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WOODFORD COUNTY (25News Now) - Two people were hurt late Friday afternoon when the vehicle they were in rolled over in the grassy median on Interstate 74 near Goodfield. The crash backed up traffic on westbound I-74 as police and rescue crews rushed to the scene about 4:45 p.m. Illinois...

PEORIA, Ill. – Three people were arrested by Peoria Police as part of a drug trafficking investigation. It happened Tuesday night on Woodview Avenue near Northwoods Mall, and started as one of a number of traffic stops police were doing on vehicles they think were used in drug trafficfking.

PEORIA, Ill. – Four people have been arrested as part of a theft investigation and the alleged discovery of guns. Peoria Police say a vehicle was found on North University near the Metro Centre around 8:30 p.m. Wednesday that they believe was involved with a carjacking conspiracy. Two handguns...

The singer, songwriter and producer is known for the 2001 hit "Stutter," which hit No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, and “I Wanna Know,” which peaked at No. 4 in 2000. Overall, he has notched 15 songs on the Billboard Hot 100 and been nominated for seven Grammy Awards.

Improvements are coming to one of Peoria’s busier intersections, likely by the end of next year. Earlier this week, the Department of Public Works held an open house for community feedback on plans to reconstruct the intersection of Pioneer Parkway and University Street. “If you've driven out there recently,...

EAST PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD)– A passenger truck burst into flames late Friday evening on the McClugage Bridge. According to East Peoria Fire Chief Bobby Zimmerman, the fire was extinguished in less than three minutes after firemen arrived on the scene. One exit lane had to be blocked while the...

Court says Jessica Thomas has no right to continue serving as Peoria County auditor. Court says Jessica Thomas has no right to continue …. Court says Jessica Thomas has no right to continue serving as Peoria County auditor. Health department hosting special health service …. Health department hosting special health...

A priest with the Diocese of Dallas, Texas, Kenneth J. Roberts came in contact with children from Illinois through his role as a retreat leader for the Diocese of Peoria. Three people from Illinois have come forward to allege abuse at the hands of Roberts in the 1980s, according to a report...

Regular customers at Maquet's Rail House will notice changes at the Pekin establishment. The restaurant shared a Facebook post announcing menu changes and an updated process for to-go orders. "Change isn’t always easy, but sometimes it’s necessary to make them in order to improve the overall customer experience," the business...

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A Peoria native who was a leader in the Illinois business community has died. The Illinois Chamber of Commerce says President and CEO Todd Maisch has passed away at the age of 57. A cause of death was not announced. Maisch reportedly recently stepped away from...

PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — A Peoria man is still smiling after a series of unfortunate events. After job loss and stolen equipment, Raymond Watson, III encourages others going through difficult times to stay positive. Watson is the co-owner of FMB Productions, a family business. They specialize in audio and...

PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — The Peoria Police arrested four suspects on multiple gun charges Wednesday. According to a Peoria police press release, officers located a vehicle that was believed to be associated with an earlier theft and an ongoing motor vehicle theft conspiracy. Officers located four men in the...

PEORIA (25News Now) - Three people were arrested after multiple traffic stops on vehicles suspected of drug trafficking Tuesday. Peoria Police spokesperson Semone Roth says that the stops were done at around 6:09 p.m. on vehicles leaving the area of 4600 N. Woodview Avenue. During one of the stops, a...

PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — A motion filed this week claims a woman who fatally stabbed someone last month acted in self-defense. The document, filed in the Peoria County Circuit Clerk‘s office, states Lauraine Singleton, 41, of 715 Morgan St., was previously threatened by James Davis and she believed he would follow through on his claims.

PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD)– Officers convened on Tuesday afternoon near the 2400 block of W Antoinette for a Shot Spotter alert. According to a Peoria police press release, six rounds were fired and an adult man confirmed to officers he was shot at but not injured. Officers were able to...

PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — The “Choose Greater Peoria” initiative has brought several businesses and organizations together to attract and retain talent in Peoria. In order for that to happen, leaders of the initiative are highlighting the positive aspects of Peoria and Central Illinois. They also want more people to be aware of the campaign.

PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — The victim of the city’s 8th homicide has been identified. Peoria County Coroner Jamie Harwood said 30-year-old Rick Ranson died as a result of a multiple gunshot wounds. He likely died instantly, the coroner said. According to Semone Roth of the Peoria Police Department,...

A boy was abused by two priests when he was a freshman at Trinity High School in Bloomington in 1964. He chose to share his experiences with Illinois Attorney General's Office investigators even though talking about it prompts him to have nightmares.  “Every time I have to tell my story, I don’t sleep well for several nights,” said "Nathan," a pseudonym given to him for the report. “I just feel so much shame and guilt."  ...

PEORIA, Ill. – A Peoria man didn’t injure anyone, but he was arrested at his South Peoria home for allegedly shooting outside it. Peoria Police say James Ogle, 44, remains jailed on charges of Aggravated Discharge of a Firearm, Aggravated Assault, and Possession of a Firearm by a Felon.

With summer in full swing, coffee shops are the perfect place to meet up with your friends and catch up or plan a visit during the upcoming school year. With many coffee shops in Peoria, the selection is endless. Here are some of the most notable cafes in the River City.