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Coroner confirms 1 dead in Woodford County crash

WOODFORD COUNTY (25News Now) - The Woodford County Coroner’s Office confirms a woman was killed Saturday in a two-vehicle crash about a mile west of Secor. Coroner Tim Ruestman said the crash happened on U.S. Route 24 and County Road 2000 East, also known as Meridian Trail. The coroner...

Woodford County, IL · 1h

Journal Star

Real estate sales in Peoria, Tazewell, Woodford counties for Nov. 8, 2026

These real estate transactions, recorded the week of Oct. 26, 2026, are compiled from information on file with Peoria , Tazewell and Woodford counties, representing property sales of $78,000 or more. Here's a look at this week's top real estate transactions: PEORIA COUNTY 2705 West Willowlake Drive #50, Peoria: Ruth Reed and Deborah Regan to George Salem, $89,000 417 West Hudson Street, Peoria: Clark Blunier to Renee Blunier, $100,000 512 South Main Street, Peoria: Zachary Johnson to Amy Wells and Gavin Harris, $101,000 1210 West McClure Avenue, Peoria: Fortune Partners LLC to Siaz LLC, $109,000 2307 West Forrest Hill Avenue, Peoria: PJAJ Property Management LLC to Jessi Cluff and Charles Jones, $109,400 13 Alexander Lane, Bartonville: Lynzee and Hannah Brush to Brody and Gilbert Evans, $110,000 312 West Clinton Street, Brimfield: Tamara Herrmann to Cody Roberts, $113,000 1522 East Paris Avenue, Peoria: Duran IL LLC to Ian Hopkins, $115,000 5602 North Edgebrook Drive, Peoria: Margaret Cranford to Jared McKown, $124,900 2714 North Mission Road, Peoria: Douglas Mathews to James Brown, $130,000 3353 West Saymore Lane, Peoria: Martha and Robert Peyer to Ryan Blackorby, $132,000 1208 West Willow Lane, Peoria: Kristin Ebbing and Anthony Parrick to Elizabeth Zerbonia, $145,000 5308 North

Tazewell County, IL · 1d

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11 Peoria, Illinois Restaurants That Remain Crowded Without Paying A Dime On Advertising

A pizza joint that first opened in 1926 still closes its doors every Monday and Tuesday, and the crowds keep coming anyway. I love that kind of quiet confidence. In one river city in central Illinois, that same stubborn streak shows up all over the dinner map. One steakhouse hands you raw steaks to grill yourself, and a barbecue joint smokes its meat inside an old rail depot.

Peoria, IL · 1d

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This Tiny Illinois Diner Is Hidden Inside An Old Gas Station But Piles The Plates High

A giant Phillips 66 shield hangs on a diner wall in central Illinois, and nobody is pumping gas. The license plates and old stoplights hanging nearby make the scene even more curious, like a garage that switched careers. Calling the decor themed would be a little off, since themed suggests...

Peoria, IL · 1d

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Normal police officer retires after 27 years of service

The Normal Police Department announced the retirement of Officer Ryan Ritter after more than 27 years of service.

Normal, IL · 2d

People

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 · 15h

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BPD continues search for Bloomington shooter, nearly a week after one was killed

Bloomington police are continuing their search for the suspect responsible for a fatal November 1st shooting that left one woman dead and eight others injured at a Halloween party.

Bloomington, IL · 2d

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Peoria man sentenced to 42 months for illegal gun sales

A Peoria man named Quincy Jones was sentenced to 42 months in prison for illegally selling firearms while being a convicted felon.

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Business spotlight: Hensy's Hot Dogs

Hensy’s Hot Dogs is a new independently owned business in the Bloomington area. The food truck opened on Oct. 24. Hensy’s Hot Dogs owner Tyler Henson is the food truck’s sole worker. It took Henson a little over a year to set up and prepare the hot dog truck, ensuring it was ready for business.

