July, 2024 Stories | Dupage Policy Journal

Cheapest diesel in cities across Tazewell County in week ending July 27

By Peoria Standard | Jul 29, 2024

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Tazewell County was found at four gas stations in the week ending July 27, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on midgrade gas in cities in Woodford County in week ending July 27?

By Peoria Standard | Jul 29, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Woodford County was found at a single gas station in the week ending July 27, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Second person charged for April murder in East Bluff

By Peoria Standard | Jul 29, 2024

July 29, 2024, Peoria, IL – Last week, Korion Hopkins, 18, was charged with First Degree Murder for the shooting and killing of MikeQuese Taylor, 18, in the East Bluff on April 30. A detention hearing was held today, and the State’s Petition to Detain was granted. Hopkins has been in custody on a separate case since last month and will remain in custody until trial on both cases.

Peoria opens applications for Community Development Block Grant public services funding

By Peoria Standard | Jul 29, 2024

The city of Peoria is accepting applications from not-for-profits, 501(c)3 organizations, and government agencies for the 2025 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Public Services funding from Monday, Aug. 5, through Friday, Aug. 30.

Rolling lane restrictions planned for Walk to St. Joseph on Aug 3

By Peoria Standard | Jul 29, 2024

Beginning at 9:45 a.m. and lasting until 11 a.m. on Saturday, Aug. 3, there will be rolling lane restrictions on S. Steubenville Street, W. Hurlburt Street, and S. Richard Pryor Place for the Walk to St. Joseph sponsored by the Guatemalan Community.

Illinois faces corruption trials amid economic challenges

By Peoria Standard | Jul 29, 2024

Michael McClain, a defendant in the federal prosecution of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan, has requested a separate trial from Madigan. McClain, a former state lawmaker and ComEd lobbyist closely associated with Madigan, filed this request due to concerns that Madigan’s defense team plans to blame him for any wrongdoing.

Rep. Weaver urges road safety amid rising crashes

By Peoria Standard | Jul 29, 2024

Crashes and accidents are too common and can be prevented. Whether you drive a car, truck, motorcycle, or bicycle, it is crucial to avoid distractions and pay close attention to your surroundings on the roads. Please drive safely!

Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Woodford County in week ending July 27?

By Peoria Standard | Jul 29, 2024

The lowest price of diesel in cities throughout Woodford County was found at two gas stations in the week ending July 27, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

Stark County residents rank 92nd in total sales taxes paid in Illinois for April

By Peoria Standard | Jul 28, 2024

Stark County residents paid $48,388 in sales taxes, ranking 92nd in total sales taxes paid per county in April.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Tazewell County in week ending July 27?

By Peoria Standard | Jul 28, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Tazewell County was found at five gas stations in the week ending July 27, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.