Tiskilwa
LATEST NEWS
Washington celebrates being Illinois’ 30th dementia-friendly community
WASHINGTON (25News Now) - A kick-off event in Washington celebrated the city becoming the 30th dementia-friendly community in Illinois. The event was held at Crossroads Global Methodist Church, located at 1420 N Main Street from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. The city is working with Dementia Friendly America, the Alzheimer’s...
Rockford unemployment rate rises slightly as jobs decrease
ILLINOIS (WIFR) - New unemployment numbers from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Illinois Department of Employment Security show the unemployment rate increasing in all of Illinois’ 14 metropolitan areas. Since June 2023, the Rockford-area unemployment rate increased by .5 percent from 6.2 to 6.7 percent. Data...
OSF Expands Ortho to Peru
As part of their continued "strategic expansion", OSF Healthcare is bringing Orthopedic Services to Peru. OSF's new Peru Orthopedic office opens Monday July 29th, and will be home to two surgeons Illinois Valley residents will likely remember, Doctors Connor Kasik and Robert Mitchell. Dawn Trompeter, president of OSF St. Elizabeth, says they “are excited to bring orthopedic services back to the Illinois Valley”, and that “this office addition reflects their commitment to providing exceptional healthcare services to more communities, and ensuring that patients receive the specialized care they need without having to travel long distances.” The new OSF Orthopedic office will be across from St. Elizabeth Hospital in Peru in Medical Office Building A.
Prom party shooting suspect arrested in connection to death of Peoria High basketball star
An 18-year-old male was arrested Thursday in connection with the fatal shooting of former Peoria High School basketball player MikeQuese Taylor. Officers responded to the Peoria County Jail on Thursday and arrested Korion B. Hopkins on the preliminary charge of first-degree murder, according to the Peoria Police Department. He is the second person arrested in connection with the case. ...
Deere and Company Begin Laying Off Salaried Employees
(Moline, IL) -- Deere and Company has begun laying off salaried employees. A statement from the company sent to WQAD News 8 does not specify the number of employees affected or the locations impacted. The company says a reduction in product demand and increased operational costs at John Deere have...
'Pink mold' and undated food: The best and worst Peoria food inspections for June 2024
The Peoria City/County Health Department conducts food inspections for a wide range of establishments in the area. Inspections look for issues that could contribute to the spread of foodborne illness, as well as general cleanliness and maintenance of the establishment. The Journal Star examined routine inspections which took place in...
New playground in Peoria is nearing completion
The new playground at Glen Oak Park is nearing completion. Public use of the new Tricentennial Playground at Glen Oak Park will likely begin in mid-August or later that month, according to Emily Cahill, Peoria Park District executive director. ...
Downtown Peoria apartment building opens its doors
PEORIA (25News Now) - Peoria’s Downtown Development Corporation held a ceremonial ribbon cutting Wednesday for a historic building being converted into apartments at Adams and Oak. The building dates back to 1914. It was purchased by Baldovin Development Company in 2019. The company announced the renovations in 2020. Four...
Ottawa Commissioner Says OSF's Enhanced Hospital Plan Is Still "Not Adequate"
An enhanced plan for a new hospital in Ottawa isn't enough to satisfy one major decision maker. Last week, OSF HealthCare announced plans to add eight additional medical/surgical beds and an additional procedure room to their proposed new hospital in Ottawa. At the same time OSF asked a state board to delay their permit application to give the city of Ottawa time to ponder their enhanced plan.
Eastern Iowa Weekend Weather: Rain and Clouds Expected by Sunday
Davenport, IA – Eastern Iowa residents can expect a warm and increasingly humid weekend with rain showers anticipated by Sunday. According to the US National Weather Service in the Quad Cities, temperatures will be in the mid-80s through Friday and Saturday, with a gradual increase in cloud cover. Friday...
Restaurant inspection update: Mold, green slime and ‘raw turkey tails’
Iowa restaurants and stores have been cited for hundreds of food-safety violations in recent weeks, including a Clayton County eatery cited for long-expired juice and milk, moldy cheese and an ice dispenser with green slime growing in it. “Employees on site could not answer basic questions regarding food establishment operations,” a state inspector reported during […]
Iowa: Revenues down but still good at Catfish Bend Casino for 2024, GM says
Iowa: Revenues down but still good at Catfish Bend Casino for 2024, GM says. Catfish Bend Casino revenues for 2024 are down compared to last year, but members of the Southeast Iowa Regional Riverboat Commission (SIRRC) learned during their meeting Tuesday afternoon that the dip in revenues doesn’t mean the business is doing poorly.
American Pickers’ Frank Fritz relies on ‘long-term nursing care’ after stroke as conservator demands access to his funds
AMERICAN Pickers star Frank Fritz has been relying on “skilled nursing care” that will be “long-term” two years after he suffered a debilitating stroke. Frank, 60, has been under a conservatorship and guardianship since he suffered a stroke at his Le Claire, Iowa home in July 2022, as he has been in and out of the hospital and rehabilitation.
Hot-hitting Bay County downs two Illinois foes in Pony League North Zone
BAY CITY, MI – Bay County is doing its best to be a gracious host for the Pony League North Zone tournament. But that ends when the game starts. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to our User Agreement and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and/or stored by us and social media and other third-party partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.