Jon Schoenheider

With more entering the field, medical professionals had the chance to stay sharp during a skills workshop Wednesday at Bradley University.

Kids will soon to be out of school for summer break, but many parents working from home won’t be getting a break of their own.

The average energy bill is expected to increase $600 a year after June 1, but keeping cool while paying less for power starts with little to no cost.

For anyone looking at the night sky Sunday, the moon looked a little more colorful than usual.

Middle school students at Peoria Public Schools faced their fears and spoke from the heart Saturday during the student speech competition finals.

Starbucks workers at Peoria’s Campustown location are back on the picket line, fighting for the rights of a fellow employee at risk of losing her job.

For the first time, the City of Peoria is offering summer job opportunities for teens as young as eighth grade to get their careers started early.

The Peoria Police Department took time to honor those who have lost their lives in the line of duty during a special ceremony.

The bill, sponsored by State Rep. Jehan Gordon Booth, will support police in areas across the state in teaming up with social service agencies to address the root causes of disturbances or crime.

The half-brother of Navin Jones, did not die of SIDS according to the review team reexamining the 2007 death of three-month-old Nigel Ragon.

There’s a new fitness offering at Landmark Recreation Center, with the goal of getting younger residents the exercise they need.

Ahead of Mother’s day, a group of Peoria moms are working to get more guns off the street to protect their children.

Last Monday, a leak revealed the Supreme Court was considering overturning Roe vs. Wade, the landmark abortion rights decision. Now, locals are making their stance known alongside many nationwide, as outrage grows regarding the possible outcome.

Peoria Public Schools made some big announcements about facility renovations Wednesday to accompany a positive overview from the district’s superintendent.

With so much happening in the world, the stock market and the economy are feeling the effects. But financial experts say there’s no need to panic.

Three months into her new job, Assistant City Manager Kimberly Richardson is expressing confidence about Peoria’s outlook, while calling for more open communication from the local government.

With the ongoing supply shortage, new mothers are scrambling to find baby formula. So a local pregnancy health center is becoming a hub for those looking for it.

Businesses can apply for up to $50,000 in four categories - Recovery, income, startup and expansion.

Spring is now in full swing with the arrival of May, and the Peoria Lindenhof celebrated with a flair of German tradition.

A local gym is leading a global initiative, becoming a testing ground for a disinfecting robot.

Turning down the air conditioning is often a necessity during the warm months. But the amount Peoria residents pay to keep cool is about to change.

The press team for GOP gubernatorial candidate Richard Irvin has responded to our requests for comment as to why he wasn’t present during the forum Monday night in Washington.

A Bradley student accused of killing two people while driving drunk is set to graduate with the Class of 2022. Now, the campus community is speaking out against her even walking across the stage during the ceremony.

Five Republican candidates vying to take on Governor JB Pritzker in the fall general election took to the stage at Five Points Washington Monday night to answer questions on voters minds.

Members get to use tools like drones, advanced radar programs and other communications tools.

30 years after it first started, an event raising awareness for those with multiple sclerosis returned Sunday.

17 local schools are competing for next weekend’s top title in the first-ever IHSA esports tournament.

It’s now three years since Illinois legalized recreational marijuana, and April 20 is a big day for some to celebrate that fact. But the effects of the law don’t extend to everything, including the workplace. Some lawmakers want to change that, based on the risks it could pose to safety.

The now-optional mask mandate for travel is not a one size fits all approach. But for some who need to get around, they’re ready for the return of choice.

23-year-old Stephanie Melgoza could face 28 years in prison if found guilty of taking the lives of two people while driving under the influence April 10.

The Easter festivities were in full swing at Wildlife Prairie Park Sunday, with the return of holiday events put off by years of the pandemic.

Residents feeling nostalgic about their favorite vehicles stopped by the Indoor Invitational Auto Show to enjoy the driving machines of the past.

The Carver Community Center is celebrating one hundred years of service. To kick it off, local kids worked to organize an event for families to enjoy all things Easter on Saturday.

The Peoria County Board voted unanimously to sell the former Heddington Oaks nursing home in March to UnityPoint Health in a $10 million deal. Now, we’re learning more about how the facility will look and the purposes it will serve.

Orange symbolizes the effort to make work zones safer

26th bargaining session scheduled for Thursday

We’re learning new details about the Twin Cities’ fifth homicide, including the name of the victim. It’s the latest in a spike in gun violence for the area, with city leaders working on ways to combat it.

Bikers united Sunday for an annual event to share their passions for the road.

Helping the community in more ways than one, the Central Illinois Flea Market kicked off its first ever event Sunday in Peoria.

The Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity wants to spread a message of respect for young men in the community. That goal was at the center of the event they held Saturday at the Tri-County Urban League.

Federal student loan payments have been paused for nearly two years. Now, the Biden administration is extending the pandemic moratorium again.

106,000 Americans are waiting for an organ donation that may be the difference between life and death. Throughout April, one organization is looking to bring attention to the need to lower the number.

Hunters from across the area came together to celebrate their hobby this weekend, while getting a chance to pick up some new gear and see fellow hunter’s trophies in person.

A local state senator wants to put a stop to a crime that can have a lifetime impact.

The Prairie Vista apartment complex in North Peoria could be changing hands and getting a facelift, all to the tune of $65 million. But the deal comes with some requirements, getting pushback from residents.

A Morton nursing home is facing $25,000 in fines after IDPH records show a mentally ill resident escaped through an open window last summer.

An American Idol contestant hailing from the Heart of Illinois is set to make her small screen return Monday night.

First responders got a chance to refresh their knowledge of rescue skills across an array of categories this weekend.

One person is in the hospital after a house fire, with a cause still under investigation.

Ever tried to run to Mars? While it may sound like something out of science fiction, that’s exactly what a group of runners did today in Peoria.