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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...
Luck of the Irish found along Peoria’s Riverfront long after St. Patrick’s Day
PEORIA (25News Now) - Peoria’s 43rd annual Irish Fest is underway. Over the years, the event has grown from a Sunday afternoon picnic in 1981 featuring local bagpipers into a busy three-day event. The festival is run by over 400 volunteers, who do everything from assisting musicians to serving...
Girl Scouts of Central Illinois has a new CEO and she’s asking for help to expand the program
PEORIA (25News Now) - The new CEO of Girl Scouts of Central Illinois wants to create all-female spaces, but she says more ladies are needed to make that possible. Jennifer Sedbrook recently began her new role as CEO of Girl Scouts of Central Illinois. Though she never was a Girl...
Paint a Plow program returns to Peoria
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Not too many people have snow on their minds right now, but in preparation for those winter months, you can actually paint your very own Peoria snow plow. Peoria Public Works Paint a Plow program is now open for local students and organizations. You send...
Customers react to sale of Metro Centre
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — A new era for the Metro Centre. On Aug. 12, ownership changed hands for $15.2 million, and customers are hopeful for the future of their beloved shopping plaza. “I hope they revitalize it, make it what it was once before,” said Dave Kaiser, a Metro...
How to keep pets safe in a house fire
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — The best way to look out for your pets during an emergency is to have a pre-arranged plan on how you would keep your animals safe. The biggest tips are, that if it’s not safe for you in the house, it’s not safe for the pets. Have an emergency kit filled with sturdy leashes, harnesses, carriers, food, water, extra bowls, medication and any recent pictures of the animals in the instance they get lost.
Ducks have sold out a day before the 36th Annual Duck Race
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — The ducks have sold out Friday ahead of the 36th annual Duck Race. According to Duck Race’s website, all 35,000 ducks have been sold, which raised an estimated $133,675 to support the Center for Prevention of Abuse. Funds raised by the race will help the center help those who have experienced domestic abuse and human trafficking.
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.
CI Road Trip: Peoria Irish Fest
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Meteorologist Molly Naslund was at the Peoria Irish Fest Friday for our CI Road Trip. Molly said it was sunny at the Riverfront as visitors enjoyed the vendors and activities. Some of the events visitors can look forward to this weekend include the Highland Games...
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 --...
Women's Soccer Falls to Indian Hills
Ottumwa, IA - The Illinois Central College women's soccer team opened the 2024 season with a 3-0 loss to Indian Hills in the Indian Hills Classic on Friday afternoon. The Cougars had eight total shots on goal but could not convert any of them into scores, leading to the loss.
Illinoisans Returning from Funeral Say They Saw a ‘Walking Wolf’
Have you ever seen something strange driving at night in Illinois? If you've ever driven anywhere at night especially in rural Illinois, that's almost certainly a yes. One Illinois couple who were returning from a funeral had a strange experience as they swear they saw what they describe as a 'walking wolf'.
Videos Show Fireball Turn Night into Day Thursday Over Illinois
This was one of the most widely-viewed fireballs of the year so far. Hundreds saw a meteor explode over Illinois and many captured videos of the event that briefly turned night into day over the Land of Lincoln. The American Meteor Society confirms that this fireball appeared over Illinois at...
Many Spot Bizarre Daytime Meteors Exploding Over Illinois & Iowa
You will sometimes see a meteor burn up in the atmosphere over Illinois and Iowa, but you'll rarely see them during the daytime which is exactly what happened early Friday morning. The American Meteor Society documented this widely-seen meteor or meteors that appeared at approximately 6:13am Friday morning over Illinois,...
Urgent Recall of Fudge Sold in Illinois Due to Dangerous Mold
There are few things more disgusting in life than when you grab what you're expecting to be a delicious food item only to learn that it's been taken over by mold. It's more than just annoying and now there's an urgent recall in Illinois due to fudge that has the potential to be a mold monster.
As Fall Arrives Look For These Birds Migrating Through Illinois
We are getting into migration season in the mid-west. If you enjoy birding or just want to be aware, there’s a chance you could spy any of these fowl passing through the area. Ruby Throated Hummingbird Make sure your hummingbird feeders are full and have Coneflowers, Honeysuckle, Columbine, Iris and Aster for a welcoming buffet of nectar. Ten...
Great Value apple juice recalled due to arsenic
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Refresco Beverages US Inc has issued a voluntary recall for Great Value 8oz Apple Juice six packs due to a level of inorganic arsenic above the industry guidelines. According to the enforcement report, the products were sold in multiple states, including Illinois, Indiana and Kentucky. The recalled products have a listed […]
Deadline for Summer EBT fast approaching
The deadline for enrollment for 2024 Summer EBT benefits is Aug. 31. Summer EBT, also known as Sun Bucks, provides families with school-aged children with a one-time benefit of $120 for summer groceries per eligible child. Benefits are benefits distributed on an electronic benefit transfer (EBT) card. “This benefit is...
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