Category Archives: Local News
State Police records reveal new details in Peoria Councilman Velpula's DUI case
PEORIA (25News Now) -Newly obtained Illinois State Police records are providing additional details about the DUI investigation involving Peoria City Council member Kiran Velpula. Records include a sec...
Oct 6, 2026
State Farm raising insurance rates 8% for Illinois homeowners, citing severe weather trends
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. (25News Now) - State Farm is raising rates for customers by an average 8% for Illinois homeowners' insurance coverage, citing rising costs associated with "more frequent and severe" ...
Oct 6, 2026 (State Farm)
Tazewell County's 'Greatest Generation' dwindles to precious few after death of beloved World War II vet
MORTON, Ill. (25News Now) - A Tazewell County World War II veteran is being remembered for his service, humor and commitment to his community. Robert "Bob" Lake of Morton died Monday morning. He was 9...
Oct 5, 2026
Injured Peoria County murder suspect 'sedated' as judge reschedules hearing
PEORIA, Ill. (25News Now) - The attorney for the suspect in a Peoria County double homicide provided a medical update about his client, who remains hospitalized with serious injuries. Jeremiah Duncan,...
Oct 5, 2026 Peoria County Sheriff's Office
UPDATE: Woman dies after being shot, crashing into Peoria business
UPDATE 9:00 AM: PEORIA, Ill. - A woman has died after being shot and crashing her vehicle into a Peoria business Monday afternoon. Peoria Police say officers were called to the 600 block of South West...
Oct 5, 2026 (Midwest Communications)
16-year-old arrested with stolen handgun after foot chase
PEORIA, Ill. - A 16-year-old was arrested after Peoria Police say officers found a stolen handgun on him before he ran from police Saturday evening. Police say officers encountered a group of juvenile...
Oct 5, 2026
John Cleese bringing 'Monty Python and the Holy Grail' event to Peoria
PEORIA, Ill. - Comedy legend and Monty Python co-founder John Cleese is coming to Peoria next spring for a screening of Monty Python and the Holy Grail followed by a live appearance. "John Cleese: Sti...
Oct 5, 2026
Mattress fire causes smoke damage to Peoria home, no injuries reported
PEORIA, Ill. - No one was injured after a mattress caught fire inside a Peoria home Sunday afternoon. The Peoria Fire Department was called to a home in the 300 block of East Archer Avenue just before...
Oct 5, 2026 (Midwest Communications)
Peoria gas prices fall another 5 cents, remain $1.44 higher than last year
PEORIA, Ill. - Gas prices continue to move lower in Peoria, although drivers are still paying significantly more than they were a year ago. GasBuddy says the average price in Peoria fell 5.2 cents ove...
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Five Points Washington launches $3 million campaign for facility improvements
WASHINGTON, Ill. - Five Points Washington has launched a $3 million capital campaign to fund improvements to its aquatics facilities, performing arts center and community gathering spaces. The organiz...
Oct 5, 2026 Five Points Washington has launched “Reimagine the Future of Our Community,” a $3 million capital campaign supporting improvements to aquatics, the Caterpillar Performing Arts Center and community gathering spaces. With $1.8 million already raised, the campaign is inviting the community to help reach its goal.
