Downtown Peoria is, of course, not without crime, as the data shows. But many of the incidents are akin to any area that has a late-night bar scene, Echevarria said.

Peoria City Council District 2 candidates Estrella Diaz, left, and Alex Carmona shake hands after answering questions and sharing ideas during a public forum Saturday, March 15, 2025 at St. Paul's ...

In November 1975, a Journal Star columnist recalled Downtown Peoria's postwar and midcentury heyday. "This was the place to be, the only place," Jerry Klein wrote in a front-page article.

In November 1975, a Journal Star columnist recalled Downtown Peoria's postwar and midcentury heyday. "This was the place to be, the only place," Jerry Klein wrote in a front-page article.

Leasing for the apartments began on June 7 and move-ins will begin July 1. Sources: City of Peoria, Greenlight Communities, Public Records Reach David Ulloa Jr at david.ulloa@gannett.com.

PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — City Hall is launching a new program to help show off the talent of local artists here in Peoria. The Boxes and Beautification Program will feature art from local artists ...