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Paving work to cause lane and parking restrictions on Adams Street starting October 16

By E. D. Hanley | Oct 21, 2025

Beginning at 6 a.m. on Thursday, October 16, paving work is scheduled to start on the south side of Adams Street in Peoria, Illinois.

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Adams Street resurfacing project to shift south, causing traffic and parking changes

By E. D. Hanley | Oct 21, 2025

Beginning at 6 a.m. on Wednesday, October 15, resurfacing work on Adams Street in Peoria will move from the north side to the south side.

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Fulton Street southbound lane to close for a month starting October 20

By E. D. Hanley | Oct 17, 2025

Beginning at 7 a.m. on Monday, October 20, the southbound lane of Fulton Street will be closed between S.W. Jefferson Avenue and the entrance to the City Hall parking lot.

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Chicago lawmakers debate transit funding and green energy during veto session

By E. D. Hanley | Oct 17, 2025

The first week of the Illinois General Assembly's Veto Session concluded with no significant legislative action, but several key issues remain under discussion.

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Rep. Weaver welcomes Grundy Elementary student as page for a day

By E. D. Hanley | Oct 16, 2025

On October 16, 2025, Illinois State Representative Travis Weaver welcomed Jude Phillips as his page for the day on the House floor.

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Rep. Ryan Spain to host free document shredding event in Princeton on October 25

By E. D. Hanley | Oct 16, 2025

Residents of Illinois’ 73rd District will have an opportunity to securely dispose of personal documents at a free shredding event hosted by State Representative Ryan Spain.

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Peoria partners with Habitat for Humanity to build new affordable homes

By E. D. Hanley | Oct 16, 2025

The City of Peoria is set to partner with Habitat for Humanity of Greater Peoria for a wall raising ceremony on Friday, October 17, at 5:00 p.m. The event will take place at 1201 W. Adrian G. Hinton Avenue, where six new affordable single-family...

Darin LaHood addresses agriculture, Middle East peace, and Navy anniversary in recent posts

By E. D. Hanley | Oct 14, 2025

U.S. Congressman Darin LaHood highlighted Illinois farmers, recent diplomatic developments in the Middle East, and the U.S. Navy’s anniversary in posts from October 12-14, 2025.

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Peoria announces three free Halloween events for families in October

By E. D. Hanley | Oct 14, 2025

The City of Peoria has announced it will host three free Halloween events in October, aimed at providing family-friendly activities for the community.

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Peoria Fire Department promotes free smoke alarm installations as part of statewide blitz

By E. D. Hanley | Oct 14, 2025

State and local fire officials gathered at the Peoria Civic Center to highlight the importance of having working smoke alarms in every home and to promote a free installation program available to Peoria residents.

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Former Illinois House Speaker Madigan begins prison sentence after corruption conviction

By E. D. Hanley | Oct 13, 2025

After being convicted in February 2025 on federal corruption charges, former Illinois House Speaker Michael J. Madigan has reported to federal prison to begin serving a 7.5-year sentence.

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Who are the former high school athletes from Peoria Metro area competing during the week of Monday, Oct. 13?

By E. D. Hanley | Oct 10, 2025

The upcoming week starting Monday, Oct. 13 will feature these former Peoria Metro area high school athletes.

LaHood comments on initial Israel-Hamas peace agreement

By E. D. Hanley | Oct 9, 2025

Congressman Darin LaHood, who represents Illinois’ 16th district in the U.S. Congress, has commented on the recent agreement between Israel and Hamas regarding phase one of a peace deal.

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Breast Cancer Awareness Month aims to promote early detection and support affected families

By E. D. Hanley | Oct 8, 2025

Each October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month is observed to highlight the impact of breast cancer on individuals and families nationwide.

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City of Peoria issues sewage warning after rainfall causes river overflow

By E. D. Hanley | Oct 7, 2025

The City of Peoria has issued a warning following recent rainfall that led to a combined sewer overflow (CSO) into the Illinois River.

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Resurfacing on Hamilton and Liberty rescheduled; lane, parking restrictions begin Oct. 8

By E. D. Hanley | Oct 7, 2025

Resurfacing work on Hamilton Boulevard and Liberty Street in Peoria, originally scheduled for Tuesday, October 7, has been delayed due to weather.

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Manual High School Homecoming Parade to prompt road restrictions in Peoria Oct. 4

By E. D. Hanley | Oct 3, 2025

Rolling lane restrictions will be in place on several city streets in Peoria from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, October 4, due to the Manual High School Homecoming Parade.

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Who are the former Peoria Metro high school standouts competing in the week of Monday, Oct. 6?

By E. D. Hanley | Oct 3, 2025

The week beginning Monday, Oct. 6 will showcase these former Peoria Metro area high school standouts.

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How Illinois residents can participate during upcoming legislative session

By E. D. Hanley | Sep 29, 2025

Illinois residents have several ways to participate in the legislative process as the General Assembly prepares for its annual Fall Veto Session in October.

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Road closures planned near Bradley University for Hilltop Trot 5K on September 27

By E. D. Hanley | Sep 29, 2025

Several roads near Bradley University will be closed on Saturday, September 27, from 6:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. for the Hilltop Trot 5K event.