Good morning, Peoria.

Bradley University will launch a new homecoming tradition with a Yard Party on Saturday from noon to 6 p.m. on the Alumni Quad, featuring a barbecue, pickleball, live music & ribbon-cutting ceremonies for the Zaleski Recreation Center and Kolb Pavilion.

CEFCU held a groundbreaking ceremony on Monday for its 58,000-sqft annex next to its current headquarters — the addition will add over 290 desks, meeting rooms and a 9,570-sqft training center.

Construction will begin soon to support its growing workforce.

Caterpillar showcased new tech for safer job sites Tuesday at the Edwards Demonstration and Learning Center and will open an interactive gallery exhibit today at the Visitors Center in downtown Peoria — where customers can see systems like collision mitigation and remote operation.

Dan DiOrio, a longtime local radio host who co-hosted the Greg and Dan Show for 35 years, is no longer with WMBD Radio.

The station confirmed his departure on Wednesday and removed his bio and show details from its website.

A new list highlights 31 October events scheduled across Peoria, including concerts (with acts like Zach Williams, Anne Wilson, and Weird Al), themed fundraisers, and seasonal activities at venues like the Civic Center and local parks.

Community members can plan festive outings throughout the month.

Illinois Central College's East Campus hosted its 50th annual Power Show and Automotive Open House, giving over 300 students hands-on experience with automotive technology and career exploration.

The event featured current students and instructors (including Trevor Imm) as well as car manufacturing business representatives.

Residents in East Peoria can begin open burning today as the season runs through Nov.

30; burning is disallowed on Halloween, Thanksgiving, or during unsafe weather (only dry leaves, brush, and landscape waste may be burned with supervision and a nearby water source).

Illinois Joining Forces has received $2,078,053 from the VA grant (Staff Sgt. Parker Gordon Fox Suicide Prevention Program) to help connect veterans with housing, health care, and financial assistance; the funding will boost early intervention efforts for military families.

Local pharmacist Corey Dolan warns that a new 100% tariff on certain imported patented drugs may drive up costs and limit medication options—patients should speak with their pharmacist about alternatives.

Former Bradley Athletics Hall of Famer Joe Napoli, a standout baseball player who led the nation with a .490 batting average in his senior year, died at age 91 on Sept.

30 in Peoria. He declined MLB tryouts to build a legal career while supporting Bradley athletics.