Saturday, October 5th, 2024

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Good morning, Peoria. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 5th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Peoria Fire Department held its annual Fallen Firefighters Memorial to honor and remember firefighters who lost their lives in the past year, with speeches and a ceremonial bell ringing. WMBD
- ➤ Peoria firefighters commemorated 16 colleagues who died in the line of duty since 1888 with a downtown march and ceremony, reflecting on their sacrifice and ongoing improvements in safety measures. 25 News Now
- ➤ A nearly $1.7 million grant from the Illinois Grocery Initiative will fund the opening of a new grocery store in Peoria's South Side, aiming to reduce food deserts and improve local access to healthy food options. WMBD
- ➤ Liberty Street will be closed for six weeks starting Oct. 7 for the Adams Street and Jefferson Avenue OWTW Conversion Project, with recommended detours via Harrison Street. City of Peoria
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A house fire in Peoria, deemed unintentional, caused $50,000 in damage but all occupants safely evacuated. 25 News Now
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man was hospitalized following a gunshot wound to the leg outside a Peoria Family Dollar, with police currently investigating the incident. 25 News Now
- ➤ An arson-caused fire destroyed a South Peoria house, leading to an emergency demolition without any injuries. WMBD
- ➤ 23-year-old Isaiah Nunn-Brown was arrested in Peoria on federal firearm charges after fleeing police and discarding a gun. WMBD
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Charlie Pérez-Suárez, inspired by his early experiences as a translator for his Spanish-speaking family and volunteer work, is on the verge of graduating from medical school to pursue a career in cardiology. 25 News Now
- ➤ The Young Minds Center in West Peoria, supported by Governor Pritzker, opens to provide comprehensive mental health services for children, offering hope to families like the Manbecks seeking help for their daughter. 25 News Now
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