Good morning, Peoria.

The Kroger store on Sterling Avenue in Peoria will permanently close on about Aug.

2 as part of a nationwide cost-cutting plan, and employees will be offered transfers to new locations. Company officials explained the closure is one of 60 planned store exits over the next 18 months — a move intended to support long-term business stability.

A 17-year-old male was arrested after police connected him to an armed robbery following reports of a large crowd and fighting at Logan Park on Saturday in South Peoria; he fled on foot but was caught near Malone and Westmoreland with help from a K-9 unit and drone (which located two discarded handguns).

Peoria Police arrested two men tied to a shots fired incident on Friday at the 1200 block of W.

Butler—while a third suspect remains at large after officers chased three men and recovered a firearm from one vehicle.

Peoria Police are investigating an alleged hate crime after two flags, one with a business logo and one a pride flag, were torn from their mounts outside In Bloom Tattoo Collective on Liberty Street around 8:00 p.m. Saturday—photos show four male suspects.

Peoria police arrested a 17-year-old boy on preliminary charges including aggravated unlawful use of a weapon, handgun possession without FOID, ammunition possession without FOID, and obstructing police after officers responded at 7:43 p.m. to a report of a large fight among juveniles at Logan Park on the 1400 block of South Livingston where over 250 people were present, and he fled during the encounter before being caught with two discarded handguns in his flight path.

Gas prices in Peoria were almost unchanged on Monday with an average of $3.27 per gallon at 148 stations, a drop of 0.3 cents from last week—GasBuddy said national prices rose and further increases may come as global tensions affect oil trends.

Local health officials are sharing tips to help residents stay safe during extreme heat — they advise wearing lightweight clothing and drinking water or electrolyte drinks to prevent heat-related conditions from mild heat rash to heat exhaustion.

Dr. Steve Dehis of Carle Bromenn Medical Center said the signs can appear subtly and worsen quickly, urging everyone to know their body’s limits.

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.

Hope for Holly Benefit

A community wide benefit fundraiser to support Holly and her family in her cancer journey. We will be serving dinner, having a raffle and silent auction with many unique and hand made items and lots of activities for the kids.