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Closing arguments start in Mike Madigan's corruption trial

By Peoria Standard | Jan 24, 2025

After over three months of proceedings, the trial of former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan is nearing its conclusion.

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Peoria man charged for fatal hit-and-run involving pedestrian

By Peoria Standard | Jan 24, 2025

Today in Peoria, Illinois, Demoriele L. Sims, 36, was charged with failure to report an accident in connection with a hit-and-run incident that resulted in the death of Quentin M. Shinkle, 38.

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Illinois bill proposes tax relief for Gold Star Parents

By Peoria Standard | Jan 24, 2025

State Representative Travis Weaver has introduced a bill in the 104th General Assembly to support families who have lost loved ones in military service.

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Which former Peoria Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Monday, Jan. 27?

By Peoria Standard | Jan 24, 2025

These former Peoria Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Monday, Jan. 27.

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Which former Peoria Standard area high school standouts will be in action on Monday, Jan. 27?

By Peoria Standard | Jan 24, 2025

This former Peoria Standard area high school standout will be in action on Monday, Jan. 27.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Tazewell County in week ending Jan. 18?

By Peoria Standard | Jan 23, 2025

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Tazewell County was found at four gas stations in the week ending Jan. 18, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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More students from Fieldcrest Community Unit School District 6 graduated in 2022-23 school year

By Peoria Standard | Jan 23, 2025

The graduation rate in Fieldcrest Community Unit School District 6 grew to 80.3% in the 2022-23 school year compared to the year before.

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Jim Rule, Chairman of Tazewell County Republicans: 'Trump’s impact is revitalizing Illinois'

By Peoria Standard | Jan 23, 2025

Tazewell County Republicans Chairman Jim Rule has attributed Stellantis' decision to reopen the Belvidere Assembly Plant to former President Donald Trump's leadership in manufacturing.

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Jim Rule, chairman of Tazewell County Republicans: 'Pardons are Biden's ultimate betrayal'

By Peoria Standard | Jan 23, 2025

Tazewell County Republican Chairman Jim Rule has expressed concern over President Biden's recent pardons, describing them as a "blatant abuse of power" that undermines accountability.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Marshall County in week ending Jan. 18?

By Peoria Standard | Jan 23, 2025

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Marshall County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 18, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Bradford Community Unit School District 1 welcomes 179 students in 2022-23 school year

By Peoria Standard | Jan 23, 2025

Enrollment at Bradford Community Unit School District 1 rose from the previous year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on premium gas in cities in Woodford County in week ending Jan. 18?

By Peoria Standard | Jan 23, 2025

The only price of premium gas in cities throughout Woodford County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 18, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Did North Pekin-Marquette Heights School District 102 students succeed or flounder in their 2022-23 school year ELA tests?

By Peoria Standard | Jan 23, 2025

In the 2022-23 school year, 29.3% of the students in North Pekin-Marquette Heights School District 102 passed the ELA portion of the IAR, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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17 inmates sentenced in Peoria County to be released from jail during February

By Peoria Standard | Jan 23, 2025

There are 17 inmates sentenced in Peoria County set to be released from jail in February.

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Marshall County residents rank 88th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois for October 2024

By Peoria Standard | Jan 23, 2025

Marshall County residents paid $72,221 in sales taxes, ranking 88th in total sales taxes paid per county in October 2024.

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New bill aims to ease licensing for commercial drivers amid supply chain challenges

By Peoria Standard | Jan 23, 2025

Congressman Darin LaHood from Illinois has introduced the Licensing Individual Commercial Exam-Takers Now Safely and Efficiently (LICENSE) Act of 2025.

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Village of Swansea Village Committees met Jan. 21

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Jan 23, 2025

Village of Swansea Village Committees met Tuesday, Jan. 21

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Village of Swansea Board of Trustees met Jan. 21

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Jan 23, 2025

Village of Swansea Board of Trustees met Tuesday, Jan. 21

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City of Pekin Liquor Commission met Jan. 22

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Jan 23, 2025

City of Pekin Liquor Commission met Wednesday, Jan. 22

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Murder conviction follows victim's recorded dying declaration

By Peoria Standard | Jan 23, 2025

January 23, 2025, Peoria, IL – Domincue D. Linwood, aged 26, has been convicted of First Degree Murder for the killing of Jamarion Lee in September 2022.