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Tazewell County had 32 lawyers in good standing in March

By Peoria Standard | Apr 30, 2025

There were 32 lawyers in good standing in cities within Tazewell County as of March.

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V.I.T. Community Unit School District 2: How many students failed math test in 2023-24 school year?

By Peoria Standard | Apr 30, 2025

In the 2023-24 school year, 95.1% of V.I.T. Community Unit School District 2 students failed the math portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Tornado activity in Illinois surpasses averages amid advances in tracking and warnings

By Peoria Standard | Apr 30, 2025

Weather experts have been actively issuing watches and warnings to ensure safety during Illinois' active tornado season.

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Sidewalk work impacts Main Street and Jefferson Avenue intersection

By Peoria Standard | Apr 30, 2025

Sidewalk work has commenced at the southeast corner of Main Street and NE Jefferson Avenue, close to the Peoria County Courthouse.

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Vanda C. Terrell receives 14-year sentence for fatal DUI crash

By Peoria Standard | Apr 30, 2025

April 30, 2025, Peoria, IL – Vanda C. Terrell, 53, received a 14-year prison sentence in the Illinois Department of Corrections for a DUI crash from February 2024 that resulted in the death of 46-year-old Wardrick Millburn.

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Q4 2024 Recap: 1 parolee from Tazewell County convicted of a crime against justice set for supervised release

By Peoria Standard | Apr 29, 2025

There was one offender convicted of a crime against justice living in Tazewell County released on parole during the fourth quarter of 2024, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the Peoria Standard.

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Woodford County residents pay $295,646 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in February

By Peoria Standard | Apr 29, 2025

In February, Woodford County saw a decrease in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Mason County collects $87,094 in County School Facility Tax in February

By Peoria Standard | Apr 29, 2025

In February, Mason County saw a decrease in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Stark County residents pay $9,763 in Countywide Sales Tax in February

By Peoria Standard | Apr 29, 2025

In February, Stark County saw a decrease in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Did Elmwood Community Unit School District 322 students succeed or flounder in their 2023-24 school year ELA tests?

By Peoria Standard | Apr 29, 2025

In the 2023-24 school year, 55.5% of the students in Elmwood Community Unit School District 322 passed the ELA portion of the IAR, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Tazewell County Republicans chairman: 'Let’s keep the ballot in the hands of citizens'

By Peoria Standard | Apr 29, 2025

Jim Rule, Chairman of the Tazewell County Republicans, has called on U.S. Senators to pass the SAVE Act, emphasizing its importance for election integrity and reflecting the will of Americans who support proof of citizenship for voting.

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Q1: Cities within Woodford County recorded 15 lawyers in good standing

By Peoria Standard | Apr 29, 2025

Cities within Woodford County recorded 15 lawyers in good standing to practice law as of the first quarter of 2025.

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Woodford County collects approximately $1.4 million in Countywide Sales Tax in 2024

By Peoria Standard | Apr 29, 2025

In 2024, Woodford County saw an increase in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous year.

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Woodford County collects $118,801 in Countywide Sales Tax in February

By Peoria Standard | Apr 29, 2025

In February, Woodford County saw a decrease in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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1 company in a city within Peoria County received one inspection in 2024

By Peoria Standard | Apr 29, 2025

There was one company in a city associated with Peoria County that received an FDA inspection in 2024, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.

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Juveniles transferred to adult court for RICO charges linked to gang activity

By Peoria Standard | Apr 29, 2025

Today, the Peoria County Grand Jury indicted two juveniles, Chavez L. Allen and Marshawn L. Smith, following their transfer to adult court under the RICO (Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations Act) statute.

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Corvette hijacking: Man charged after alleged test drive robbery incident

By Peoria Standard | Apr 29, 2025

On April 29, 2025, in Peoria, Illinois, charges were filed against Tyshawn D. Britton, aged 24, for Vehicular Hijacking following an incident during a test drive over the weekend.

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Darin LaHood discusses border policies and support for rural legislation in recent tweets

By Peoria Standard | Apr 29, 2025

Darin LaHood, current U.S. Congress representative from Illinois’ 16th district, addressed border security and rural broadband legislation in recent tweets dated April 28 and 29, 2025.

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LaHood comments on President Trump's first 100 days of second term

By Peoria Standard | Apr 29, 2025

Today, Congressman Darin LaHood from Illinois released a statement acknowledging the accomplishments of President Trump during the first 100 days of his second term in office.

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Tazewell County: Residents received $365.01 million per capita from Medicare transfers in 2022

By Peoria Standard | Apr 29, 2025

In 2022, Medicare transfers made up 5% of income in Tazewell County, providing an average of $2,810 per capita to residents.