Good morning, Peoria.

News anchor Rebecca Brumfield left WMBD on July 28 to become a stay-at-home mom, recalling her time covering events such as the Greater Peoria Honor Flight to honor veterans.

She plans to focus on raising her children during this new chapter at home.

Multiple central Illinois districts have set their first day of school for the 2026-27 year.

Peoria Public Schools begin Wednesday, Aug. 5 while other local public and private schools start from Aug. 12 to Aug. 25 & offer varied schedules.

Peoria's 49th annual St. Jude Telethon raised a record $12,676,046 on Saturday on WEEK TV to fund life-saving care for children battling cancer; local St. Jude Runs, including the Memphis to Peoria trek, helped boost the totals even higher.

Whisper & Shout: Open Mic for Poetry

8-10 p.m. — Contemporary Art Center of Peoria Illinois — $3-$12 — Experience an inspiring open mic night featuring passionate poetry from diverse artists.

Jon B. & Jacquees Live

7 p.m. — CEFCU Center Stage at The Landing — Ticketed event — Get ready for a night of smooth R&B hits from Jon B. and Jacquees.

2026 Run, Walk, or Trot 2 Stop Blood Clots

9 AM — The Bleeding & Clotting Disorders Institute — Registration opens March 1st — Participate in a community-focused 5K event to raise awareness for blood clots and clotting disorders.