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Peoria County voters say no to transportation tax hike for Elmwood schools

Central Illinois voters not only had candidates on the recent midterm election ballots, but also various referendum questions. In Peoria and Knox counties, Elmwood CUSD #322 asked voters to increase the maximum allowable transportation levy rate from $0.20 to $0.40 per $100 of equalized assessed value. That meant an estimated cost to taxpayers of an additional $67 a year for a home valued at $100,000.

Peoria County, IL · 10h

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Peoria City Council to consider economic development measures for Northwoods Mall

The Peoria City Council is scheduled to consider a proposal to create a STAR Bond District to aid the redevelopment of Northwoods Mall during its upcoming meeting.

Peoria, IL · 10h

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Bloomington accuses 3 businesses of selling alcohol to underage drinkers

BLOOMINGTON (25News Now) - The City of Bloomington has filed complaints against three businesses accused of selling alcohol to underage customers during a September sting operation. Two people younger than 21 working undercover for police bought alcohol from the establishments on Thursday, Sept. 17, according to the complaints filed with...

Bloomington, IL · 1d

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Bloomington recognizes beautiful homes, welcomes 3 officers to police force

Bloomington welcomed three officers to its police force and recognized property owners who make the city prettier at the city council meeting on Monday. Officers Kevin Busfield, Mackenize Phillips and Derek Flaughter completed their probationary period and became fully-fledged members of the department. Each was awarded a certificate and congratulated by council members, City Manager Jeff Jurgens and Mayor Dan Brady.

Bloomington, IL · 1d

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Normal’s South Adelaide Street to close for pavement repair

A portion of South Adelaide Street in Normal will be closed for pavement repairs from Monday, Nov. 9, through Wednesday, Nov. 11.

Normal, IL · 2d

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Statewide rules for e-bikes and scooters begin Jan. 1

New Illinois laws governing the operation and classification of micromobility devices such as e-bikes and e-scooters are set to take effect on Jan. 1.

Illinois · 6h

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New state law on e-bikes and scooters will take time to adjust to

A new state law placing stricter definitions and rules on micromobility devices will likely take time to adjust to in Bloomington-Normal, according to law enforcement and hobbyists in the Twin Cities. Starting Jan. 1, 2027, new micromobility legislation will take effect, adding new regulations and clarifying definitions surrounding devices better...

Normal, IL · 3d

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Inside Peoria Public Schools proposed $700k plan to replace Elite Safe School

PEORIA (25News Now) - Community tensions are reaching a boiling point in Peoria over the future of the city’s alternative education system. For years, Peoria Public Schools has contracted Elite Community Outreach to operate its Safe School at Trewyn School. The program serves 6th through 8th grade students facing suspension, expulsion, classroom disruption, or neighborhood gang violence. Its staffers are not traditional educators, they are “game changers”, men and women with criminal records who turned their lives around to mentor youth in crisis.

Peoria, IL · 4d

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Key areas for economic development in Bloomington-Normal eligible for federal tax breaks

MCLEAN COUNTY (25News Now) - Three areas targeted for economic development in Bloomington-Normal qualify as opportunity zones, making investors eligible for federal tax breaks. State officials announced that Downtown Bloomington, Uptown and Northwest Normal are among 240 areas in Illinois eligible for the incentives. “Through a data-driven evaluation and extensive...

Bloomington, IL · 2d

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Illinois Students Help Turn Abandoned Barbershop into Museum Honoring the First Black Man to Vote in the State

David Strother, the barbershop’s original owner, became the first Black voter in Illinois after the 15th Amendment was ratified in 1870

El Paso, IL · 2d

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Clinton Junior High School Gearing Up for Veterans Day

Clinton Schools across the district do something to recognize the veterans in our community. At Clinton Junior High School, they have a special assembly to recognize veterans across all branches of the service. Principal Jim Peck indicates the goal for the district is to find the program that works best for them and hopes they choose to participate so their students can recognize them.

Clinton, IL · 1d

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City of Clinton Crews Starting on Annual Leaf Cleanup

Clinton Public Works Department staff is adjusting to the late fall season this year. Steve Lobb is the Director of the Public Works Department and tells the Hart Media Group the leaf cleanup cycles are in full swing. As long as the weather cooperates, his guys will be hitting City streets to get those leaf piles picked up.

Clinton, IL · 1d

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Mobile DMV and I-Cash Services Coming to Forsyth November 23

November 8, 2026 – State Representative Regan Deering and State Senator Sally Turner are partnering with the Illinois Secretary of State and Treasurer’s offices to bring state services to Forsyth later this month. A Mobile DMV and I-Cash event is scheduled for Monday, November 23, from 10 a.m....

Forsyth, IL · 2d

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Bloomington council hears call for hyperscale data center ban ahead of 2nd hearing on draft regulations

Less than a week out from the second and final scheduled public hearing on draft data center regulations, one resident is pointing to recent election results as a mandate for Bloomington city leaders to ban data center development. Adam Heenan was one of two speakers during public comment at the...

Bloomington, IL · 1d

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Mahomet to consider school impact fees on new residential development

New homes and apartments in future Mahomet subdivisions could help pay for additional school space under a proposal headed to the Village Board’s Nov. 10 study session. No fee amounts have been proposed, and collecting them would require a school district study, public hearings and further board action. Trustee...

Mahomet, IL · 2d

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Champaign County’s data center ordinance will stop at city limits, officials say

Champaign County’s upcoming data center ordinance won’t stop centers from being built in Champaign, Urbana, Mahomet or any other city or village. It will apply only to unincorporated land, county officials told about 50 residents at an Oct. 15 meeting. “The county does not have any authority to...

Champaign County, IL · 10h

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Peoria considers bans on hemp-derived THC and Kratom

The Peoria City Council is scheduled to consider banning the sale of hemp-derived THC and kratom during its meeting next Tuesday.

Peoria, IL · 4d

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This Budget-Friendly Illinois City Lets Gen Z Buy A Home With Just Four Years Of Salary

Most people spend more time researching a new laptop than they do thinking about where they could actually afford to own a home, and that’s a problem worth fixing. Peoria, Illinois might just be the answer you didn’t know you were looking for. Let’s start with the number...

Peoria, IL · 7d

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McLean grows more blue as first Democrat wins countywide office in 44 years

McLean County Democrats continued to strengthen their grasp on county governance Nov. 3. Joshua Crockett, vice chairman of the McLean County Democratic Party, defeated incumbent Republican County Clerk Kathy Michael. With all precincts reporting, Crockett led Michael by 1,073 votes, a 3-percent margin. Crockett is the first Democrat to win...

Mclean County, IL · 4d

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VFW Post 2078 hosts parade in East Peoria to honor veterans

East Peoria hosted a Veterans Day parade on November 7, featuring a flyover by the Lima Lima Flight Team and participation from local organizations and emergency services.

East Peoria, IL · 3d

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