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Two "Vote Here" sandwich boards stand outside the polling place at East Peoria City Hall on Tuesday.
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Elections officials in Peoria, Tazewell counties report strong early participation
Joe Deacon
Peoria-area elections officials say early voting and vote-by-mail numbers have been higher than typical midterms this year, but they’re not sure that will translate into an increase in overall voter turnout.
Mourners gather at a special burial for Peoria County's unclaimed deceased
Bill Poorman
Local News
Peoria County holds special burial service for unclaimed deceased
Bill Poorman
A man wearing glasses, a dark suit, and a purple patterned tie.
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New leader takes over at the Peoria Housing Authority
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