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Signing day recap for area athletes on Nov. 11, 2026
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD/WYZZ) — Area athletes signed their college commitment letters around central Illinois on Wednesday, the first day of the fall signing period. The Limestone volleyball program had four players signed their Financial Aid Agreement (formerly known as National Letters of Intent). Mia Lamberti (University of Illinois), Brynn Williamson (Heartland Community College), Brylee Sprout […]
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Morton’s Isaac Davis makes major impact after position change this season
MORTON, Ill. (WMBD/WYZZ) — For three years he was throwing passes. Now he catches them and defends them. Isaac Davis has moved from quarterback to athlete in Morton and the Potters are benefitting from the move. For three years, he was under center at quarterback but now he’s a running back and defensive back. “Being […]
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25 Sports High School Thursday- Illini Bluffs and Tri-Valley prep for state volleyball, signing day at Washington and Normal Community football is a love story
PEORIA (25News Now) -Practice day today for the state volleyball Final Four teams including Illini Bluffs and Tri-Valley. Signing day ceremonies at both Washington and Dunlap. Normal Community relies on Love for their remarkable football success. Get 25NewsStreaming on your smart TV — it’s free and easy. Watch live newscasts,...
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Peoria city leaders set sights on redevelopment of Northwoods Mall area
A state-sponsored economic development incentive could facilitate a revitalization and transformation of the Northwoods Mall site in Peoria. The city intends to establish an Illinois STAR Bond District, which stands for sales tax and revenue, with the hope of attracting destination-based retail, entertainment and tourism opportunities. “This is a huge...
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Toys R Us Reopens At A Peoria Mall After Closing In 2018, And The Mall Manager Says Everybody Missed It
For a lot of folks in Peoria, Illinois, the sign alone is enough to bring back a flood of memories. Toys R Us is open again at Northwoods Mall, and it opened its doors on Thursday, November 5, 2026. The store sits on the mall’s lower level, as the opening day report describes, and it […]
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Peoria’s 139th Santa Claus Parade set for Nov. 27 as organizers announce future transition
PEORIA, Ill. – One of Central Illinois’ longest-running holiday traditions is returning later this month, with a change in leadership planned for the coming years. Peoria Area Community Events (PACE) announced that the 139th annual Santa Claus Parade will take place Friday, November 27, beginning at 9:15 a.m. in downtown Peoria.
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College signings for Nov. 12, 2026
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD/WYZZ) — High school seniors signed with college sports programs at two big signing ceremonies on Thursday. Ten student-athletes were honored at a signing ceremony at Dunlap High School. Three were a part of Dunlap’s conference and regional championship baseball team which won 30 games last spring. Brett Alkire (California State-Bakersfield), Carter Lippens […]
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My Mother’s Community Garden expands food access on Peoria’s Southside
PEORIA (25News Now) – A community garden on Peoria’s Southside is helping families gain access to fresh produce while providing educational opportunities and resources to the neighborhood. What started as a family tradition has grown into a community resource known as My Mother’s Community Garden, which has now...
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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,...
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Area home contractor gifts new roof to Peoria veteran
A Peoria veteran is thankful for a surprise new roof gifted to him by a Creve Coeur home improvement contractor Tuesday morning. Perfect Choice Home Solutions partnered with IKO Roofing Contractors, Richards Building Supply and Daker Seamless Gutters for the repair. The roof replacement was the first time Perfect Choice had done renovation work for a veteran since it replaced windows for a veteran a few years ago.
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Northwoods Mall prepares for Black Friday rush
Northwoods Mall is preparing for the Black Friday shopping rush with extended hours and is considering various redevelopment plans, including filling vacancies left by former tenants like The Children's Place and exploring options for its former Sears and RoomPlace locations.
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Eureka Heads to Aurora for Season Finale
MONTGOMERY, Ill. – Eureka football closes its season Saturday with a road matchup against Aurora. The Spartans are 4-5 overall and 4-3 in Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference play. RED DEVIL RUNDOWN. Eureka is seeking its first victory of the season after falling to fellow winless foe Rockford, 38-14, last...
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Faith meets medical innovation: Peoria Franciscan sister helps surgeons prepare for complex operations
PEORIA (25News Now) -As the sisters at OSF HealthCare in Peoria celebrate 150 years of serving the community, one Franciscan sister is combining her love for God and medical innovation to help prepare surgeons for some of their most complex operations. Sister M. Pieta Keller, F.S.G.M., is a Purdue-trained biomedical...
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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...
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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...