Andy Kravetz, Journal Star

Andy Kravetz

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Peoria, IL, United States

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Past:
  • Journal Star
  • The Courier-Journal
  • The Pantagraph
  • Galesburg.com
  • Stars and Stripes
  • SJ-R Breaking News
  • The Columbus Dispatch
  • Govtech.com
  • Daily Herald
  • Military.com

Past articles by Andy:

Three suffer gunshot wounds to the leg after fight at West Peoria tavern

The shooter remains at large. None of the people injured suffered life-threatening wounds. → Read More

United Auto Workers ratify six-year labor agreement with Caterpillar

Details regarding the labor contract were scarce, though the union has said 401(ks) and other benefits were an issue. → Read More

Teens arrested in wake of carjacking on West Bluff of Peoria

Four young males were arrested after a carjacking and subsequent wreck in Peoria, police said. → Read More

Woman arrested after deadly stabbing in Peoria

Peoria police say a woman fatally stabbed a man. → Read More

This man's remains were pulled from the Illinois River in 2016. The case is still unsolved

The body of John Frisch was found in Schuyler County in late 2016, while his skull was found on a riverbank in 2017 in Kingston Mines. → Read More

Explosions destroy house and neighboring apartment building in Peoria

Total damage was estimated at about $250,000. Six people were displaced from the Peoria dwellings by the fire. → Read More

Organizer explains why Tailgate N' Tallboys festival left Peoria for other Illinois locales

This music festival started in Peoria, but has moved on to other locations. Here's why the festival may not return any time soon. → Read More

Morton man sentenced for returning to his son the gun used in Waffle House shooting

Jeffrey Reinking must serve at least 50% of his sentence. He will report to prison in 90 days, the judge ordered. → Read More

Lane closures on Glen Avenue signal start of two-year reconstruction project in Peoria

The $13.6 million project is expected to last two years and ultimately rebuild the pavement on one of the busiest and bumpy roads in Peoria, Illinois. → Read More

Former bus monitor for Peoria schools charged with criminal sexual assault

The Peoria woman is accused of having an inappropriate relationship with a teen boy, according to police. → Read More

Peoria initiative could help new businesses with 'olive branch'

The final details as well as a timeline of when people can apply will come out later this spring. → Read More

Suspect has been indicted in deadly shooting at Peoria County gas station

The 22-year-old suspect will appear in court on Thursday and faces up to life in prison if convicted of all charges. → Read More

Peoria man sentenced to 22 years in prison for his role in Galesburg bank robbery

Williams and his accomplice must serve at least 85% of their sentence. → Read More

Illinois is the most unfriendly state for taxes, study says. How it arrived at that conclusion

Taxes are one of the biggest pain points for Illinois residents. This study says there is reason to complain. → Read More

Peoria Heights man sentenced to 10 years in prison for setting fire to a house

Walker pleaded guilty on Feb. 16 and received the 10 year sentence. → Read More

One East Bluff home was struck at least 41 times by gunfire, rupturing a gas line

Officers counted approximately 81 shell casings on the ground outside of the home. → Read More

Name released of machete-wielding Illinois man shot and killed by police this weekend

The ISP will conduct an independent investigation and submit the case to the Stark County State’s Attorney once complete. → Read More

Chillicothe man pleads guilty to setting fire at Planned Parenthood in Peoria

A Chillicothe man faces five to 20 years in prison after he pleaded guilty to setting a fire at Planned Parenthood in Peoria, Illinois. → Read More

Peoria teen succumbs to gunshot wound after weekend shooting

A Peoria teen was found shot in a vehicle parked in the middle of the road. He was declared brain dead on Feb. 16, 2023, according to the coroner. → Read More

Woman pleads guilty to being intoxicated in collision that killed two in East Peoria

A Bradley University graduate pleaded guilty in a deadly crash that killed an Ohio woman and a Seattle man. → Read More