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Cortez R. Cagle, 20, was indicted by a Peoria County grand jury for armed robbery in connection with a Sept. 17 incident where he allegedly used a handgun to rob a 17-year-old.
Peoria man indicted for 2025 armed robbery
Cortez R. Cagle, 20, was indicted for armed robbery after allegedly using a handgun to rob a 17-year-old on North Great Oak Road in Peoria, Illinois, and faces up to 45 years in prison if convicted…
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January 13, 2026 at 11:00 PM
Cortez R. Cagle, 20, was indicted by a Peoria County grand jury for armed robbery in connection with a Sept. 17 incident where he allegedly used a handgun to rob a 17-year-old.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced the recall of a specialty chocolate bar on Monday over concerns that the product may be contaminated with salmonella.
Chocolate bars sold nationwide recalled for possible contamination
Customers who have the affected products are urged to throw them away.
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January 13, 2026 at 10:00 PM
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced the recall of a specialty chocolate bar on Monday over concerns that the product may be contaminated with salmonella.
The jury trial for Nathan Chasing Horse, the former “Dances with Wolves” actor accused of sexually abusing Indigenous women and girls, is expected to begin Tuesday in Las Vegas.
‘Dances with Wolves’ actor Nathan Chasing Horse’s child sex abuse trial set to begin
LAS VEGAS (AP) — The jury trial for Nathan Chasing Horse, the former “Dances with Wolves” actor accused of sexually abusing Indigenous women and girls, is expected to begin Tuesday in Las Vegas. Pr…
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January 13, 2026 at 7:00 PM
The jury trial for Nathan Chasing Horse, the former “Dances with Wolves” actor accused of sexually abusing Indigenous women and girls, is expected to begin Tuesday in Las Vegas.
The food pyramid has been a North Star of U.S. nutrition since the 1990s.
New inverted food pyramid could push consumers back to red meat
ILLINOIS (WCIA) — The food pyramid has been a North Star of U.S. nutrition since the ’90s. It has changed a bit over the years, but last week,-it got turned upside-down. “It encourage…
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January 13, 2026 at 6:00 PM
The food pyramid has been a North Star of U.S. nutrition since the 1990s.
The move would allow City Hall, through the Peoria Land Bank, to sell the items to help recoup some of the costs associated with the property purchase earlier this year.
Peoria City Council to decide on selling surplus at Expo Gardens
The Peoria City Council will vote on Tuesday to declare the items left on the grounds of Exposition Gardens as “surplus” to help recoup costs from the property purchase, and to vote on …
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January 13, 2026 at 5:30 PM
The move would allow City Hall, through the Peoria Land Bank, to sell the items to help recoup some of the costs associated with the property purchase earlier this year.
Scott Adams, the creator of the comic strip “Dilbert,” has died after a battle with prostate cancer.
Scott Adams, creator of ‘Dilbert,’ dies at 68, ex-wife reveals
The cartoonist revealed last year that he had been diagnosed with cancer.
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January 13, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Scott Adams, the creator of the comic strip “Dilbert,” has died after a battle with prostate cancer.
Opening arguments began Tuesday in the trial for Brendan Banfield, who is accused of killing his wife and staging a home invasion after an affair with his au pair.
Trial begins for man accused of au pair affair, double murder in Virginia
Opening arguments began Tuesday in the trial for Brendan Banfield, who is accused of killing his wife and staging a home invasion after an affair with his au pair.
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January 13, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Opening arguments began Tuesday in the trial for Brendan Banfield, who is accused of killing his wife and staging a home invasion after an affair with his au pair.
The Supreme Court will take on whether states can ban transgender girls competing on girl’s and women’s school sports teams. At the high-stakes oral argument, Idaho and West Virginia will defend their bans against challenges from transgender athletes.
Supreme Court to hear arguments over transgender athlete bans
The Supreme Court on Tuesday will take on whether states can ban transgender girls competing on girl’s and women’s school sports teams. At the high-stakes oral argument, Idaho and West Virginia wil…
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January 13, 2026 at 3:30 PM
The Supreme Court will take on whether states can ban transgender girls competing on girl’s and women’s school sports teams. At the high-stakes oral argument, Idaho and West Virginia will defend their bans against challenges from transgender athletes.
Tomiyale Anderson's murder trial for the 2022 shooting death of Peoria teen Kanye' Stowers has been rescheduled for May 11.
Medical issue of defense lawyer delays Bloomington murder trial
Tomiyale Anderson’s murder trial for the 2022 shooting death of Peoria teen Kanye’ Stowers has been rescheduled to May 11 due to a personal medical matter of the defense counsel.
