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Tuesday, August 13th, 2024
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Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 13th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Peoria's cherished 'The Chef and the Baker', run by Ian and Karen Hocker since 2014, is shutting down due to Ian's unresolved back injury, despite thriving during the pandemic. 25 News Now
- ➤ Bradley University's move-in day causes temporary road closures and parking restrictions around campus from Aug. 15 to Aug. 19. City of Peoria
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A severe traffic accident in Peoria, IL, involving two vehicles critically injured a 23-year-old male and others with non-life-threatening injuries; police urge witnesses to come forward. City of Peoria
- ➤ A subcontractor's death marks the fourth fatal incident at Caterpillar's Peoria-area facilities since 2021, prompting a second OSHA investigation in 2024. Peoria Journal Star
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two people were shot in South Peoria, one with life-threatening injuries and the other with non-life-threatening injuries, with no suspects identified. WMBD
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Peoria native Liv Warfield receives significant hometown support and prepares for her second live performance on America’s Got Talent after impressing judges with an original song. 25 News Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Peoria City Council is reviewing a proposal to increase Dozer Park's tax increment by 5% to fund renovations for the Peoria Chiefs' stadium. Peoria Journal Star
SHOP NEWS
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