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The Peoria German-American Society prepares for Volksfest
PEORIA, Ill (WMBD) — The Peoria German-American Society is getting ready to host their annual Volksfest. The whole family can come out to enjoy authentic German food, and a slew of celebrations. Morning show Regular Jeff Pulfer stopped by to share more information. “There’s plenty of German music out...
Tee times, groupings, TV info for 2024 John Deere Classic Saturday third round at TPC Deere Run
Aaron Rai and C.T. Pan are tied for the lead at the halfway mark of the 2024 John Deere Classic at TPC Deere Run in Silvis, Illinois. Rai and Pan each shot 6-under 65s on Thursday followed by 8-under 63s on Friday. Harry Hall is alone in third at 13...
Indiana and Illinois Arby’s Locations Affected by Franchisee Bankruptcy
After filing for bankruptcy, a small Arby's franchisee is selling some locations and closing others. Miracle Restaurant Group LLC, a company based out of Louisiana has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. Miracle owns 25 Arby's locations in Indiana, Illinois, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas. This isn't Miracle Restaurant Group's first Chapter 11 filing according to Nation's Restaurant News,
Beadle: Here's to 'having fun while winning' at the United Way of Central Illinois
As I prepare to transition out of my role as Board Chair for the United Way of Central Illinois, I can't help but feel a mix of emotions. Pride, gratitude, and excitement for the future all swirl together as I look back on the 2024-2025 year and forward to what lies ahead. Throughout my tenure, I've always believed in "having fun while winning," and I'm pleased to say that this past year has embodied that philosophy...
Take a look at the new American Giants Museum in Atlanta, Illinois
ATLANTA, Ill. (WMBD) — Just off I-55, on what’s called Old Route 66, a little museum has opened up in Atlanta, Illinois. If you are a Peorian, you know the 17-foot woman known as “Vanna Whitewall’. Officially, she was known as “Miss Uniroyal, or “The Uniroyal Gal”. In Atlanta, Illinois, there is now a home […]
Whitney’s Walk for Suicide Prevention and Awareness
BRIMFIELD, Ill (WMBD) — Whitney’s Walk for Suicide Prevention and Awareness is an event that raises money for the Hult Center for Healthy Living, while also breaking the stigma behind talking about mental health. Andrea Parker, the center’s director, stopped by to tell us more. The event...
Indiana and Illinois Arby’s Locations Affected by Franchisee Bankruptcy
After filing for bankruptcy, a small Arby's franchisee is selling some locations and closing others. Miracle Restaurant Group LLC, a company based out of Louisiana has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. Miracle owns 25 Arby's locations in Indiana, Illinois, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Texas. This isn't Miracle Restaurant Group's first Chapter 11 filing according to Nation's Restaurant News,
Inside the process: Dunlap football star is one of the nation's top recruits
Mack Sutter will play big-time college football. However, it remains a mystery where the 6-foot-6, 225-pound athlete from Dunlap will end up. Yet the four-star prospect from the Class of 2026 has plenty of options, with a staggering 31 scholarship offers from Power 5 conferences since Jan. 25. The top-100 national recruit been...
A comfortable start to the weekend
PEORIA (25News Now) - Our weather should be mostly quiet this weekend. We’ll see mostly sunny skies today with highs in the low 80s. Sunday will be a little warmer and muggier with highs in the upper 80s. Showers and storms will be possible again late Sunday night and...
North 6th Street Construction Now Complete
**photo courtesy of the Monmouth College Facebook Page. The North 6th Street road reconstruction in the City of Monmouth is now complete and Mayor Rod Davies reports the new asphalt is laying over the brick paved road:. “We had to get the utilities underground first and then we have been...
Should Michigan Adopt The Illinois Purge Law?
In July of 2022, lawmakers in Illinois decided to implement a new law that would reduce the number of residents who were spending time behind bars in the county jails. As the state of Illinois was facing issues with being understaffed in their jails and holding offenders for too long, they decided that something had to be done in the justice system. Illinois lawmakers would gather and deliberate on what many have dubbed the Purge law to help fix their county jail issues.
Should Michigan Adopt The Illinois Purge Law?
In July of 2022, lawmakers in Illinois decided to implement a new law that would reduce the number of residents who were spending time behind bars in the county jails. As the state of Illinois was facing issues with being understaffed in their jails and holding offenders for too long, they decided that something had to be done in the justice system. Illinois lawmakers would gather and deliberate on what many have dubbed the Purge law to help fix their county jail issues.
Peoria City SC are headed to the USL League Two Playoffs
(25News Now) - After a hard-fought 2-2 draw against 1st place Des Moines Menace, Peoria City SC is headed back to the USL League Two Playoffs!. They have one more match left in the regular season, away at Sueno FC next Saturday, then League Two playoffs will start the week after.
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