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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, […]
'Own private country club': $1.6 million home features 20-acre wooded lot
Upscale real estate inventory in Tazewell County has increased in 2024, if the number of $1 million homes for sale are any indication. This two-story home just outside Morton was custom-built in 2006, located on more than 20 acres at 4851 Sheridan Road in Groveland. The property is listed at $1.595 million after...
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...
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...
West Nile Virus Detected in Morris
Mosquitoes in Morris, Illinois, have tested positive for West Nile Virus, the Grundy County Health Department reports. These are the first positive cases in the county this year, with mosquitoes collected in mid-August. As summer ends, residents are urged to continue precautions against mosquito-borne viruses. Recommendations include avoiding outdoor activities...
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...
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...
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.
First guests rave about Crave: New Rockford restaurant serves ‘masterpieces on plates’
ROCKFORD — A new restaurant from the mother-and-daughter duo of Angela and Ava Vitale offers an upscale culinary experience inside a casual, high-energy atmosphere. That’s how some of the first guests have described Crave kitchen and cocktails, which marks its grand opening Friday at 3801 N. Perryville Road inside the completely overhauled former Camera Craft space.
A breakdown of the WIU layoffs by department
This month’s layoffs at Western Illinois University affected departments across the campus, though some were hit harder than others. The administration provided the information through a Freedom of Information Act request filed by Community News Brief, which shared the details with TSPR. Unit A (Tenured and tenure-track) Faculty --...
Concept plan approved for 160 acre - 656 unit Oswego housing development
Housing developers continue to use a concept plan approach before the Oswego Village Board. At this week’s meeting, Carrie Hansen of Schoppe Design Associates, explained the reason. Of the 160 acres near the southwest intersection of Route 30 and Wolf’s Crossing, 81.9 acres will be for residential featuring 125...
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.
PCCEO looking to fill teaching vacancies for its Early Head Start program
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — PCCEO, or Peoria Citizens Committee for Economic Opportunity, is searching for qualified teachers to fill its Early Head Start program, specifically for children from the ages of 3 to 5. The Early Head Start program concentrates on enhancing child development and supports families during the...
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 […]
Medical waste scattered through Knoxville in Peoria
PEORIA (25News Now) - Peoria Public Works had their hands full Friday afternoon when trash from a medical facility was sprinkled throughout Knoxville Avenue. According to Peoria Public Works spokesperson Nick McMillion, at about noon, the department started receiving calls about the trash dispersed on Knoxville between War Memorial and Nebraska.
City: Clouded water seen in Sugar Creek came from paint spill
Clouded, white water seen in a portion of Sugar Creek running through Bloomington on Thursday was the byproduct of a paint spill, according to city officials. Multiple Bloomington agencies, including the fire department, public works and engineering, responded to an area between G.E. Road and Gill Street on Thursday evening following a report of a substance in Sugar Creek.
La Salle County Nursing Home, Arc of Streator Hit with Significant State Fines in Q2
Some long-term-care facilities in Starved Rock Country have landed on a list they don't want to be on. The La Salle County Nursing Home, and Arc of Streator, have each been hit with fines of $25,000 by the Illinois Department of Public Health. The state agency has issued its most recent quarterly report, and says a number of homes join the facilities in violating the Nursing Home Care Act. The county home and Arc of Streator were specifically cited for falling short in a number of areas, including following comprehensive resident care plans, having written policies and procedures governing all services provided by the facility, and keeping the facility free of accident hazards whenever possible. Other area facilities were hit with fines, too. Sandwich Rehab has been fined $7,100. Pleasant View Lutheran Home in Ottawa owes $2,200 in fines from the second quarter, as does Arcadia Care of Morris.
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