“I think (the event) shows that New Vision is trying to get more involved in the community with a local charity and just to have something for, you know, you don’t just walk in and go to your movie. It’s something fun you can do waiting for your... washingtontimesreporter.com/news/20190422/…

“It’s very clear we need a capital plan. We have to get a bill passed. We’ve been in significant conversations with Republicans and Democrats. This is one area where there is agreement that we have to have a plan that’s comprehensive.” washingtontimesreporter.com/news/20190423/…

“Beginning with the 2020 election, the pay for election judge would be $165 (an increase from the current $135),” he said. “The increase would take effect... washingtontimesreporter.com/news/20190424/…

Jeffrey Reinking, 55, of rural Morton, entered the plea in his Tazewell County Circuit Court arraignment to a charge of unlawful delivery of a firearm. He’s remained free on bond since the charge was filed in March. washingtontimesreporter.com/news/20190425/…

“We partnered with Hult Center for Healthy living, which had previously purchased this display for another program. We have 60 items in the room, ranging from clothing with logos that can signal drug use to a lot of storage items that can help a teen... washingtontimesreporter.com/news/20190425/…

Mammen was found possessing a vial containing six grams of industrial hemp, also known as CBD, on March 11, several days after he bought it at the Half Vaped shop on Derby Street in Pekin. The business bills itself as a “hemporium.” washingtontimesreporter.com/news/20190426/…

It’s not uncommon for planes to experience small lightning strikes during flight, and they generally do not interfere with operations, including the safe conclusion of the flight. washingtontimesreporter.com/news/20190430/…

“With close to 40 years together and literally thousands of credits, including the biggest selling album of all time: Michael Jackson’s “Thriller,” and accolades to their... washingtontimesreporter.com/entertainmentl…

“Back home, the county fair is a big deal, because we’re a small community and the fair is the highlight of the year. I’ve always wondered why didn’t the Heart of Illinois Fair have a queen pageant.” washingtontimesreporter.com/news/20190501/…

This year’s celebrity guests, who helped determine the theme by agreeing to appear at the 2019 Marigold Festival, will be the USA Patriots Softball Team.... eastpeoriatimescourier.com/news/20190501/…

“What I’m trying to do is include all of the businesses in the two-day shutdown (of sections of Court Street). Instead of spending the money on four... washingtontimesreporter.com/news/20190503/…

“I have directed agency heads in my administration to ensure they are doing everything possible to help local communities prepare for and respond to the ongoing... washingtontimesreporter.com/news/20190503/…

The suit seeks unspecified damages. The nine-page suit also has claims for malicious prosecution, unreasonable detention and excessive force. washingtontimesreporter.com/news/20190502/…

Officers called to the scene at 10:06 a.m. found the injured woman. She was transported to OSF HealthCare Saint Francis Medical Center in Peoria, where she was later pronounced dead. washingtontimesreporter.com/news/20190504/…

Roads closed due to flooding EAST PEORIA – There are road closures in effect in the city due to Illinois River flooding. Roads closed are Mariner’s Way and Conference Center Drive at River Road. In... facebook.com/WashingtonTime…

The winner, who has yet to come forward, has one year from the original drawing to claim the prize at one of the Lottery’s prize centers in Chicago, Des Plaines, Rockford, Springfield or Fairview Heights. washingtontimesreporter.com/news/20190506/…

UPDATE: Traffic to the airport has returned to normal, with service to the affected gas line shut off. washingtontimesreporter.com/news/20190507/…

The sculpture will be placed in the same location the Lincoln piece now stands. It’s been previously shown in Chicago; Mesa, Ariz.; Key West, Fla.; and elsewhere. washingtontimesreporter.com/news/20190509/…

The opening day celebration will be from 9 a.m. to noon May 18 in the Sun Plaza at the Peoria Riverfront Museum. It is sponsored by the Kottemann family. washingtontimesreporter.com/entertainmentl…

Together, the gasoline tax and fee increases would produce about $2.4 billion that the state would spend on transportation infrastructure projects. washingtontimesreporter.com/news/20190509/…