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One person arrested after deadly shooting in Downtown Peoria
PEORIA — A man shot in the face in Downtown Peoria early Friday morning is dead and another man has been arrested, according to Peoria police. Lacorlis T. Edwards, 40, of Peoria turned himself in to the Peoria Police Department on Friday afternoon after the shooting on Main Street, according to a late Friday night release from Peoria police spokesperson Semone Roth. Edwards has been charged with first-degree murder and unlawful possession of a...
Photo Gallery: Exotic Petting Zoo
Have you ever seen an albino kangaroo? Pet a skunk? Held a tarantula? Students in Hall Council gave Braves the ultimate opportunity on Sunday by bringing Wild Times Exotics, a company that educates and trains people on different animals, to campus.
Celebrate Founder's Day at Glen Oak Park
Looking for something fun to do with the family next weekend? Look no further! Come out to Glen Oak Park on September 7th from 2-7 pm to celebrate 130 years of the Peoria Park District in style! This milestone event promises to be packed with entertainment, activities, and plenty of good vibes. Best of all, most of the activities are FREE, so bring the whole crew and soak in the fun!
PeoriaCorps Recognizes Fall Graduates of Green Infrastructure Program
August 30, 2024 (Peoria, IL) PeoriaCorps staff, in coordination with Serve IL and AmeriCorps State and National, recognized two graduates of the 10th cohort to complete the program on Friday. This fall’s graduating AmeriCorps members, Joshua Bierman and Semaj Wright, have had the opportunity throughout their term of service to...
Awards ceremony highlights local small businesses
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — The 6th annual Small Business Awards were held at Bradley University Thursday evening, celebrating the work of local businesses and those who support them. Awards included startup of the year, rural business of the year, and community partner of the year. Winners were chosen by...
Eagles earn a split in CEFCU double-header
PEORIA, Ill. – University of Southern Indiana Volleyball (1-1) kicked off the 2024 campaign in style at the Renaissance Coliseum on Friday morning winning three-straight sets (19-25, 25-23, 25-20, 25-23) against the University of St. Thomas, 3-1. The Screaming Eagles finished the day with a narrow loss to a high-powered Depaul University, 3-2 (23-25, 25-21, 15-25, 25-22, 10-15) to open the season at the CEFCU Invitational, hosted by Bradley University.
Soccer Season Preview: The beginning of the Regan era on the Hilltop
An hour before the last game of Bradley’s 2023 season, former head coach Jim DeRose revealed to his players that his storied career was ending. Despite the news, the players settled their emotions and played their hearts out one last time for their coach. “I don’t think any of...
Ironmen set to open season against Richwoods Knights
Community’s 2024 football season kicks off on Friday against the Peoria Richwoods Knights, with the Ironmen aiming to build on last season’s 12-1 record and best postseason finish since 2007. Despite graduating most of last season’s defensive starters, head coach Mr. Jason Drengwitz said, the Iron aren’t dwelling...
Far from the Paralympics in Paris, these local para-athletes compete for more than just the thrill of victory
PEORIA (25News Now) - The world’s best Paralympic athletes are in the spotlight competing for gold medals in Paris, but at the Heart of Illinois Special Recreation Association (HISRA), flag football players are in it for the fun. This year is the first year HISRA has offered flag football...
25 Sports Tour- Limestone Rockets
PEORIA (25News Now) -The Rockets want to change their recent history and move up in the Mid-Illini standings. 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.
Local health watchers explain how dangerous human parvovirus B19 can be
PEORIA (25News Now) -The CDC is warning people about human parvovirus activity in the United States, and local health organizations are staying ahead of it. Human parvovirus B19 is a respiratory infection with flu-like symptoms such as fever, headache, cough, sore throat, and a rash on the face in kids with a “slapped cheek” look.
Tazewell County Board votes no for solar farm, but a state law could reverse the decision
PEKIN (25News Now) - The Tazewell County Board denied a special use request for a solar farm project in Morton on Wednesday, but some board members believe a state law requires them to accept it. The board voted 10-to-8 against the request to build the solar farm on a 52-acre...
Men’s Soccer Kicks Off With Shutout
The Benedictine University men’s soccer team opened 2024 by shutting out Eureka on the road. The team controlled the first half, holding a 12-1 advantage in shots but managed just one goal on a tally from Berto Castillo in the 30 minute. Castillo set up Manny Casillas in the 58th minute and Benedictine closed out the win with a 79th minute marker from Chris Reynoso . Benedictine posted 16 shots in the win. Jordan Rolon made seven saves in the blank sheet. Benedictine opens the home schedule on Sunday night at 5pm against North Park.
Large, boozy 'pop-up' parties cause disruptions at multiple parks in Normal
Several public parks in Normal have been trashed in recent weeks following large, disruptive parties as students have returned to campus. Town staff confirmed five “problematic situations” at its parks since Aug. 15. The parties have been at Ironwood, Anderson, Underwood and Maxwell parks. Brad Park, community resources...
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