Peoria Police Chief Eric Echevarria said at a news conference Tuesday night that the teenager was arrested on charges of ...

As Peoria experiences considerable development and economic growth, here’s a look back at the city’s roots and early days.

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Wilbur R. Smith founded his namesake pharmacy in 1938 at the corner location, according to Journal Star archives. Smith had ...

One candidate encouraged voters to "do their research" about her opponent's qualifications during the Peoria debate.

Since the late 1880s February 2nd has been celebrate as Groundhog Day. A way to “predict” when the winter weather moves on to ...

Prominent among them was Leo's Flower Shop near the corner of Knoxville and McClure avenues, named for its colorful, charismatic owner, called "Peoria's floral leprechaun" for his tradition of giving ...

Less than 48 hours after a 9-year-old was shot in the chest, Peoria police announced Tuesday night that a 15-year-old was in ...

The King Holiday Commitee presented NAACP Peoria Branch president Marvin Hightower with a Dr. Martin Luther King commemorative leadership award Monday.

By Laura Aka for WorkingNation. Broadcast version by Judith Ruiz-Branch for Illinois News Connection reporting for the WorkingNation-Public News Service Collaboration Considered the oldest community ...

Strong travel figures and a grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation over the last year have supported the addition of more routes, including daily service to Denver. In 2024, the airport ...