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Red, White and BOOM! less than a month away
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Every Fourth of July, there are traditions such as cook-outs, hanging out with family and if you in the Peoria area, there's a really big fireworks show on the riverfront. The Chose Greater Peoria Red, White and BOOM! looks to once again draw in hundreds of thousands of people, to prove once again they are the 'best fireworks show in Illinois.' Every year, both sides of the Illinois River are lined with spectators. Some people stake out their prime watching spot early in the day and camp out. Others watch from as far away as Glen Oak Park. According to state Rep. Jehan Gordan-Booth, the event is perfect for people of all ages. 'Whether you have a six-month-old or an 89-year-old parent or grandparent,' she said. 'Every age, every generation in between can come down here, feel safe, feel secure, and frankly, enjoy one of the treasures that we have in this country, celebrating our country's birthday.' While 'Red, White, & BOOM!' sees large turnout, there's virtually no trace left Friday Organizers are planning on having a great turnout, as they are partnering with other community groups in Peoria such as the Peoria Fire Department, Peoria Police Department and more to ensure safety. Gordon-Booth said the event outdoes itself year after year. 'I think every year they find a way to make it a little bit better,' she said. 'That's the exciting part about the folks who have been around this for a while. We really keep leveling this opportunity up.' To find how to get to the event, and where to park, click here. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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5 hours ago
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Fire breaks out at longtime Peoria Heights pizza restaurant early Friday morning
A fire broke out at the Peoria Heights restaurant Peoria Pizza Works early Friday morning, according to the Peoria Fire Department, which responded to the call. Fire crews were called to the restaurant, which sits at 3921 N. Prospect Road, around 4 a.m. Friday morning. The Peoria Fire Department was called to the scene for mutual aid assistance by the Peoria Heights Fire Department. A fire investigator and K-9 were on the scene to determine the cause of the fire, the Peoria Fire Department said. In a Facebook post made Friday afternoon, Peoria Pizza Works said, "We are grateful for your support, everyone. Please give us time to figure out things from here." More: 'Brutal and reckless:' Details released in shooting of 18-year-old Pekin woman in Peoria This article originally appeared on Journal Star: Peoria Heights pizza restaurant catches fire Friday morning
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2 days ago
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One person hospitalized after receiving burns during an apartment fire
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — One person was hospitalized after receiving 'significant burns' during an apartment fire Saturday evening. Firefighters from the Peoria Fire Department were called at 5:45 p.m. Saturday, June 7, to the 4000 block of Knollridge Lane to a report of a structure fire, Battalion Chief Stephen Rada said. When firefighters arrived at the apartment complex, they found heavy smoke coming from the basement level, he said. When they entered the apartment, firefighters found the fire in the kitchen/hallway of the apartment, he said. People who lived in the building had evacuated, and one had received 'significant burns and was taken to a local hospital,' he said. No one else was injured and everyone was able to return to their apartments, Rada said. The cause of the fire is under investigation, but damages are estimated at $25,000, he said. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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17-05-2025
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Friday night fire in South Peoria causes $20K in damages
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — A fire in a detached garage in South Peoria caused approximately $20,000 in damages. The Peoria Fire Department was called at 10:30 p.m. on Friday, May 16, to the 2800 block of West Fremont Street to reports of a structure fire, Battalion Chief Mike Ralston said. When firefighters arrived, they found heavy smoke and flames coming out of a detached garage and quickly began fighting the fire, he said. They were able to extinguish the fire in about 15 minutes, but the garage and all its contents were considered a total loss, Ralston said. An investigator, as well as one of the department's arson dogs, Rocky, were called to the scene, but as of Sunday morning, the cause remains undetermined. Ralston said damages are estimated at about $20,000. No people were found inside the garage and no one was injured. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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19-02-2025
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Mid-morning house fire on Peoria's West Bluff causes $30K in damage
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — A mid-morning fire at a West Bluff house resulted in no injuries but caused $30,000 in damage. Battalion Chief Ryan Calhoun of the Peoria Fire Department said the call came in at about 8:51 a.m. on a report of a house fire in the 700 block of West Columbia Terrace. Peoria Fire Department investigating Thanksgiving arson When they arrived, firefighters saw light smoke coming from a second-story window. The door leading to that room was locked and deemed 'hot to the touch,' the chief said. After forcing their way into the room, they found a small fire on the floor, which was quickly put out. The four people who were home at the time managed to get out and to safety before the first fire truck arrived, the chief said. An investigator with the department determined the fire was unintentional. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
