Alex Dalton
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Chicago, IL, United States
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Caterpillar's fourth-quarter 2022 report shows continued growth
Caterpillar's fourth-quarter 2022 report, released on Monday, highlighted the company's continued revenue growth over the previous year. → Read More
Peoria hospital tackles 'acute need' for adults with painful, inherited ailment: 'They didn't have a place to go'
A new OSF clinic addresses a long unmet need in Peoria and central Illinois. → Read More
Bradley bought the Avanti's on Main Street. The school has a unique plan for the site
Bradley University announced on Monday that it has acquired the former site of an Avanti's Ristorante on West Main Street and plans to use the site for a new green space. → Read More
Jehan Gordon-Booth makes history with new title in state legislature
Jehan Gordon Booth represents the 92nd State House District, which includes Peoria and surrounding communities north of the Illinois River. → Read More
Peoria approves bid to raze another school containing hazardous materials
Contractors will demolish the crumbling Harrison and McKinley school buildings after Peoria leaders approved the second of two deals. → Read More
City Council approves $90,000 payment to controversial Peoria police officer
The city of Peoria accepted a deal for the resignation of a police officer who was reinstated after being fired for allegedly racist online behavior. → Read More
When the owners of an ice cream shop lost their home in a fire, Elmwood got hungry
After the owners of this Elmwood restaurant were displaced by a house fire, community members rallied to support their family and their business. → Read More
Downtown Peoria bar plans to relocate in 2023
The owner of Peoria's 8 Bit Arcade Bar said that the establishment will move to a larger Southwest Water Street location in 2023. → Read More
'The wind is going to be everything with this event': Peoria braces for snowstorm
How much snow are we supposed to get in Peoria? Here's the latest forecast, which includes a winter storm warning. → Read More
Why did Peoria City Council member not file paperwork for reelection? 'A number of reasons'
A longtime Peoria City Council member will not be on the ballot for the at-large elections in 2023. We asked her about it. → Read More
Eco-friendly design: This Peoria startup helps businesses with sustainable packaging
De Ingles, the founder of Rootlebox, hopes her company can help businesses operate more sustainably through eco-friendly design. → Read More
Evictions leave some residents of Peoria's East Bluff seeking relief from city council
Several residents of the Peoria's East Bluff asked the Peoria City Council for help after they were issued 30-day eviction notices last month. → Read More
Flashing red? Here's why repairs are delayed at a busy Peoria intersection
A Peoria Public Works Department spokesman said the city's delay in replacing a damaged signal pole is because of supply chain issues. → Read More
Peoria City Council candidate removed from at-large council ballot. Here's why
Shawn Allen's candidacy for an at-large Peoria City Council seat ended after a petition challenge removed him from the ballot. → Read More
Another cannabis dispensary is up for approval. What will Peoria City Council do?
A new marijuana dispensary might be coming to a prominent Peoria shopping center, if the City Council approves it. → Read More
Here are the 11 candidates seeking Peoria City Council seats in 2023
Here is a look at the 11 candidates seeking to fill five at-large spots on the Peoria City Council. → Read More
Contract negotiations with Peoria city employees' union begin
Union members for Peoria city employees have complained of understaffing and a failure of wages to keep pace with inflation. → Read More
Peoria takes 'important step' for historic landmark on the East Bluff
Built in 1837 and located on Northeast Glen Oak Avenue, the John C. Flanagan House Museum is the oldest standing house in Peoria. → Read More
Peorians support on-site cannabis usage at dispensaries, survey says; City Council disagrees
A majority of respondents to a public survey want on-site consumption at Peoria cannabis dispensaries. The City Council is not so keen. → Read More
Woman killed in Peoria shooting, police say
A woman is dead following a shooting in Peoria on Saturday. The shooting is under investigation. → Read More