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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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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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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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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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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 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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Community Foundation awards more than $450,000 to Central Illinois nonprofits
PEORIA (25News Now) - The Community Foundation of Central Illinois awarded more than $450,000 to 32 local nonprofits in its fall grant cycle, the foundation said. The foundation said the money was awarded through three grant programs and supports programs serving people across the region. It said the grants support community needs, job training and programs for women and girls.
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Wenona Legion Auxiliary Accepting Donations for Veterans
For more than six years Wenona Legion Auxiliary has been providing to those, who once served our country at the Illinois Veterans Home in La Salle. The Legion Auxiliary is reaching out to the community to consider giving back to veterans at the home in La Salle this holiday season. A growing need of food, clothing and daily essential items are part of what can make a great difference in the lives of our local veterans.
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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 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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Peoria Area Food Bank prepares holiday meals as need for assistance grows
PEORIA (25News Now) -The Peoria Area Food Bank, is preparing to distribute Thanksgiving staples to families across the community as demand for food assistance continues to increase. The bank is on the southside located at 721 W McBean St. near PCCO building. Which serves as a resource for other food...
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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...