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Quincy adds seat belt ordinance, fine set at $75
QUINCY, IL (KHQA) — At Quincy City Council on Monday, August 19, a new seat belt ordinance was approved. It will now be a notice of violation, meaning a $75 fine. According to Deputy Chief of Operations Michael Tyler, the fine used to be even higher. "Eventually went up...
Springfield, Chatham receive a state grant to build more pickle-ball courts
Republicans and Democrats don’t always agree on the issues. However, when it came to bolstering a growing sport in the Capital City, members from each party worked together. It's a sport gaining popularity in Capital City -- let alone the country. “I used to know all of the players...
Springfield and Decatur hospitals honored for excellence in stroke care
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WICS) — The American Heart Association has recognized Springfield Memorial Hospital and Decatur Memorial Hospital for high-quality stroke care. The AHA awarded Springfield Memorial Hospital the Gold Plus, Honor Roll Elite and Stroke Advanced Therapy awards, while Decatur Memorial Hospital was again recognized with the Gold Plus award and named to the Get With The Guidelines - Stroke Honor Roll.
'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...
Boot Camp: Elmwood-Brimfield ready to extend last year’s winning streak
ELMWOOD, Ill. (WMBD/WYZZ) — The Elmwood-Brimfield Trojans didn’t make the playoffs last year but were happy with the way the season ended. The Trojans closed 2023 on a three-game winning streak and hope to carry that momentum into the 2024 season. They have a right to be excited. Coach Todd Hollis says he has 59 […]
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...
Rochester Hosts Belleville West for Week Zero Scrimmage
The Rockets hosted Belleville West for a scrimmage on Friday Night. All three levels, Freshman, JV and Varsity got a chance to compete under the Rochester lights. Featured are the highlights and sights from around Rocket Booster Stadium.
New hotel approved in downtown Mason City
(ABC 6 News)- The River City just keeps on growing. This time in the hospitality arena as the city just approved a proposal that will not only bring another play to stay for visitors, but will also bring even more opportunities for local businesses. “We can definitely use the extra...
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.
Pekin’s annual Marigold Medallion Hunt begins ahead of the festival
PEKIN (25News Now) - As the City of Pekin prepares for its annual Marigold Festival, another yearly tradition is underway. This is the 47th year for the Marigold Medallion Hunt. Each year before the festival, a medallion is hidden somewhere on public property within the city’s limits. Residents are given clues each day and have to put their detective skills to the test.
Locally owned Tazewell County coffee company closing one of its locations
With "sincere gratitude" and "the heaviest of hearts," the owners of Eli's Coffee Shop have announced the closure of their Mackinaw location. The final day of service will be Sept. 6. The company announced the closure in a Friday Facebook post. In a statement on the company's website, owners Rachel and Weston Berchtold...
City of Macomb establishing a remediation plan for lead water lines
MACOMB, Ill. (KHQA) — The city of Macomb conducted a survey last summer to get to the bottom of aging lead pipelines in the city. The survey is due to an environmental protection agency ordinance that requires a remediation plan by 2027. The city partnered with students from Western...
The Entire Internet Is Thirsting Over ESPN Host Courtney Cronin After She Caused A Stir In Her Short Black Skirt
Courtney Cronin might not be as well known as other reporters on ESPN, but she surely made a name for herself during a recent post of hers on social media. Cronin has been working for ESPN since August 2017 and covered the Minnesota Vikings for several years before moving to the Windy City to report on the Chicago Bears.
Missouri’s biggest hospital system expands autism services
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KFVS) - Thousands of Missouri families are dealing with the day-to-day challenges of Autism, and now Missouri’s biggest hospital system is expanding its resources for autism and other neurodevelopmental disorders. MU Health’s new Thompson Center for Autism and Neurodevelopment is slated to open in early 2026. Friday,...
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.
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