Business
Peoria Approves Downtown Development Incentives
New tax-increment financing district aims to spur investment in city's core.
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
Crime
Peoria High Basketball Coach Faces New Charges After 2nd Student Comes Forward
The 41-year-old coach is accused of sexual abuse and grooming of two students at the school.
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.
Politics
Celebrate Abraham Lincoln's Birthday
Lincoln's deep understanding of the Declaration of Independence's meaning shaped his political philosophy.
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
Sports
Bradley Braves get boost from ex-player during OT win
Former Bradley player's visit helped inspire team to victory over Missouri Valley leader
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
Lifestyle
Peoria Welcomes New Restaurants and Taproom Openings
From a Warehouse District brewery to a low country-inspired eatery, the Peoria area is seeing a flurry of new dining options.
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
