Local and state dignitaries gathered at 3917 S.W. Adams St. in Peoria on June 14 to ensure the stories of those who contributed to Peoria and United States history are not forgotten….
A historic wooden bridge in Richmond faces possible demolition by neglect. The historic span, located on George Street between Main and Charles streets, is the last of two wooden bridges…
A group hoping to preserve the history of Peoria Heights is asking the public to search their basements, closets and attics for forgotten items that might help tell the story of the…
In some fashion, the Woodford County Historical Society’s most recent book, “The Archive”, began writing itself more than 200 years ago, though compiling that history required…
A group hoping to preserve the history of Peoria Heights is asking the public to search their basements, closets and attics for forgotten items that might help tell the story of the…
The Tazewell County Clerk & Recorder of Deeds Office released the 2023 county yearbook, a yearly publication that provides the public with the contact information for all Tazewell…
A previously barren patch of land at Elgin’s Bluff City Cemetery now features a black granite monument, a memorial park bench and a newly planted burr oak tree. The elements recognize…
It wouldn’t be inaccurate to call Sycamore a living history museum. It’s home to more than 17,000 people who live, work and play here. But the DeKalb County seat also boasts more…
Men killed in Chicago shootingsTwo men were killed Friday in shootings in Chicago. A 42-year-old man ...
Black Lives Matter founder takes ...A two-year controversy ended with the swearing-in ceremony of new members at ...
Suspect charged in shooting of ...A Belleville man has been charged in connection with the shooting of ...
Homer Glen man charged with ...A Homer Glen man has been charged with threatening a state representative ...