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January 13, 2026 at 3:00 AM
Tomiyale Anderson's murder trial for the 2022 shooting death of Peoria teen Kanye' Stowers has been rescheduled for May 11.
Respiratory illness levels in Illinois have decreased, with flu, COVID-19, and RSV activity at moderate levels. IDPH advises preventive measures.
Illinois Respiratory Illness level down to moderate levels
The Illinois Department of Public Health reports a decrease in respiratory illness activity levels across the state, with flu activity at high levels, COVID-19 and RSV at moderate levels, and the I…
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January 13, 2026 at 2:30 AM
Respiratory illness levels in Illinois have decreased, with flu, COVID-19, and RSV activity at moderate levels. IDPH advises preventive measures.
A devastating fire in Morton, IL destroys a trailer home, leaving a family displaced. Family members work to rebuild and start a GoFundMe for support.
Morton family loses home in devastating trailer fire
A family in Morton, Illinois was displaced after a fire destroyed their trailer home, leaving them with nothing but the clothes on their backs and a GoFundMe page to help them rebuild.
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January 13, 2026 at 12:30 AM
A devastating fire in Morton, IL destroys a trailer home, leaving a family displaced. Family members work to rebuild and start a GoFundMe for support.
Dutch Bros Coffee plans for Peoria, IL location are still moving forward. Construction expected to begin in spring, with a grand opening in fall.
Dutch Bros Coffee in Peoria remains on track despite delays
Dutch Bros Coffee is still planned to open at the corner of War Memorial Drive and University Street in Peoria, IL, with construction expected to begin this spring and a grand opening in early fall…
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January 12, 2026 at 11:00 PM
Dutch Bros Coffee plans for Peoria, IL location are still moving forward. Construction expected to begin in spring, with a grand opening in fall.
“Let’s just take care of people and move beyond your ideology,” Sen. Cassidy (R-La.), a medical doctor, told the “Fox News Sunday” host.
Cassidy on RFK Jr. vaccine schedule change: ‘Let’s just take care of people and move beyond your ideology’
Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.) expressed further frustration Sunday with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) changing the childhood vaccine schedule.
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January 12, 2026 at 7:30 PM
“Let’s just take care of people and move beyond your ideology,” Sen. Cassidy (R-La.), a medical doctor, told the “Fox News Sunday” host.
President Donald Trump has been touting $2,000 rebates funded by tariff revenue for months. The timing of when those checks could be available has remained vague.
$2K tariff rebates: Trump again hints at when proposed checks could go out
Tariff dividends have been teased for months. Could we receive $2,000 checks soon?
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January 12, 2026 at 6:08 PM
President Donald Trump has been touting $2,000 rebates funded by tariff revenue for months. The timing of when those checks could be available has remained vague.
Repairs to the top level of the Bloomington Police Department parking deck mean parking and pedestrian access will be rerouted Monday and Tuesday.
Repairs to Bloomington police parking deck prompt detours
Repairs to the top level of the Bloomington Police Department Parking Deck will reroute parking and pedestrian access on Monday and Tuesday, with a designated pathway and alternative parking availa…
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January 12, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Repairs to the top level of the Bloomington Police Department parking deck mean parking and pedestrian access will be rerouted Monday and Tuesday.
Peoria Fire Department receives $3M grant to hire 11 new firefighters, improving emergency response and staffing levels.
Peoria Fire Department receives $3M from FEMA to hire firefighters
The Peoria Fire Department has been awarded a $3 million grant from FEMA to hire 11 additional firefighters and staff three aerial trucks.
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January 12, 2026 at 5:41 PM
Peoria Fire Department receives $3M grant to hire 11 new firefighters, improving emergency response and staffing levels.
Comedian Nikki Glaser closed the Golden Globes with a somewhat subtle tribute to late actor/director Rob Reiner on Sunday night.
There was a subtle Rob Reiner tribute at the Golden Globes. Did viewers catch it?
Comedian Nikki Glaser closed the Golden Globes with a somewhat subtle tribute to late actor/director Rob Reiner on Sunday night.
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January 12, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Comedian Nikki Glaser closed the Golden Globes with a somewhat subtle tribute to late actor/director Rob Reiner on Sunday night.
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said Sunday the Department of Justice has served the central bank with subpoenas and threatened it with a criminal indictment over his testimony this summer about the Fed’s building renovations.
