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47th annual Turkey Trot raises thousands for Home Sweet Home Ministries
47th annual Turkey Trot raises thousands for Home Sweet Home Ministries
Over 2,300 runners participated in the 47th annual Turkey Trot Fun Run and Walk in Bloomington, raising $4,514 for Home Sweet Home Ministries.
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December 6, 2025 at 7:02 PM
47th annual Turkey Trot raises thousands for Home Sweet Home Ministries
Bloomington Police Department release results of Thanksgiving traffic enforcement
Bloomington Police Department release results of Thanksgiving traffic enforcement
The Bloomington Police Department reported 24 speeding citations, one electronic device use citation, 29 other traffic citations and one traffic arrest during the statewide Thanksgiving traffic enf…
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December 6, 2025 at 6:47 PM
Bloomington Police Department release results of Thanksgiving traffic enforcement
The United States 2026 World Cup tickets and complete match schedule
The United States 2026 World Cup tickets and complete match schedule
The 2026 FIFA World Cup schedule has been released. Get your tickets to see The United States while supplies last.
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December 6, 2025 at 6:32 PM
The United States 2026 World Cup tickets and complete match schedule
What's Happening: Pajamas & Pancakes and more!
What's Happening: Pajamas & Pancakes and more!
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December 6, 2025 at 5:02 PM
What's Happening: Pajamas & Pancakes and more!
Audiences set records in Peoria, Bloomington entertainment venues
Audiences set records in Peoria, Bloomington entertainment venues
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December 6, 2025 at 4:47 PM
Audiences set records in Peoria, Bloomington entertainment venues
We found 50% off an LED teeth whitening kit with 5,000 five-star ratings
We found 50% off an LED teeth whitening kit with 5,000 five-star ratings
Discover how SmilePro’s award-winning Advanced Teeth Whitening Kit can provide professional-level LED teeth whitening at home. Save 50% today.
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December 6, 2025 at 4:32 PM
We found 50% off an LED teeth whitening kit with 5,000 five-star ratings
Keep your pets warm this winter with heated beds, paw care
Keep your pets warm this winter with heated beds, paw care
Shop winter essentials for pets, including heated beds, paw balm, jackets and more. Keep your furry friends warm, safe, and happy all season long.
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December 6, 2025 at 3:32 PM
Keep your pets warm this winter with heated beds, paw care
Target's popular 10% off gift cards is happening this weekend only!
Target's popular 10% off gift cards is happening this weekend only!
Target's top annual deal has returned, letting you hit the bullseye on your holiday shopping. Save 10% off Target gift cards—this weekend only.
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December 6, 2025 at 2:32 PM
Target's popular 10% off gift cards is happening this weekend only!
Winter Weather Returns Tonight
Winter Weather Returns Tonight
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December 6, 2025 at 2:17 PM
Winter Weather Returns Tonight
When are bowl games announced? Latest projections for Illinois football
When are bowl games announced? Latest projections for Illinois football
The college football bowl game schedule will be announced on Sunday, Dec. 7. So here are Illinois' updated bowl game projections ahead of Week 15.
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December 6, 2025 at 2:02 PM
When are bowl games announced? Latest projections for Illinois football
What channel is Illinois vs. Tennessee on today? Time, TV schedule to watch
What channel is Illinois vs. Tennessee on today? Time, TV schedule to watch
What channel is Illinois basketball vs. Tennessee today? Here's how to watch, including time, TV schedule, live streaming info and game odds.
