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Police: Wanted Rochelle man wakes up in his car, flees the scene
ROCHELLE, Ill. (WTVO) — Police arrested Steven Baldwin, 61, for two warrants out for his arrest among other charges. On August 24, around 7:20 a.m., officials were dispatched to the 200 block of Joanne Lane for an unwanted person sleeping in a vehicle. When authorities spoke to Baldwin they determined he had two warrants out […]
Dixon Dukes don’t expect to miss a beat despite graduating 13 talented seniors
DIXON, Ill. (WTVO/WQRF) — If not for the Byron Tigers, the Dixon Dukes would have been the talk of the Big Northern Conference last football season. The Dukes’ only conference loss was to Byron. They finished second in the conference. The Dukes graduated 13 seniors including their starting quarterback, and their top running back, but […]
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.
Young Dakota Indians could make more strides this year and contend for a playoff spot
DAKOTA, Ill. (WTVO/WQRF) — The Dakota Indians are entering their second season with Eric Didesch as their head coach. They’re hoping to leap back into the playoffs this year after missing out last year. It was just before the season opened last year that Didesch was thrust in as the head coach of the Indians. […]
One dead after morning crash
TAZEWELL COUNTY (25News Now) -A man is dead following a car accident Saturday morning. The Tazewell County Coroner’s Office responded to the intersection of Towerline Road and Toboggan Avenue in rural Green Valley for a two-vehicle accident. Police were alerted at 11:16 a.m. of the accident. The victim was...
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...
Winnebago County Board cuts budget for veteran assistance by $500K
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — The Veterans Assistance Commission (VAC) of Winnebago County expressed its concerns over a $500,000 reduction in its 2025 budget, approved by commissioners of the VAC. The new budget reduction is expected to have significant effects on the essential services provided to veterans in the community, including financial assistance, VA claims representation, […]
Rockford City Market attendance numbers on par with previous years
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WIFR) - Thousands of people from in and around Rockford flood the heart of the city for an outdoor summer tradition since 2010 as it enters its last month of Friday festivities. City market runs Fridays from mid-May to the end of September. Despite one cancellation and an...
Rockford Area Weekend: Celebrity Softball Game, Tough Mudder, Picklefest
As summer winds down and the school season looms, this weekend around Rockford offers a perfect backdrop for an unforgettable last weekend of vacation. Maximize Your Last Weekend of Summer in Rockford Before School Starts. Most schools around the Stateline are already back, and this upcoming Wednesday (8/28) Rockford Public...
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...
Walter’s Brothers Harley Davidson, Budweiser, St. Jude Summer Rides Harley Giveaway Is Today!
St Jude Summer Rides has been out qualifying you for that sweet Harley Davidson Low Rider S Custom Harley Davidson from Walter’s Brother’s Harley Davidson all Summer, and NOW, Walter’s Brothers is giving away the Harley, for the kids of St. Jude! TODAY, August 24th, is the big day at Walters Bros! Gates open at 4pm, the band ‘2nd Chance’ takes the stage from 5pm-9pm, and Walter’s Bros. will be taking 25 Last Chance Qualifiers for the bike giveaway! Enjoy ice cold BUDWEISER products, Alwan and Sons will be grilling awesome food, plus serving up soft drinks, Lemonade Shake Ups, with or without the Tito’s Handmade Vodka are available! $20 DONATION at gate, kids 12 & under FREE with adult – 100% of proceeds goes to St Jude Children’s Hospital! Walters Brother’s Harley Davidson, Budweiser, Brewers Distributing, and St Jude Summer Rides…giving you a reason to ride all Summer Long!!
Hot Diggity Dog, Wienermobile spotted in Bloomington-Normal
BLOOMINGTON-NORMAL, Ill. (WMBD) — The Oscar Mayer Wienermobile was spotted at different Jewel-Osco’s in the twin cities. The Wienermobile was designed by Oscar Mayer’s nephew Carl Mayer in 1936. Now there are six Wienermobiles traveling across the U.S. year-round. People took turns taking pictures with the popular...
Bradley men’s/women’s non-conference games include trips to Florida
PEORIA, Ill. – Bradley men’s and women’s basketball recently released their non-conference schedules for the 2024-25 season. The schedules are highlighted by each team making trips to Florida. The Bradley men will take part in the Myrtle Beach Invitational Dec. 21-14. The eight-team Multi-Team Event (MTE) guarantees...
Bloomington businesses do rehab work with federal ARPA funding
The city of Bloomington has awarded grants to more than three dozen small businesses for various rehabilitation projects. The money comes from the federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). The city got $13.4 million from the COVID relief bill. Most of the 38 business locations that received funding are downtown.
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.
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.
CDC urges Americans to prepare for respiratory virus season
ROCKFORD, Ill. (WTVO) — The CDC is asking Americans to prepare for the fall and winter flu season. The CDC said COVID, the flu and RSV are still responsible for many fall and winter hospitalizations, some leading to death. The CDC is offering tips on preventing severe illnesses for you and your family. “CDC recommends […]
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