Peoria Man Shot in Head
Sunday, May 11, 2008 @2:58pm CST
Reported by: Lori Obert - WMBD/WYZZ

WMBD/WYZZ - PEORIA --  A man is in the hospital after he was shot in the head near Club Apollo early this morning. The man was found slumped over in his car near the club on South Jefferson.
Mother's Day Surprise
Sunday, May 11, 2008 @2:34pm CST
Reported by: Sarah Barwacz - WMBD/WYZZ TV

WMBD/WYZZ TV – PEORIA -- For some women, Mother’s Day was extra special. One woman was in labor, and a wedding, all in one night. For new parents Renae and Tim Callahan, Mother's Day is taking on a whole new meaning. Renae gave birth to a baby girl-- Jolie.
No Power on Mother's Day
Sunday, May 11, 2008 @10:52am CST
Reported by: Rachel Aissen WMBD/WYZZ TV
WMBD/WYZZ TV - PEORIA -- Thousands awoke to no power on Mother's Day. Strong storms and high winds were to blame. More than 29,000 Ameren customers were without power in Illinois this morning. Close to 7,000 families in Central Illinois celebrated Mother's Day without power, including 3,000 in Bloomington Normal alone.

If you see a downed power line Ameren asks that you call them immediately 1-888-672-5252. Ameren says to stay away from downed lines as they could be live. Click here to see the latest State outage maps for Ameren Utilities.