City of Peoria

Peoria is investing heavily in reducing gun violence and juvenile crime through the organizations that call the city home. In October, 12 organizations applied to receive money for violence prevention programs as part of a competitive application process.

As 2022 enters its final weeks, Peoria Mayor Rita Ali believes ongoing road improvements, efforts to cut down on violent crime, and investments in neighborhoods will make Peoria a safer and stronger community. In her latest monthly conversation with WCBU, Ali discusses a range of issues and details a grant application recently submitted to advance the passenger rail project.

The Peoria Planning and Zoning Commission will wait until next year to act on a proposed four-story, 60-unit senior housing complex on Peoria's near South Side.

Andre Allen grew up in Peoria and has been involved in a wide range of area organizations, including the Peoria Area Chamber of Commerce and the Peoria Public Schools Foundation.

The Utility Assistance Program provides assistance with gas and electric bills with funding from the federal American Rescue Plan Act.

Illinois State Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth says she would be willing to “look into” adding Peoria to the list of counties that can install red light cameras.

As the Tri-County area remains under an excessive heat warning, the head of the Peoria City/County Health Department is urging residents to take precautions.

First-year construction on Peoria's Combined Sewer Overflow (CSO) Control Project is expected to start Wednesday, weather permitting, on the city's near north side.

The Peoria Fire Department tallied a six-figure expense in responding to the grain bin explosion at the BioUrja ethanol plant last month.

An honorary street naming at the intersection of Hamilton and Monroe Streets recognized Aurthur Mae Perkins for her dedication to the Peoria community, with a series of speakers lauding that commitment before the “Aurthur Mae Perkins Way” sign was unveiled.