Severe storms bring damaging winds, tornadoes, hail to Central Illinois

18 April 2026, 12:15 am

As of publishing this at 10:57 p.m., here is a list of our local storm reports.... Read More »

Tornado warning issued for Peoria, Illinois after confirmed tornado hits South Pekin

17 April 2026, 2:38 pm

A confirmed tornado struck near South Pekin, Illinois, triggering warnings for Peoria, East Peoria, and Morton. Officials warned of a fast-moving, damaging storm threatening thousands, urging ...... Read More »

Deciding where to live in Peoria could change your auto insurance rate

16 April 2026, 12:00 pm

Illinois drivers are paying higher insurance rates based on factors such as zip code, credit score and age, according to a study by O'Neil Risk Consulting & Algorithmic Auditing, and Secretary of ...... Read More »

Peoria City Manager Patrick Urich receives raise and bonus

15 April 2026, 9:59 am

The pay hike for Peoria's city manager, who has been in the job since 2011, keeps him in line with other Illinois city manager salaries.... Read More »

Why Peoria voters will see question about Israel on November ballots

14 April 2026, 4:17 pm

Voters in Peoria Township will see a non-binding question on the November ballot regarding Illinois state law and Israel. The referendum asks if Illinois congressional members should support repealing ...... Read More »

Peoria named among nation's top 100 livable cities. Here's why

14 April 2026, 7:54 am

A nationwide survey ranked Peoria among the nation's most livable cities, just ahead of Daytona Beach, Florida.... Read More »

Your guide to 2026 summer events on the Peoria riverfront

13 April 2026, 4:34 am

Peoria's riverfront is set to host a summer full of events, from music festivals and concerts to cultural celebrations.... Read More »

9 Peoria, Illinois Places Where Cheesecake Steals The Show

7 April 2026, 12:47 am

Cheesecake lovers in Peoria, Illinois, have plenty to get excited about at these spots where dessert completely steals the spotlight.... Read More »

Peoria new housing has significantly dropped since 2004

6 April 2026, 4:34 pm

Peoria has approved less housing construction in recent years compared to the early 2000's; organizations are working to build more affordable housing with the help of state and federal grants.... Read More »

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