Good morning, Peoria.

Peoria Police arrested 28-year-old Malachi Alexander on Thursday—accused of robbing a 62-year-old postal worker at gunpoint near the PCCEO Head Start building on West Butler Street on July 23.

Illinois State Police released body camera footage from the deadly shooting that occurred on Aug.

5 at Northeast Glen Oak Avenue and Prospect Road—where 41-year-old Brandon Lewis swung a wooden bat at responding officers and was shot, then pronounced dead from a gunshot wound to the abdomen.

The Bureau of Labor Statistics released an August report showing that Greater Peoria added 3,000 jobs since last year, and the local unemployment rate held at 4.2 — below national levels.

The Peoria Area Chamber of Commerce said growth in healthcare and workforce programs has helped keep the job market strong.

East Peoria’s new $21.6 million police station is set to be completed next summer+ the city council recently approved spending on gym equipment for the facility.

Peoria County Treasurer Branden Martin reminds taxpayers that the second installment of real estate taxes—due on September 10—is coming soon.

Lane closures will begin on Miramar Drive on September 8 for storm sewer repair work that is expected to last two weeks—weather permitting.

Last Friday, Peoria high school football saw Peoria Notre Dame face Peoria High in a key Big 12 contest at Peoria Stadium—Farmington also played a major rivalry game against Elmwood/Brimfield amid other city matchups.

Editors provided live updates and scores to keep fans informed throughout the season.

The Richwoods Knights honored late teammate Santonio Wallace by wearing decals and using a missing man formation during their home opener at Endres Field as they beat Manual 28—14.

The tribute marked a heartfelt moment for the team after Wallace died in an accidental drowning on Easter Sunday.

Clay Hand Built Beer Steins Workshop

1-3 p.m. — The Clay Den — All materials provided — Craft a custom beer stein and unleash your creativity in this fun workshop.

Morton Pumpkin Festival

7-10 p.m. — Morton Pumpkin Festival — Free entry — Enjoy the sweet twin sister harmonies of Kelly and Sarah at this community gathering.

Fused Glass Flower Dish Workshop

6-8 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — $45 for flat flower, $52 for slumped flower — Create a stunning fused glass sunflower piece with guidance and all materials included.

Bob Ross Wet-on-Wet Oil Painting: Majestic Mountains

9 AM – 12 PM — Art at the Bodega — Supplies included — Unleash your inner artist while painting serene mountains and trees in a calming atmosphere.

Textured Clay Mug Hand Building Class

1-2:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — $35 for one mug, $60 for two — Craft your own unique textured mug in this fun, hands-on pottery workshop.

6 Week Wheel Throwing Class

6:30-8:30 p.m. — The Clay Den — $275 — Explore pottery fundamentals and create beautiful pieces in a hands-on wheel-throwing course.

Clay Hand Built Halloween Votives

5:30-7 p.m. — The Clay Den — All materials provided — Create spooky votives in a fun Halloween-themed clay class.

Jurassic Quest

7 PM - 1:29 AM — Peoria Civic Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience life-sized dinosaur exhibits and immersive activities for all ages.

Woofstock 2025

12-4 p.m. — Kickapoo Sportsman's Club — $20/ticket (Kids 12 and under free) — Enjoy a groovy outdoor concert with food trucks and live music while supporting animal rescue.

Faux Stained Glass Workshop

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — $50 — Create your own shimmering faux stained glass masterpiece using colorful crushed glass and resin.