The Latest: DOJ subpoenas central bank and threatens criminal indictment, Fed Chair Powell says
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powellsaid Sunday the Department of Justice has served the central bank with subpoenas and threatened it with a criminal indictment over his testimony this summer about…
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January 12, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said Sunday the Department of Justice has served the central bank with subpoenas and threatened it with a criminal indictment over his testimony this summer about the Fed’s building renovations.
Average gas prices in Peoria continue to fall despite Venezuela conflict. Prices drop 2.9 cents to $2.79 per gallon, with some stations offering cheaper rates.
Gas prices for Peoria continue to decline, one website says
Despite the Venezuela conflict, average gas prices in the Peoria area have continued to fall, with the current average price of $2.79 a gallon, down 2.9 cents from last week.
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January 12, 2026 at 3:09 PM
Average gas prices in Peoria continue to fall despite Venezuela conflict. Prices drop 2.9 cents to $2.79 per gallon, with some stations offering cheaper rates.
Trader Joe’s reusable tote bags — which typically sell for just a few dollars at stores across the U.S. — have become a luxury status symbol overseas, with some listings now asking for tens of thousands of dollars.
Trader Joe’s $3 tote bags selling for up to $50,000 overseas, report says
Trader Joe’s reusable tote bags — which typically sell for just a few dollars at stores across the U.S. — have become a luxury status symbol overseas, with some listings now asking for tens of thou…
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January 9, 2026 at 10:28 PM
Trader Joe’s reusable tote bags — which typically sell for just a few dollars at stores across the U.S. — have become a luxury status symbol overseas, with some listings now asking for tens of thousands of dollars.
Iran’s judiciary chief Gholamhossein Mohseni-Ejei separately vowed that punishment for protesters “will be decisive, maximum and without any legal leniency.”
Iran supreme leader signals upcoming crackdown on protesters ‘ruining their own streets’ for Trump
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Iran signaled Friday that security forces would crack down on protesters, directly challenging U.S. President Donald Trump’s pledge to support those peacefully de…
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January 9, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Iran’s judiciary chief Gholamhossein Mohseni-Ejei separately vowed that punishment for protesters “will be decisive, maximum and without any legal leniency.”
Good’s death — at least the fifth tied to immigration sweeps since Trump took office — has resonated far beyond Minneapolis, as protests took place or were expected this week in many large U.S. cities.
Protests over ICE operations after shootings in Minneapolis and Portland
As anger and outrage spilled out onto Minneapolis’ streets over the fatal shooting of a woman by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer, a new shooting by federal officers in Oregon left tw…
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January 9, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Good’s death — at least the fifth tied to immigration sweeps since Trump took office — has resonated far beyond Minneapolis, as protests took place or were expected this week in many large U.S. cities.
Because of the work of the law enforcement officers, it became a great day for democracy. “We came back and completed our constitutional duty to certify the election,” he said. “We owe them eternal gratitude and this nation is stronger because of them.”
Missing Jan. 6 plaque will finally be displayed in Capitol
This week, senators stepped up after learning the plaque, which had been approved by Congress more than three years ago, was nowhere to be found at the Capitol.
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January 9, 2026 at 3:30 PM
Because of the work of the law enforcement officers, it became a great day for democracy. “We came back and completed our constitutional duty to certify the election,” he said. “We owe them eternal gratitude and this nation is stronger because of them.”
hite House officials have weighed possibly giving lump sum payments to Greenlanders in an attempt to sway them into seceding from Denmark, as the Trump administration brings back its calls to have Greenland join the U.S., Reuters reported.
Trump officials weigh direct payments to Greenlanders in takeover push: Report
Government officials, including White House aides, have discussed different figures, from $10,000 to $100,000 per person, sources said.
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January 9, 2026 at 3:15 PM
hite House officials have weighed possibly giving lump sum payments to Greenlanders in an attempt to sway them into seceding from Denmark, as the Trump administration brings back its calls to have Greenland join the U.S., Reuters reported.
“The guys on the ice will be wearing Chewbacca-themed jerseys, shells that go over their pants, and socks, so they’re going to look like very hairy men out there,” said Konwinski.
Bloomington Bison host Cincinnati Cyclones for Star Wars night
The Bloomington Bison Hockey team will host the Cincinnati Cyclones on Star Wars night, with the first 1500 fans receiving a commemorative Light Sabre and the players wearing Chewbacca-themed jerse…
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January 9, 2026 at 2:15 PM
“The guys on the ice will be wearing Chewbacca-themed jerseys, shells that go over their pants, and socks, so they’re going to look like very hairy men out there,” said Konwinski.