Politics
Peoria Protesters Call for ICE Abolishment or Reform
Demonstrators demand changes to federal immigration enforcement agency
Court Ruling Allows Peoria County Early Voting to Begin
Protestors in Peoria call for abolishment or reform of ICE
Peoria County Delays Voting Start Amid State-Level Court Case
Election officials cite potential ballot issues as reason for postponing early voting and vote-by-mail.
Crime
24-Year-Old Deputy Shot Multiple Times on Duty Released from Hospital
Deputy Jack Evans recovering after undergoing surgeries for his injuries sustained during a foot pursuit in Peoria, Illinois.
Peoria County Sheriff's Deputy Released from Hospital After Shooting
Deputy Jack Evans underwent surgery for multiple gunshot wounds after being shot during a traffic stop.
Peoria County Deputy Leaves Hospital After Shooting
Deputy Jack Evans was released from the hospital after being shot during a traffic stop a week ago.
Business
Peoria Rejects Settlement Offer, Vows to Fight New Casino Plans
City Council votes down $1.8 million annual deal with Boyd Gaming over proposed East Peoria casino.
Illinois Announces $3.6M in Grants for Local Food Infrastructure
Funding aims to strengthen supply chains and help farmers expand operations
Peoria Reaches Deal with Casino Operator for Revenue Sharing
The agreement aims to balance economic development and local business concerns.
Sports
Bradley ends Belmont's 9-game winning streak with 95-84 OT victory
Jaquan Johnson scores 31 points to lead the Braves to the upset win over the Bruins.
Bradley Braves Defeat Belmont Bruins in Overtime
Top MVC team falls to Bradley in thrilling overtime matchup at Carver Arena
Belmont Bruins Cruise Past Bradley Braves in MVC Matchup
Belmont's stifling defense too much for Bradley's offense in road victory
Lifestyle
Vatican Approves Beatification of Archbishop Fulton Sheen
Beloved Catholic evangelist's sainthood cause advances after years of delays
Vatican Approves Beatification of Iconic U.S. Preacher Fulton Sheen
Sheen's path to sainthood faced delays over concerns about clergy misconduct cases
Peoria Kids Celebrate Black History Month by Honoring Trailblazers
Children as young as 4 presented on African American leaders, innovators, and heroes at a community event.
