Washington City Council

The owner of a business on Washington's downtown square will get a six-figure payout from the city as a reimbursement for unexpected costs, and the city will spend another $25,000 to repair drainage issues caused by the construction of a neighboring restaurant.

In the aftermath of two major fires over the weekend where lives were saved and pets were rescued, Washington officials praised first responders, community members and neighboring fire departments.

The first adult-use cannabis dispensary in Washington is one step closer to opening after gaining formal support from the city’s elected representatives.

A troublesome 700-foot water main under Bondurant Street just west of Washington Community High School will be replaced this summer. The Washington City Council approved a low bid of about $270,000.

Sales tax revenue from the proposed first adult-use cannabis dispensary in Washington may give residents property tax relief. The possibility was brought up during a Washington City Council meeting.

Washington is the latest Greater Peoria community to ban the sale of kratom. But in Washington's case, the sale of synthetic kratom is no longer allowed while a natural kratom product can be sold, after lab testing.

Washington police dog Styx loves his tennis ball. So much that he accidentally swallowed it and had to have it surgically removed. But he's OK. Police Chief Jeff Stevens said Styx is recovering well.

The chief legal officer for the company that wants to open the first adult-use cannabis dispensary in Washington assured city council members Monday that the building will be discreet and safe.

The city of Washington is named after George Washington. A silhouette of Washington's face is a prominent part of the city's logo. A focus group is exploring whether it's time to ditch the silhouette for a more modern logo.

Washington City Council members heard Monday from opponents of what would be the city's first adult-use cannabis dispensary. The dispensary is planned for the intersection of Centennial and McClugage.