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Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 10th of August.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Temporary stop signs have been installed at MacArthur Highway and Moss Avenue due to a reconstruction project, urging drivers to exercise caution.  City of Peoria
  • The Peoria City Council will discuss amendments to support funding for Dozer Park upgrades for the Peoria Chiefs, with costs estimated at $4 million but only about $1.5 million covered by tax benefits.  WCBU

CRIME NEWS

  • A Morton Junior High School was briefly locked down after a false report of a person with a gun, leading to a police search that confirmed it was a swatting prank.  WMBD
  • Two male juveniles were apprehended by Peoria Police for attempting to burglarize a Walgreens after damaging its window.  City of Peoria
  • A woman was stabbed in the arm while trying to break up a fight between two males in Peoria, with no suspects currently identified.  WMBD

CULTURE NEWS

  • The weekend of Aug. 9- Aug. 11 in Greater Peoria offers a ballet performance, cricket finals, and an Italian picnic, providing diverse entertainment options.  WCBU

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Illinois Central College assists with FAFSA application challenges, offering one-on-one help sessions and free pizza.  WMBD

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Central Illinois election officials are actively combating election misinformation and urging the public to verify any doubts directly with them ahead of the presidential election.  WMBD
  • Tazewell County Board approves a $44 million schematic design for a new Justice Center annex in Pekin, aimed at enhancing safety and court efficiency, with partial funding from American Rescue Funds.  WMBD

SPORTS NEWS

  • Registration for the 2024 FOLEPI River Trail Classic, offering illuminated trophies, is now open for the November 30 race.  City of East Peoria

EVENTS

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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