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Rep. Spain responds to Gov. Pritzker's budget address

Today, Governor JB Pritzker delivered his annual State of the State and Budget Address to lawmakers in the General Assembly.

By Peoria Standard | Feb 19, 2025

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Darin LaHood honors Presidents' Day and discusses community engagements

Congressman Darin LaHood reflects on historical leadership during Presidents' Day while also acknowledging local fire services and advocating for educational choice through meetings held in Washington D.C. and Peoria earlier this week

By Peoria Standard | Feb 19, 2025

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Rep. Weaver criticizes governor’s proposed budget increase

By Peoria Standard | Feb 19, 2025

State Representative Travis Weaver from Edwards has expressed his concerns following Governor Pritzker's Budget and State of the State Address.

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Construction resumes on Adams Street and Jefferson Avenue conversion project

By Peoria Standard | Feb 19, 2025

Construction is set to resume on the Adams Street and Jefferson Avenue One-Way to Two-Way Conversion Project beginning the week of March 3, contingent on weather conditions.

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Peoria hosts second annual Equity in Procurement Expo for minority-owned businesses

By Peoria Standard | Feb 19, 2025

The city of Peoria is set to host the Equity in Procurement Expo on March 27, 2025, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the Peoria Civic Center, Room 400.

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Woodford County responsible for 25th-highest sales tax revenue in Illinois during November 2024

By Peoria Standard | Feb 18, 2025

Woodford County residents paid $775,666 in sales taxes, the 25th highest total paid per county in November 2024.

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Woodford County residents pay $288,023 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax in November 2024

By Peoria Standard | Feb 18, 2025

In November 2024, Woodford County saw a decrease in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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FOIA Request Sent to Fulton County Sheriff's Office Regarding Inmates with ICE Detainers on February 18, 2025

By Peoria Standard | Feb 18, 2025

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Fulton County Sheriff's Office in Illinois on February 18, 2025.

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FOIA Request Sent to Mason County Sheriff's Office Regarding Inmates with ICE Detainers on February 18, 2025

By Peoria Standard | Feb 18, 2025

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Mason County Sheriff's Office in Illinois on February 18, 2025.

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FOIA Request Sent to Stark County Sheriff's Office Regarding Inmates with ICE Detainers on February 18, 2025

By Peoria Standard | Feb 18, 2025

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Stark County Sheriff's Office in Illinois on February 18, 2025.

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FOIA Request Sent to Rock Island County Sheriff Regarding Inmates with ICE Detainers on February 18, 2025

By Peoria Standard | Feb 18, 2025

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was submitted to the Rock Island County Sheriff's office in Illinois on February 18, 2025.

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FOIA Request Sent to Woodford County Sheriff's Office Regarding Inmates with ICE Detainers on February 18, 2025

By Peoria Standard | Feb 18, 2025

FOIA Request to Woodford County Sheriff's Office Regarding Inmates with ICE Detainers on February 18, 2025.

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Rep. Weaver criticizes HB 2827 while welcoming his nephew to Springfield

By Peoria Standard | Feb 18, 2025

Earlier today, Representative Weaver welcomed his nephew Willie to Springfield, where he served as a page for the day.

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FOIA Request Sent to Marshall County Sheriff's Office Regarding Inmates with ICE Detainers on February 18, 2025

By Peoria Standard | Feb 18, 2025

FOIA Request to Marshall County Sheriff's Office Regarding Inmates with ICE Detainers on February 18, 2025.

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FOIA Request Sent to McDonough County Sheriff's Office Regarding Inmates with ICE Detainers on February 18, 2025

By Peoria Standard | Feb 18, 2025

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the McDonough County Sheriff's Office in Illinois on February 18, 2025.

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FOIA Request Sent to Peoria County Sheriff's Office Regarding Inmates with ICE Detainers on February 18, 2025

By Peoria Standard | Feb 18, 2025

A Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request was sent to the Peoria County Sheriff's Office on February 18, 2025.

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$79,630 in County Sales Tax collected in November 2024 for Woodford County

By Peoria Standard | Feb 17, 2025

In November 2024, Woodford County saw a decrease in County Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Mason County collects $137,768 in County School Facility Tax in November 2024

By Peoria Standard | Feb 17, 2025

In November 2024, Mason County saw an increase in County School Facility Tax collection compared to the previous month.

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Rep. Weaver reflects on leadership contributions for Presidents' Day

By Peoria Standard | Feb 17, 2025

On Presidents' Day, a moment is taken to honor and remember the leaders who have guided the nation through significant challenges and achievements.

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Woodford County collects $118,612 in Countywide Sales Tax in November 2024

By Peoria Standard | Feb 16, 2025

In November 2024, Woodford County saw an increase in Countywide Sales Tax collection compared to the previous month.