Bloomington, IL · 1d

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More than Coach Wardle’s daughter, Mya Wardle is forging her own legacy

There’s an inherent pressure that comes with growing up in a sports household—a desire to follow in your parents’ footsteps. Your name and identity are synonymous with the accomplishments of others; a legacy created before you had a chance to build your own. That’s the dynamic Bradley...

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Bloomington Police Chief address Illinois Wesleyan after deadly shooting

Bloomington Police Chief Jamal Simington addressed the Illinois Wesleyan University community to reassure them of campus safety and emphasize the ongoing investigation into the November 1 mass shooting.

Bloomington, IL · 1d

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Hard Freeze With Lows in the 20s Friday Night Ends the Growing Season for Peoria, Springfield, Galesburg, and the Quad Cities This Weekend

PEORIA, Ill. — A hard freeze is on the way for much of Illinois this weekend. Friday night will be the coldest, with lows in the 20s across the northern half of the state. Saturday night will bring lows in the low 30s, followed by the mid 30s on Sunday night. The freeze will officially end the growing season across the state.

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UPDATE: Peoria crashes in Friday evening commute

Multiple vehicle crashes led to road closures at Sheridan and War Memorial and on northbound Illinois Route 40 near Edelstein.

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Elite Community Outreach fights to stay in Peoria schools

Supporters of Elite Community Outreach met with officials to advocate for the continuation of its Game Changers program before the Peoria school board votes Monday on replacing it with a district-run initiative called Nova Academy.

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Quality Roofing Pro Named 2026 Top-Rated Roofing Contractor

Quality Roofing Pro has been named a 2026 Top-Rated Roofing Contractor by the American Roofing Contractors Organization. The recognition follows an independent evaluation of public records and third-party data, assessing factors such as licensing, compliance, operational history and stability, and customer outcomes. Co-Owner Felicia Shawler says the honor reflects the company’s ongoing commitment to its customers:

Burlington, IA · 2d

Journal Star

IHSA football playoffs: Scores for the Peoria area and central Illinois

Here are the second-round playoff scores for Peoria Journal Star-area programs in the 2026 Illinois High School Association football playoffs , listed class-by-class and in bracket order. Saturday's scores 5A: Morton 56, Troy Triad 15 | FINAL 5A: Carbondale 41, LaSalle-Peru 13 | FINAL 4A: Springfield Sacred Heart-Griffin 54, Metamora 21 | FINAL 3A: Williamsville 42, Macomb 28 | FINAL 2A: El Paso-Gridley 41, Warrensburg-Latham 6 | FINAL IHSA football playoffs: Statewide scores in Illinois | Second round Friday's score 6A: Normal West 33, Pekin 21 | F This article originally appeared on Journal Star: IHSA football playoffs: Scores for the Peoria area and central Illinois

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Groesch Celebrates Birthday With Touchdowns To Send SHG Into 4A Quarterfinals

Sacred Heart Griffin senior Mikey Groesch celebrated his birthday in style on Saturday, scoring rushing and receiving touchdowns against Metamora to power the Cyclones to a 54-21 running clock win over the Redbirds. Cam Brinkman also added a couple rushing touchdowns as SHG moves in the 4A quarterfinals where they will play at Centralia on Saturday at 2 pm.

Metamora, IL · 23h

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Pritzker to ‘pause’ public events while recovering from outpatient procedure

(25News Now) - Gov. JB Pritzker will undergo an outpatient urology procedure on Monday, Nov. 9 leading him to “pause” public events during his recovery, a governor’s spokesperson said. “This is the standard and final follow-up to the same procedure he completed in May 2026,” said Matt...

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Peoria Women’s Club maintains lasting legacy

Minutes after genetic genealogist Kaycee Connelly’s program at the Peoria Women’s Club last month, the midday sun warmed the polished hardwood floors and an air of genial activity filled the room as members rearranged tables and chairs. Activity and a pleasant resolve has permeated the storied organization over...

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