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PEORIA — Alex Timmerman might be the best role player in central Illinois. The Pekin, Illinois, native and Deer Creek resident is a car chief on a NASCAR Xfinity Series crew. But he has also served as commander of the 9th Regiment Illinois Volunteer Cavalry in Civil War re-enactments, and is a background actor on two hit network TV shows.

Morton was overwhelmingly the community of choice for upscale home buyers in Tazewell County last month. Seven of the 10 most expensive Tazewell homes sold in April were in Morton. Of those, three of the properties were in Morton's Thornridge Subdivision. Other priciest homes were in Washington and Deer Creek.

PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — The Illinois State Police responded to a two-vehicle crash on the Murray Baker Bridge on Tuesday. According to the preliminary information, deputies responded at about 4:29 p.m. after a report of a crash with injuries. ISP stated that the crash had blocked one lane of...

GREEN VALLEY (25News Now) - The Green Valley community came together on Sunday to make one centenarian feel extra special on his birthday!. Dick Lohness turned 106 years old on Thursday and the town celebrated his birthday on Sunday by throwing him a parade!. Lohness is well-known for his service...

PEORIA (25News Now) - Rooted in central Illinois, Precision Planting held an opening ceremony on Monday for its new building that can easily be seen on Interstate 74 in Morton. The 510,000 square-foot assembly and distribution center houses 250 team members. Workers there provide the parts to upgrade technology on...

PEORIA (25News Now) - A 17-year-old accused of attempted murder in a February double shooting in Bartonville during a botched drug deal has pleaded guilty. The Peoria County State’s Attorney’s Office says Donald Grant pleaded guilty to attempted murder and aggravated battery with a firearm for the shooting in Bartonville last February. He was sentenced to 31 years in prison for the attempted murder charge and 20 years for the aggravated battery charge which will be served concurrently.

PEORIA (25News Now) - Our forecast will remain active through much of the next week as on-and-off storm chances continue along with warmer than average temperatures. If you were not able to enjoy some of the warmer and dry weather Sunday, take full advantage today as Monday will be on of the few quiet days this week. Apart from a stray shower or two early this morning, our Monday will trend dry under partly cloudy skies and highs in the mid to upper 70′s. Storm chances will arrive early Tuesday morning as a complex of showers and storms work its way eastward today from the Great Plains. This system is expected to continue into the morning commute hours before we see a bit of dry time. Additional showers and storms will be possible during the afternoon into the evening. An isolated strong to severe storm will be possible at this time capable of producing a brief spin-up tornado, isolated large hail and damaging winds. A level 1 out of 5 risk (Marginal Risk) is in place area wide for Tuesday. The limiting factor will be how long our morning storms last and how much the atmosphere will be able to recover. Another system will bring another chance from scattered strong to severe storms Wednesday. A Slight Risk (Level 2 out of 5) along and south of Route 17. A Level 3 Risk is in place in areas along and south of Lincoln. All severe weather hazards are on the table Wednesday and will likely be the day to watch as it has the greatest risk for severe weather locally this week. Make sure to tune in this morning for the latest 10 Day First Alert Forecast!

These real estate transactions, recorded the week of April 22, are compiled from information on file with Peoria, Tazewell and Woodford counties. They represent sales of $78,000 or more. PEORIA COUNTY. 3131 N. Finnell Ave., Peoria: Deanna J. Coon to Pamelia S. Conlee, $79,900. 205 E. Sixth St., Glasford: Nathan...

An affordable housing project near the lakeshore is getting ready to take a big step forward. (May 7, 2024)

WASHINGTON, Ill. (WMBD) — The current columbarium for Washington residents, located at the Glendale Cemetery is slated to be full by the end of 2024, leaving only in-ground burial options for late loved ones. The current mausoleum-like building hosts enough place holders for 62 urns but concerns about open...

AUSTIN, Texas — The 2024 season for Castrol® FloRacing Night in America presented by Kubota kicks off the third Illinois Speedweeks this Wednesday, May 8 at Spoon River Speedway (Banner, Ill.) before invading Lincoln (Ill.) Speedway on Thursday, May 9. The fourth season for the popular miniseries has...

Delavan was the 7-4 winner over Princeville when they last played one another back in April of 2023, but their luck changed this time around. The Delavan Panthers fell just short of the Princeville Princes by a score of 4-3 on Monday. Delavan has now taken an 'L' in back-to-back games.

East Peoria girl sells lemonade to raise money for officers.

TREMONT, Ill. (WMBD) — After 50 years, approximately 2,500 students, and an average of 500,000 miles, a Tremont School District bus driver is retiring. Phyllis Staker started her career in 1974 and has driven 3 generations of one family. She said families have come out in droves to show...