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Check out how the rest of the country celebrated
05/07/2024

Check out how the rest of the country celebrated

Fireworks were expected to reach an all-time high with 16,000 professional shows lighting up the horizon, a consumer fireworks industry group said.

The capsule contained items such as newspapers, souvenir coins, keychains and other items from 1976 - America’s own bice...
05/07/2024

The capsule contained items such as newspapers, souvenir coins, keychains and other items from 1976 - America’s own bicentennial.

The City of Pekin celebrated Independence Day and its bicentennial by turning back time, opening up a time capsule buried nearly 50 years ago in 1976.

05/07/2024

A few isolated showers and storms may be possible tonight, but they are expected to hold off until after fireworks this evening.

OSF statement does not say how far the patient fell.
04/07/2024

OSF statement does not say how far the patient fell.

Statement from OSF did not include how far the man fell.

YOUR VOICE POLL QUESTION: What's the most ridiculous thing you've ever done to try to fit in?A. Wore Clothes that weren...
04/07/2024

YOUR VOICE POLL QUESTION: What's the most ridiculous thing you've ever done to try to fit in?
A. Wore Clothes that weren't my style
B. Pretended to like music I hated
C. Faked a hobby
D. Agreed with a crazy opinion

Let your voice be heard and cast your vote: https://www.25newsnow.com/poll/

THROWBACK: For tonight's You Gotta Eat, we're taking it back to 4 Corners Smokehouse in Groveland.Because what's more Am...
04/07/2024

THROWBACK: For tonight's You Gotta Eat, we're taking it back to 4 Corners Smokehouse in Groveland.

Because what's more American than BBQ? 🇺🇸 🎆🍖

4 Corners Smokehouse in Tazewell County

People have been gathering for hours to reserve that perfect spot.
04/07/2024

People have been gathering for hours to reserve that perfect spot.

State's largest fireworks display set for 9:30 p.m.

“It gives them another opportunity to recognize how blessed we are to be in a community and a country like this.”
04/07/2024

“It gives them another opportunity to recognize how blessed we are to be in a community and a country like this.”

Independence Day was a family affair in Eureka.

A few isolated showers and storms may be possible tonight, but it looks like they will hold off until after fireworks.
04/07/2024

A few isolated showers and storms may be possible tonight, but it looks like they will hold off until after fireworks.

Timing out slight rain chances tonight and tomorrow.

South Side of Chicago "scene of another tragedy” on the Fourth of July
04/07/2024

South Side of Chicago "scene of another tragedy” on the Fourth of July

Deputy Chief Don Jerome said two women are dead and three children are wounded after a home was shot into by people who got out of two vehicles at around 6:15 a.m. Thursday.

Mexico’s popular Caribbean coast prepared shelters, evacuated some small outlying coastal communities and even moved sea...
04/07/2024

Mexico’s popular Caribbean coast prepared shelters, evacuated some small outlying coastal communities and even moved sea turtle eggs off beaches threatened by storm surge.

What had been the earliest storm to develop into a Category 5 hurricane in the Atlantic, weakened to a Category 3 by early Thursday but remained a major hurricane.

A hiring suspension and a spending freeze have been in effect at the school since June 1.
04/07/2024

A hiring suspension and a spending freeze have been in effect at the school since June 1.

Interim president Kristi Mindrup said the university needs to reduce spending by $20 million, and those 36 former employees represented 15% of that amount, or about $3 million.

The fire department also says a firefighter was treated and released after suffering a minor injury.
04/07/2024

The fire department also says a firefighter was treated and released after suffering a minor injury.

A Canton resident was treated for smoke inhalation after a kitchen fire Thursday night.

A West Peoria couple attended every 4th of July parade except one since it started 52 years ago!
04/07/2024

A West Peoria couple attended every 4th of July parade except one since it started 52 years ago!

Hundreds of families attend West Peoria's 52nd annual Fourth of July Parade.

04/07/2024

We may see a few funnel clouds this afternoon. If you see one and can take a picture, post it below!

There's a new men's champ at the annual Nathan’s hot dog eating contest
04/07/2024

There's a new men's champ at the annual Nathan’s hot dog eating contest

He surpassed his personal best of 55 hot dogs.

The driver of the car and delivery van were taken to an area hospital with serious injuries, State Police said.
04/07/2024

The driver of the car and delivery van were taken to an area hospital with serious injuries, State Police said.

State Police say the crash happened in the westbound lanes of Interstate 74 between Bloomington and Downs just before 10 p.m.

Just had an amazing In The Know interview with Winter Katterhenry from Wildlife Prairie Park! We talked about upcoming e...
04/07/2024

Just had an amazing In The Know interview with Winter Katterhenry from Wildlife Prairie Park! We talked about upcoming events and met Picasso the turtle, the 25News Midday July animal ambassador. Don't miss out!

