New shopping centers are opening up, surrounded by brand-new neighborhoods and restaurants. Here's a look at how all of this growth came to be.

Jimmy’s Bar in West Peoria bar is throwing its annual party for a good cause. Jimmy’s Bar, located at 2801 W Farmington Road, ...

Fans of the Peoria Riverfront Museum can view the museum for free today. Today is an “Access for All” day and due to support from the Art Bridges ...

Check out the latest exhibits and events Central Illinois museums, galleries and historic sites have to offer.

An decision by the Diocese of Joliet about church closures in Will County could force the closure of Park Forest’s history ...

Journal Star readers were invited to choose their favorite Peoria-area dining spots for the 2024 Community’s Choice Awards. Here are the top three Romantic Restaurants in the Peoria area as voted on ...

According to the Project 4625 website — created to advertise the property — Red Lobster operated a restaurant on the site from 1988 until it closed last August. The property includes a commercial ...

Discover the hidden gems of Illinois, including its diverse landmarks and rich history. Explore the Land of Lincoln.

Discover the hidden gems of Illinois, including its diverse landmarks and rich history. Explore the Land of Lincoln.

For over 850 years, the leaning minaret of the Great Mosque of al-Nuri stood as an iconic landmark in the Iraqi city of Mosul ...

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