Enjoy warm summer evenings and live music in July at the Peoria Riverfront Museum. The following performances are inspired by ongoing exhibits at the museum, 222 SW Washington St. Joe…
Women leaders in Central Illinois’ manufacturing, technology, and education sectors are working together to coordinate the annual 4G (Girl + Games + Gadgets = Genius) STEM Camp…
When food prices are high, everyone takes a hit, including food pantries. But now, a local and widespread source of protein— venison — is making its way from the field onto plates…
“Never stop learning, because life never stops teaching.” – Kirill Korshikov. University of Illinois Extension Master Gardener (EMG) Bob Coppernoll is a shining example of…
Using revenue generated from adult-use cannabis sales, the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority (ICJIA) announced 21 grants totaling $3.5 million to organizations offering…
Community focused, teamwork, and productive are words that Extension Master Gardeners (EMG) use to describe their Sow to Grow Garden project. This project started out growing fruits…
Holiday Shop and Stroll The annual event that connects shoppers with nature while they shop for some unique Christmas gifts will be held once again at the Forest Park Nature Center,…
Four Peoria area businesses were among the 28 small businesses that were recognized by The Illinois Office of Tourism as part of the Illinois Made program The program recognizes each…
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 ...
State loses more than 1,000 ...Illinois lost more than 1,000 jobs in April. Figures from the state's ...
Homer Glen man charged with ...A Homer Glen man has been charged with threatening a state representative ...
