Category Archives: Local News
Judge hesitant to grant dismissal of lawsuit over immigration agents' use-of-force tactics in Chicago
Article Summary A Chicago federal judge on Thursday declined to immediately grant a motion by protesters who sued the Trump administration over immigration agents' use-of-force tactics this fall after...
Jan 08, 2026 Several immigration enforcement agents push back media and protestors as U.S. Customs and Border Patrol Commander Gregory Bovino makes his way out of the federal courthouse in downtown Chicago on Oct. 28, 2025. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Andrew Adams)
Pritzker signs major energy reform bill amid projected shortages
Article Summary The Clean and Reliable Grid Affordability Act incentivizes battery storage among other measures aimed at bolstering grid reliability. It creates "virtual power plants" aimed at harvest...
Jan 08, 2026 An industrial-scale battery storage facility at G&W Electric in Bolingbrook, which was installed in 2024. (Capitol News Illinois file photo)
Peoria Public Schools narrows superintendent search to two finalists
PEORIA, Ill. (25 News) - The search for Peoria Public Schools' next superintendent has come down to two candidates as the district prepares for a leadership transition this summer. 25 News reports Dr....
Jan 08, 2026 1470 WMBD/Kristina Leahy
Bailey proposes 'Illinois DOGE' as Republican governor's race focuses on spending
Article Summary Republican candidate for governor Darren Bailey is proposing a Department of Government Efficiency for Illinois modeled after the failed Trump administration initiative. Bailey said hi...
Jan 08, 2026 Republican candidate for governor Darren Bailey speaks at a news conference with running mate Aaron Del Mar on Jan. 8, 2026. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jenna Schweikert)
Princeville parents petition for Superintendent's removal following incident with student
PRINCEVILLE, Ill. (25 News) - A group of parents in Princeville have started a petition calling for the removal of the school district's superintendent following allegations he roughly handled a young...
Jan 08, 2026 Princeville CUSD 326
Caterpillar partners with NVIDIA to bring AI to construction and mining equipment
LAS VEGAS, NV. (25 News) - Caterpillar is taking a major step into the artificial intelligence era with an expanded partnership with chipmaker NVIDIA announced at the Consumer Electronics Show. 25 New...
Jan 08, 2026 The company logo for Caterpillar is displayed on a screen on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York City, U.S., April 15, 2025. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid
Peoria's WTVP weighs in on closing of Corporation for Public Broadcasting
PEORIA, Ill. (25 News) - After the Corporation For Public Broadcasting announced on Monday that the board voted to dissolve the organization, the local PBS affiliate in Peoria, WTVP-TV, said it is foc...
Jan 08, 2026 (25 News)
Bradley University to launch online master's degree in English for fall 2026
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD RADIO) - Bradley University is expanding its graduate offerings with a new fully online Master of Arts in English program designed for working professionals and lifelong learners. T...
Jan 07, 2026 (Bradley University)
Peoria Public Library partners with Scripps National Spelling Bee
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD RADIO) - Local students will once again have the opportunity to compete for a spot at the Scripps National Spelling Bee thanks to a new partnership announced by Peoria Public Librar...
Jan 07, 2026 Peoria Public Library
Peoria seeking public input on sidewalks, crossings to improve ADA accessibility
PEORIA, Ill. (25 News) - The City of Peoria is asking residents to help identify areas where pedestrian infrastructure needs improvement, with a particular focus on making the city more accessible for...
Jan 07, 2026 (City of Peoria)
