Daily
Peoria
Saturday, September 20th, 2025
Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 20th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Peoria County Animal Protection Services cares for nearly 200 animals and is waiving adoption fees from Sept. 22 through Sept. 27—adoptions are offered on a first-come, first-served basis during viewing hours from noon to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and adopters are reminded to plan for the ongoing costs of pet care. WMBD
- ➤ Friday, the Salvation Army broke ground on a new 19,000-square-foot men's shelter at its campus on Bryan Street and Jefferson Avenue that will nearly double its capacity, provide job training, life skills workshops and support services, and keep the current shelter open during construction. The project also includes renovating an administrative building into a family services and veteran's center and will be completed by the end of 2026 or early 2027—backed by a $30 million investment. Peoria Journal Star
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Caterpillar CEO Joe Creed said at the centennial celebration in Edwards on Friday that Peoria remains the company’s home because of his strong central Illinois ties. The company, which still employs over 12,000 workers, held a show featuring 126 machines that moved over 17,000 tons of gravel—donating $261,000 to three local charities. Pekin Daily Times
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Peoria Promise has expanded its tuition reimbursement program to include Peoria Heights students, covering 50 to 100% of tuition costs for those attending ICC. The non-profit, which has provided over $7 million in aid over 18 years, will visit Peoria Heights High School to help eligible students apply—applications open February 1. WMBD
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lawmakers are discussing a new energy plan that would ease nuclear rules and add a fee on electric bills to fund battery storage projects ahead of the fall session—advocates want the bill passed in October while some say it may be delayed until spring. Data center companies and consumer groups share different views on whether the proposal will lower costs. WMBD
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ It is Week 4 of Illinois high school football in the Peoria area—Friday games saw teams like Peoria High vs. Manual and Richwoods vs. Peoria Notre Dame finish, and a Saturday game at 1 p.m. added more scores as local teams continue to play under IHSA rules. Pekin Daily Times
- ➤ Metamora won 43-40 on Friday at Carper Field when senior Jaiduan Cranford rushed for 276 yards and scored 4 touchdowns to lift the Redbirds. The team built a 43-point second quarter — when both sides piled on scores — and stayed in the hunt for the Mid-Illini Conference title. Pekin Daily Times
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Peoria Symphony Orchestra: Titanic Score Performance
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Peoria Civic Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the emotional depth of Titanic's iconic score performed live by an orchestra.
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Legends of the Fall Canvas Painting Workshop
1:30-4 p.m. — Art at the Bodega — All supplies included — Create your own whimsical autumn painting featuring a cozy gnome and glowing pumpkins.
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