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Illinois Aurora Watch: Northern Lights Expected until Tuesday Night
Chicago, IL – Illinois residents may be treated to a rare celestial event as the Northern Lights are expected to be visible Monday night into Tuesday. The aurora borealis, typically seen closer to the polar regions, could extend as far south as Illinois due to increased geomagnetic activity. According...
Correctional Officer on administrative leave arrested
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS) — The Illinois Department of Corrections officer placed on administrative leave was arrested on Sunday. Thomas R. Angeli, 37, is facing charges of an expired FOID card, and possessing a firearm. On July 25, Angeli, was placed under administrative leave after making comments on a Facebook...
Illinois EPA providing over $43M to help communities replace lead water lines
The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency has announced plans to give more than $43 million to 17 communities as a way to help them replace lead water lines. The funding is being provided through the Illinois EPA’s State Revolving Fund.
Peoria mother charged after her baby dies from an overdose
PEORIA (25News Now) - A mother from Peoria faces a felony charge after her baby died from an apparent overdose of the drug known as ecstasy. Zenai Denise Lashayla Wolford, 19, is charged with one count of endangering the life or health of a child, which is a Class 3 felony.
Rutland Tractor Driver Charged With Reckless Homicide
A motorcyclist's death is being pinned squarely on an alleged reckless and impaired tractor driver from Rutland. Thirty-six-year-old Matthew Reynolds was charged Friday in DeKalb County Court with felony charges of reckless homicide and aggravated DUI in a crash involving death. He initially only faced a ticket for disobeying a stop sign for his role in a fatal crash back on October 1st near Shabbona.
Morton Caterpillar facility evacuated Monday morning as suspicious object investigated
MORTON, Ill. – Portions of the Caterpillar facility in Morton were evacuated Monday morning as police investigated a suspicious object. Morton Police say an object with wires sticking out was found in a women’s restroom just after 9:30 A.M. Police discussed the object with the supervisor who found...
Fleeing man captured, arrested for numerous offenses
PEORIA (25News Now) - A man was arrested on weapon and drug offenses after fleeing police Saturday morning. Peoria Police said 24-year-old Patrick Davis was arrested on preliminary charges of aggravated unlawful use of a weapon, resisting police, possession of a firearm without a valid FOID card and unlawful possession of cannabis.
La Salle Shooting Victim In Stable Condition
The search for witnesses and more information continues in regards to a Sunday morning shooting in downtown La Salle. A 25-year-old Ottawa man was shot once in the chest at around 1:30 Sunday morning on Tonti Street, near Doc's Pub. A La Salle detective tells 103.9 WLPO that the shooting victim was eventually taken to OSF in Peoria where he was listed in stable condition as of Monday afternoon.
'We did it': Longtime runner-up finally wins annual Peoria TT motorcycle race
PEORIA — Briar Bauman left his history behind him, along with JD Beach and the rest of the field Sunday in the 77th World Famous SC2 Peoria TT race, presented by Backroads Saloon at Peoria Motorcycle Club Race Park. Sunday's rematch between the two — in which one of the sports brightest stars,...
Kathleen Lorenz announces run for Normal mayor in 2025
Another Normal Town Council member will challenge Mayor Chris Koos in the 2025 election. Kathleen Lorenz announced Monday she plans to run for mayor in the April 1 election. Lorenz is currently in her third term on the town council, having first been elected in 2015. In an interview with...
Man accused of firing handgun in Downtown Peoria
PEORIA (25News Now) - Peoria Police have arrested a Tacoma, Washington man for allegedly firing a handgun early Monday morning in Downtown Peoria. Police said they were called just before 12:40 a.m. to the 500 block of Main Street. While searching the area, police said officers saw a man who matched the description of the suspect who fired the gun.
Streator Fest Slated for Thursday through Sunday
Fun's on the way, as the annual Streator Fest returns Thursday through Sunday at Northpoint Plaza. Each day will feature a fantasy amusement carnival; live music; and food, crafts, and a beer tent. Things get going at 5:00 on Thursday and Friday, and at 1:00 on Saturday and Sunday. The...
Mother of 4-year-old killed by Macomb officer dismayed at lack of charges
Macomb, Ill. (KHQA) — The mother of Terrell Miller, age four, is dismayed at the decision not to criminally charge the Macomb police officer that shot and killed her son. Keianna Miller, the mother of Terrell Miller, age four, is dismayed and disappointed that authorities have declined to criminally charge the Macomb police officer that shot and killed Terrell on March 16, 2024.
Grundy County Land Use collects over 6,000 children's books
Jul. 29—The Grundy County Land Use Department said in a Thursday that residents, school libraries and county employees donated 6,000 gently used children's books during the July children's book drive. The books are collected and distributed to the children in approximately two weeks' time, and each child will have a bag of eight books they can call their own. Bernie's Book Bank started in 2009 ...
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