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16 hours ago
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Seafood restaurant one step closer to liquor license for new Peoria location
Jonah's 101 Oyster Bar received unanimous site approval to serve liquor at its new location at Peoria's Keller Station. The Peoria City Council approved Jonah's site application on its consent agenda Tuesday night, moving the business one step closer to receiving a liquor license. Jonah's has operated a location in East Peoria for decades and now plans on opening a new restaurant at 6035 N. Knoxville Ave., Suite 101J. The restaurant is targeting a late summer or early fall opening for its new location. More: 'Felt like family:' Peoria Italian restaurant celebrates decades of success in business This article originally appeared on Journal Star: Popular seafood restaurant receives key approval for liquor in Peoria
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a day ago
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Unemployment rates fall across all metro areas in Illinois
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WMBD) — The latest information shows that the unemployment rate is down in all metro areas across the state compared to this time last year. The unemployment rate decreased in May 2025 compared to May 2024, according to information from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Illinois Department of Employment Security. Locally in Central Illinois, the Peoria Metro Area had an unemployment rate of 3.8%, which is a 0.8% decrease from last May. The Bloomington Metro Area had an unemployment rate of 3.1% which is a 0.6% decrease from the year before. Statewide, the unemployment rate is at 4.4%, which is down 0.4% from the same time last year. 'With every metro area experiencing a year-over-year decrease in their unemployment rates, coupled with significant consecutive months of payroll jobs gains in four of our areas across the state, the Illinois economy continues to showcase stability and resilience,' said Deputy Governor Andy Manar. 'We remain committed to ensuring vital investments in workforce development opportunities that encourage and create new and growing economic activity across the state.' The total number of nonfarm jobs also saw an increase this year. There were 6,187,100 jobs reported across the state in May, which is about 24,200 more than in May 2024. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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2 days ago
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Perry sentenced to 26 years in prison for deadly DUI crash
PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) — A Hanna City man was sentenced Tuesday to a total of 26 years in prison for a deadly 2023 crash. During the sentencing hearing, Jeremy E. Perry, 45, read a short statement apologizing for the hurt and pain he caused when the wreck caused the death of a mother of five children. In May, he pleaded guilty in Peoria County Circuit Court to two counts of aggravated DUI in connection with the Jan. 15, 2023, crash that killed Miriam Schmid, 43, of Edwards and left her son severely injured. Specifically, he was sentenced to 14 years on one count and 12 years on the other count. They are to be served one after another. In return for his plea, lesser charges of aggravated DUI, driving on a revoked license and aggravated fleeing and eluding were dismissed by Peoria County prosecutors. Man indicted for deadly 3-vehicle crash Circuit Judge Paul Bauer could have imposed a term of probation, but Perry had to show 'extraordinary circumstances' why he should not have gone to prison. That's different from most crimes, as the burden is on Perry to show why he should get probation. Perry will have to serve at least 85% minus whatever time he has spent in custody. The crash was the cumulation of a lengthy flight from deputies with the Peoria County Sheriff's Office who responded to a gas station at the Kickapoo exit off Interstate 74 several minutes prior. The call was for two people who were unresponsive in a Buick LeSabre. Deputies were able to remove a woman from the car but the other person, Perry, drove off. They chased him on Kickapoo-Edwards Road and then onto U.S. Route 150 where he collided head-on with Schmid's vehicle. In all, three vehicles were involved. Schmid was pronounced dead at the scene while her son suffered severe injuries including a traumatic brain injury and a lacerated spleen. A third vehicle was also involved but it wasn't known how they were injured. Chemical testing indicated he had cannabis and methamphetamine in his system at the time of the mid-morning collision near the intersection of Route 150 and Koerner Road. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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2 days ago
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Fireworks, comedy and hot air balloons: 7 things to do this weekend in the Peoria area
