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Illinois congressmen split on 'Big Beautiful Bill'

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Illinois congressmen split on 'Big Beautiful Bill'

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PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) -- As Congress races to meet a self-imposed July 4th deadline for the sweeping reconciliation bill, Illinois lawmakers are clashing over its potential impact on communities that rely on Medicaid and SNAP benefits. U.S. Rep. Darin LaHood (R-Ill.) said the so-called 'Big Beautiful Bill' will help working people, but his Democratic counterpart, U.S. Rep. Eric Sorensen said it will do just the opposite, while devastating the comm…See the Story

Volksfest: Family-Friendly German Fest at Hickory Grove

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Volksfest: Family-Friendly German Fest at Hickory Grove

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DUNLAP, Ill. (WMBD) -- Fans of German culture will be able to enjoy fun, food, and German beer this weekend in Peoria County. The German American Central Society will hold Volksfest on Sunday, July 6. The German-themed event will take place from 12 p.m.-8 p.m. at Hickory Grove Park in Dunlap. "It's a family activity, expect some good German food, and of course, good cold German beer," John Dewey, the president of the German American Central Soci…See the Story

East Peoria Police Department announce enhanced security at 'Red White and Boom'

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East Peoria Police Department announce enhanced security at 'Red White and Boom'

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EAST PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) -- The East Peoria Police Department announced that they will have enhanced security measures at this year's Choose Greater Peoria Red White & Boom. East Peoria police will have a security perimeter established around Riverfront Park as an extra precaution during the event, Chief David Catton said. He said that it's not due to any specific threat, but part of an ongoing effort to keep the celebration secure and family-fr…See the Story

Promotion From Within Lands Peoria Heights a New Police Chief

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PEORIA HEIGHTS, Ill. (WMBD) -- Peoria Heights has a new police chief after its old one retired and a deputy was promoted. Deputy Police Chief Chris Ahart was promoted to Police Chief after Dustin Sutton's retirement after 30 years within the department, said Mike Bailey, a village spokesman. That doesn't mean Sutton is gone from the village. He'll remain in his position as the village administrator. Ahart is a Washington native who now lives in …Indonesia · Indonesia See the Story

Chiefs lights up for 21 runs in rout of Cubs, Peoria City ties Des Moines 0-0 in rematch

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PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) - The Peoria Chiefs lit up the night sky Tuesday night maybe even more than the upcoming 4th of July fireworks. They took down the archrival South Bend Cubs 21-2, scoring the final 20 unanswered. Peoria City soccer played Des Moines to a scoreless draw while honoring the Peoria Notre Dame girls soccer team at halftime for their state-runner up finish this season.Chicago Cubs · Peoria Read Article

Morton ace Ryan Schaffnit already preparing for Bradley career

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PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) - Ace pitcher Ryan Schaffnit's high school career with Morton ended earlier than he and the Potters were hoping for. Piano-playing pitcher Ryan Schaffnit having virtuoso season at Morton But the 6' 6" right-hander now has his sights set on the Bradley Braves. "Senior season was really good, we started really well. Just came up short in the postseason," Schaffnit said. "Lots of good teams in the area and in our regional,…Peoria, Illinois · Peoria Read Article

On the Record: Bloomington nonprofit to build homeless shelter village

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PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) -- A Bloomington nonprofit is seeking community donations to make its newest effort a reality in the fight against homelessness. Matt Burgess, CEO of Home Sweet Home Ministries, appeared on WMBD News: On the Record to discuss their newest initiative, The Bridge Shelter Village, and how you can help. "A project like this is really needed because our tried and true methods of addressing homelessness have not solved homelessness…Peoria, Illinois · Peoria Read Article

On the Record: Peoria City Councilman Andre Allen talks Expo Gardens purchase, motel project

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PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) -- Its the end of an era for Exposition Gardens, but the city of Peoria already has big plans for the property's future. Fourth District Councilman Andre Allen joined "WMBD News: On the Record" to talk about what opportunities could be possible for the future, and what the closure means to the Richwoods High School graduate. The city council approved the $1.25 million purchase of the 70-acre triple lot on Tuesday, which was s…Peoria, Illinois · Peoria Read Article

Crews from Normal and Bloomington respond to house fire

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NORMAL, Ill. (WMBD) -- The Normal Fire Department responded to a house fire at the 1900 block of Claremont Country Club Commons on Wednesday. Normal police were blocking the street and crews from both the Normal and Bloomington Fire Departments responded to the scene. Our reporter on the scene said that there was a lot of smoke in the area due to the fire. All occupants were able to escape safely, and two dogs were rescued from the home and admi…House Fire · Peoria Read Article

Trial proceeds in OSF doctor's sexual abuse case against Gibson City teen

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FORD COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) -- Ford County will proceed with felony charges against a former Bloomington-area doctor accused of sex crimes involving a 14-year-old in Gibson City. Kynan A. Brown, a former OSF St. Joseph Medical Center doctor, is charged with two counts of aggravated criminal sexual abuse, and one count of traveling to meet a minor. Rantoul police arrest man for attempted murder of Ludlow resident WCIA’s partners with the Ford …Peoria, Illinois · Peoria Read Article

Bloomington police seek suspect in business cash theft

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