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“I have concluded that the commitment of my time and energy in seeking the nomination for the upcoming primary election is not compatible with my current commitment to serve the citizens of Washington, Illinois, as its Mayor, and my efforts to keep our great City moving in a positive direction,” he said in a release.
The first-term Republican congressman was at grave risk of becoming just the sixth member of the House to be ousted by colleagues.
Several candidates arrived bright and early at the McLean County Treasurer’s Office to file their petitions.
The Peoria County Election Commission has reversed its decision to remove pre-paid postage to return mail-in ballots.
Pekin City Council member Becky Cloyd has resigned from the council.
Illinois Congressman Darin LaHood is throwing his support behind Ohio Rep. Jim Jordan to be the next Speaker of the House.
Jesse Faber says he best represents the 53rd District's conservative values.
Next steps are uncertain, but there is no obvious successor to lead the House Republican majority.
David Paul Blumenshine wants to make McLean County "debt-free, safe and affordable."
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The board is evenly split with nine members from each party, but Democrat Jack Abraham was not in attendance.
Republican Chris Bishop announces run for 37th District Senate seat.
Desi Anderson lost State Senate bid to Democrat David Koehler in 2022.
During Republican Day at the Illinois State Fair Thursday, state party leaders sought a message of unity ahead of the 2024 presidential election.
Republican Chuck Erickson announces run for 88th district house seat
Until Jeannie Biles is replaced, GOP will hold 10-9 majority on the McLean County Board.
Pontiac Prison targeted for significant downsizing.
Almost $360 million to be spent this year on reducing homelessness in Illinois.
Tom Bennett was appointed in January to replace retiring State Sen. Jason Barickman.
700 to 800 apartments and 90 townhomes to part of Bloomington 77 development.
Seniors hear arguments about eliminating cash bail in Illinois criminal justice system.
The ruling upholds the constitutionality of the Act, ending cash bail in Illinois.
The council’s vote was 7-1, with at-large Councilman John Kelly voting no.
A former state representative who lost in the race for Illinois Secretary of State to Alexi Giannoulias has decided not to run for elected office again.
Former Councilman Jeff Fritzen wants court order invalidating High Haven's special use permit.
Stage set for GOP primary battle between Bailey and incumbent U.S. Rep. Mike Bost.
New law means business as usual for the Town of Normal.
$220 payday awaits Tazewell County election judges.
The city council Monday night voted 5-4 to create the Special Commission for Safe Communities.
Supporters call the bill ‘unapologetically aspirational," as legislators mark the one-year anniversary of the Dobbs ruling which ended protection for abortion under Roe versus Wade.
This month marks one year since the U.S. Supreme Court overturned the constitutional right to an abortion
Large crowds and gunfire just before 4 a.m. Sunday in Downtown Peoria
Discharge petitions require 218 signatures
Brady considers run for Congressional seat now held by Democrat Eric Sorensen.
Council votes 5-3 to offer tax breaks for redevelopment of the old Coachman Motel and former City of Refuge Church.
On Tuesday, the House of Representatives started to debate two bills that would block any attempt to regulate the kitchen appliance.
LaHood says field of GOP presidential candidates are "broad, diverse, very talented."
Gaming operators beat a city law in Tazewell County Court.
Democrat Sorensen votes yes on debt ceiling bill.
Illinois Democrats come to terms on what they say is a balanced budget.
Police chief praised for helping his department cope with the death of Officer Daniel Graber.
Negotiations between the President & top GOP leaders have progressed but have not yet produced a deal.
Despite 4-3 vote, new mayor still intends to unify the city.
Senator Markey, Rep. Cori Bush call for expansion of the U.S. Supreme Court to 13 justices.
The annual Lincoln Day Dinner is one of the biggest fundraisers for Peoria and Tazewell County Republicans and typically draws important conservative figures from across the state.
Peoria Proud said there is a scheduled protest outside of the civic center in opposition to the Florida governor’s visit.
2 Rivian vehicles cost taxpayers about $149,000.