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Saturday, August 10th, 2024
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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
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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
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