Peoria Standard Report Stories

PeoriaCorps to host Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service Projects

By Peoria Standard Report | Jan 14, 2024

PeoriaCorps, the city of Peoria’s six-month AmeriCorps-based personal and career development service program, will host a MLK Day of Service on Friday, January 19th from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM in the 500-1200 blocks of South Western Avenue.

City of Peoria Warming Centers Open

By Peoria Standard Report | Jan 14, 2024

The National Weather Service Office in Lincoln, Illinois has announced that temperatures will be below normal next week with single-digit temperatures throughout our region.

Balloon Release Prohibited

By Peoria Standard Report | Jan 9, 2024

Effective April 1, 2024, the intentional release of helium and other lighter-than-air balloons will be prohibited in the city of Waukegan. The goal is to limit the amount of litter within the City and in Lake Michigan that result from the release of balloons into the atmosphere and to protect air, land and waters of the City against environmental contamination and degradation. Environmental alternatives are available and welcome.

Christmas Tree Collection

By Peoria Standard Report | Jan 8, 2024

LRS will provide annual special collection of Christmas trees at no charge through Thursday, January 25th. Trees must be free of tinsel, lights, and ornaments and placed curbside.

Recycle Your Christmas Tree

By Peoria Standard Report | Jan 7, 2024

From festive to forest. Recycle your tree for a greener tomorrow!

City Accepting Applications for 2024 Roof Program Lottery

By Peoria Standard Report | Jan 7, 2024

The city of Peoria will be accepting applications for the 2024 Roof Program Lottery from Tuesday, January 16th through Friday, February 9th. This program helps low-income homeowners to finance needed roof repairs.

Core-boring work to begin Wednesday, Jan. 3 on MacArthur Highway

By Peoria Standard Report | Dec 31, 2023

Beginning on Wednesday, January 3, core-boring work will occur on MacArthur Highway between W Fourth Street and SW Jefferson Avenue. The work will happen between 9 am and 3 pm and will last through Thursday, January 4, weather permitting.

No trash or recycling pick-up on Monday, Jan. 1

By Peoria Standard Report | Dec 30, 2023

The City of Peoria’s solid waste hauler, GFL, will not collect trash or recycling on New Year’s Day, Monday, January 1.

Help Grow Waukegan! Free Trees & Bushes

By Peoria Standard Report | Dec 24, 2023

Openlands announces new government funding to gift eligible Waukegan residents native landscaping trees and bushes for their yards. Receive up to three large plants and $100 gift card for each if:

Scams Are Increasing During the Holiday Season

By Peoria Standard Report | Dec 24, 2023

Holiday phone and electronic scams (email, website, social media, etc.) are increasing.

Contractor Registration Expires 12/31/2023

By Peoria Standard Report | Dec 20, 2023

Contractor registration expires on Sunday, December 31st. Log into the City's portal to submit updated certificate of insurance and a copy of your current license under the "My Records" tab. The submission will be reviewed within 10 business days and an email sent to you with instructions to pay when approved.

No trash or recycling pick-up on Monday, Dec. 25, or Jan. 1 due to the holidays

By Peoria Standard Report | Dec 20, 2023

The City of Peoria’s solid waste hauler, GFL, will not collect trash or recycling on Christmas, Monday, December 25, and on New Year’s Day, Monday, January 1.

City of Peoria Partners with Ampion Renewable Energy to Provide Savings on Electric Bills

By Peoria Standard Report | Dec 18, 2023

The city of Peoria is partnering with Ampion Renewable Energy to provide an opportunity to income-eligible community members to sign up for a cost-saving community solar program. Interested individuals can attend one of two open houses scheduled for December 21st and January 9th.

Yard waste, recycling, and trash customer satisfaction survey available to Peoria residents

By Peoria Standard Report | Dec 14, 2023

A recycling, yard waste, and trash customer satisfaction survey for the City of Peoria’s hauler, GFL, is currently available for residents.

Leaf Collection 2023 Schedule - Updated

By Peoria Standard Report | Dec 13, 2023

Waukegan Public Works and LRS are continuing Leaf Collection through Friday, December 22nd, weather permitting. The schedule follows, with a reminder that this is a guideline and both Public Works and LRS will adhere to it as closely as possible.

City of Peoria Selected for FRA’s New Corridor Identification Designation

By Peoria Standard Report | Dec 11, 2023

On Thursday, December 7, Mayor Ali was joined by former United States Secretary of Transportation Ray LaHood to announce that the city of Peoria was selected for the Federal Railroad Administration’s (FRA) Corridor Identification Program. They were joined by representatives from Senator Durbin and Senator Duckworth’s offices, elected officials, area leaders, and members from the Peoria Area Passenger Rail leadership team.

Lane restrictions to go into effect on Nebraska Avenue starting Monday, Dec. 11

By Peoria Standard Report | Dec 11, 2023

Beginning at 7 am on Monday, December 11, daytime rolling lane restrictions will go into effect on E Nebraska Avenue between Knoxville Avenue and N Wisconsin Avenue. These restrictions are necessary for the Nebraska Avenue Light Project and are expected to last five weeks, weather permitting.

Friends & Family CPR Course

By Peoria Standard Report | Dec 7, 2023

The Waukegan Fire Department offers the American Heart Association Friends & Family CPR course for people ages 15+. This course does not include a CPR course completion card or CPR certification card.

Yard waste collection ends Friday, December 8

By Peoria Standard Report | Dec 7, 2023

Yard waste collection will continue for one more week before it ends for the year. Next week, will be the final chance to have yard waste picked up curbside until March 2024.

Join the Stakeholder Participation Panel

By Peoria Standard Report | Dec 4, 2023

The City of Waukegan is looking for interested residents to join the Stakeholder Participation Panel (SPP). As a panel member you will have the opportunity to participate in the planning process for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), represent your neighborhood, and contribute to important decisions regarding housing and community development.

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