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Koehler: Local school districts receiving new funding from the state
PEORIA, Ill. – Eighteen area school districts will be receiving nearly $8 million for much needed improvements to classrooms and school buildings. Democratic State Sen. Dave Koehler, of Peoria, says the money is coming from the 2017 Illinois Senate Democrat-backed evidence-based funding formula, which overhauled the way Illinois funds its K-12 schools.
Industry changes now in effect for Illinois realtors, home buyers
(The Center Square) – Illinois home buyers are now facing a different landscape in the real estate industry. For decades, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) required home sale listing brokers to provide an offer of compensation to a buyer’s agent up front. That usually was a 6% split between a seller’s broker and buyer’s agent. Groups of home sellers brought lawsuits against the NAR for its standard commission structure,...
Deadline for Summer EBT fast approaching
The deadline for enrollment for 2024 Summer EBT benefits is Aug. 31. Summer EBT, also known as Sun Bucks, provides families with school-aged children with a one-time benefit of $120 for summer groceries per eligible child. Benefits are benefits distributed on an electronic benefit transfer (EBT) card. “This benefit is...
36th annual Duck Race raises $215K for Center for Prevention of Abuse
EAST PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — It was a race that sent 35,000 rubber ducks down a 750-foot water slide. However, it was also an event that raised $215,000 for the Center for Prevention of Abuse, which has said that money will help offset a major cut in federal funding through the Victims of Crime Act.
Man dies after wreck in Tazewell County
The Tazewell County Coroner's Office is investigating a deadly wreck in rural Green Valley. The crash involving two vehicles was reported at 11:16 a.m. Saturday at the intersection of Towerline Road and Toboggan Avenue. A Tazewell County man was pronounced dead at the scene at 12:29 p.m., the coroner's office said. His name will be released pending notification of family. ...
Baker behind Carl’s donuts dies
PEORIA (25News Now) - A longtime East Peoria city staffer and baking legend has passed away. Dave Armstrong of Carl’s Bakery and Restaurant at 819 Camp Street passed away last Sunday at the age of 76. But his donuts - and other foods - will continue to make people...
WATCH: Guy Swears He Has Video Proof There’s a Dome Over Illinois
This just in. You might be living in a real life Matrix. Don't believe me? A guy swears he has video proof that there's a dome over Illinois. This brand new video share made me chuckle a little bit and I'm not trying to give the guy who shared this a hard time. To say that I don't understand everything I see in the skies above Illinois and Missouri is an understatement. His video entitled "Dome spotted in Illinois!!" is interesting.
Boot Camp: Elmwood-Brimfield ready to extend last year’s winning streak
ELMWOOD, Ill. (WMBD/WYZZ) — The Elmwood-Brimfield Trojans didn’t make the playoffs last year but were happy with the way the season ended. The Trojans closed 2023 on a three-game winning streak and hope to carry that momentum into the 2024 season. They have a right to be excited. Coach Todd Hollis says he has 59 […]
Pekin’s first Pride Picnic goes perfectly
PEKIN – The Tazwell County seat was the site of its first Pride Picnic last weekend. Even with a little rain, everything went perfectly. Booths from local businesses and community organizations lined the bike path near the 4H Pavillion in Mineral Springs Park on Saturday, Aug. 17. Vendors included local businesses such as nuEra, Pekin Public Library, and High Vibes Stoneshop and non-profits such as Peoria Proud and PFLAG Peoria.
'Own private country club': $1.6 million home features 20-acre wooded lot
Upscale real estate inventory in Tazewell County has increased in 2024, if the number of $1 million homes for sale are any indication. This two-story home just outside Morton was custom-built in 2006, located on more than 20 acres at 4851 Sheridan Road in Groveland. The property is listed at $1.595 million after...
Boot Camp: Stark County embraces target after unbeaten regular season last fall
TOULON, Ill. (WMBD/WYZZ) — Stark County is wearing a target and the Rebels know it. Jade Noard’s Stark County Rebels had a massive year in 2023, going 9-0 in the regular season and advancing to the second round of the state playoffs. Stark County’s 10-win record marked its first double-digit win total since the 2015 […]
Electric vehicles catch fire at Rivian’s Normal plant
NORMAL (25News Now) - Normal Fire Department (NPD) crews battled a blaze at the Rivian plant parking lot Saturday night. NPD spokesperson Matt Swaney said fire crews were called to Rivian’s Normal plant just before 9:45 p.m. for a reported vehicle fire. He said there is an unspecified number of vehicles damaged by the incident.
Charles Morris of Bloomington remembered for decades-long fight for racial justice
A civil rights pioneer from Bloomington is being remembered as a respected and thoughtful leader who fought for racial justice for decades. Longtime Illinois State University faculty member and community leader Charles Morris died recently at age 92. Morris told WGLT in a 2023 interview he’s seen great progress toward...
Sweet Corn Circus returns to Normal
This weekend uptown Normal will once again be filled with the smell of hot sweet corn and the presence of youthful vibes as the Sweet Corn Circus returns. . The two-day event, which is free to all, is a celebration both of the Bloomington-Normal area’s agricultural roots and its circus history. The Gamma Phi Circus is the longest running collegiate circus in the country, dating back to 1929. On Saturday and Sunday, its acrobats, aerialists, clowns and dancers will join with professional wrestlers and other attractions.
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