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December 6, 2025 at 1:47 PM
What channel is Illinois vs. Tennessee on today? Time, TV schedule to watch
Metamora RB Jaiduan Cranford signs with Northern Illinois
Metamora RB Jaiduan Cranford signs with Northern Illinois
METAMORA, Ill. (WMBD) – One day after Dunlap’s Mack Sutter penned his name to Alabama, another Mid-Illini star signed his letter of intent to a Division One program. Metamora running ba…
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December 6, 2025 at 1:32 PM
Metamora RB Jaiduan Cranford signs with Northern Illinois
$300K in aid proposed to keep open New Hope Apartments for Peoria’s homeless
$300K in aid proposed to keep open New Hope Apartments for Peoria’s homeless
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December 6, 2025 at 1:17 PM
$300K in aid proposed to keep open New Hope Apartments for Peoria’s homeless
It’s a Big 12 girls’ sweep with Peoria Notre Dame, Normal West, Peoria Richwoods, and Peoria Manual all notching impressive wins
Big 12 girls’ hoops also opened with Peoria Notre Dame, Normal West, Peoria Richwoods, and Peoria Manual notching impressive wins
Metamora's football and track star Jaiduan Cranford signs with NIU to continue his gridiron career
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December 6, 2025 at 1:02 PM
It’s a Big 12 girls’ sweep with Peoria Notre Dame, Normal West, Peoria Richwoods, and Peoria Manual all notching impressive wins
South Peoria house fire displaces 4, causes extensive damage
South Peoria house fire displaces 4, causes extensive damage
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December 6, 2025 at 12:47 PM
South Peoria house fire displaces 4, causes extensive damage
Normal Community, Normal West, Peoria High, Peoria Richwoods, and Peoria Manual open up Big 12 play with valuable victories
Normal Community, Normal West, Peoria High, Peoria Richwoods, and Peoria Manual open up Big 12 play with valuable victories
Morton notched a doubleheader sweep, while Metamora defended their home court over IVC
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December 6, 2025 at 12:32 PM
Normal Community, Normal West, Peoria High, Peoria Richwoods, and Peoria Manual open up Big 12 play with valuable victories
Central Illinois nonprofit expands support hotline to 24/7 service for holidays
Central Illinois nonprofit expands support hotline to 24/7 service for holidays
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December 6, 2025 at 12:17 PM
Central Illinois nonprofit expands support hotline to 24/7 service for holidays
All-time Canton and Illini great Dave Downey was honored by his alma mater, with his name now gracing the court at Alice Ingersoll Gym
All-time Canton and Illini great Dave Downey was honored by his alma mater, with his name now gracing the court at Alice Ingersoll Gym
Downey still holds the single-game scoring record at Illinois with 53 points
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December 6, 2025 at 12:02 PM
All-time Canton and Illini great Dave Downey was honored by his alma mater, with his name now gracing the court at Alice Ingersoll Gym
You Gotta Eat: River City Grill
You Gotta Eat: River City Grill
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December 6, 2025 at 4:32 AM
You Gotta Eat: River City Grill
Mega Millions numbers last night in Dec. 5 drawing jackpot: Anyone win Mega Millions? Results
Mega Millions numbers last night in Dec. 5 drawing jackpot: Anyone win Mega Millions? Results
Did anyone win the Mega Millions drawing last night, Dec. 5, 2025? Friday's winning Mega Millions numbers and lottery results for $50 million jackpot.
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December 6, 2025 at 3:32 AM
Mega Millions numbers last night in Dec. 5 drawing jackpot: Anyone win Mega Millions? Results
Local Business reacts to Illinois' decision to keep tax on tips
Local Business reacts to Illinois' decision to keep tax on tips
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December 6, 2025 at 2:47 AM
Local Business reacts to Illinois' decision to keep tax on tips
Volunteers spread holiday cheer by stuffing gift bags for local veterans
Volunteers spread holiday cheer by stuffing gift bags for local veterans
The 16th District American Legion Auxiliary is stuffing Christmas gift bags with personal care and essential items for local homebound and homeless veterans at the Bob Michel VA Outpatient Clinic.
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December 6, 2025 at 2:32 AM
Volunteers spread holiday cheer by stuffing gift bags for local veterans
Dutch Bros is coming to Bloomington; helps blossom new developments
Dutch Bros is coming to Bloomington; helps blossom new developments
Dutch Bros is opening its first Illinois location in Bloomington, with the city having streamlined its development process to make it easier for businesses to open there.
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December 6, 2025 at 2:17 AM
Dutch Bros is coming to Bloomington; helps blossom new developments
Accidental house fire in Peoria caused by 'discarded' smoking materials
Accidental house fire in Peoria caused by ‘discarded’ smoking materials
A house fire in South Peoria caused by discarded smoking materials resulted in $100,000 worth of damage, but no one was injured and the fire was contained within 10 minutes.
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December 6, 2025 at 2:02 AM
Accidental house fire in Peoria caused by 'discarded' smoking materials
Sangamon County Reacts to Sean Grayson's Attorney's request for a new trial
Sangamon County Reacts to Sean Grayson's Attorney's request for a new trial
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December 6, 2025 at 1:47 AM
Sangamon County Reacts to Sean Grayson's Attorney's request for a new trial