WEEK-TV (Peoria, IL)

WEEK-TV is a television station that operates on virtual and UHF digital channel 25, affiliated with NBC, ABC, and CW+. It is based in Peoria, Illinois, and serves the North-Central Illinois viewing area. The station is owned by Quincy Media and has its studios and transmitter situated on Springfield Road, near I-474 in East Peoria, which is part of Groveland Township in Tazewell County. Previously, WEEK-TV shared its facilities with WHOI, which was an ABC affiliate at the time (now a Comet O&O station on channel 19, owned by Sinclair Broadcast Group). This partnership was governed by joint sales and shared services agreements (JSA/SSA) until those agreements ended on October 1, 2016. Following this change, WEEK-TV permanently took over the ABC and CW+ affiliations on its second and third digital subchannels.

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‘Just end him’: Group of 5th grade girls accused of plotting to kill a boy at school

2 days ago | 25newsnow.com | Micaela Marshall |Casey Torres |Emily Van de Riet

SURPRISE, Ariz. (KPHO/Gray News) – Four elementary school girls in Arizona are accused of plotting to kill a classmate by stabbing him in a school bathroom. The case involves four girls, ages 10 and 11, who are fifth graders at Legacy Traditional School’s West Surprise campus. A newly released report from Surprise Police said the friends devised the plan during lunch and recess on Oct. 1, 2024.
Man hired to do lawn work holds large house party while homeowners are away, officials say

3 days ago | 25newsnow.com | Spencer Chrisman |Andrew Mcmunn

WEDDINGTON, N.C. (WBTV/Gray News) - A lawn care worker in North Carolina was charged after he reportedly held a large party over the weekend at a house that did not belong to him, according to officials. The Union County Sheriff’s Office said 37-year-old Michael Brown was accused of hosting a house party Saturday at a Weddington home. Officials said he had been hired to do lawn maintenance at a house in the area of Beulah Church and Twelve Mile Creek roads.
Your Hometown: Tremont

3 days ago | 25newsnow.com | Sam Matheny

TREMONT (25News Now) - Summer is considered a great season for swimming, eating ice cream, and going on a road trip. Visitors can do all three of those activities in Tremont. 25News Morning Anchor Sam Matheny stopped at the Share Closet, operated by Northfield Christian Church. It’s a popular thrift store, and it’s also a resource for people looking for physical, spiritual, and emotional support. and medical support.
Heat Wave Continues

5 days ago | 25newsnow.com | Austin Feig

PEORIA (25News Now) -The extreme heat wave continues today across the area. Yesterday we hit highs of 95 degrees and the peak heat index value was 106 here in Peoria and across the area many of us were hitting 104 and 105 degrees. Unfortunately the forecast remains the same today through Wednesday. There wasn’t much cooling to be had overnight as we saw heat index values hitting 80 degrees as early as 6:00 AM today.
Extreme Heat Starts Today

6 days ago | 25newsnow.com | Austin Feig

PEORIA (25News Now) -A heat wave begins today with highs jumping up into the mid 90s. While mid 90s are hot on their own, we still have a lot of humidity and the humidity will be nearly oppressive. When the humidity and heat combine, the heat index will be over 100 degrees with local heat index values possibly getting near 110. With this heat we also won’t see much of a break in the evenings as well. Heat index values overnight will stay in the 80s with muggy conditions.
First Alert: Dangerous Heat Starting Tomorrow

1 week ago | 25newsnow.com | Austin Feig

PEORIA (25News Now) -A heat wave is moving into the area starting tomorrow with highs jumping into the mid 90s across the area until Wednesday of next week. Combine the heat with the humidity that’s stuck around for quite some time and the heat index will climb over 100 degrees. Heat index values over 100 are dangerous if you don’t take steps to stay cool. The best way to stay cool over the next few days is to stay inside as much as possible. While it may not be the most fun, it’s the safest option.
First Alert: Intense heat arrives this weekend

1 week ago | 25newsnow.com | Balint Szalavari

PEORIA (25News Now) - Our first heat wave of the summer season arrives right on time for the start of the season. We have designated Saturday through Wednesday of next week as First Alert Weather Days due to the prolonged stretch of intense heat and humidity. Daytime highs will trend in the mid 90’s each day with heat index values as high as 100-105. This is the longest consecutive streak of forecast highs 94 degrees or higher since July 2020.
Bloomington Zoo offers comfortable environment for people with disabilities

1 week ago | 25newsnow.com | Madison Porter

BLOOMINGTON (25News Now) - The zoo can be a fun summer activity, but for families with kids who have special sensory needs, the environment can pose some challenges. Staff at Miller Park Zoo hope to change that. The Miller Park Zoo in Bloomington is considered “sensory inclusive.” Staff members offer a map to indicate areas that can be loud or smelly, but their new sensory tours take inclusivity to the next level.
One woman, five dogs rescued from North Peoria house fire

1 week ago | 25newsnow.com | Jenise Rebholz

PEORIA (25News Now) - A woman and her five dogs were rescued from their North Peoria home on Thursday night after it caught fire. Peoria Fire crews were called to the 7700 block of Orchard Road just after 7 o’clock for a house fire with entrapment. Dogs rescued from North Peoria house fire(week)The Battalion Chief on the scene tells us they found the woman about 10-15 feet inside the front door and then retrieved the trapped dogs. All six of the victims seemed well on scene.
You Gotta Eat: Acres Inn

1 week ago | 25newsnow.com | Brian Walder

PONTIAC (25News Now) - If you’re looking for a new restaurant to try that offers fresh, farm to table ingredients, look no further. Everything on the menu is made from high quality ingredients using high quality techniques. You can try one of their best sellers, a double smashburger, as well as many other sandwiches, salads and even tacos. Don’t forget about their coffee too!Acres Inn is located at 107 W Madison Ave. in Pontiac.