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Will statewide smoking ban stick?

By Nishi GuptaMonday, January 05, 2009 at 5:28 PM

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Cuba alderman arrested for aggravated battery

By Nishi GuptaMonday, January 05, 2009 at 5:07 PM

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Group alleges Catholic diocese not compensating

Monday, January 05, 2009 at 4:55 PM

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Police apprehend bank robber in high-speed chase

By Blake LongMonday, January 05, 2009 at 4:47 PM

Police in McLean County have just wrapped up a high speed chase in pursuit of a local bank robber.

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Krupa to temporarily hold Schock's vacated seat

By Nishi GuptaMonday, January 05, 2009 at 4:12 PM

It appears that republican Joan Krupa may get to replace state rep Aaron Schock after all, but just for nine days.

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McLean county tries to fix overcrowded jail

By Blake LongMonday, January 05, 2009 at 3:13 PM

McLean county is trying to figure out what to do about an overcrowded jail.

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East Peoria picks up ice storm brush

By Blake LongMonday, January 05, 2009 at 1:55 PM

East Peoria is picking up brush left by the recent ice storm.

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Pontiac prison lawsuit on hold

Monday, January 05, 2009 at 1:30 PM

A hearing in a lawsuit that seeks to stop the state from closing a central Illinois prison has been delayed indefinitely, and the lockup could remain open for some time.

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Cat to open plant in Arkansas

By Blake LongMonday, January 05, 2009 at 1:02 PM

Peoria based Caterpillar will open a new plant in Arkansas creating about 600 jobs.

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Still no word on Pontiac plant closure

By Blake LongMonday, January 05, 2009 at 12:47 PM

Pontiac mayor Scott McCoy says he still doesn't know if a local plant employing more than 200 people will close.

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Vitamin D debate

By Jen ChristensenMonday, January 05, 2009 at 10:34 AM

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Overcoming Autism, Deafness and Severe Allergies

By Jen ChristensenMonday, January 05, 2009 at 10:07 AM

HOI 19's Jen Christensen talked to three moms with ties to the Heart of Illinois who have overcome their child's Autism, Deafness and severe Allergies. Hear how they did it on Jen's blog: WWW.NEWSANCHORMOM.COM

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Dunkin' Donuts Sees More Business Despite Economy

By Chasity MaxieSunday, January 04, 2009 at 5:23 PM

Krispy Kreme Donuts in Peoria is no longer open for business.

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Three Fires in One Peoria Home

By Chasity MaxieSunday, January 04, 2009 at 5:17 PM

A Peoria home is no longer safe to live in after a fire ripped through it this morning.

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Flood Has Little Affect on Riverfront Businesses

By Chasity MaxieSunday, January 04, 2009 at 5:04 PM

Recent flooding along the Illinois River in Peoria had little affect on riverfront businesses.

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The New Year Brings People Back to Church

By Chasity MaxieSunday, January 04, 2009 at 4:56 PM

The first Sunday of the new year had some local churches, like Bethany Baptist Church in Peoria, saw packed services.

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Actor and playwright arrested in Normal

Sunday, January 04, 2009 at 3:52 PM

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Getting Pregnant Overseas

By Jen ChristensenSunday, January 04, 2009 at 1:39 PM

More couples are conceiving overseas. HOI 19's Jen Christensen talks about this new trend on her blog: WWW.NEWSANCHORMOM.COM

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Local Artist Showcase Talent

By Chasity MaxieSaturday, January 03, 2009 at 6:04 PM

Some local artists and musicians got a chance to show off their work Saturday night.

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Experts Give the Skinny on Slimming Down

By Chasity MaxieSaturday, January 03, 2009 at 6:02 PM

The holidays are over and many are headed to the gym with resolutions of getting fit.

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Red Cross Needs Blood for December Loss

By Chasity MaxieSaturday, January 03, 2009 at 6:00 PM

The Red Cross lost nearly a thousand blood donations following a rough December.

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Recycle your old TV

By Ashley McNameeFriday, January 02, 2009 at 5:38 PM

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Peoria: No rush to replace city manager

By Ashley McNameeFriday, January 02, 2009 at 5:18 PM

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Low DUI numbers on New Year's Eve

By Ashley McNameeFriday, January 02, 2009 at 5:14 PM

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Police: crime down in Peoria

By Ashley McNameeFriday, January 02, 2009 at 5:11 PM

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