SPRINGFIELD – Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s regional plan to reopen Illinois does not play in Peoria. Officials from Peoria County on Wednesday, May 13 unveiled their own COVID-19…
Despite unprecedented obstacles created by the COVID-19 pandemic, Peoria area home sales rose in the first quarter of 2020 by just over 13 percent. The Peoria Area Association of Agents…
Coordinating the installation of nine large outdoor public sculptures in downtown Peoria has always been challenging even without social distancing amid a global pandemic. “Every…
CUSD 140 students eligible for library cards The Eureka Public Library District and Community Unit School District 140 provides library cards to all enrolled students and school staff….
An unprecedented number of people are dining at home. Many are children, most of whom have parents who are now either unemployed, laid-off or are struggling to afford child care that…
Whether it’s your main entrée, side dish or even dessert, salads can be an easy, nourishing staple in your household’s meal plan. “For many people, salads may not seem exciting…
Some of Illinois’ 350 farmers markets will shutter during 2020, or postpone their openings indefinitely, due to the novel coronavirus pandemic. However, most will carry on with…
John Govia knew there might be obstacles to overcome in planning the Peoria area’s first Taco Festival. He never imagined a global pandemic would be one of them. “A taco festival…
Hinsdale couple file $500 million ...A Hinsdale couple have filed a $500 million claim against a car ...
Men killed in Chicago shootingsTwo men were killed Friday in shootings in Chicago. A 42-year-old man ...
Chicago police shoot two suspects ...Chicago police shot two suspects – one fatally – in separate incidents ...
Renovations close RiverEdge for seasonAurora’s RiverEdge Park is known around northern Illinois as a gem when ...
