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Democratic incumbent lose seats in Marshall County

MARSHALL COUNTY, Ill. (WMBD) — In the 3rd District Marshall County Board race, the Democratic incumbent was unseated. Republicans Justin Meierkord and Bruce Dudley won the race with 46.6% and 30.5% of the vote. Meierkord returns to the board for another four-year term, but the other incumbent, Democrat Jeff Schmitt, will not, after receiving 22.8% […]

Marshall County, IL · 1d

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Maximum Sentence Handed Down In Fatal DePue Domestic Case

The maximum sentence was imposed on Anthony Rodriguez of Princeton for a domestic incident on Mothers Day, resulting in the death of 3-year-old Damian Camacho. Bureau County States Attorney Dan Anderson asked for and received the maximum sentence of five years in prison for the charges of aggravated unlawful restraint, aggravated assault and domestic battery. Rodriguez pleaded guilty to all charges earlier this year.

Princeton, IL · 2d

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We Ranked The Best Italian Beef In Illinois And These 7 Spots Made The Cut

A sandwich stand on a busy Chicago street became the filming spot for a hit TV show, and its business reportedly more than doubled. That is the kind of pull an Italian beef sandwich has in Illinois. The idea goes back about a century. Thin-sliced roast beef gets soaked in...

Illinois · 1d

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Exhibit In Granville Explores America's Immigration History

As immigration continues to be a hot topic nationally, you're invited to explore the complex history of immigration in the United States as part of a library exhibit in Putnam County. The library in Granville is hosting “Immigration: An American Story”, a traveling exhibition from the Gilder Lehrman Institute of...

Granville, IL · 8h

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Washington's Unreal 10-1 Comeback Has Peoria On Notice: The Sweet Sixteen Is About To Get Wild

Ncaaf on gradient background - Created by the Sports On Tap desk | Source : Sports On Tap (team logos property of their respective owners) Five Peoria-area volleyball teams punched their tickets to the IHSA Sweet Sixteen after Tuesday night’s sectional semifinals delivered drama that’ll be talked about for weeks. These squads are not just […]

Peoria, IL · 2d

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Peru Firefighters Respond To Call At Eakas Corporation

There was a brief election night fire scare in Peru. Firefighters were called Tuesday night just after 7 o'clock for a fire alarm going off at Eakas Corporation along Route 251. When crews arrived, workers had evacuated the plant. Firefighters encountered an active fire, contained to an oven with the building's sprinkler system activated. The fire was reported to be under control within just a few minutes. There were no reports of no injuries.

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Amazing Feat Of XPO Driver Recognized In La Salle

A grand entrance, for a remarkable driver's safe journey across millions of miles. On Thursday, members of the police escorted James Cosentino onto the grounds of XPO in La Salle. Cosentino has worked for XPO since October of 1985, and has done so without an accident on the job. A...

Lasalle, IL · 1d

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Nothing Changing At Fairgrounds Despite Annexation Into City Of Princeton

When the Princeton City Council annexed the Bureau County Fairgrounds into the city earlier this year, there was some question as to whether it would change the operations of the fair. At Monday's City Council meeting, council approved grandfathering in any and all activities held by the fair. As long...

Princeton, IL · 7h

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La Moille HS Will Deactivate; Waltham Addition Proposal Turned Down Again

Following Tuesday's results, one school district knows what it must do; while another is left wondering what to do?. In Bureau County, voters said “yes” to deactivating the La Moille High School by a three hundred vote margin. La Moille High School students will either now go to Amboy, Hall or Mendota starting in late summer 2027. The district's seventh and eighth graders will then occupy the high school building. Current enrollment at La Moille High School is around 42 students.

La Moille, IL · 2d

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Alderman Becoming Superintendent Of Public Works Creating A Stir In Spring Valley

Spring Valley's mayor took to Facebook to address what she says is inaccurate information being circulated on social media. Mayor Melanie Malooley Thompson posted what was titled as a “Mayor's Report” on Wednesday. She tackles questions about restructuring of Spring Valley's Public Works Department. She says the restructuring has been discussed for well over a year and one of the primary reasons for change is to establish a “clearer distinction between management and employees represented by the collective bargaining unit”.

Spring Valley, IL · 1d

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Early Morning Fire Call At SV High-Rise

There was a fire response this morning to the high-rise in Spring Valley. Firefighters from Peru and Ladd were called at around 4 o'clock to assist the Spring Valley Fire Department for the report of smoke on the 3rd floor of the high-rise building on West Erie Street. An ambulance was called to the scene as well.

Spring Valley, IL · 11h

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Not All Places In The Valley Seeing A Drop In Gas Prices

Gas prices have come down following the midterm election in some locations. According to Gas Buddy, you can find unleaded for as low as $3.76 a gallon in Oglesby and Peru. Some La Salle stations are down to $3.89 a gallon. However in Princeton, Streator, Mendota, and Ottawa, you're still facing gas prices between $4.49 to $4.69 a gallon.

La Salle County, TX · 12h

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Regulars Drive an Hour to Paint Their Own Dishes at This Friendly Pottery Studio in Peoria Heights, Illinois

Some of the best afternoons in Illinois start with a plain little storefront you almost drive past. You walk in expecting a quick craft project and walk out planning your next visit before your paint has even dried. One studio has families happily driving an hour each way just to...

Peoria Heights, IL · 2d

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Woodford County Sheriff’s Office warns of unpaid toll scam

The Woodford County Sheriff's Office warned the public on Thursday about a scam involving fraudulent text messages claiming drivers have unpaid tolls.

Woodford County, IL · 22h

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Central Illinois voters decide several local ballot questions in Tuesday’s election

PEORIA, Ill. – Voters across Central Illinois weighed in on several local ballot questions during Tuesday’s general election, approving some proposals while rejecting others involving taxes, schools and public services. Tazewell County School Sales Tax. Voters rejected a proposed one-percent sales tax intended to support school facilities throughout...

Peoria, IL · 2d

starvedrock.media

LP Officially Opens Eureka Savings Bank Ag Center

La Salle-Peru Township High School officially opened the Eureka Savings Bank Agricultural Center on Thursday. The event included remarks by FFA students who recognized donors to the Ag program. The new building got its name thanks to a half-a-million-dollar donation from Eureka Savings Bank. And it's actually been in use since the start of the school year.

Peru, IL · 20h

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Family Affair- Peoria Notre Dame and Washington soccer head to the state finals with proud coaching Dads!

PEORIA (25News Now) -Peoria Notre Dame coach Mike Bare will lead his Irish and his son, Luke Bare, to the State Final Four. Washington Coach Chade Clift will lead his Panthers and his son, Jacob, to the State Final Four. Get 25NewsStreaming on your smart TV — it’s free and...

Peoria, IL · 18h

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Extra Effort: Ben Gorsage running to win at Washington

WASHINGTON, Ill. (WMBD/WYZZ) — Ben Gorsage admits he has a love-hate relationship cross country. “I love cross country. I’m excited for it to be over. It’s really hard,” said Gorsage. “I prefer track to cross country. But it’s been really great.” The Washington senior will run at Saturday’s state cross meet at Detweiller Park in […]

Washington, IL · 1d

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Health roundup, flu shots, diabetes awareness and county board meetings

Health departments encourage updated COVID-19, flu shots. Covid-19 and flu season are upon us. The Henry and Stark County Health Departments are reminding residents to get their shots before holiday gatherings and participating in the season’s events. Local residents have access to seasonal flu shots for adults (18 yrs.+)...

Stark County, IL · 1d

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