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Bloomington Man Arrested for DUI After Crashing into Family's Car, Police Urge Responsible Celebrating Ahead of Mother's Day
A man was arrested after slamming into the back of a family's car while under the influence. In a sobering post from the Bloomington Police Department on Facebook, it was revealed that the individual had a blood-alcohol level of .267, more than triple the legal limit when he decided to get behind the wheel and subsequently crashed into the unsuspecting family.
Prep sports recap for May 10, 2024
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD/WYZZ) — Senior Danika Frazier belted a tie-breaking, two-run homer in the fifth inning as visiting Olympia beat Illini Bluffs, 8-3, in high school softball on Friday. The Spartans trailed by three runs after the first inning but rallied to win and improve their record to 26-1-1 while establishing themselves as a state […]
Logan County home listings asked for more money in April: See the current median price here
The median home in Logan County listed for $159,900 in April, up 14.2% from the previous month's $140,000, an analysis of data from Realtor.com shows. Compared to April 2023, the median home list price increased 59.9% from $99,900. The statistics in this article only pertain to houses listed for sale...
Bloomington Couple Sentenced for Nationwide Synthetic Opioid Distribution via USPS
A Bloomington couple's home-based drug distribution scheme has come to an abrupt end with stiff sentences handed down by the federal court. Wesley Noonan, 50, and his wife Christina Noonan, 44, were sentenced on May 8 for their roles in a conspiracy to distribute a lethal synthetic opioid, para-Fluorofentanyl, officials said.
The National Weather Service addresses storm anxiety with educational initiative
(25News Now) - In the wake of recent severe weather outbreaks, many individuals could be experiencing storm related anxiety and stress. With severe weather events becoming more frequent both locally and nationally, understanding and managing the emotional impact of these occurrences is increasingly important. The National Weather Service in Lincoln recently conducted a presentation focused on dealing with storm anxiety, emphasizing the importance of advanced preparation, education, and self-awareness.
‘Moroccan’ room once fashionable
CLINTON — If you tour the C.H. Moore Homestead mansion in the near future, you’ll have to not mind their dust as they renovate the floor in the home’s main front room. But, in a way, the work adds to some of the house’s historical interest.
From Clinton to Nashville: Chasing the dream
Someday Mr. Lincoln’s Square, Weldon Springs, Clinton Lake, and other local landmarks may become famous if Clinton’s own Doug Willis’ dreams come true. Last December, Willis, 41, recorded a music video for his original song, “Streets of Nashville” using DeWitt County landmarks and downtown Nashville, Tenn. as backdrops.
Illinois Money, Money, Money for Lucas Oil LM Drivers
BATAVIA, OH– The Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series will return to a pair of iconic Midwest venues this week as part of the 3rd Annual Illinois Speedweek. The four-race swing through the Land of Lincoln begins with Spoon River Speedway on Wednesday, May 8 before invading Lincoln Speedway on Thursday, May 9. Both of those events, sanctioned by the FloRacing Night in America tour, feature a $20,000-to-win / $1,000-to-start program for Super Late Models.
25 Sports High School Thursday- May 9, 2024
PEORIA (25News Now) - Normal Community, Heyworth and El Paso-Gridley all win Sectional Track Titles. Peoria Notre Dame and Morton soccer and East Peoria softball all earn victories. You can watch 25News - any newscast, anywhere - streaming LIVE on 25NewsNow.com, our 25News mobile app, and on our WEEK 25News...
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