Commerce Bank Illinois announces new president in Peoria
PEORIA – Commerce Bank announced the promotions of two longtime bankers to key leadership positions in Illinois. Axel Larson has...
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Report shows how Illinois ranks on education, economy and more
Illinois is struggling when it comes to civil liberties, the environment, and work and labor force, according to a new...
Person found dead in Illinois River identified as Peoria man
by Journal Star
PEORIA — A 45-year-old Peoria man has been identified as the person found dead in the Illinois River on Tuesday....
Illinois warns of 'explosive' diarrhea illness as cases top 100
by Journal Star
Cases of a gastrointestinal illness stemming from a parasite that causes explosive diarrhea surpassed 1,000 in the United States, with...
Illinois man accused of operating 'mini gun factory' found guilty
BENTON, IL — A federal jury this week found a Harrisburg man guilty of five gun-related charges tied to what...
Hello Kitty Cafe Truck returns to Illinois Saturday. Where to see it
by Journal Star
Hello Kitty is bringing her iconic pink truck back to Illinois this weekend for another stop on its 2026 tour....
Autopsy underway for unidentified male found in Illinois River
by Journal Star
The Peoria County Coroner’s Office is working to identify a man found deceased in the Illinois River. The body was...
Illinois babies to receive $1,000 investment from 'Trump Accounts'
Illinois babies will soon be automatically enrolled to receive “Trump Accounts” containing $1,000 in seed money. The Social Security Administration...
Illinois to require lead testing for all children starting July 1
by Journal Star
Children across Illinois will soon be required to undergo blood lead testing, according to an announcement from the Illinois Department...
Do I have heat stroke? Identifying symptoms during Illinois heat wave
by Journal Star
The National Weather Service is issuing heat advisories across Illinois this week as a severe heat wave passes through the...