Primary election 2026: Local races on the ballot in Peoria County

14 March 2026, 11:09 pm

Primary elections for key local, state and federal seats in the Peoria area will be held on March 17, setting the stage for what figures to be pivotal general elections on Nov. 3. What you'll see on ...... Read More »

Peoria bridge inspection will reduce traffic lanes. Here's what to know

14 March 2026, 10:01 pm

An Illinois Department of Transportation inspection of the Cedar Street bridge means motorists should expect delays due to closed traffic lanes.... Read More »

Peoria arts community envisions future with new production studio

14 March 2026, 6:37 pm

State Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth (D-Peoria) said her motivation for supporting the project is to keep creative talent in the Peoria area.... Read More »

Peoria pastor and grocery store owner’s ‘bad decision’ leads to DUI arrest

14 March 2026, 5:26 pm

The pastor behind a long-planned grocery store meant to fill a food desert in South Peoria has been arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol, which he acknowledges has “shed a dark cloud’ ...... Read More »

Peoria Heights voters to weigh in on grocery tax question in March 17 election

12 March 2026, 11:31 am

Peoria Heights voters will soon vote on whether to reestablish a 1% local grocery tax, which could generate up to $135,000 in revenue for the village, but Mayor Matt Wigginton believes it would place ...... Read More »

Peoria area at 'moderate' risk for severe weather. What to know

10 March 2026, 10:54 am

The Peoria area is now at "moderate" risk for a severe weather tonight, including possible tornadoes. Here's the forecast.... Read More »

How plans for this new Peoria business park are moving forward

9 March 2026, 11:22 am

The city of Peoria and Peoria County are pressing ahead with plans to build a multi-million-dollar business park in Peoria.... Read More »

‘East to Par-A-Dice’: East Peoria mayor unveils new motto in State of the City address

6 March 2026, 4:24 am

Mayor John Kahl of East Peoria discussed the city’s development successes, proposed budget, and the Par-A-Dice Casino Hotel investment in his State of the City address.... Read More »

Peoria principal one of seven finalists for Illinois award

3 March 2026, 4:31 am

The Peoria principal was selected from a pool of nearly 100 nominees and "leads her school with empathy, clarity and high expectations." ...... Read More »

Illinois high school football playoff scores: Peoria-area IHSA second-round recap, highlights

7 November 2025, 11:00 am

A total of 128 high school football teams entered the second round of the Illinois High School Association playoffs with games Friday and Saturday across the state. Seven programs from the Journal ...... Read More »

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