We just had an amazing In The Know interview with the Chillicothe Players about their upcoming performance of "Rainey Me...
04/07/2024

We just had an amazing In The Know interview with the Chillicothe Players about their upcoming performance of "Rainey Meadows." Don't miss this thrilling show! Watch for dates and ticket info!

HOT TAKES ALERT: Are fireworks overrated? Sound off in the comments below and give us your Hot Takes.
04/07/2024

HOT TAKES ALERT: Are fireworks overrated?

Sound off in the comments below and give us your Hot Takes.

With a taste of the innovations and variety coming out of craft breweries, consumers are demanding a higher-quality prod...
04/07/2024

With a taste of the innovations and variety coming out of craft breweries, consumers are demanding a higher-quality product—and are willing to pay more for it.

Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated beers in Illinois using ratings from BeerAdvocate.

With holiday celebrations kicking off, it’s worth a reminder to be careful with fireworks!
04/07/2024

With holiday celebrations kicking off, it’s worth a reminder to be careful with fireworks!

With Independence Day right around the corner, it’s worth a reminder to be very careful with fireworks.

Olympian Anna Peplowski weighs in on plans to close her hometown pool.
04/07/2024

Olympian Anna Peplowski weighs in on plans to close her hometown pool.

The same small-town Metamora pool that started an Olympic dream is set to close after this summer.

Kewanee Police say one of the vehicles was stolen out of Peoria.
04/07/2024

Kewanee Police say one of the vehicles was stolen out of Peoria.

They were issued juvenile referrals and released to their guardians or DCFS

Drivers can expect plenty of traffic on the roads, and passengers should brace for busy airports.
04/07/2024

Drivers can expect plenty of traffic on the roads, and passengers should brace for busy airports.

Millions of Americans will be traveling this Fourth of July holiday.

04/07/2024

West Peoria Parade

Happy Independence Day Central Illinois!
04/07/2024

Happy Independence Day Central Illinois!

Independence Day is right around the corner, and 25 News is highlighting some of the biggest events happening in the area.

He was also previously convicted of felony offenses in 2004 and 2005 in Cook County along with two prior federal convict...
04/07/2024

He was also previously convicted of felony offenses in 2004 and 2005 in Cook County along with two prior federal convictions for firearm possession in the Central District of Illinois in 2008 and 2014, according to the Department of Justice.

Collins pleaded guilty in the case in February.

Drowning is the leading cause of death for children 1-4 years old and the second leading cause of unintentional injury d...
04/07/2024

Drowning is the leading cause of death for children 1-4 years old and the second leading cause of unintentional injury death for children 5-14 years old, according to the CDC.

Greater Peoria YMCA demonstrates swimming skills you can teach to your kids.

Happy Independence Day Central Illinois! Get ready for the biggest fireworks display in the state as the city prepares f...
04/07/2024

Happy Independence Day Central Illinois! Get ready for the biggest fireworks display in the state as the city prepares for up to 200 thousand people for this year's Red, White, and Boom... Jolie has all that and more in today's 25News Fastcast!

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A few isolated showers and storms may be possible tonight, but they are expected to hold off until after fireworks this evening.

West Peoria Parade

It won't be a total washout

Highs will remain in the 80s for the next few days, but we could see a slight break in the humidity by the end of the week.

After cryptocurrency users are being scammed, they're being targeted AGAIN by cybercriminals posing as "lawyers".

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We may still need a little luck on our side, but forecast models are trending drier for tomorrow. Some showers and storms will still be possible at times though. Here's the latest timing.

Isolated strong storms possible

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We'll be sunny but warmer and muggy this afternoon. Clouds return later today ahead of storm chances tonight.

Isolated strong storms possible

Another round of showers and storms looks likely tomorrow night and early Wednesday morning. Our chances for severe weather are low, but locally gusty winds and heavy rain may be possible at times.

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We'll have more clouds later this afternoon, but otherwise today's weather is pretty much a repeat of yesterday's. Warmer and more humid weather returns tomorrow.

Warm and humid air pushes east

Warm and humid start the weekend

Another round of showers and storms will be possible tonight, but it should end early tomorrow morning.

Keep the umbrella close by this afternoon and early evening. We could see some showers moving through. Here's the latest.

The countdown to #Paris2024 is on! With less than a month to go until the #summerolympics, the 25News Today team checked in with NBC News’ Jay Gray at the gymnastics trials from Minneapolis this morning!

25News Today Checks In with Jay Gray at Gymnastics Trials
25News Today Checks In with Jay Gray at Gymnastics Trials

The countdown is on to #Paris2024! The 25News Today team checked in with NBC News' Jay Gray in Minneapolis as he previewed this weekend's gymnastics trials for the #summerolympics. Check it out here!

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