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Thousands in Peoria area still without power after severe storms that included tornado
Ameren Illinois said Wednesday that it was making progress on restoring power to thousands of customers who were in the dark following severe storms Monday night. The company said in a statement that it had restored power to 92,000 customers across the state, with 9,424 outages being reported as of 1 p.m. Several areas in Peoria, Tazewell and Woodford counties remain without power as a result of downed trees and power lines stemming from a derecho that swept through much of the state Monday night.
Sweet Basil Cafe of Peoria closes after crash into building early Wednesday
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Sweet Basil Cafe of Peoria temporarily closed Thursday morning after a truck crashed into its building the day before. In a Facebook post, the cafe said due to certain circumstances of the truck driving into its building, it will close so its owners can remodel and prepare to reopen.
Missing 2-year-old found inside a home after day-long, multi-agency search
CANTON (25News Now) - 2-year-old Chloe Russell has been found inside a home in the area. Canton Police say she was found alive and is receiving medical attention but is expected to be fine. A first responder was seen carrying her outside. Drones, airplanes, K-9 and manpower were used in...
COUNTRY Financial has tips for filing claims after severe weather
BLOOMINGTON – Following the severe storms from earlier this week, COUNTRY Financial is offering some tips when filing insurance claims. The insurance and financial services company says to take photos of all damage. Some insurers will even cover the cost of spoiled food. So, include spoiled food in your photos before tossing it all in the trash. Also, make sure to save all receipts from emergency repair expenses.
State leaders host ‘One Peoria Back-to-School and Health Fair’
PEORIA (25News Now) - It’s never too early to start back-to-school shopping, and one state representative is making it a little easier for parents. The “One Peoria Back-To-School and Health Fair” is back for its fourth year. Families were invited out for a day of fun with...
Peoria man pepper sprayed, robbed during Facebook Marketplace robbery
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — A North Peoria man was pepper sprayed and then robbed of a laptop computer that he tried to sell on Facebook Marketplace. The incident occurred at the victim’s apartment on West Willow Knolls Road just before 10 p.m. Sunday, according to a report filed at the Peoria Police Department.
Northeast ball games resume as bored parks director drags the diamonds
Ball games at Northeast Park are resuming tonight after the very bored Parks Director Andrew Dwyer made a decision. “I asked what I could do to help the community,” said Dwyer. The answer, he thought, would be to try to help return normalcy to Northeast Park, the one Kewanee...
Open the windows for some fresh air
Let Mother Nature provide free air conditioning the next few days as cooler and drier air move into the area. Highs will be in the upper 70s Thursday then the low 80s Friday through early next week. Rain chances return the middle of next week. Enjoy!
Checking in on Cambridge/Deerfield alumni competing in college athletics
Competing in college athletics requires a lot of hard work from athletes. The competition is bigger, faster and stronger than in high school. Players have to keep up with a rigorous study schedule to fulfill university academic requirements. Also, a new environment away from home could be difficult for athletes to overcome. In the 2023-2024 season, alumni from Cambridge and Deerfield competed in college from the Division 3 level to...
Kewanee Belle Alexander School Offering Charging Stations Today, July 17th.
Belle Alexander School in the Kewanee School District is offering charging stations again today, July 17th, from 12 to 2 PM, for anyone who needs to charge a device or escape the heat. You can enter the building through the cafeteria doors. Bottles of water and granola bars will be available for a snack while you wait. Superintendent Mrs. Baney joined Wake Up Tri-Counties to talk about the Kewanee School Board meeting from Tuesday night. Online registration for the 2024-2025 school year opened July 17th.
New owners to continue legacy at Canton reindeer farm
CANTON (25News Now) - Snowman’s Reindeer Farm in Canton is transitioning to a new family. Scott and Tracy Snowman announced their retirement after nine Christmases, brought on by serious health complications making it nearly impossible for them to continue the day-to-day work. The Snowmans announced July 9 that they...
Peoria public works crews working to clear storm debris
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Crews with Peoria Public Works began working to clear the remaining storm debris from around the city after a severe storm caused damage around central Illinois on Monday. According to public works spokesman Nick McMillion, crews began 12-hour shifts Wednesday morning. When possible, Peoria residents...
Moline hosts Popsicle Pit-Stops on Thursdays
During this month, the City of Moline invites everyone to celebrate National Parks and Recreation Month with Popsicle Pit-Stops. Every Thursday, from 12:30 to 1:30, people can have free popsicles, get fun giveaways, and play games. The Popsicle Pit-Stops is a thank you for supporting the Moline Parks and Recreation...
Parts of East Peoria under boil advisory
EAST PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Parts of East Peoria are under a boil advisory until further notice Wednesday until a nearby water main is repaired. According to a Facebook post from the City of East Peoria on Wednesday, at about 8 a.m., water service in the area was interrupted while a water main is being repaired. Once the service is restored, several homes will be under a boil advisory until further notice.
Judge refuses Brandon Walker’s request for a lesser sentence for death of Navin Jones
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Circuit Judge John Vespa’s voice trembled, and he took several pauses as he recounted the Navin Jones case during a late Wednesday morning hearing. The judge, who retires in a week or so, said the deadly neglect case of the 8-year-old boy was the “worst” he’s seen in 14 years on the bench and 19 years as an attorney. And as such, he said, he refused to lower or reconsider a life sentence he handed down earlier this year for the boy’s father, Brandon Walker.
International children's swimming school to open newest location in Peoria
Aqua-Tots Swim School is bringing its world-renowned programs to the greater Peoria area. The swim school franchise announced last week it will open a location at 7713 Orange Prairie Road in Peoria near The Shoppes at Grand Prairie. The school has more than 150 locations worldwide, including three in Illinois: Peoria, Wheaton and Orland Park.
WIU faculty union: Layoffs of tenured faculty coming
Another round of budget cutting is looming at Western Illinois University, and this time it could include tenured and tenure-track faculty. Tri States Public Radio obtained a copy of an email sent by Merrill Cole, President of the WIU Chapter of the University Professionals of Illinois. The union represents faculty members.
Coal City to remain without power for the foreseeable future
Jul. 16—The Village of Coal City said in a statement Tuesday afternoon that while the village was spared the worst of the storm damage as far as property and public health damage, it will be without power for the foreseeable future until the main feeder line is repaired. ComEd needs specific crews for this line, and it's not possible to predict a timeline for when power will be restored. This ...
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