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UPDATED: Victim in Monday night shooting on Peoria’s East Bluff was 13UPDATE (6/11/2024) — Peoria police said on Tuesday that the victim of a Monday night shooting on Peoria’s East Bluff was 13 years old. According to Peoria police spokesperson Semone Roth, the boy suffered a gunshot wound in his leg. He was transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

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Journal StarGet the scoop on ice cream shops, outdoor dining and farmers markets in PeoriaSo, let’s dish out some stories on nice, cool ice cream. I’ll also share the scoop on outdoor dining with nice views,. And we’ll dish out other summer restaurant news. Longtime family ice cream shop revived with new name. The Carius family Dairy Queen operated in Morton...

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South Peoria man indicted for allegedly trying to kill his cousinPEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — A South Peoria man was indicted Tuesday on charges he tried to kill his cousin by slicing his stomach open. Korie Neltner, 36, faces charges of attempted first-degree murder and aggravated battery in connection with the May 11 incident on West Lincoln Avenue. Last month, a Peoria County judge ordered him to be held in custody at the county jail pending the outcome of his case.

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Journal StarHistoric Peoria shopping center in heart of the city put up for sale A Peoria shopping center that has been family owned and operated for 52 years is up for sale. The Metro Centre, which is located at 4700 N. University Street, is listed for sale. ...

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2 men arrested after foot chase, discarded gun foundPEORIA (25News Now) - Two men were arrested after a reported trouble with a man who was supposedly armed. Peoria Police say 18-year-old Latrell D. Joiner was arrested on preliminary charges of aggravated domestic battery, aggravated assault, obstructing police, aggravated unlawful use of a weapon, defaced firearm, domestic battery and possession of a firearm without a valid FOID card.

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Journal StarFatal shooting of Peoria man by Chillicothe police officer deemed 'justified'The shooting death of a Peoria man by a Chillicothe police officer has been deemed "legally justified," according to a report released Tuesday by the Peoria County State's Attorney. State's Attorney Jodi Hoos said that evidence provided to her by Illinois State Police showed that deadly force was necessary to protect the public while the officer was investigating Marvin V. Martin III, a 50-year-old man who was driving an alleged stolen vehicle on Feb. 13. ...

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City of Peoria prepares legal action as landfill reaches capacityPEORIA (25News Now) - The City of Peoria is looking for ways to delay the inevitable as the current landfill is set to reach capacity by the end of the year. There are two landfills for the city and county of Peoria. The first filled up in 1998, which is when the second went into operation. Decades later, the second landfill is set to fill up by the end of 2024.

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City of Peoria warns of road closures June 15 for Steamboat ClassicPEORIA (25News Now) - Numerous roads in the city’s Downtown and North Valey areas will be closed Saturday morning for the annual running of the Steamboat Classic 15K/4-mile walk. The closures begin at 6 a.m. Saturday and last until around 10:30 a.m. The use of alternative routes is advised...

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Free fishing coming to Illinois watersPEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — The Illinois Department of Natural Resources has announced the 2024 Free Fishing Days, and the fish should be afraid. From June 14 to June 17, or Father’s Day weekend, no fishing license is required to cast your line, nor trout or salmon stamps. In...

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3 people hurt, multiple suspects arrested in weekend shootingsPEORIA (25News Now) - At least three people were hurt, and multiple people arrested following weekend shooting incidents in Peoria, one of which involved a stolen weapon. Two adults and one juvenile were transported to local hospitals where they are recovering from non-life-threatening wounds, according to police. Two other juveniles, a 38-year-old and an 18-year-old were arrested in connection with those events.

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Salvation Army providing free food boxes later in monthPEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — Families in need in Pekin and Peoria will soon have a lifeline from the Salvation Army. A summer food box giveaway starting June 18 will offer families basic food staples. It’ll be on a first-come, first-served basis. Dates and locations can be found below:

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Journal StarNew Peoria cannabis dispensary is up and running in this busy part of townPeoria's fourth cannabis dispensary is up and running on Glen Avenue. Aroma Hill Dispensary opened last month at 1204 W. Glen Avenue, near the Metro Centre. The dispensary will hold a grand opening event on June 21 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aroma Hill joins two Trinity dispensary locations...

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1 of 2 armed habitual criminal suspects released before McLean County trialBLOOMINGTON (25News Now) - McLean County prosecutors sought to detain two men believing they are armed habitual criminals, but just one of them will remain behind bars until trial. Police say Lonnie Kimbrough, 38, from Peoria and James Leshore, 43, of Bloomington were arrested during the early morning hours of...

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Journal Star'A clear vision': Morton native is the new CEO of the Peoria Area Chamber of CommerceThe Peoria Area Chamber of Commerce has selected Jessica Linder Gallo to serve as its next CEO, according to a letter sent to chamber members Wednesday. Gallo is an in-house selection for the chamber. She has served as its vice president of operations since 2023. Her selection comes roughly a...

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Journal StarHere are the Peoria area's high school football schedules for the 2024 seasonWEEK 1 (Aug. 30) Champaign Centennial vs. Peoria High, 7 p.m. - At Peoria Stadium. Peoria Notre Dame at Normal West, 7 p.m. Normal Community at Richwoods, 7 p.m. - At Richwoods Stadium. Manual at Normal U-High, 7 p.m. - At Hanco*ck Stadium. Mid-Illini. Friday's games. Springfield Southeast at East...

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Certain Peoria streets close June 15 for Juneteenth Freedom Day ParadePEORIA (25News Now) - Certain southside Peoria streets will close Saturday for the city’s Ernestine Jackson Juneteenth Freedom Day Parade. The City of Peoria urges drivers to follow marked detours. Traffic should utilize the detour routes of Howett to Western to Moss and Moss to Western to Lincoln. Parking...

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