Dean Muellerleile
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The Bob Michel Bridge is closing soon. Here's what you need to know
Drivers will be detoured across the Illinois River on the Murray Baker Bridge carrying Interstate 74 from Peoria to East Peoria. → Read More
30,000 gallons of water per day? The deep, intricate history of Peoria Mineral Springs
Hope springs eternal: Peoria Mineral Springs caretakers remain protective of legacy, dedicated to future. → Read More
Pedestrian hospitalized after hit-and-run on West Bluff in Peoria
With the assistance of a license plate recognition camera, police located the suspect's vehicle and arrested him. → Read More
Man arrested in 'suspicious' Mason County death
A 69-year-old man was found dead near a Goofy Ridge home in rural Mason County, Illinois. → Read More
Some precipitation is coming to Peoria — but don't expect any snow to stick
Peoria experienced its eighth-warmest winter on record, with an average temperature of 33 degrees, compared with a normal 28.8 degrees. → Read More
Snow is expected this week in Peoria and central Illinois
Rain, possible sleet and a wintry mix of rain and snow are possible for the Peoria area this week, according to the National Weather Service. → Read More
Historical spell check: How many R's are in this Peoria street's name?
Confusion over "Forrest Hill Avenue" dates back more than a century. → Read More
Why you might see a helicopter flying over the Illinois River this month
The U.S. Geological Survey will send a helicopter towing a large hoop on low-level flights over central Illinois as part of an ongoing study. → Read More
It's Girl Scout Cookie time. What's new this year and how to get them in Peoria
In addition to the perennial favorites, 2023 brings a new Girl Scout Cookie variety to Peoria. Sales begin Jan. 16. → Read More
How much is this 1995 'classic' car worth in Illinois? Get ready for sticker shock
At more than 25 years old, the Oldsmobile can be informally considered a "classic" and "collector" vehicle. → Read More
Apartments under construction at Warehouse District building in Peoria
Construction has begun on 90 apartments at 800 SW Adams Street in downtown Peoria. → Read More
Peoria's Hamilton Store offered the 'magic of television'
Peoria nostalgia: "After watching only one program, we knew we had made the right choice in spending our hard-earned money on this magic of television" → Read More
Three dogs killed in Peoria fire
Damage was estimated at $175,000 in a house fire on North Galena Road in Peoria → Read More
A testament to Peoria's heyday, this historic home has a long tradition of family
The Patrician Home in Peoria began as a family — big family — residence. Here's the history of the house and its current use. → Read More
A drive-in down memory lane: Dog n Suds in Peoria
In the Peoria area, there were once multiple Dog n Suds. Despite its decline, it is fondly remembered. → Read More
Arrest made in fatal September shooting in Peoria
Domonicue D. Linwood, 24, was held on charges of first-degree murder, armed robbery, home invasion, motor vehicle theft and other counts. → Read More
Christine McVie, Fleetwood Mac mesmerized Peoria audience in 1976
Christine McVie was part of Fleetwood Mac when the group played in Peoria in 1976. And the crowd "loved it." → Read More
Ancient burial ground hides in plain sight near Caterpillar Mossville plant
There's little indication that four small, unnatural humps on the floodplain are parts of a prehistoric burial ground near Mossville, Illinois. → Read More
Driver dies in Peoria County crash
A motorist was killed in a single-vehicle accident early Saturday in Peoria County. → Read More
Peoria man identified as person killed in encounter with police
The Peoria man suffered multiple gunshot wounds throughout his body, according to the Peoria County coroner. → Read More