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Woodford County taxpayers give $375,510 in County School Facility Tax in August

By A. D. Fowler | Oct 16, 2025

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

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Rep. Weaver welcomes Grundy Elementary student as page for a day

By E. D. Hanley | Oct 16, 2025

On October 16, 2025, Illinois State Representative Travis Weaver welcomed Jude Phillips as his page for the day on the House floor.

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Rep. Ryan Spain to host free document shredding event in Princeton on October 25

By E. D. Hanley | Oct 16, 2025

Residents of Illinois’ 73rd District will have an opportunity to securely dispose of personal documents at a free shredding event hosted by State Representative Ryan Spain.

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Peoria partners with Habitat for Humanity to build new affordable homes

By E. D. Hanley | Oct 16, 2025

The City of Peoria is set to partner with Habitat for Humanity of Greater Peoria for a wall raising ceremony on Friday, October 17, at 5:00 p.m. The event will take place at 1201 W. Adrian G. Hinton Avenue, where six new affordable single-family...

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OSF HealthCare physician highlights importance of narrative medicine in patient care

By A. N. Peterson | Oct 16, 2025

When it comes to providing quality care, health care professionals are seeking ways to improve their connection with patients.

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Woodford County responsible for 23rd-highest sales tax revenue in Illinois during August

By B. B. Benner | Oct 16, 2025

Woodford County residents paid approximately $1 million in sales taxes, the 23rd highest total paid per county in August.

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Downtown Peoria paving rescheduled due to weather; lane and parking changes announced

By M. K. Wilcox | Oct 15, 2025

Paving work originally scheduled for Monday, October 13, on several downtown Peoria streets has been postponed to Tuesday, October 14, due to weather conditions.

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Paving projects cause road closures and delays in downtown Peoria starting October 13

By M. K. Wilcox | Oct 15, 2025

Paving work will continue on several streets in Peoria beginning at 6 a.m. on Monday, October 13.

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Intersection at Antoinette Street and Madison Park Terrace closing for sewer project

By V. C. Ocampo | Oct 15, 2025

The intersection of W. Antoinette Street and S. Madison Park Terrace will be closed to all traffic starting at 7 a.m. on Monday, October 13.

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Adams Street and Hamilton Boulevard paving begins Friday with lane closures

By M. K. Wilcox | Oct 15, 2025

Paving work on Adams Street and Hamilton Boulevard is scheduled to begin at 6 a.m. on Friday, Oct. 10, according to an announcement from city officials.

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Hamilton Boulevard and Liberty Street resurfacing starts Oct. 7 with lane and parking changes

By V. C. Ocampo | Oct 15, 2025

Beginning at 6 a.m. on Tuesday, October 7, lane and parking restrictions will be implemented on Hamilton Boulevard and Liberty Street in Peoria as resurfacing work begins.

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Water Street to close for Caterpillar Visitor Center Centennial World Tour Oct. 9-11

By V. C. Ocampo | Oct 15, 2025

Beginning at 7 a.m. on Thursday, October 9, S.W. Water Street in Peoria will be closed from Main Street to the entrance of the Peoria Riverfront Museum Parking Deck.

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Tazewell County taxpayers give $621,398 in Countywide Sales Tax in August

By A. D. Fowler | Oct 15, 2025

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

Darin LaHood addresses shutdown, economic investment, and agriculture in recent posts

By V. C. Ocampo | Oct 15, 2025

Darin LaHood, Congressman for Illinois’ 16th district, addressed the ongoing government shutdown, local economic investments, and agricultural issues in recent posts dated October 14 and 15, 2025.

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Three teens charged as adults in fatal South Peoria shooting

By A. R. Ruth | Oct 15, 2025

Three teenagers have been charged as adults in connection with the fatal shooting of 22-year-old Khmari Davis-Rickmon in Peoria, Illinois.

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Rep. Ryan Spain calls for ethics reform following Madigan’s imprisonment

By V. C. Ocampo | Oct 15, 2025

State Representative Ryan Spain has expressed concern that the political culture associated with former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan continues in Springfield, despite Madigan's recent imprisonment for corruption.

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Mason County ranks 77th in total sales taxes paid in Illinois during August

By B. B. Benner | Oct 14, 2025

Mason County residents paid $160,398 in sales taxes, ranking 77th in total sales taxes paid per county in August.

Darin LaHood addresses agriculture, Middle East peace, and Navy anniversary in recent posts

By E. D. Hanley | Oct 14, 2025

U.S. Congressman Darin LaHood highlighted Illinois farmers, recent diplomatic developments in the Middle East, and the U.S. Navy’s anniversary in posts from October 12-14, 2025.

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Additional murder charge filed in shooting death of Peoria teen

By N. C. Baca | Oct 14, 2025

Additional charges have been brought against Jaxon A. Robinson, 18, in the case involving the death of a 15-year-old male in Peoria.

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Boone family turns personal tragedy into youth suicide prevention effort

By A. N. Peterson | Oct 14, 2025

Some days, Johnny and Anita Boone of Monticello, Illinois, struggle to leave their home.