PEKIN - A Washington man allegedly broke the nose and fractured the skull of his 5-week-old son last week.

As with many jurisdictions nationally during the coronanvirus outbreak, Peoria and Tazewell counties have raised the threshold on crimes that merit a trip to jail.

PEORIA - Two Peoria businesses were ordered closed by police officers after the state's "shelter in place" order that closed all non-essential businesses went into effect.

GALESBURG - The heart of a nationwide show of solidarity and hope as the world deals with the coronavirus pandemic rests right here in Galesburg.

Good morning, troops. It's Monday, March 23. The Peoria Civic Center is considered an integral part of this city today.