As Halloween parties get underway, State and Local law enforcement, as well as the Illinois Department of Transportation, are reminding drivers to exercise some extra awareness. IDOT Spokesman Brian Williamsen says children will also be out past dark.
"You know it’s dark outside, it’s getting darker earlier and earlier," Williamsen said. "Kids are going to be out when they probably normally would not be out, so definitely be aware of that.”
IDOT is also reminding people picking-up or dropping off trick-or-treaters, to pull off the road in a safe spot and turn on hazard lights.
There are also some indoor community Halloween Parties: The Helping Hand Resource Center on S. Blaine St. in Peoria is hosting a family party Sat., Oct. 29, from 5-8pm. The Peoria Police Department’s Police-A-Treat is from 4-8pm.
Monday, Oct. 31st, Heddington Oaks nursing home is hosting an open house planned from 5-7pm. Residents will hand out candy to trick-or-treaters.