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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 · 2d

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Mayor Wigginton hosts cake for Peoria Heights milestone

Peoria Heights celebrated the 125th anniversary of its official name change from Prospect Heights with a community event featuring cake on November 10.

Peoria Heights, IL · 1d

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Free Community Thanksgiving Dinner in Annawan on November 26, 2026

Free Thanksgiving Dinner on November 26th in Annawan. The community is invited to come together and celebrate Thanksgiving with a free holiday meal in Annawan on Thursday, November 26th, from 11 AM to 2 PM at the Annawan Community Center, located at 314 North State Street in Annawan. The meal...

Annawan, IL · 1d

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Elmwood Schools Lose Bus Funding Vote as Peoria County Rejects Tax Hike

Elmwood CUSD 322 asked Peoria County voters to let it raise its maximum transportation levy rate from $0.20 to $0.40 per $100 of equalized assessed value, and the answer came back loud and clear: no. More than 68% of voters rejected the measure, leaving the district without the extra bus funding it had hoped to lock in.

Peoria County, IL · 1d

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Peoria nurse awarded for work with Greater Peoria Honor Flight

The American Ambulance Association [AAA] has awarded a Peoria nurse the 2026 Star of Life, a national award honoring the winner's work with the Greater Peoria Honor Flight [GPHF]. The Stars of Life program celebrates Emergency Medical Services members across the country who go above and beyond for their patients,...

Peoria, IL · 1d

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New Medal of Honor monument dedicated in Pekin

Approximately 30 people gathered at the Tazewell County Courthouse on Wednesday to honor local veterans and dedicate a new monument commemorating three Medal of Honor recipients.

Pekin, IL · 22h

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Peoria honors veterans through a tradition spanning more than a century

PEORIA (25News Now) -A century-old tradition continued in downtown Peoria as veterans and community members gathered to honor the men and women who served our country. American Legion Post 2 hosted its annual Veterans Day parade and ceremony, featuring the national anthem, recognition of each branch of the military, and prayers for those who have served.

Peoria, IL · 21h

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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 · 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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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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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 · 2d

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Peoria City Council votes to allow drive-through, curbside cannabis sales

Cannabis businesses in Peoria will be able to consider adding drive-through and curbside service in the near future. The Peoria City Council on Tuesday voted to allow both options for medical and recreational dispensaries, following Illinois’ updated state law governing marijuana sales. “We have to navigate this new social...

Peoria, IL · 1d

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Peoria-area Opportunity Zones could help attract future development

PEORIA (25News Now) - Parts of the Peoria area have been selected as Illinois’ new Opportunity Zones, a designation local economic leaders say could help attract private investment and redevelopment in the years ahead. The program offers federal tax incentives to encourage investors to finance qualifying projects in designated...

Peoria, IL · 1d

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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 · 2d

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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 · 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 · 4d

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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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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

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