Jack Bozikis

Thousands of people are expected to attend the Red, White and Boom event in East Peoria, and families are reminded to plan ahead and bring plenty of water, sunscreen, and shade, as well as to not brin...

Posted: Updated: PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Peoria firefighters are continuing their push to help local students and teachers get ready for the upcoming school year.

The Itoo Society hosted its 59th annual Shish-Ka-Bob event, featuring traditional Lebanese cuisine and supporting local nonprofits and organizations.

The Peoria German American Central Society celebrated German culture and America's 250th birthday with live music, traditional food, and family-friendly activities at their annual Volksfest.

The recent stretch of hot and dry weather in Peoria County has allowed farmers to catch up on field work and could help local crops, though farmers should be mindful of the heat and take breaks when w...

Blanche Wilson, a 108-year-old Farmington woman, celebrated her milestone birthday with family, friends, and community members, reflecting on her life of resilience, service, and community spirit.

Posted: Updated: NORMAL, Ill. (WMBD) — The owner of Pop-Up Chicken Shop is responding after a holiday pay dispute and the firing of several employees sparked backlash online over the weekend.

Centerpoint Community Church hosted a community cookout in Peoria’s East Bluff, providing free food, games, and fellowship to build relationships with residents and demonstrate their commitme…

The Central Illinois Flea Market returned to the Peoria Speedway this weekend, offering shoppers a variety of unique items and a sense of community among vendors and customers.

The American Red Cross is urging people across Central Illinois to donate blood due to a nationwide emergency blood shortage, with donations of all blood types needed to help hospitals meet patient ne...