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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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Morton CUSD 709 schools receive the highest-level performance rating - exemplary
Morton Community Unit School District 709 is proud to announce exceptional performance on the 2026 School Report Card, highlighting high academic standards and student growth across all district schools. This accomplishment directly aligns withour steadfast commitment to Morton 709’s core strategic pillars:. Preparing Students and Staff for the Future...
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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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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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Pekin City Council member David Nutter announces 2027 mayoral campaign
PEKIN (25News Now) - Pekin City Council member David Nutter announced Tuesday that he is running for mayor in the 2027 municipal election, setting up a potential rematch with incumbent Mayor Mary Burress. Nutter, who has served on the City Council since 2019, previously challenged Burress in the 2023 mayoral...
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Three Athletes Commit to Bradley Softball on National Signing Day
PEORIA, Ill. – Bradley Softball announces the signing of three student-athletes for the 2027-28 season on National Signing Day. KAYLIN HINERMAN | INF/UTILITY | OMAHA, NEBRASKA | GRETNA EAST HIGH SCHOOL. Kaylin Hinerman, from Omaha, NE., is currently a senior at Gretna East High School. At Grenta East she...
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Normal West Nolan Howe is a leader and captain and 2-point specialist for the Wildcats
PEORIA (25News Now) - Nolan Howe dreamed of being QB1 at Normal West. Instead, he’s thrived as the 2-point QB and all around player and leader for the Wildcats!. 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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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...
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Operation Roll Call raises nearly $49,000 for Greater Peoria Honor Flight
PEORIA (25News Now) - Thousands of dollars were raised Wednesday night to help Central Illinois veterans travel to Washington, D.C., through the Greater Peoria Honor Flight. 25News partnered with the Greater Peoria Honor Flight for its annual Operation Roll Call phone-a-thon on Veterans Day. Throughout the evening, volunteers answered donation calls from viewers across Central Illinois.