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Pekin Police release information about SWAT situation
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Boot Camp: Pekin hungry after missing 2023 playoffs
PEKIN, Ill. (WMBD/WYZZ) — Pekin football coach Doug Nutter calls this year’s football team one of the strongest he’s coached in his 16 years with the Dragons. He says they were motivated to get into the weight room after last season ended without a trip to the playoffs. And he’s not alone in that line […]
Unauthorized Look Inside Abandoned Bum’s Castle In Illinois
WARNING: Under no circumstances should you enter this property. By doing so you risk bodily harm and/or prosecution for trespassing on private property. Sometimes when I see an unusual landmark in Illinois, the first thing that comes to mind is wanting to see what's inside and in this case, that opportunity is actually available.
Central Illinois football players excited for 1st day in full pads
PEORIA, Illinois (WMBD) – Saturday was the first full-contact practice for Central Illinois high school football players. Months of off-season and summer workouts in shorts. They put the helmets on Monday, shoulder pads earlier this week, but Saturday morning finally able to fully tackle in practice. And as you...
Dry and seasonably cool conditions ahead
PEORIA (25News Now) - Expect mostly dry weather through next week, with the exception of a few isolated showers this evening and Sunday afternoon. Daytime temperatures will remain below average in the upper 70s low 80s, providing a break from the usual summer heat. Nights will be cool, so you might want to keep an extra layer handy.
Garcia Delivers Three RBI in Rattlers Win
Eduardo Garcia drove in three runs, including a two-out, two-run double, to lead the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers to an 8-1 win over the Peoria Chiefs in the conclusion of Friday’s suspended game at Neuroscience Group Field. The win was the third started for Wisconsin. The Timber Rattlers (70-41 overall,...
This Bear Tried to Break into Scott Air Force Base in Illinois
I had no idea that black bears had military aspirations, but that's apparently the case for one of these creatures currently touring Illinois as he reportedly tried to break into Scott Air Force Base. It's no secret that bears have suddenly become a common sight in southern Illinois as there...
Former rescue dog reunites with the woman who saved his life
PEORIA (25News Now) -In August of 2023, Sara Cruse found a pitbull formerly named Nugget lying in her backyard and described him as nothing but “skin and bones”. A year later, she reunites with him and meets the family who adopted him. She reported the dirt and fleas-covered...
1 dead, others injured after crash near Galva Friday
GALVA, Ill. (KWQC) - One person is dead and others are injured after a crash just north of Galva Friday afternoon. At around 3:15 p.m., the Henry County Sheriff’s Office said deputies responded to the intersection of County Highway 5 and North 500th Avenue in rural Galva for a two-vehicle crash.
Bradley University freshmen move in and begin their college journeys
Brace Yourself, Illinois – Farmers Almanac Predicts Brutal Winter
What else would you expect really? It's not like Illinois isn't accustomed to winters with a lot of snow and cold conditions, but the new Farmer's Almanac prediction says the upcoming winter will be brutal for Illinois in particular. I will say that there's a part of me that feels...
From pursuing her nursing degree to having her own apartment, this freshman is ready for Bradley University
PEORIA (25News Now) -Many freshmen are leaving the nest of their childhood homes and will begin their college journies as Bradley University’s move-in process began Friday, Aug. 16, and will go through Sunday, Aug. 17. Incoming freshman, Ava Brinkman traveled from western Illinois with her parents to move into...
Finalists And Winner Of 2024 Governor’s Hometown Awards Announced
The Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) and the Serve Illinois Commission on Volunteerism and Community Service (Serve Illinois) announced the 2024 Governor’s Hometown Award finalists and Governor’s Cup winner yesterday at a ceremony in Springfield. . “Nowhere will you find a more compassionate and community-driven spirit than...
Many jeep owners help kids fight cancer through a fundraiser raising over $130,000
NORTH PEKIN (25News Now) - It’s back and bigger than ever for the fifth year, 196 jeep owners cruised around central Illinois to raise money for St. Jude for the Jeep Creep. Drivers registered to ride from the Uftring Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram dealership in North Pekin to various locations in central Illinois on a circle tour throughout the afternoon.
Ameren Outage Map: More than 1,200 customers without power in East Peoria
EAST PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — According to the Ameren Illinois outage map, more than 1,200 customers are without power In East Peoria. The nature of the outage wasn’t listed on the map nor was there an estimate for when power would be restored. The outage, which started 8:47...
Food Truck Experts Claim This is By Far the Best One in Illinois
The world needs more food trucks. Illinois is fortunate to already have some great ones, but there is one that apparently rises above the rest according to food truck experts. It looks like this is a brand new ranking just shared this month by Best Food Trucks. They list what they believe are the 10 best food trucks in Illinois and this is the one that they have at #1. They specialize in this delicious food called arepas.
2 Popular Illinois Christmas Events Have Been Canceled For 2024
Some families in Illinois will be disappointed this Christmas because a pair of their annual traditions have been canceled for 2024. The majority of people who live in Illinois usually have holiday traditions with family and friends. It's something they do every year and of course, they look forward to it too. I would consider it an important part of their Christmas.
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