Good morning, Peoria.

Peoria firefighters extinguished an RV fire in the 8000 block of North Knoxville Avenue at 10:15 a.m. Tuesday—taking about 10 minutes to control the blaze with no injuries and damage estimated at $25,000.

Tuesday morning, an RV was damaged by fire near Knoxville and Detwiller when Peoria Fire crews arrived at 10:15 a.m.—the blaze was put out in about 10 minutes with damage estimated at $25,000 and no injuries reported.

Mattress Liquidators is holding a moving sale at its current Peoria store on War Memorial Drive as it prepares to relocate to a larger space in The Shoppes at Grand Prairie next month—shoppers can save 50 to 80 percent on mattresses, furniture and appliances during this clearance event. Owner Ken Humphrey said the move will expand the lineup to include flooring and hot tubs while current inventory will not be transferred to the new location.

A 17-year-old Peoria teen was indicted for aggravated DUI after a fatal crash on March 22 that killed an East Peoria man when he allegedly drove under the influence of synthetic cannabis—authorities issued a warrant for his arrest as he will be tried in adult court.

The Illinois Supreme Court chose Justice P.

Scott Neville Jr. as the next chief justice, and he will start his three-year term in October. Neville, who has been on the court since 2018, said he will work to make the courts fair and easy to understand for everyone.

Peoria City Council signed a letter of intent with the Hengst Foundation to donate $11 million for a 5000-seat Riverfront amphitheater, with city funds covering its infrastructure upgrades and ongoing maintenance.

The donation agreement will be finalized in a couple of months — local leaders expect it to boost downtown activity.

OSF HealthCare was selected to receive $2.5 million from the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute for a four-year initiative that will improve hypertension care at 123 primary care facilities for over 100,000 patients — it also received a $750,000 Rural Development grant to expand telehealth services via three mobile units serving nearly 16,000 individuals in rural counties.

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.

Contemporary Art Center Evening

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Contemporary Art Center of Peoria Illinois — Free entry — Explore contemporary art in a vibrant community setting.