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How did Central E City of Peoria: Precinct Peoria 28 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By Peoria Standard | Jan 30, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Peoria Standard analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 627 voters in Central E City of Peoria: Precinct Peoria 28 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Test Expectations: How many Mason County students failed to meet ELA expectations in 2021-22 school year?

By Peoria Standard | Jan 30, 2024

Out of the 987 students who took the IAR in the 2021-22 school year, 75.6% failed the ELA portion of the test.

Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Southern City of Peoria: Precinct Peoria 12

By Peoria Standard | Jan 30, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Peoria Standard analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 520 voters in Southern City of Peoria: Precinct Peoria 12 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

From McLean County Times

House District 91 candidate Anderson: ‘Let us forge a path forward that champions personal freedom, economic opportunity, and ensuring a prosperous future’

By McLean County Times | 10 months ago

Desi Anderson, a candidate for House District 91, has voiced a commitment deeply rooted in the principles of individual liberty, fiscal responsibility and a belief in the power of free enterprise. Anderson's campaign reflects the values advocated by Illinois Policy, an organization committed to promoting individual liberty and economic opportunity within the state.

In the 2021-22 school year, 83.9% of Delavan Community Unit School District 703 students failed the ELA portion of the IAR

By Peoria Standard | Jan 30, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 83.9% of Delavan Community Unit School District 703 students failed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

2024 Non-Owner Occupied Property Registration

By Peoria Standard | Jan 30, 2024

The City of Peoria has announced that all non-owner-occupied residential properties must be registered by February 28, 2024. This requirement applies to both vacant residential properties and residential rental properties. Registration forms and additional information can be found on the City of Peoria's website.According to the announcement, the registration fees for the 2024-2025 period are as follows:- Single-Family Properties: $75.00- Multi-Family Properties: $75.00 for the first unit, $20.00 for each additional unitTo register, property owners have several...

Peoria County taxpayers give $66,040 in County Automobile Renting Tax in 2022

By Peoria Standard | Jan 30, 2024

In 2022, Peoria County saw an increase in County Automobile Renting Tax collection compared to the previous year.

Public Works Continues to Monitor Illinois River as Flood Crest Levels Decrease

By Peoria Standard | Jan 30, 2024

The Department of Public Works is closely monitoring the Illinois River as forecasted crest levels continue to decrease. As of today, Tuesday, January 30, the expected crest level has fallen from 22.5 feet to 22 feet. The river is projected to crest overnight on Thursday, February 1, and into the morning of Friday, February 2.In light of the decreasing crest levels, the Department of Public Works is cautiously optimistic. However, they will continue to monitor river levels and conditions throughout the week. If the forecasted crest levels increase again, sandbagging...

33.9% of El Paso-Gridley Community Unit School District 11 students met or exceeded Math IAR expectations on tests in 2021-22 school year

By Peoria Standard | Jan 30, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 33.9% of El Paso-Gridley Community Unit School District 11 students passed the Math portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Rep. Weaver Visits Carle Health and Tours Methodist Hospital

By Peoria Standard | Jan 30, 2024

Rep. Weaver and several of her Central Illinois House and Senate colleagues recently visited Carle Health and toured Methodist Hospital in Peoria. The visit took place during a legislative breakfast held at Methodist Hospital, where they had the opportunity to listen to a presentation on the challenges faced by patients and the hospital.During the visit, the group learned about some of the pressing issues affecting healthcare in the region. One of the major concerns raised was the shortage of healthcare staff, which has been a recurring problem in many healthcare...

Lowpoint Washburn Community Unit School District 21: How many students met or exceeded expectations in ELA in 2021-22 school year?

By Peoria Standard | Jan 29, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 34.9% of Lowpoint Washburn Community Unit School District 21 students passed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

How many Fulton County students failed their ELA IAR during 2021-22?

By Peoria Standard | Jan 29, 2024

Out of the 1,683 students who took the IAR in the 2021-22 school year, 77.1% failed the ELA portion of the test.

How did Central City of Peoria: Precinct Peoria 42 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By Peoria Standard | Jan 29, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Peoria Standard analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 584 voters in Central City of Peoria: Precinct Peoria 42 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central S City of Peoria: Precinct Peoria 16

By Peoria Standard | Jan 29, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Peoria Standard analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 451 voters in Central S City of Peoria: Precinct Peoria 16 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central SE City of Peoria: Precinct Peoria 09

By Peoria Standard | Jan 29, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a Peoria Standard analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 310 voters in Central SE City of Peoria: Precinct Peoria 09 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

From Rock Island Today

17th Congressional District candidate McGraw: ‘Our support in the law enforcement community continues to grow!’

By Rock Island Today | 10 months ago

Judge Joe McGraw, a candidate for the 17th Congressional District, has expressed his appreciation and pride in receiving an endorsement from the Illinois Fraternal Order of Police (IFOP). The IFOP, which represents over 33,000 active duty and retired police officers in Illinois, is the second-largest organization of its kind in the United States.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Fulton County in week ending Jan. 27?

By Peoria Standard | Jan 29, 2024

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Fulton County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

Public Works Monitoring River Conditions for Potential Flooding

By Peoria Standard | Jan 29, 2024

The Department of Public Works is closely monitoring the Illinois River levels for potential flooding. According to the latest forecast, the river is expected to crest at 22.5 feet overnight on Thursday, February 1, and into the morning of Friday, February 2."Department staff will continue to monitor river levels and conditions throughout the week," said a spokesperson for the Department of Public Works.At 22.7 feet, flooding is expected to begin in low-lying areas in Riverfront Park. In anticipation of this, sandbagging efforts will begin as the forecasted crest levels...

Federal and Illinois Tax Season Filing Begins Today

By Peoria Standard | Jan 29, 2024

The Illinois Department of Revenue and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) have officially begun accepting tax returns for the 2023 tax season. Taxpayers in Illinois can now submit their state individual income tax returns starting today, January 29th. This coincides with the IRS's acceptance of federal income tax returns.To make the filing process more convenient, the Illinois Department of Revenue has enhanced their online account management program, MyTax Illinois. Taxpayers can now file their returns using this free platform, with or without an account. MyTax Illinois...

Did Peoria Heights Community Unit School District 325 students fail or pass their 2021-22 ELA tests?

By Peoria Standard | Jan 29, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 84% of Peoria Heights Community Unit School District 325 students failed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.