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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 · 2d
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County Board reverses earlier vote on Sharia law

The LaSalle County Board earlier this week voted to rescind an earlier resolution denouncing Sharia law and affirming the supremacy of the U.S. Constitution. The resolution was originally approved after the board heard concerns from residents about the potential purchase of the closed Fox River Resort in Norway. Some marketing materials had advertised the property as an Islamic community, although the developer later said it would be used only as a resort.

Lasalle County, IL · 5d
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Chris Kringle Market Huts On The Move In Ottawa

Vendor huts with the Chris Kringle Market in Ottawa are on the move. The city of Ottawa and Ottawa Downtown Association announced Tuesday that the Chris Kringle Market will be moving its entire market operation to Jackson Street, which runs on the south side of Washington Park. Organizers say relocating the market huts allows them to strengthen the market experience on Jackson Street while creating new opportunities throughout downtown Ottawa.

Ottawa, IL · 1d
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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 · 1d

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BRANDON ROAD BRIDGE IS OPEN

The Illinois Department of Transportation announced today that Brandon Road bridge over the Des Plaines River, in Rockdale, is scheduled to reopen, weather permitting, Monday, Nov. 9. And it is. The $3.4 million project consists of repairing the deck, joints and brakes, all four motors and aerial cables were replaced...

Rockdale, IL · 3d

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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 · 2d

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New testing finds Legionella and chlorine concerns in Illinois town's water investigation

New testing by a nationally recognized water expert has found Legionella bacteria in one Illinois home's plumbing system and raised new concerns about chlorine levels in the village's water supply, adding to issues that residents have reported for more than a year.

Beaverville, IL · 1d

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Lawmakers seek solution for ‘culture of dishonesty’ within Illinois corrections

(The Center Square) – With years of safety complaints and incidents within the Illinois Department of Corrections, especially stemming from the Joliet Treatment Center, Illinois lawmakers Tuesday sought answers for how the department intends to improve conditions for inmates. More than 70 fires have been started over the last...

Illinois · 1d

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Rep. Sharon Chung hopes a new Illinois House speaker and IG will better address harassment claims

A state lawmaker from Bloomington who helped stage a coup of the Illinois House speaker is hopeful his removal, along with a new legislative inspector general, will lead to substantive changes in the way harassment and abuse allegations are handled in state government. State Rep. Sharon Chung of Bloomington was...

Illinois · 1d

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Second draft of Bloomington data center rules include NDA ban and tougher fines, but leave some things undecided

The City of Bloomington on Tuesday released amended draft data center regulations, with indications that the debate over the issue could continue for six more months. Bloomington's initial moratorium on data center projects that use 5 or more megawatts of power was set to expire Nov. 27. Bloomington’s planning commission...

Bloomington, IL · 1d

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Heartland Community College honors veterans at community event

Heartland Community College held a veteran appreciation event on Tuesday featuring keynote speaker Sal Gonzales and celebrating the Marine Corps' 251st anniversary.

Normal, IL · 1d

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Developer eyes Manhattan for fast food restaurant

The Village of Manhattan could soon get a new fast food restaurant if plans revealed at the most recent board meeting come to fruition. Ampler Development signed a letter of intent to purchase and develop the village-owned property at the corner of Brookstone Drive and Route 52 in Manhattan for a Taco Bell restaurant.

Manhattan, IL · 2d

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These 10 Under-The-Radar Illinois Thrift Shops Keep Bargain Hunters Digging For Hours

Paperback books for a quarter each. Three full floors of secondhand stuff stacked inside an old house. A charity shop where your purchase helps pay vet bills for rescue dogs. I could stop right there and you’d probably already be reaching for your car keys. Illinois has a sneaky habit of hiding its best bargains in plain sight, from a former warehouse to a grocery-and-thrift combo.

Carbondale, IL · 12d

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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 · 3d

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Peoria’s school board votes to cut ties with an Elite-run program, replace it with district-led alternative

PEORIA (25News Now) -The Elite era in Peoria’s Public School system will come to end next month, after Monday’s close, 4-3 vote to pursue a different option for at-risk young people. Nova Academy is the name, set to use the same building now used by Elite Community Outreach,...

Peoria, IL · 1d

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Washington honors WWII German POW camp with new marker

A new historical marker was dedicated in Washington on November 10 to commemorate the site of a former World War II German POW camp and its associated canning factory.

Washington, IL · 1d

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Here’s when Peoria’s yard waste collection season comes to an end

PEORIA (25News Now) - If fall yard work is still on your to-do list, the City of Peoria says now is the time to get it done. The city’s seasonal yard waste collection program will end after the week of Dec. 7 through Dec. 11, giving residents about a month to rake leaves, trim branches and prepare their yards for winter. Yard waste is collected on the same day as regular trash pickup.

Peoria, 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 · 2d

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‘Wow, what a surprise’: Phil Salzer honored by street naming ceremony

Peoria community members and leaders gathered on Monday morning to honor Phil Salzer, a long-time public servant and coach, by dedicating a portion of North Sterling Avenue as the Phil Salzer Way.

Peoria, IL · 2d