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‘Equity, equality and parity': Illinois' road to reparations explained
In early 2022, Illinois became the second of three U.S. states to establish a commission to provide reparations for African American descendants of slavery. Through subsequent board meetings, public hearings and oversight from Gov. J.B. Pritzker, the goals of the group, titled Illinois' African Descent-Citizens Reparations Commission (ADCRC), are starting to take shape.
Tanners Orchard opening on Monday
SPEER, Ill. (WMBD) — Tanners Orchard is gearing up for their 77th season starting on July 29. According to a news release from 309 Marketing, guests can expect returning activities including wagon rides, apple picking, corn mazes, and shopping for freshly baked treats at the Apple Bin Bakery. “We...
NWS confirms 2 more tornadoes from the July 15th derecho
A continuous review of satellite and radar data has identified 2 more tornado tracks from the derecho resulting in 9 tornadoes that night. One tornado occurred southwest of Cazenovia in Woodford County.
Warehouse District restaurant receives liquor license
You can choose to have a chicken sandwich and a beer at Peoria's newest dining addition to the Warehouse District. Pop-Up Chicken Shop was unanimously approved a liquor license Tuesday by the Peoria City Council. The Bloomington-based restaurant opened at 800 SW Adams Street in Peoria in June. ...
Morris Police Officer Markusic Named Finalist For Illinois Officer of the Year
A Morris Police Officer was recently honored as a state finalist. Morris Police Officer Derek Zumbahlen was in our studios on Friday talking about Officer Sarah Markusic receiving nominations for Illinois Officer of the Year. Your browser does not support the audio element. Morris Police Chief Alices Steffes said Officer...
Dunlap girls soccer hosts annual alumni game to raise money for Tessa Sutton Foundation
DUNLAP, Illinois (WMBD) – Dunlap girls soccer welcomed back several former players Friday evening as they also raised money for a good cause with their annual alumni game. Participants brought entrance fees along with coach Peter Cenek selling old game jerseys. All proceeds go toward the Tessa Sutton Foundation, named for the late Dunlap player who passed away from cancer in 2023.
Pekin ordinance aims to end camping on public property, police chief looking to help those who are homeless
PEKIN, Ill. – The city of Pekin is looking to address homelessness in the city. The City Council on Monday passed an ordinance that would ban camping on public property and leaving personal items out to see. Police Chief Seth Ranney says while the city is not overwhelmed, the...
This fall at the Y: Before & After school programs, soccer and more
Are you a parent or guardian looking for a safe and happy place for your child to be while you are at work or attending school? The Knox County YMCA offers a Before & After School program in conjunction with elementary and middle schools in Galesburg and Knoxville. Erica Lawson,...
New stores coming to the Shoppes at Grand Prairie
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Three new stores will open at the Shoppes at Grand Prairie on Saturday, with a fourth set to open in the coming months. GKB Candle, Zenchi Jewelry, and Leah and Mack will have their grand openings Saturday, while Wishing Star Boutique by Tabatha will open in the next few months. This is according to General Manager Megan Otto.
Peoria City Soccer in national final four after claiming Central Conference championship
PEORIA, Ill. – Luke Persenico now owns, as of Friday night, the most significant goal in the history of Peoria City Soccer. His 62nd minute winner gave the Carp a 1-0 win over Flint City at Shea Stadium in the USL 2 Central Conference Championship game. “I can’t be...
Metamora senior linebacker commits to play football at Western Illinois
PEORIA — Metamora linebacker Cam Nickel has a final prep season ahead of him, but he also knows where he'll play college football in the future. Nickel verbally committed to Western Illinois on Friday night. ...
18-year-old Declan Bender is ready to soar at SC2 Peoria TT Race
PEORIA (25News Now) - Declan Bender is chasing his dream--one dirt track at a time. Bender, from Cooksville, Illinois, will be the youngest competitor in the SC2 Peoria TT Race Sunday. He loves the thrill of the jump at Peoria Motorcycle Club and the chase for the win at one of America’s most historic motorcycle racing venues.
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