Katie Welch, a seventh-grade math teacher, was named West Central Regional Teacher of the Year by the Illinois State Board of Education. The state board of education also honored other educators ...

The U.S. Department of Agriculture would not disclose how many people lost jobs at the longtime Peoria facility.

The USL2 team in Peoria announced its 15-game schedule for 2025. Here is a look at all the games, plus home field and ticket info.

Choosing to purchase a ticket online rather than in a store, one player won $1 million after matching all six numbers in Monday's drawing, the Illinois Lottery stated in a press release. The winning ...

At least 10-15 people were seen fleeing the area as Peoria police arrived at the scene. A 13-year-old was arrested.

Peoria High, Washington, East Peoria and Notre Dame have athletes among nominees for newest Journal Star high school athlete of the week. Vote here.

If you file electronically and choose direct deposit, you'll get your refund, including your Illinois tax refund, much sooner.

Peoria Rivermen make their 11th trade, claim a player off SPHL waivers, lose one to ECHL call-up, sign and release others and get an eighth goalie.

Bradley Braves forward Darius Hannah and coach Brian Wardle talk about the play that won their game against Drake, and has worked previously.

Bradley coach Brian Wardle and his wife, Lecia, have a funny exchange on social media after the team's big road win at Drake on Sunday.

SNL 50' called out its own problematic history during the anniversary show, including an iconic clip featuring Chevy Chase ...

The Peoria County Coroner's Office has identified the man killed Saturday night trying to cross a street in north Peoria before being hit by a Volvo.