Community Development Department Continues To Serve The Public Amid Pandemic

Residents who want to meet with staff are encouraged to call ahead or email to make an appointment as many staff members work remotely.

Illinois Housing Development Authority Offers Emergency Mortgage And Rent Assistance Programs

Programs are available for individuals experiencing a loss of income due to the COVID-19 public health emergency.

U.s. Department Of Commerce Invests $8.2 Million In Cares Act Funding

Peoria will receive a $1.4 million EDA CARES Act Recovery Assistance grant.

Peoria Public Library: 'Come Inside Or Use Curbside'

The library is open for brief browsing, computer appointments and access to genealogy and research databases.

One-Stop-Shop Scheduled For Aug. 10

The City of Peoria Community Development Department will host the event via Webex.

Mayor’s Youth Program Partners For Good

Students in the Mayor’s Youth Program are giving back to the community in a new way this week.

Southside Farmers Market Series Offers Fresh Food Access To Residents

The Market will operate on Saturdays from mid-August to early October.

Peoria County Seal Coating To Begin Next Week

The Peoria County Highway Department announced the upcoming road work schedule this week.

Census Takers Start Canvassing In Peoria

Residents are encouraged to cooperate with census takers to ensure accurate counting.

Peoria Asks Businesses To Remove Boards From Windows And Doors

"Boarded windows are a blighting influence on neighborhoods that drive away customers and future private investment."

Weekly Community Cleanup Summer Series Ends; Property Maintenance Continues

The Peoria Community Development Department will host the final Weekly Community Cleanup event this Friday.

Sheridan Road Reconstruction To Build Community

Sheridan Road will undergo extensive rehab and updates beginning this week.

Governor Pritzker Extends Statewide Eviction Moratorium Through Aug. 22

“Self-help” eviction actions are not an alternative to the legal eviction process.

Zoning Board of Appeals To Hold Hearing Aug. 13

Masks and social distancing will be required.

Online 'One Stop Shop' Set For July 27

All relevant local entities will be available to answer questions from residents, developers and business owners on building projects.

Peoria FD Provides Free Overdose Rescue Kits

Kits will be distributed to residents July 24 at Peoria Fire Central.

Illinois American Water Providing Customer Assistance Program Amid Pandemic

“H2O Help to Others” is designed for customers who are behind on water bill payment.

Allen Road Closure Scheduled For July 27

The intersection of West Cedar Hills Drive will be closed Monday beginning Monday through Friday.

Combined Sewer Overflow Warning In Effect In Peoria

Avoid full-body contact with the Illinois River in the area downstream from Detweiller Marina.

Peoria Artists: Public Works Introduces ‘Paint A Plow’ Program

The City seeks to build awareness of winter driver safety and snow fighting efforts.

Peoria County Jail Suspends Visitation

Visitation is tentatively set to resume in two weeks.

Peoria High Schoolers To Work And Learn As Part Of Mayor’s Youth Program

Some city of Peoria high school students are in for an enriching month as the Mayor’s Youth Program kicked off at City Hall today.

Saplings Planted Along N. Alta Rd.

Alta Road could soon look a little greener thanks to a grassroots initiative to plant more trees along a sparse walking path.

Work Ahead For North Hale Avenue In Peoria

A portion of the pavement in the northbound lane of Hale between Pioneer Parkway and Detweiller Drive buckled in June.

Annual Great Neighbor Appreciation Week Begins July 13

The City of Peoria Community Development Department is hosting its annual Great Neighbor Appreciation Week to recognize community members.

Motorcyclist Dies In North Sterling Avenue Accident

Motorcyclist Seth T. Guthrie of Peoria was headed northbound on Sterling when he collided with a vehicle.

Peoria Cooling Centers Now Available As Temperatures Rise

Peoria City/County Health Department advises residents to take precautions during extremely high temperatures.

Peoria County Board To Meet July 9

The meeting will be live-streamed on the Peoria County Government Facebook and YouTube pages.

One Stop Shop Offered July 13 Via Web-Based Platform

One Stop Shop will continue to meet every Monday at 1:30 p.m. and all relevant local entities will be available to answer questions.

Advisory Committee On Police Community Relations To Meet July 9

The public may email comments by July 8.

City Of Peoria To Assist With Rent, Mortgage Aid Through New Household Assistance Program

The City of Peoria will launch a Household Assistance Program today to provide rent and mortgage aid to households impacted by the pandemic.

Construction Underway On Main Street In Peoria

Roadwork is underway on Main Street in downtown Peoria for OSF HealthCare’s new headquarters.

Community First Pilot Program Introduces Police Recruits To Residents

The program will be launched July 6.

Weekly Community Cleanup In North Valley Brings Coalition Of Volunteers Together

The City of Peoria Community Development Department hosted the fourth Weekly Community Cleanup at Morton Square Park in the North Valley.

City Of Peoria Posts Fireworks PSA

In response to calls for service regarding illegal fireworks use, Peoria Police have begun hanging red fireworks placards.

Public Works To Combat Road Heaving And Buckling

Repairs are slated to start on Southwest Washington Street and North Hale Avenue off of Pioneer Parkway in the coming week.

Ameren Illinois Warns Customers About Utility Scams

Scam attempts are on the rise during the COVID-19 pandemic.

City Of Peoria Celebrates Arbor Day

Peoria is proud to boast the City is now designated a Tree City USA® community.

West Bluff Council Recognizes Lynne Binkele With Annual Award

The Pillar of the West Bluff Award went to a longtime resident and community volunteer.

New Site Offers Guidance For Phase 4 Of Restore Illinois Plan

On Friday, June 26, Illinois moves into Phase Four of Governor Pritzker’s Restore Illinois plan.