Good morning, Peoria.

Four cats were rescued from a home fire on North Frostwood Parkway in Peoria — firefighters arrived to find heavy smoke and extensive damage but no injuries — and the cause remains unknown.

At around 3:22 a.m. Saturday, firefighters responded to a house fire near Frostwood Parkway and Richards Lane where two people escaped safely and four cats were rescued—investigators with a fire investigation dog are examining the cause amid extensive smoke damage—while the living room fire was contained.

Police were called to a fight at a gas station parking lot at Main and Sheridan in West Bluff around 2 p.m.—a gun was fired but no one was hit, and one man got a cut on his head that led him to the hospital.

A 19-year-old woman was formally charged with aggravated arson after setting a porch on fire near Howett and Blaine in South Peoria around 11 a.m. Thursday while three people were in the home with no injuries reported.

She admitted pouring gasoline on the porch and was released with conditions including GPS monitoring, a curfew and no contact with the victims.

A 20 year old man named Christopher Adams is in custody after he was arrested Friday for the first degree murder of Teron Scott Jr who died after gunshot wounds in a crashed car on South MacArthur while a 19 year old man with a non life threatening wound was taken to a hospital and police continue their investigation.

In 2024, Illinois parents chose Liam as the top baby boy’s name when it replaced Noah—ending an 11-year streak—with Olivia remaining the top girls’ name and Mia rising to second place.

06/24 Slow Hand BBQ

6-8 p.m. — Slow Hand Craft BBQ — RSVP required by Tuesday at 11 — Enjoy slow-smoked Midwestern BBQ paired with local craft drinks in a cozy balcony setting.

3-Day Summer Art Camp: Week 3

9 AM – 12 PM — Art at the Bodega — $165 per week — Dive into exciting cultures through art in a fun-filled setting for kids aged 6+.

Fused Glass Hot Air Balloons Workshop

6-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — Class fee required — Create stunning fused glass sun catchers in a hands-on art workshop.

Stoneware Glazing Technique Class

6-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — Cost info available upon inquiry — Explore the vibrant world of glazing and create your unique high-fire stoneware masterpiece.

Boho Wall Shelf Hand Building Class

12:30-2:00 p.m. — The Clay Den — $40.00 — Create a unique bohemian wall shelf in this relaxing hand-building clay class.

Floral Crushed Glass Resin and Canvas Workshop

1-3 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — Cost varies — Create stunning crushed glass art pieces while enjoying drinks and snacks in a vibrant setting.

Peoria Jaycees' Firecracker 5000

7:30 a.m. — Visit Downtown Peoria — Registration fees apply — Kick off your Fourth in Red, White, and Blue with a spirited 5000 race.

Wall Planter Clay Hand Building Class

5:30-7 p.m. — The Clay Den — All materials included — Create a unique hand-built wall pocket planter while learning slab-building techniques.

Silly Old Bear Canvas Workshop

5:30-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — All materials included — Enjoy a nostalgic painting session inspired by Winnie the Pooh that’s fun for all ages.

Cute Breakfast-themed Clay Class

5:30-7:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — All materials included — Create adorable toast-sized plates with a matching toaster holder in this fun clay workshop.