The Tireless Project, initiated and coordinated by a group of Peoria volunteers, is designed to rid our neighborhoods of unwanted tires. In collaboration with the City of Peoria and Peoria Disposal Company, the focus of the project is to provide a FREE regular drop-off site for tires that need to be disposed of or have … Continue reading The Tireless Project Tire Collection every 4th Saturday

WASHINGTON, DC — In this week’s address, the President called on Republicans in Congress to stop playing politics with law enforcement and national security and confirm Loretta Lynch as Attorney General of the United States.  Loretta is an independent, career prosecutor who deserves to be confirmed as soon as possible.  She has proven herself time … Continue reading Weekly Address: It’s Time To Confirm Loretta Lynch

PEORIA, Ill. – State Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth, D-Peoria, is working with oversight officials to develop training standards that will help improve law enforcement officers respond to situations involving individuals with mental illness. “Law enforcement officers face many dangers and challenges when they are on duty,” Gordon-Booth said. “Providing them with as many tools and resources … Continue reading Gordon-Booth Introduces Measure to Improve Police Training

The Tri-County (Peoria) Urban League is celebrating 50 years of service in Peoria, Tazewell, Woodford and McLean Counties. To commemorate this achievement, the Tri-County Urban League has dedicated a series of events throughout the year. The kickoff event is the 15th Annual Black & White Gala which will be held on April 25, 2015 at … Continue reading Tri-County Urban League Celebrates 50 Years in Peoria Area on April 25th

Southside Community United for Change, Inc. will host a forum for At Large City Candidates on Saturday, March 21, 2015 @ 11:00 a.m. at Lincoln Branch Library.  

Heddington Oaks Hosts Wellmobile with Free Health Screenings Peoria - On Thursday, March 26, Heddington Oaks will host the UnityPoint-Methodist Wellmobile from 8:00 - 10:00 am. This health service offers free professional screenings for blood pressure, cholesterol/blood glucose and spirometry. It is open to the general public inside Heddington Oaks' main activity room. No advance … Continue reading Heddington Oaks Hosts Wellmobile on Thursday, March 26th

Showcasing Local Talent on Public Outdoor Billboards Peoria, IL – ArtsPartners of Central Illinois Inc. is proud to announce a call for entries to artists in Peoria, Tazewell, and Woodford counties for consideration in ArtPop Peoria. ArtPop Peoria is part of a national program that shines the spotlight on talented local artists by displaying their … Continue reading 2015 ARTPOP PEORIA entry deadline is April 16th