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Peoria News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Peoria News Today is your daily source for the latest headlines and stories shaping Peoria and Central Illinois. From local government and business developments to healthcare, education, public safety, manufacturing, economic growth, and community events across Peoria County, we bring you the news that matters most—in just a few minutes. Whether you're a longtime resident, a newcomer, or simply want to stay connected to one of Central Illinois' largest and most important regional hubs, Peoria…
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Bloomington Explosion Rocks Neighborhood | Peoria News
A massive explosion rocked Bloomington, Illinois, around midnight, leveling a home, destroying five cars, and sending eight people to the hospital. The blast…
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Tim Curry’s Legacy in Film and Voice | Peoria News
Tim Curry, the legendary actor who brought unforgettable villains and eccentric characters to life — from Dr. Frank-N-Furter in The Rocky Horror Picture Show…
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Watch the Blood Moon Rise | Peoria News
Don’t forget to look up this Thursday night into Friday morning — a stunning “blood moon” lunar eclipse is rolling across North America, turning the moon a…
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Shots Fired Near Peoria Courthouse | Peoria News
Shots fired Wednesday morning near Peoria’s courthouse—just blocks away on Hamilton Blvd—prompted a fast police response as a vehicle sped off after the…
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West Side Roadmap Approved | Peoria News
Bloomington’s city council just approved a historic, community-driven roadmap for the West Side — the first in 18 years — aimed at boosting safety, expanding…
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Bloomington Forums on Data Center Rules | Peoria News
Bloomington is hosting another community forum this Wednesday, August 26th at 5 PM to tackle the growing debate over data centers — with experts, city leaders…
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Hand Injury at Caterpillar Foundry | Peoria News
A Caterpillar worker at the Mapleton Foundry suffered a hand injury Tuesday when a contractor’s hand came into contact with machinery — thankfully, not…
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Brim Enters Race for Ward 8 | Peoria News
A new challenger, Charles Brim, has entered the race for Bloomington’s Ward 8 City Council seat, challenging incumbent Kent Lee with a clear platform: stop big…
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Dolly Parton’s Legacy Lives On | Peoria News
Country music legend Dolly Parton has passed away at 80, peacefully in Nashville surrounded by loved ones after a battle with cancer. Known for her iconic…
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Jason Rockhold Faces New Sexual Assault Charges | Peoria News
Jason Rockhold, a former coach facing serious new charges in Tazewell County, is accused of predatory sexual assault of a child under 13 and criminal sexual…
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Candlewood Bridge Reopens After Historic Restoration | Peoria News
Washington just reopened its historic 100-year-old Candlewood Bridge — one of only two stone arch bridges from its era still standing and in use. Built…
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Tazewell County Unaffected by Mail Ballot Ruling | Peoria News
Despite the Supreme Court’s ruling allowing Trump to push for mail-in ballot restrictions, Tazewell County is moving full steam ahead with its election…
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Free Cat Adoptions This Week | Peoria News
Fulton County’s Humane Society is drowning in cats—45 new arrivals in two weeks bring the total to 193. To clear the shelter, they’re waiving all adoption fees…
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Lake Ontario Gets America Name | Peoria News
The President’s rumored plan to rename Lake Ontario to Lake America is sparking national debate, tied to escalating U.S.-Canada trade tensions. With Canada…
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Creve Coeur Police Leadership Shake-Up | Peoria News
Creve Coeur’s police department is in upheaval as three top officials — including Chief Justin Egan, Deputy Chief Dan Nelson, and Officer Dustin Ward —…
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Upscale Korean Eats at Epiphany Farms | Peoria News
Discover Epiphany Farms in downtown Bloomington, where farm-to-table meets upscale Korean flair at Anju Above. Founder Ken Myszka serves bold, healthy dishes…
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75-Year-Old Accused in Canton Festival Theft | Peoria News
A 75-year-old man, Craig West, faces felony theft charges for allegedly stealing over $500 from the Canton Friendship Festival — a beloved community event…
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Peoria Schools Budget On Track | Peoria News
Peoria Public Schools stays on budget despite CFO Michael Curry’s sudden exit, with Superintendent Jerry Bell confirming the tentative budget will be released…
