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Chris Yates’ bold prediction for the 2026-2027 winter season
PEORIA, ILL. (WMBD) — Up until recently, it’s been a very warm Fall in central Illinois. We experienced one of the warmest Octobers on record and our first freeze came three weeks later than what climatology would suggest is “normal”. Seasonal forecasting is always a challenging endeavor, even more so in a year where we’ve […]
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Community shelters at Manual Academy amidst bomb threat
PEORIA (25News Now) - Community members sheltered in place Friday night at Manual Academy amidst a bomb threat in Peoria. Residents who live in the 1-mile radius that was evacuated are supposed to go there. One woman told 25News her son tried to come pick her up, but he couldn’t...
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Police Reports: November 13, 2026
On Nov. 9 at 5:30 a.m., BUPD received a report of derogatory messages written on paper towels scattered in the Geisert Hall ninth-floor women’s bathroom. A resident found the messages and sent a video to a student worker on her floor, who contacted the on-duty student workers. BUPD investigated the incident, linked it to the previous incident involving feces and identified the suspect. However, no criminal charges were identified.
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Peoria bomb threat shuts down holiday light show downtown
PEORIA – The Peoria Chiefs were staging Opening Night for a new holiday light show Friday at Dozer Park when they found themselves part of an evacuation zone and had to shut down the event. Downtown Peoria was cleared out and closed off by police after a bomb threat at the old ADM plant was deemed credible. That site was only about a mile from Dozer Park. “We were open for probably 45 minutes when the police showed up and said shut it down,” said Chiefs general manager Jason Mott, who had about 90 members of the public in the ballpark walking through the show. “They told us why, and it was stunning. I would venture to say none of the other teams in the Midwest League have ever had an event cancelled because of a bomb threat, that’s a new one for us. But we got everyone out of there safely and quickly.” More: Peoria police order evacuation after bomb threat at old ADM plant. What we know About the event The Chiefs are the high-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals and Dozer Park is their home venue. They put in a new lighting system a couple seasons
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'It's exciting': Veteran Peoria bartender takes over Peoria restaurant spot
After more than two decades in the bartending business, Justin Anderson felt ready to have his own spot. The Peoria native spent years searching for the right space. Untamed Chef , situated at 7338 N. University St., Peoria, seemed like an ideal option. Located close to home, Anderson described the area as “uncharted territory” for a late-night bar. In June 2023, the business was listed on Crexi for $325,000. The option initially proved too costly, so Anderson's search continued. But, in recent months, the asking price was lowered. “And that's when I jumped on it,” said Anderson, who now boasts more than 25 years in the industry and continues bartendering at Crusens on War Memorial Drive. He and business partner Austin Blair – they worked together at Crusens – took ownership of the eatery on Sept. 11. “It's exciting, overwhelming and very scary,” he said. “But … I'm very confident that we will succeed in this.” More: 'Defined area' for alcohol outlined for Downtown Peoria mall space Making a ‘more bar heavy’ space Updates are already underway as Anderson works to bring his vision to life. New TVs have been installed, and Anderson also added a jukebox and new speakers.
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A Guy Walks Into 365 Bars…Again! Bar Number 259: Koch Street Bar & Grill
——- Bar Number 259: Koch Street Bar & Grill, Thursday, November 12, 2026. When I got home, I got a nice text (I left the MBIP business card at the bar which has my phone number on it) from the owner of the Koch St. Bar & Grill, Dashmir Besimi and he sent a photo of himself and his wife, Michelle, pictured above.
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Country Star Jon Pardi Abruptly Cancels Concert Following ‘Active Local Safety Concern’: ‘We Need Everybody to Get Out of the Building’
‘The show is not gonna happen tonight. I can’t tell you what’s going on, but today is a weird day anyway because of the flights being shut down… I want y’all safe,” the country star told fans shortly before the concert was set to begin.
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Credible Bomb Threat at Major Grain Processing Plant Triggers Mandatory Evacuations Across Downtown and Riverfront Levee District as Gridlock Grips Evening Roads
PEORIA, Ill. — Mandatory evacuations were underway Friday evening in downtown Peoria and the East Peoria levee district after a credible bomb threat was made against the ADM factory. Caterpillar, ADM, the Peoria Civic Center, and nearby stores, neighborhoods and businesses were all ordered to evacuate. Authorities closed roads around the area as thousands of people left the zone during the evening hours.
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Instant Reaction: Athens Talks State Semifinal Win Over Illini Bluffs
The Athens Warriors are bound for the 1A volleyball championship match after a three set victory over Illini Bluffs at CEFCU Arena on Friday morning. We spoke to Maddie Womble, Lydia Hart, Arabelle Cunningham and Head Coach Britani Morrison after their semifinal win. The Warriors play for a State title Saturday at 10:30 am. Our Athens volleyball coverage at State is brought to you by Goodenow Insurance for Athens, serving all your Medicare insurance needs and more.
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25 Sports Friday- November 13, 2026-Tri-Valley and Illini Bluffs battle in IHSA Volleyball state semi-finals
PEORIA (25News Now) -Tri-Valley advances to the 2A volleyball state title game. Illini Bluffs loses their semi-final match. Get 25NewsStreaming on your smart TV — it’s free and easy. Watch live newscasts, recent newscasts, top news stories, updated forecasts, local sports highlights, and exclusive content. Search “WEEK 25 News” to install.
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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,...