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Rep. Weaver calls for increased energy supply and policy changes amid rising utility bills

By V. C. Ocampo | Oct 22, 2025

The recent rise in utility bills for Illinois residents has drawn attention to the state's energy policies.

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Waukegan schedules special council meeting on federal immigration enforcement

By A. R. Ruth | Oct 22, 2025

Waukegan Mayor Sam Cunningham has called a special meeting of the Waukegan City Council in response to recent federal immigration enforcement actions in the city.

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Early menopause linked to higher heart disease risk in women

By Y. M. Perkins | Oct 22, 2025

Early menopause, defined as menopause occurring before age 45, has been linked to an increased risk of heart disease.

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Peoria County's student body comprised mostly of white students in 2023-24 school year

By S. J. Gay | Oct 22, 2025

The most prevalent ethnicity in Peoria County student body in the 2023-24 school year was white, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Woodford County residents pay $374,451 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in August

By A. D. Fowler | Oct 22, 2025

In August, Woodford County saw an increase in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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OSF Richard L. Owens Hospice Home unveils beacon to honor patients

By E. L. Nevarez | Oct 22, 2025

A new light has been installed above the OSF Richard L. Owens Hospice Home to honor patients who have received end-of-life care and those who have died since the facility opened in 2013.

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Illinois: Peoria County's football teams budget remained the same in 2024

By C. V. Clayton | Oct 21, 2025

Peoria County's collegiate football teams did not receive any funding during the 2024 season, the same as in the previous year.

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Fulton County collects $80,627 in Countywide Sales Tax in August

By A. D. Fowler | Oct 21, 2025

In August, Fulton County saw an increase in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Tazewell County Republicans chair: 'Trump’s call for Pritzker to be held accountable' is justified

By N. C. Baca | Oct 21, 2025

Jim Rule, chairman of the Tazewell County Republicans, has criticized Governor J.B. Pritzker's approach to leadership in Illinois.

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OSF HealthCare pediatrician offers advice on managing seasonal sore throats

By Y. M. Perkins | Oct 21, 2025

As temperatures drop, the number of sore throat cases is expected to rise, according to Awad Alyami, MD, a pediatrician at OSF HealthCare. Dr. Alyami explains that while many sore throats are mild and can be managed at home, some cases may lead to...

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Tazewell County: White students were most represented ethnicity in 2023-24 school year

By S. J. Gay | Oct 21, 2025

In Tazewell County schools, there were more white students than any other individual ethnicity in the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

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Bradley University student charged after campus dorm shooting

By P. E. Pham | Oct 21, 2025

Yesterday, Edward A. Traywick Jr., 19, was charged with Aggravated Unlawful Possession of a Weapon and Reckless Discharge of a Firearm following a shooting incident in a Bradley University dorm room over the weekend.

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Illinois GOP leaders oppose proposed tax hikes ahead of fall veto session

By V. C. Ocampo | Oct 21, 2025

Illinois lawmakers are preparing for a veto session where several tax proposals are expected to be discussed.

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Exergaming shows promise for neurological health improvement at OSF HealthCare

By E. L. Nevarez | Oct 21, 2025

Over recent years, video games have often been viewed with skepticism by parents concerned about their impact on children.

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Village of Swansea Board of Trustees met Oct. 20

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Oct 21, 2025

Village of Swansea Board of Trustees met Monday, Oct. 20

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City of Eureka City Council met Oct. 20

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Oct 21, 2025

City of Eureka City Council met Monday, Oct. 20

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City of El Paso City Council met Oct. 20

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Oct 21, 2025

City of El Paso City Council met Monday, Oct. 20

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Paving work on Adams and Harrison streets to cause delays and restrictions Friday

By M. K. Wilcox | Oct 21, 2025

Paving work is set to continue on Adams Street and Harrison Street in Peoria starting at 6 a.m. on Friday, October 17, weather permitting.

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Paving work to cause lane and parking restrictions on Adams Street starting October 16

By E. D. Hanley | Oct 21, 2025

Beginning at 6 a.m. on Thursday, October 16, paving work is scheduled to start on the south side of Adams Street in Peoria, Illinois.

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Adams Street resurfacing project to shift south, causing traffic and parking changes

By E. D. Hanley | Oct 21, 2025

Beginning at 6 a.m. on Wednesday, October 15, resurfacing work on Adams Street in Peoria will move from the north side to the south side.