Ryan Fuller is a junior at Eureka High School and one of three finalists for an Oticon award for his positive impact on his community.
The Minority Business Development Center hosted a Black Business Alliance for the first time at Northwoods Mall to celebrate Small Business Saturday.
The IHSA football finals return to ISU's Hancock Stadium for the first time in 25 years.
While many people spent Thanksgiving day eating, volunteers at Peoria’s South Side Mission spent their day giving.
Other than furnaces, space heaters, and fireplaces are two common ways to heat your home; they’re also two common causes of house fires.
Knowing the right way to cook can keep your holiday season from going up in flames.
Thousands of people braved the cold Saturday night to watch East Peoria's annual Festival of Lights Parade.
Food banks in Normal handed out turkeys and food boxes with all the fixings to make for a special Thanksgiving.
Salvation Army's Safe Harbor Shelter opens a ‘Midnight Café’ for homeless individuals during cold nights after city codes shut down overnight sleeping shelter.
Questions arise after a Peoria juvenile faces adult charges for a shooting.
Their theory is that by being transparent with real-time accurate information, the department will build strong relationships based on trust.
There were also faculty members and even alumni in attendance in hopes of making a chance before the final decision is made on December 6.
Dozens of people lined the streets of downtown Peoria to celebrate the men and women who have served our country.
State Representative Jehan Gordon-Booth hosted her 13th annual Veterans Appreciation Breakfast Saturday morning.
Not all heroes wear capes, and not all heroes are human.
Fall leaves can eventually become a big problem for homeowners when they pile up.
President Standifird will make the final decisions by the end of the fall semester.
Give Something Back non-profit organization celebrated 20 years and 2,000 students.
With help from people in East Peoria, VFW Post 2078 celebrated Veterans Day a week early with their annual parade through the Levee District.
Peoria Police Officers and County Deputies were allegedly shot at while investigating a possible crime scene Thursday night.
Jolt's executive director says Narcan saves lives.
Bradley University has less than two months to cut millions of dollars from its operating budget and dozens of faculty.
The emotions that come after a 911 call can be traumatizing for the victim and the first responder, but with the new Fire Chaplain Program, there’s help for everyone.
Bradley University hosted the first Central Illinois cybersecurity conference on Saturday.
Roth served in the army in World War Two, so the Patriot Guard Riders rode their bikes to Roanoke to help the local legion and Roth’s friends at the retirement home celebrate over a century on Earth.
Robotics students from across the Midwest researched and created robots for the Roboteer Rumble.
People dressed up and braved the cold Saturday morning for a remembrance walk to celebrate the day of the dead.
Striving entrepreneurs looking for some guidance don’t have to look too far
Lincoln Christian University will officially cease academic operations at the end of the school year in May of 2024
The requirements to join the Bloomington Fire Department proved to be a battle that some could not fight, so the city adjusted.
All-In Donation Day is dedicated to raising money and spreading awareness for the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Illinois.
The crash remains under investigation by Illinois State Police.
Kids and parents dressed in costumes walked the streets of downtown Pekin on Saturday for the annual Trick or Treat on Court Street.
Gold Star Families is a non-profit organization founded in Peoria that assists grieving people who have lost a loved one in active duty service.
The Art Korner Gallery, located off Old Germantown Rd., opened about three weeks ago, but Saturday was its grand opening.
Tazewell County’s Moms for Liberty group had its first meeting Thursday night but was met by protestors saying the group’s ideas weren’t welcome.
East Bluff residents got to talk with community agencies and organizations about the changes they’d like to see in their neighborhood to help reduce crime.
The percentage of people with disabilities who are also employed is on the rise, and one Peoria organization is a part of that change.
Several local organizations that feed people who are hungry or without a home are getting some extra help putting food on the table.
The attacks in Israel have led to hardship for Peoria’s Jewish community, and leaders feel compelled to act now to keep their people safe.
Head Start is a non-profit organization dedicated to early education for kids from birth to five.
It’s a trip to celebrate, honor, and remember family members and friends who fought for our country.
A group of young kids in D.C. offered their thanks by shaking hands with the veterans.
The Church of the Living God in Peoria threw a Harlem Nights-themed party to celebrate 32 years with Pastor LeRoy Smith Jr and his wife, Salmena Smith.
Colene Hoose Elementary School held a grand opening for the public to experience their one-of-a-kind natural play park.
Ameren Illinois, the City of Peoria, and “Trees Forever” planted 100 trees around the south end of Peoria to help reduce energy costs and provide more shade for hot summer days.
Fire at the Lexington Hills Apartments
The $65 million mixed-use community will include 219 luxury apartments, 10,000 square feet of retail space and 276 parking spaces for residents and visitors.
Peoria Police Officers were called to 4020 N. Bourland Ave. Monday evening concerning a man who threatened three individuals and used racial slurs.
More than 6,000 Peoria Public School students rely on bus drivers to get to and from school every day, but school districts in and around Peoria could use more drivers.