June is full of activities. Here are seven events you might want to check out in the Peoria area this weekend. The Dragon's Fire Balloon Fest will be held from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, July 27, and 5 to 9 a.m. and 5 to 9 p.m. Saturday, July 28, at the Avanti's Event Center, 3401 Griffin Ave., Pekin. Marvel at nearly a dozen hot air balloons as they float into the sky before gently returning to the ground. This community event will also feature live music by Capt. Quirk on Friday evening and the Matt Miller Band on Saturday evening, plus food trucks and beverages. Comedians frequently featured on the hit stand-up comedy podcast "Kill Tony" will perform at 7 p.m. Friday, June 27, at the Prairie Home Alliance Theater at the Peoria Civic Center. The current lineup of performers includes Ari Matti, Hans Kim, Martin Phillips and David Jolly. Tickets start at $52 and can be purchased at More: Looking for summer fun? Check out these 18 outdoor festivals in the Peoria area in 2025 Five Points Washington will be hosting our annual charity bike ride, Bike for a Cause, to raise money for the kids at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 28, at 360 N. Wilmor Road, Washington. The fundraiser will include hourly events, a community dog show, giveaways, fitness challenges, raffles and more. For more information, visit A special Superhero Day event will be held from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 28, at the Wheels O' Time Museum, 1710 W. Woodside Drive, Dunlap. Guests can experience Batman and his Batmobile, the Ghostbusters and their Ectomobiles and more. There will also be plenty of hands-on activities as well. For more information, visit South Pekin's fireworks show will be held at dusk on Saturday, June 28, at South Pekin Park. Details can be found at Marquette Heights will hold its fireworks show at dusk on Saturday, June 28, at Independence Park, 600 Lasalle Blvd. The rain date will be Sunday, June 29. More details can be found at The Itoo Society invites all to join it for the 58th annual Shish-Ka-Bob from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, June 29, at the Itoo Hall, 4909 W. Farmington Road. The traditional menu of beef or chicken kebabs, cabbage rolls and salad will be served. Indoor and outdoor dining and carry-out and drive-thru meals will be available. For more information and preorders, visit This article originally appeared on Journal Star: Things to do in the Peoria, Illinois area the weekend of June 27-29, 2025
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2 days ago
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Fireworks, comedy and hot air balloons: 7 things to do this weekend in the Peoria area
June is full of activities. Here are seven events you might want to check out in the Peoria area this weekend. The Dragon's Fire Balloon Fest will be held from 5 to 9 p.m. Friday, July 27, and 5 to 9 a.m. and 5 to 9 p.m. Saturday, July 28, at the Avanti's Event Center, 3401 Griffin Ave., Pekin. Marvel at nearly a dozen hot air balloons as they float into the sky before gently returning to the ground. This community event will also feature live music by Capt. Quirk on Friday evening and the Matt Miller Band on Saturday evening, plus food trucks and beverages. Comedians frequently featured on the hit stand-up comedy podcast "Kill Tony" will perform at 7 p.m. Friday, June 27, at the Prairie Home Alliance Theater at the Peoria Civic Center. The current lineup of performers includes Ari Matti, Hans Kim, Martin Phillips and David Jolly. Tickets start at $52 and can be purchased at More: Looking for summer fun? Check out these 18 outdoor festivals in the Peoria area in 2025 Five Points Washington will be hosting our annual charity bike ride, Bike for a Cause, to raise money for the kids at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 28, at 360 N. Wilmor Road, Washington. The fundraiser will include hourly events, a community dog show, giveaways, fitness challenges, raffles and more. For more information, visit A special Superhero Day event will be held from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 28, at the Wheels O' Time Museum, 1710 W. Woodside Drive, Dunlap. Guests can experience Batman and his Batmobile, the Ghostbusters and their Ectomobiles and more. There will also be plenty of hands-on activities as well. For more information, visit South Pekin's fireworks show will be held at dusk on Saturday, June 28, at South Pekin Park. Details can be found at Marquette Heights will hold its fireworks show at dusk on Saturday, June 28, at Independence Park, 600 Lasalle Blvd. The rain date will be Sunday, June 29. More details can be found at The Itoo Society invites all to join it for the 58th annual Shish-Ka-Bob from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, June 29, at the Itoo Hall, 4909 W. Farmington Road. The traditional menu of beef or chicken kebabs, cabbage rolls and salad will be served. Indoor and outdoor dining and carry-out and drive-thru meals will be available. For more information and preorders, visit This article originally appeared on Journal Star: Things to do in the Peoria, Illinois area the weekend of June 27-29, 2025
