The Fourth of July is just a few days away, commemorating the independence of the nation and the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. Whether you're planning to celebrate Independence ...

Heat indexes continue to sit in the triple digits across Illinois this weak as an excruciating heat wave makes its way through the Midwest. But will temperatures dip in time for Fourth of July ...

July is full of activities. Here are five events you might want to check out in the Peoria area this Fourth of July weekend. Several fireworks shows are planned throughout the Peoria area this weekend ...

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The Cincinnati Reds look to avoid a 4-game sweep at the Milwaukee Brewers Thursday. First pitch in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is ...

As we get ready to celebrate Independence Day in central Illinois, it's also time to enjoy local festivals, check out a variety of concerts and more. Here are 16 things to do in the Peoria area in the ...

The Peoria Public Schools board has delayed a vote on a proposed sales tax increase that could be placed on November ballots.

Illinois will require universal lead testing for children starting July 1. Here's how the new standard will work.

Logan Radosavlyev, 7, of Germantown Hills, left, leaps for a splash in the face as he and his brother Leo, 8, right, enjoy ...

A Peoria man faces attempted murder charges and is accused of beating his girlfriend for several hours in April.

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