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New Classrooms for Every Student | Peoria News
Unit Five School Board approves major new school construction projects set to transform learning spaces for students at Towanda Elementary and Parkside Junior…
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Busing Chaos at Pekin Schools | Peoria News
Pekin Public School District 108 is still wrestling with chaotic bus routes after a major transportation meltdown that forced class cancellations and left kids…
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New Fine Arts College Takes Shape | Peoria News
Illinois State University’s new Wonsook Kim College of Fine Arts is transforming campus life with a bold, multi-phase build blending new construction and…
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Tremont Turks Step Up After Storms | Peoria News
When storms hit Tremont, Illinois, flooding and chaos struck—but the local football team, the Tremont Turks, stepped up to help. After practice, they rallied…
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Bloomington’s Storm Cleanup in Full Swing | Peoria News
Bloomington’s cleanup crews are working overtime after brutal storms, hauling away over 1,000 debris loads already—now extending hours until 6 PM to tackle the…
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Teen Faces 30 Years for Baby Abuse | Peoria News
A 19-year-old in Peoria faces up to 30 years in prison for allegedly brutally abusing a 2-month-old baby, causing severe brain bleeds and broken bones —…
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Blood Moon Eclipse Tonight | Peoria News
Don’t sleep on this cosmic spectacle: Thursday night into Friday morning, the Moon will turn a haunting blood-red during a rare partial lunar eclipse—97% of it…
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Mayor Kahl Eyes Second Term | Peoria News
Mayor John Kahl is running for re-election after seven transformative years leading East Peoria, touting a fiscally responsible approach that made the city…
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Pilot Flew Into Storm Without Oxygen | Peoria News
A Peoria lawyer, William Anderson, 73, died when his Piper PA-24 Comanche crashed after flying into dangerous weather without proper clearance or oxygen…
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McLean County Extends Storm Emergency | Peoria News
McLean County Extends Storm Emergency | Peoria News
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Peoria Schools Hire Outside Accountants | Peoria News
Peoria Public Schools is quietly hiring a pricey private accounting firm, NOW CFO, to fix deep financial messes after their new CFO quit just months in. Two…
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Two Lives Lost in One Night | Peoria News
Two lives were lost in a chillingly swift chain of events in Peoria: Malik Pickett died in a shooting near the Vibe nightclub, and moments later, innocent…
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Six Men Arrested in Child Solicitation Probe | Peoria News
Six men across a wide age range arrested in Woodford County over 30 days face serious charges for soliciting minors online and traveling to meet them —…
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Vote Now for 2026 Mascot Bracket | Peoria News
The 2026 CIProud High School Mascot Bracket Challenge is heating up with the Round of Thirty-Two voting now live—cast your one vote before Friday, September…
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Gas Prices Hit Record Highs This Late in Year | Peoria News
Gas prices in Peoria are surging again, hitting $4.31 a gallon — up six cents and a dollar higher than last year. Nationwide, diesel jumped 16 cents to $5.58…
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Lockdown Alert Across Pekin Schools | Peoria News
Pekin Community High School went into lockdown after a bomb threat—later confirmed to be a hoax swatting call—sparking panic and police presence across the…
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The World Is Boiling, and We’re Still Ignoring It | Peoria News
Scientists have been sounding the alarm on climate chaos for over a century, but the world is still dangerously unprepared. With global temps up 1.4°C and…
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709th Medical Company Trains in Malaysia | Peoria News
Illinois National Guard medics pushed their limits in Malaysia’s jungle heat during Exercise Keris Strike 26, mastering radio comms through thick foliage…
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PFEC Bus Routes Delayed for Safety | Peoria News
Pekin preschoolers are hit with bus delays as PFEC routes still need fixes—no buses run Monday, Aug. 24, so families must keep dropping off/picking up for one…
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Batman Reborn Without the Fortune | Peoria News
Batman’s stripped-down, working-class reboot in Absolute Batman is redefining the caped crusader—no billionaire playboy here, just raw trauma fueling…
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Sean Grayson Dies in Prison | Peoria News
Sean Grayson, the former sheriff’s deputy convicted of killing Sonya Massey, has died while serving a 20-year sentence for second-degree murder. Despite…
