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Here are the 7 schools around Peoria headed to the 2024 IHSA bass fishing state finals
The Illinois High School Association held its bass fishing sectionals across the state on Thursday as 75 boats advanced from 25 different sites to the state finals — scheduled for May 17-18 at Carlyle Lake. Among the advancers were eight boats representing seven schools from the Peoria area, plus another three boats earning spots as alternates. ...
Man arrested after allegedly getting out of stolen vehicle with loaded handgun, drugs
PEORIA (25News Now) - A man was arrested after allegedly possessing a stolen vehicle, drugs and a weapon. Peoria Police say Daniel J. Neltner, 37, was seen getting out of the driver’s seat of a stolen vehicle at the Circle K in the 2900 block of Northeast Adams Street around 10:30 p.m. Friday.
Peoria Police Alert: 'Phantom Hacker' Phone Scam Targets Senior Citizens' Savings
Peoria Police have issued an alert about a conniving new phone scam dubbed the “Phantom Hacker,” which has been targeting senior citizens, fleecing some of their entire life savings. The multi-stage scam begins with a tech impostor convincing victims to inadvertently grant them remote access to personal devices under the guise of virus protection service, the force said in a warning to residents.
Dream Center Peoria launches housing program for young moms
WASHINGTON (25News Now) - Dream Center Peoria opened the doors to Zoe House in Washington on Tuesday. It’s a free program benefiting young moms and their babies. They will live at the house for a year to 18 months so they can experience a family-type environment. Dream Center also...
Two men arrested on multiple gun charges on Sunday
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — The Peoria Police Department arrested two men for multiple alleged gun charges after a traffic stop near Knoxville and Arcadia avenues on Sunday. According to police spokeswoman Semone Roth, officers stopped a vehicle at approximately 12:44 a.m. for a traffic violation and then decided to search the vehicle.
Are you ready for cicadas to arrive in northern Illinois? Here's what's coming and when
When periodical cicadas appear in Illinois this month, they will mostly be from one of two groups in a rare dual emergence — an event unseen since 1803. The southern half of Illinois will see the appearance of Brood XIX, also known as the Great Southern Brood, which emerges every 13 years. (In addition, some early arrivals from the Mississippi Valley Brood may emerge.) The upper half of the state — including Chicago, Rockford and Peoria — will see Brood XIII, the Northern Illinois Brood, on a 17-year cycle.
Peoria Woman’s personal tragedy fuels her mission
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — In September 2001, on the heels of what would become the worst national tragedy our country has ever seen — Marylee Nunley also suffered a personal tragedy — her husband Joe suffered a stroke. “At 2:42 a.m. on a Sunday afternoon, my life...
Starbucks unveils new menu items made for summer. Here are the details
This summer, Starbucks is hoping “to make a splash” with its newest seasonal Starbucks Refreshers. The Summer-Berry Starbucks Refreshers feature raspberry flavored pearls designed “to add a refreshing pop of flavor and color.” The bright red pearls are combined with a blue beverage – which incorporates blackberry, raspberry and blueberry flavors.
Can you eat cicadas? Wine-pairing and recipes for incoming broods
One person’s pest may be another person’s repast. The trillions of cicadas that will blanket wooded areas of central Illinois later this month are not only edible, but the insects are high in protein and low in fat. But what do they taste like? What is the best...
KCKCC basketball player gunned down outside home while visiting newborn son
KANSAS CITY, Kan. (KCTV) - The Kansas City, Kan., Community College Men’s Basketball Team is grieving the death of one of their own. Mikequese Taylor played for the Blue Devils and just finished his freshman season with the team. Police in Peoria, Ill., said someone shot and killed Taylor...
25 Sports High School Tuesday- May 7, 2024
(25News Now) - In Soccer, Peoria Notre Dame continued their run towards a deep run in the state playoffs with a big win. Morton won the Mid-Illini conference title with their win today, while Dunlap finishes in second after their win today as well. In softball, East Peoria and Metamora...
Peoria police are eager to expand the department’s drone program
The Peoria Police Department is expanding its fleet of drones with some updated models, with department officials calling it another example of incorporating technology to better serve the community. Sgt. Sherrell Stinson, who leads the police department's six-year-old drone program, says one of the biggest benefits is being able to...
Town Hall focuses on better pay for tipped workers
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Representatives from One Fair Wage, a national organization demanding better pay for tipped workers, made a stop in Peoria Monday night at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church. The town hall focused on House Bill 5345 in Illinois, which would see the subminimum wage eliminated in...
‘The sweetest person I have ever met and the sweetest person that others have met.’
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — It’s like something out of a made-for-TV movie for Triston Charbonnel. Boy sees girl working at movie theater. Boy gets job at movie theater. Boy and girl wind up going to prom together. But instead of a happy ending, Charbonnel’s idyllic vision was shattered...
Expanding a final resting place
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...
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