Stories | Peoria Standard

Peoria County taxpayers give $716,747 in Countywide Sales Tax in August

By A. D. Fowler | Oct 10, 2025

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

Peoria man held without bond after being charged in girlfriend’s shooting

By N. C. Baca | Oct 10, 2025

A Peoria County judge has ordered Calvin L. Freeman, 35, to remain in custody while he awaits trial for allegedly shooting his girlfriend earlier this week.

Walking for Wellness indoor walking program returns Oct. 14 at JHS Bowl

By Y. M. Perkins | Oct 10, 2025

The Walking for Wellness program at Jacksonville Memorial Hospital will begin a new season on October 14.

Enrollment Analysis: White students comprised 87.8% of Tazewell County’s districts student body in 2023-24 school year

By C. E. Murphy | Oct 10, 2025

In Tazewell County school districts, 15,948 white students were enrolled in the 2023-24 school year, according to the Illinois State Board of Education.

Darin LaHood discusses agriculture policy and China’s rare earth exports in recent posts

By V. C. Ocampo | Oct 10, 2025

U.S. Congressman Darin LaHood posted updates on October 9-10, focusing on agriculture issues in Illinois' farming communities and commenting on China's rare earth export restrictions.

Peoria County sets deadline for payment of 2024 real estate taxes

By P. E. Pham | Oct 10, 2025

The deadline for paying 2024 real estate taxes in Peoria County, which are due in 2025, is approaching.

Darin LaHood addresses government shutdown, honors veterans, and comments on Middle East peace deal

By M. K. Wilcox | Oct 9, 2025

U.S. Congressman Darin LaHood addressed several topics on social media between October 6-9, 2025.

Fulton County taxpayers give $284,750 in County School Facility Tax in August

By A. D. Fowler | Oct 9, 2025

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

Enrollment Analysis: White students comprised 91.7% of Stark County’s districts student body in 2023-24 school year

By C. E. Murphy | Oct 9, 2025

In the 2023-24 school year, 91.7% of students enrolled in Stark County school districts identified as white.

OSF HealthCare pediatrician highlights importance of well-child visits for children’s health

By Y. M. Perkins | Oct 9, 2025

Preventive care is a key part of raising healthy children, according to OSF HealthCare pediatrician Chasity Caperton, MD.

$47,694 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collected in August for Stark County

By A. D. Fowler | Oct 9, 2025

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

Peoria Standard publication area sees 34 H-2A petitions approved for employers classified under Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting industry during 2024

By G. E. Lee | Oct 8, 2025

In 2024, all of the H-2A petitions filed by Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting industry employers in the Peoria Standard publication area were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-2A Employer Data Hub.

Peoria Standard

Latest News

Peoria County taxpayers give $716,747 in Countywide Sales Tax in August

Peoria man held without bond after being charged in girlfriend’s shooting

Walking for Wellness indoor walking program returns Oct. 14 at JHS Bowl

Enrollment Analysis: White students comprised 87.8% of Tazewell County’s districts student body in 2023-24 school year

Darin LaHood discusses agriculture policy and China’s rare earth exports in recent posts

Peoria County sets deadline for payment of 2024 real estate taxes

Darin LaHood addresses government shutdown, honors veterans, and comments on Middle East peace deal

Fulton County taxpayers give $284,750 in County School Facility Tax in August

Enrollment Analysis: White students comprised 91.7% of Stark County’s districts student body in 2023-24 school year

OSF HealthCare pediatrician highlights importance of well-child visits for children’s health

$47,694 in Special County Retailers Occupation Tax collected in August for Stark County

Peoria Standard publication area sees 34 H-2A petitions approved for employers classified under Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting industry during 2024

Peoria County Education: 12,960 white students enrolled in school districts in 2023-24 school year

Peoria announces continued resurfacing work with lane closures and parking restrictions

City of El Paso Zoning Board of Appeals will meet October 16

Breast Cancer Awareness Month aims to promote early detection and support affected families

City of Lewistown City Council met Sept. 9

City of Chillicothe Finance Committee met Sept. 10

City of Chillicothe Economic Development Committee met Sept. 9

City of Batavia Committee of the Whole met Sept. 9

City of Peoria to honor Agatucci’s Restaurant with honorary street naming

Other Publications

News

Marketing

More Info