As many states across the U.S. introduce anti-LGBTQ+ legislation, Peoria, Illinois, has become a destination for families seeking an accepting home.

A grant worth more than $200,000 will be delivered by the city of Peoria to the homelessness nonprofit group LULA so that it may continue to house the city's homeless population in a motel through ...

Madelyn M. Beck, 75, of Peoria, IL, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 26, 2025, surrounded by her family and friends. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Gena Appleby and Jeff ...

The Quad Con pop culture convention and the River City Pride Fest are among the highlights of things happening in the Peoria area this weekend.

Fireworks and Independence Day celebrations are among the things you might want to check out in the Peoria area this weekend.

The River City Pride Festival is returning to Peoria for its fourth year as a hub of LGBTQ+ history and culture, with live music and vendors.

Some Peoria councilmembers worried the donation of the old engine would possibly lead to a 'target' on the city.

PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — A Drinking Water Notice was issued Monday Illinois American Water Co., for the entire city of Peoria after 14 of 103 water samples exceeded “action level” lead quantities.

This year we celebrate Jane Austen’s 250th birthday, relishing as ever her witty way with the pen — and her novels are wonderful pairings for the Jubilee Year of Hope.