Peoria Standard

Peoria’s pension liability means higher fees for homeowners

By Sarah Downey | Oct 9, 2019

As the City of Peoria presently faces higher taxes as a result of unfunded pension liability, residents are concerned about what the long-term effects will be.

East Peoria wrangles with recreational marijuana sales ahead of state legalization

By Sarah Downey | Aug 30, 2019

As East Peoria debates whether to allow recreational marijuana sales when the state’s legalization statute takes effect Jan. 1, a longtime area resident is among those backing it.