to check out in the Peoria area this weekend. The 34th annual Peoria Blues & Heritage Music Festival will be held Aug. 30-31 at Peoria Riverfront Festival Park. This end-of-summer event will include a world-class lineup of artists from blues, roots, funk, soul and everything in between. For a full schedule of performances and to purchase tickets, visit www.PBHFest.com.
Chestnut Health taps CAO from Carle Health
Bloomington, Ill.-based Chestnut Health Systems has appointed Tony Coletta chief administrative officer, effective Oct. 7. Mr. Coletta brings more than 20 years of experience in healthcare, most recently serving as vice president of human resources and talent relations at Urbana, Ill.-based Carle Health. He previously held a similar role at Advocate Eureka Hospital and Advocate BroMenn Medical Center in Normal, Ill.
Carle Health opens two rural clinics in Henry and Spring Valley
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Carle Health will open two internal medicine clinics next month in the Illinois Valley area as part of its commitment to extending access to high-quality healthcare throughout the region, the company said Friday. The clinics, located in Spring Valley and Henry, will offer “exceptional healthcare,”...
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