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Petraeus touts book release during Peoria visit
During what was billed as a fireside chat followed by a book signing, former CIA director and retired U.S. Army General David Petraeus kept a large Peoria-area audience in rapt attention with tales of international conflict and his leadership roles during the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. Patraeus, now 71 and chairman of his own KKR Institute, also offered his opinion on current wars in Israel and Gaza, Ukraine and elsewhere during his Aug. 19 appearance at the Par-a-Dice Hotel and Conference Center.
Every high school football story from Week 1, all in one place
High school football can once again be a part of your Friday routine. Illinois High School Association Friday night lights returned in earnest for Week 1, celebrating the 50th year of the playoffs in the process. A season-long countdown is being held to unveil the top programs in state history. ...
Prep football recap for Aug. 30, 2024
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD/WYZZ) — The first night of the high school football season gave a couple of new coaches their first varsity wins. Peoria High’s Aaron Montgomery won his first game as the Lions beat Champaign Centennial, 56-21. And East Peoria’s Sam Durley won his debut, 28-26, over Springfield Southeast. Scott Godfrey won his first […]
Commonwealth Foundation gives Illinois an 'F' for labor laws
(The Center Square) – A new report says Illinois is failing when it comes to worker freedom. Along with Policy Analyst Andrew Holman, David Osborne, senior fellow of labor policy for the Commonwealth Foundation, authored the report titled, “The Battle for Worker Freedom: Grading State Public Sector Labor Laws.” “Well, I hate to say it. Illinois probably set a new standard for ‘F’,” Osborne said. ...
‘Be Kind’ rally held at Dunlap Valley Middle School
DUNLAP, Ill. (WMBD) — A local middle school was given an energizing start to their morning with a positive message Wednesday. Dunlap Valley Middle School was visited by the Be Kind crew, an organization from Arizona that tours the country talking to kids at different schools about online etiquette.
Big Al's in Peoria stripped of liquor license, will be closed until new owner in place
The city of Peoria has stripped Big Al's of its liquor license and forced the owner to divest from the business after a series of shootings at the nightclub over the past year. Peoria Mayor Rita Ali said in a statement that owner Kenneth Kummerow would divest ownership of the facility and transfer operations to a new owner, who would be subject to city approval and compliance with licensing agreements. The business, which opened in 1974, will...
'He's a special talent': Elite Dunlap football recruit puts on show in Week 1 blowout
DUNLAP — Forget the hype — Mack Sutter is for real. The Dunlap junior showed off his abilities on both sides of the ball as he helped the Eagles cruise to a Week 1 home victory over Galesburg, 48-0. Sutter, the 6-foot-6, 225-pound tight end/linebacker, caught a touchdown pass, then returned an interception...
'Amazing opportunity': Ex-NFL kicker makes Illinois high school coaching debut against Pekin
PEKIN — Robbie Gould had a reason for launching his high school football coaching career, and it wasn't just for kicks. The former Chicago Bears and NFL kicker made his debut as a high school football head coach Friday, bringing his Rolling Meadows team to Memorial Stadium, where host Pekin beat them, 28-14,...
OSF offers sports clinic for athletes during football season
DUNLAP, Ill. (WMBD) — OSF Healthcare is partnering with Great Plains Orthopedics to bring sports medicine to the forefront for Central Illinois athletes. Starting Aug. 31, a new walk-in orthopedic sports injury clinic will be held every weekend from 8 a.m. until noon. They’ll also have a sports injury tent at every Dunlap High School home football game for on-the-field injuries.
¡Somos Peoria! Festival Enlivens the Valley with Grammy-Winning Melodies and Traditional Latin Celebrations
¡Somos Peoria!, the largest Hispanic Heritage Month festivity in the Valley, is gearing up to rock the grounds of Centennial Plaza with a spectacular lineup meant to stir the soul and energize the spirit — all without any heavy pomp of florid prose, just acknowledging the straightforward charm of a community celebrating its rich culture. In a move to accommodate its growing popularity, this year's event on September 28 from 4 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., transforms Peoria City Hall's backyard into a hub of Latin musical excellence, traditional festivities, and mouth-watering cuisine.
New $1.3 million ice plant coming to Peoria Civic Center as part of deal
A new ice plant will be installed at the Peoria Civic Center in the summer of 2026, ending months of uncertainty. The Civic Center Authority Board approved a plan Thursday night that would see $1.3 million go toward the purchase of a new ice plant from Cimco, with plans to install it by the summer 2026, according to Peoria City Councilmember Tim Riggenbach, who is also the council liaison to the Civic Center Board. ...
‘Wall of Silence,’ A Podcast About Abuse in ACNA, Was Silenced. Now, It’s Back.
In April, the Rev. Chris Marchand, an Anglican priest in Peoria, Illinois, launched “Wall of Silence,” a podcast about church abuse and cover-up in the Anglican Church in North America (ACNA). Two months later — at his bishop’s request — the podcast was abruptly suspended. “Yes, the Wall...
Peoria: Remove all private signs from the public right-of-way
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — City Hall on Friday sent out a reminder to people that all private signs – political, yard sale, temporary business, or otherwise – are prohibited in the public right-of-way. Private signs illegally placed in the right-of-way should be removed as soon as possible....
2024 Peoria Walk to Defeat ALS | Good Day Central Illinois
PEORIA, Ill. (WYZZ) — ALS, otherwise known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, affects about 30,000 people in the United States. According to the Mayo Clinic, Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) affects the nervous system; impacting muscle control. Over time, symptoms worsen— making it difficult to walk, talk, swallow, and breathe.
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