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FOIA request sent to Mason County Sheriff's Office regarding 2023 arrest records on September 24, 2025

By V. C. Ocampo | Sep 24, 2025

FOIA Request to Mason County Sheriff's Office regarding 2023 arrest records on September 24, 2025.

Intersection of Matthew and Antoinette streets to close for sewer project

By V. C. Ocampo | Sep 23, 2025

The intersection of S. Matthew Street and W. Antoinette Street will be closed to all traffic starting at 7 a.m. on Friday, September 12.

Easton Avenue to close for sewer project beginning September 12

By V. C. Ocampo | Sep 20, 2025

S. Easton Avenue will be closed to through traffic starting at 7 a.m. on Friday, September 12.

Sidewalk removal begins as part of Adams/Jefferson OWTW conversion project

By V. C. Ocampo | Sep 17, 2025

Sidewalk removal has started at the northwest corner of Main Street and S.E. Jefferson Avenue, close to 101 S.E. Jefferson Avenue.

Peoria announces public open house for Bike Master Plan update

By V. C. Ocampo | Sep 16, 2025

The City of Peoria Department of Public Works has scheduled an open house to discuss updates to the city's Bike Master Plan.

Road closures planned for Richwoods High School homecoming parade in Peoria

By V. C. Ocampo | Sep 16, 2025

Rolling lane restrictions will be in place on several streets in Peoria from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Thursday, September 11, for the Richwoods High School Homecoming Parade.

Miramar Drive to close for storm sewer repairs beginning September 15

By V. C. Ocampo | Sep 14, 2025

Miramar Drive will be closed to all traffic between N. University Street and W. Tiffany Court starting at 7 a.m. on Monday, Sept. 15.

Illinois State Police urge caution during fall harvest season

By V. C. Ocampo | Sep 12, 2025

The Illinois State Police (ISP) has issued a reminder to both motorists and farmers regarding traffic safety during the fall harvest season.

Illinois lawmaker criticizes state board for lowering student achievement standards

By V. C. Ocampo | Sep 10, 2025

The Illinois State Board of Education has come under criticism for lowering academic standards in the state.

Sen. Arellano: 'Chicago Police has been dramatically down in number of officers in recent years'

By V. C. Ocampo | Sep 8, 2025

Li Arellano, a state senator from Illinois, has attributed Chicago's high crime rates to officer shortages, heavy overtime demands, and cultural differences within the city.

5 inmates sentenced in Woodford County to be released in September

By V. C. Ocampo | Sep 1, 2025

There are five inmates sentenced in Woodford County set to be released from prison in September.

Tazewell County to have 7 inmates sentenced in its jurisdiction released during September

By V. C. Ocampo | Aug 31, 2025

There are seven inmates sentenced in Tazewell County set to be released from prison in September.

Illinois Department of Corrections set to release 1 inmate sentenced in Stark County during September

By V. C. Ocampo | Aug 30, 2025

There is one inmate sentenced in Stark County set to be released from prison in September.

September: 14 inmates sentenced in Peoria County to be released from prison

By V. C. Ocampo | Aug 29, 2025

There are 14 inmates sentenced in Peoria County set to be released from prison in September.

September: 1 inmate sentenced in Mason County to be released

By V. C. Ocampo | Aug 28, 2025

There is one inmate sentenced in Mason County set to be released from prison in September.

How many inmates sentenced in Fulton County will be released during September?

By V. C. Ocampo | Aug 27, 2025

There are two inmates sentenced in Fulton County set to be released from prison in September.

3 inmates sentenced in Woodford County to be released from prison during August

By V. C. Ocampo | Aug 2, 2025

There are three inmates sentenced in Woodford County set to be released from prison in August.

5 inmates sentenced in Tazewell County to be released in August

By V. C. Ocampo | Aug 1, 2025

There are five inmates sentenced in Tazewell County set to be released from prison in August.

Peoria County to have 16 inmates sentenced in its jurisdiction released during August

By V. C. Ocampo | Jul 31, 2025

There are 16 inmates sentenced in Peoria County set to be released from prison in August.

Illinois Department of Corrections set to release 1 inmate sentenced in Mason County during August

By V. C. Ocampo | Jul 30, 2025

There is one inmate sentenced in Mason County set to be released from prison in August.

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