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South Peoria house a total loss after fire late Monday night, department saysPEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — A 1 1/2-story home in South Peoria was demolished after a fire caused so much damage that it couldn’t be saved, the fire department said. According to Battalion Chief Larry Carter, crews were called at 11:22 p.m. to the 2900 block of West Marquette Avenue on a report of fire. When they arrived, they saw a fully engulfed house with fire showing through the roof. Extra crews were called due to the size of the blaze.Peoria, IL8 days ago
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Free fishing coming to Illinois watersPEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — The Illinois Department of Natural Resources has announced the 2024 Free Fishing Days, and the fish should be afraid. From June 14 to June 17, or Father’s Day weekend, no fishing license is required to cast your line, nor trout or salmon stamps. In...Peoria, IL8 days ago
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2 men arrested after foot chase, discarded gun foundPEORIA (25News Now) - Two men were arrested after a reported trouble with a man who was supposedly armed. Peoria Police say 18-year-old Latrell D. Joiner was arrested on preliminary charges of aggravated domestic battery, aggravated assault, obstructing police, aggravated unlawful use of a weapon, defaced firearm, domestic battery and possession of a firearm without a valid FOID card.Peoria, IL9 days ago
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UPDATED: Victim in Monday night shooting on Peoria’s East Bluff was 13UPDATE (6/11/2024) — Peoria police said on Tuesday that the victim of a Monday night shooting on Peoria’s East Bluff was 13 years old. According to Peoria police spokesperson Semone Roth, the boy suffered a gunshot wound in his leg. He was transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.Peoria, IL10 days ago
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Salvation Army providing free food boxes later in monthPEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Families in need in Pekin and Peoria will soon have a lifeline from the Salvation Army. A summer food box giveaway starting June 18 will offer families basic food staples. It’ll be on a first-come, first-served basis. Dates and locations can be found below:Peoria, IL9 days ago
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City of Peoria warns of road closures June 15 for Steamboat ClassicPEORIA (25News Now) - Numerous roads in the city’s Downtown and North Valey areas will be closed Saturday morning for the annual running of the Steamboat Classic 15K/4-mile walk. The closures begin at 6 a.m. Saturday and last until around 10:30 a.m. The use of alternative routes is advised...Peoria, IL10 days ago
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City of Peoria prepares legal action as landfill reaches capacityPEORIA (25News Now) - The City of Peoria is looking for ways to delay the inevitable as the current landfill is set to reach capacity by the end of the year. There are two landfills for the city and county of Peoria. The first filled up in 1998, which is when the second went into operation. Decades later, the second landfill is set to fill up by the end of 2024.Peoria, IL9 days ago
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New restaurant to occupy The Spotted Cow buildingPEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Restaurant goers in Peoria will have a new option for dining soon. Following “The Spotted Cow” closing in January 2023, a new restaurant will occupy the building on Glen Ave. The name of the restaurant is “Reservations,” and was approved for food and...Peoria, IL10 days ago
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3 people hurt, multiple suspects arrested in weekend shootingsPEORIA (25News Now) - At least three people were hurt, and multiple people arrested following weekend shooting incidents in Peoria, one of which involved a stolen weapon. Two adults and one juvenile were transported to local hospitals where they are recovering from non-life-threatening wounds, according to police. Two other juveniles, a 38-year-old and an 18-year-old were arrested in connection with those events.Peoria, IL10 days ago
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Drone light show illuminates Peoria’s sky this weekendPEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — The Peoria Park District lit up the sky in an eco-friendly way Saturday night. The mesmerizing drone light show was all part of the weekend’s Park-A-Palooza event. Emily Cahill, the district’s executive director, said she believes more than 100,000 people attended Park-A-Palooza in some...Peoria, IL10 days ago
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