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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 --...
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...
Peoria leaders worry state pension requirement will drain city finances
PEORIA (25News Now) - The City of Peoria is not on track to meet the state’s requirement of being fully funded in pensions for police and firefighters, forcing leaders to consider raising taxes. Illinois law states municipal cities, like Peoria, must have both fire and police pensions 90% funded...
One injured after Friday night shooting
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — A 17-year-old was taken to a local hospital after a shooting in Peoria on Friday. According to Peoria Police spokeswoman Semone Roth, officers were dispatched on a report of a person being shot at approximately 9:49 p.m. When officers arrived, they learned a teen was transported to a local hospital with a gunshot wound to the chest.
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...
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.
Burlington Police arrest man following investigation
Burlington, IA- The Burlington Police Department has announced the arrest of a man on multiple charges. According to a news release, on August 13th, Burlington Police Officers responded to a theft in progress on the property of Ferguson Plumbing. When officers arrived on scene, the suspects fled on foot. Officers...
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.
25 Sports Tour- Bloomington Central Catholic
PEORIA (25News Now) -The Bloomington Central Catholic Saints bring back lots of experience and talent from last year’s undefeated Illini Prairie Conference champs. You can watch 25News - any newscast, anywhere - streaming LIVE on 25NewsNow.com, our 25News mobile app, and on our WEEK 25News SmartTV streaming app. Learn more about how you can get connected to 25News streaming live news here.
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...
1979 – Sycamore’s FASTRAK Go Captured by Iowan Connolly
John Connolly won the FASTRAK III late model feature at Sycamore Speedway. Miss FASTRAK Sheryl Ingersoll presents the huge trophy to Connolly. - Marty Lemmerman Photo. Sycamore, Ill. (August 23, 1979) – Ageless John Connolly of Delhi, Iowa, captured the 50-lap late model FASTRAK Clay Classic III feature at Sycamore Speedway on Thursday night. The victory was worth $1,000 to Connolly.
Car crash kills 1, injures 2 in Muscatine Friday, police say
MUSCATINE, Iowa (KWQC) - A car crash in Muscatine killed 1 person and injured 2 others Friday evening, according to Iowa State Patrol. Police say a 2024 Nissan Rogue was traveling south on Taylor Avenue and failed to stop at a stop sign when entering Hwy 61. A 2021 Dodge Durango was unable to stop in time, striking the Rogue.
Illinois State Horseshoe Tournament hosted by Danville Horseshoe Club
DANVILLE, IL (Chambana Today) – The Danville Horseshoe Club will host the 2024 Illinois State Horseshoe Tournament at the Douglas Park Horseshoe Complex, located at 520 S. Bowman in Danville. The event will take place over Labor Day weekend, Friday, August 30 through Sunday, September 1. A total of...
Farmtruck and AZN Burnout In The 97X Truck
This morning, television and YouTube sensations Farmtruck and AZN stopped by the Rock 'N Roll Mansion to talk about their appearance at the World Series of Drag Racing at Cordova this weekend. One of the first things they said, is that they could do a burnout in anything. So, we...
Man found dead from shooting in downtown Davenport
DAVENPORT, Iowa — Update: Shortly after 5 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 24, Davenport police officials identified 23-year-old Mason Payne of Moline as the victim in this case. One man is dead after a shooting in downtown Davenport just after midnight on Saturday, Aug. 24. Davenport Police, Fire, and Medic...
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