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“My dad gave me $20 and told me good luck.” Brian Wardle talks about oldest daughter moving to college
PEORIA, Illinois (WMBD) – Over his tenure with the Bradley Braves, coach Brian Wardle has seen dozens of athletes move in. Now he experienced it as a parent. His oldest daughter Mya has settled into Eastern Kentucky University to play basketball. He had to be out recruiting for the...
While ‘Red, White, & BOOM!’ sees large turnout, there’s virtually no trace left Friday
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — A fireworks spectacle was seen all up and down the Peoria Riverfront last night, celebrating the Fourth of July. Up to 200,000 people showed up on both sides of the river to watch the Choose Greater Peoria Red, White and BOOM!, which promoters say ranks in the top 2% of Illinois fireworks shows.
Tri-state area battles rising Mississippi River, level threaten July 4th tourism
QUINCY, Ill. (KHQA) — In the tri-state area, communities along the Mississippi River are grappling with elevated water levels, resulting in widespread flooding. In Canton, the town has had to raise its floodgates and close several roads. Canton Mayor Terry Fretwell says the flooding has hit the town hard.
Urbana doctor explains the rise in at-risk ZIP codes for lead exposure
URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) — The Illinois Department of Public Health is casting a wider net for possible at-risk children when it comes to lead throughout Central Illinois. One Urbana doctor says not to panic, but to be aware of what this means for young children in the areas at risk. As of Monday, IDPH added […]
McLean County Board candidate drops out of race
BLOOMINGTON (25News Now) - The 10th District of the McLean County Board, covering the far east side of Bloomington-Normal, has one less candidate running for the position. On Friday, Republican candidate Ross Webb announced he is withdrawing his candidacy for the open spot. The news comes after Webb revealed he is pursuing a different job outside the county.
Pekin unearths time capsule from the 1970s
PEKIN, Ill. (WMBD) — The city of Pekin went back in time yesterday, by opening up a time capsule that was buried in 1977. The time capsule sat seven feet underground at City Hall. Officials say they actually unearthed the time capsule in May, but most of the contents were wet, so they needed to dry before yesterday’s viewing.
Gun found in vehicle in downtown Peoria leads to arrests early Friday morning
PEORIA, Ill. – Two men were arrested after a firearm was found early Friday in an unoccupied vehicle in downtown Peoria. Police say a Glock handgun was reportedly seen by officers in the vehicle during a patrol in the area of Jefferson and Harrison just before 3:15 A.M. Officers...
UPDATE: 8-year-old killed in crash remembered for his contagious laugh
McLEAN COUNTY (25News Now) - A Bloomington family has created a GoFundMe page on Friday asking for donations to help pay for the costs of 8-year-old Raymundo Bucio Flores’s funeral. Raymundo died Wednesday night after suffering multiple blunt force injuries from being involved in a multi-vehicle car crash, according...
Illinois man dies of injuries after fireworks accident, police say
A LaSalle County man died early Friday morning after sustaining injuries in a fireworks accident. The LaSalle County Sheriff's Office said that at 12:26 a.m., they were called to 3073 East 12th Road in between LaSalle and Ottawa after receiving a report of an incident involving illegal fireworks. A 25-year-old man was found injured at the scene and transported to OSF Healthcare St. Elizabeth Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.
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...
BCA investigating use of force incident after gunfire exchange in Bloomington
The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) is investigating a use-of-force incident early Friday morning in Bloomington. According to the Bloomington Police Department (BPD), officers from the Richfield Police Department responded to a suicide threat at a residence on the 8700 block of 12th Avenue South in Bloomington. Bloomfield police...
TV Cameras Caught Poor Kid Getting Smacked In The Junk By His Sister During “Take Me Out To The Ballgame” At Cubs-Phillies Game
One young Chicago Cubs fan felt the pain during this historic day. On the Fourth of July, many Major League Baseball teams were in action, trying to deliver a win to their home fans before they set out to barbeque. The Chicago Cubs were one of them who welcomed the...
Steven Kwan homers, takes over as majors' leading hitter as Guardians roll over White Sox 8-4
CLEVELAND -- All-Star Steven Kwan homered, went 3 for 4 with two RBIs and officially took over as the majors' leading hitter while sending the Cleveland Guardians to an 8-4 win over the Chicago White Sox on Thursday. Kwan connected for his eighth homer leading off the third inning against...
Illinois Residents Getting Sick Because of a Dangerous Parasite
If you've been feeling sick over the past couple of months, it may be due to a parasite that typically causes more illnesses in the summer months. According to the Centers for Disease Control, they're investigating an "outbreak linked to a food source" which causes a diarrheal illness reportedly due to a parasite called Cyclospora cayetanensis, or cyclosporiasis.
Drew Baldridge announced as entertainment for Farm Bureau Annual Meeting
CHICAGO, IL (RFD RADIO NETWORK) — Entertainment lined up for the Illinois Farm Bureau Annual Meeting later this year. Meet singer/songwriter Drew Baldridge. The Illinois Farm Bureau Annual Meeting is Dec. 7-10 at the Palmer House in Chicago.
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