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Two Dead in Early Morning Tragedy | Peoria News
Two lives lost in a violent early morning incident in Peoria County: 26-year-old Malik Pickett was shot and died at the hospital, while 58-year-old Gary…
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Daniels Claims First Peoria Win | Peoria News
Peoria TT Races delivered a nail-biting showdown as Dallas Daniels stunned the crowd with his first-ever win, narrowly edging out defending champ Brian Bauman…
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Tammy Zywicki Case Gets New Lead | Peoria News
Thirty-four years after Tammy Zywicki vanished while driving to college, new DNA evidence and a fresh lead involving a semi-truck driver are reigniting the…
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Bradley’s Fall Semester Buzzes Back | Peoria News
Bradley University’s fall semester kicked off with a whirlwind move-in day—nearly 600 students, families, and Greek life members flooding campus to unpack…
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Ducks Race Raises Funds for Abuse Survivors | Peoria News
Ducks may have won the race, but the real champions are the survivors—thanks to a community that turned a splashy spectacle into lifesaving support. The 38th…
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Two Dead in Peoria Shooting Flee | Peoria News
At 2:45 AM in Peoria, gunfire erupted as a car sped away from police, triggering a high-speed chase that ended in tragedy. Officers found one man dead at the…
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TikTok Settles for $400M Over Kids Privacy | Peoria News
TikTok just paid $400 million to settle a major U.S. lawsuit over mishandling kids’ data — a win for parents and a wake-up call for social media giants. The…
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Band Ready to Make Some Noise | Peoria News
The high school marching band is on fire, and their director’s hype is real—this crew is “killing it” and set to wow audiences with electrifying performances…
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Two Festivals One Weekend | Peoria News
This weekend, the Twin Cities are alive with two must-see festivals: Culture Fest in Bloomington celebrates global traditions through music, dance, and food…
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Concussions in Football: Recognize and Act | Peoria News
Football season is here, and player safety—especially concussions—is more critical than ever. These injuries aren’t always obvious; you don’t need to lose…
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Normal Illinois Storm Cleanup Record | Peoria News
Normal, Illinois is on a record-breaking cleanup spree after recent storms—Public Works has removed over 15,000 cubic yards of debris, more than they hauled in…
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Five Mascots Advance to Round of 32 | Peoria News
The 2026 CIProud High School Mascot Bracket Challenge is heating up—five fierce mascots survived the first round, including the LVC Miners, Peoria Heights…
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Luna Gets New Protective Vest | Peoria News
East Peoria’s K9 unit is getting a major upgrade as Officer Luna prepares to don a brand-new bullet and stab protective vest, donated by Vested Interest in…
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Pekin Schools Grounded by Bus Chaos | Peoria News
Pekin Public School District 108’s first day of school turned into a logistical nightmare as their new bus provider, Alltown Bus Company, failed to transport…
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East Virginia Ave Closure Alert | Peoria News
Traffic alert in Normal: East Virginia Ave between South Linden and Stephens Drive shuts down Aug 24 for three weeks to install new water mains—expect detours…
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Severe Storms Threaten Friday Night Lights | Peoria News
Severe storms are brewing over Central Illinois tonight—high winds, giant hail, and even tornadoes possible. The main threat window runs 6 p.m. to midnight…
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Bailey’s Gambit in Illinois GOP Race | Peoria News
Illinois Republicans face a daunting election season with no statewide GOP officials in office and a massive funding gap—thanks to Governor JB Pritzker’s…
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Albany Woman Plotted Capitol Bombing | Peoria News
A 35-year-old Albany woman, Jessica Bowie, was arrested by the FBI for allegedly plotting to blow up New York’s state Capitol and kill senators—claiming she’d…
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Fat Marmot Week Saves Science | Peoria News
Last winter wiped out two-thirds of a Colorado marmot population due to insufficient snow cover—now the survivors are bulking up for hibernation, and…
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Arson in Peoria Parking Lot | Peoria News
Arson in Peoria Parking Lot | Peoria News
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First Pakistan Day in Central Illinois | Peoria News
Central Illinois is hosting its very first Pakistan Independence Day celebration — a vibrant, community-driven event in Mahomet on August 23rd, designed to…