Journal Star

The Journal Star is the major daily newspaper for Peoria, Illinois and its surrounding area.

11/02/2024

It's Illinois vs Minnesota in Week 10 of the 2024 college football season. Follow our live game and score updates as Luke Altmyer leads the Illini.

11/02/2024

Peoria High School's offense, defense and special teams were in sync to wear down Hillcrest on the way to a first-round Class 5A playoff victory.

11/02/2024

Illinois basketball plays a tough nonconference schedule and an always tough Big Ten slate in pivotal season for the Fighting Illini.

11/02/2024

Players from Peoria-area schools had some of the best performances in the first round of the Illinois high school football playoffs.

11/02/2024

See who's advanced to the second round of the Illinois state high school football playoffs. Games will be scheduled for Nov. 8 and 9.

11/02/2024

Court documents show the business has a history of fines and selling liquor to underage individuals.

11/02/2024

A senior's late-game heroics will be cemented in Peoria Notre Dame history

11/02/2024

Peoria High took down Hillcrest in the first round of the Class 5A football playoffs.

11/02/2024

Winning Mega Millions numbers and lottery results for $281 million drawing jackpot Friday, Nov. 1, 2024. Did anyone win? What time is the next drawing?

11/02/2024

It's Illinois high school playoff football in the Peoria area. Here are IHSA scores from first-round games Friday and Saturday.

11/02/2024

"Brainrot," "rawdogging" and "romantasy" were also added to the Collins English Dictionary this year.

11/01/2024

The 2024 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade will feature performances by T-Pain, Jimmy Fallon & The Roots, Dan + Shay, Ariana Madix Idina Menzel and more.

11/01/2024

The 19-year-old faces a maximum sentence of 50 years in prison for the killing.

11/01/2024

Check your tickets for Illinois daily lottery draw games here.

11/01/2024

The store has failed three consecutive compliance checks for selling alcohol to minors, police said.

11/01/2024

Look: Illinois football revealed its special helmets for its Military Appreciation Game against Minnesota on Saturday. Here's a look at the helmets:

11/01/2024

Here are the eight high school volleyball teams from around Peoria to win IHSA regional titles in 2024. Sectionals are next.

11/01/2024

CONGRATS to the Pekin quarterback on being voted Journal Star athlete of the week.

Full results here: https://www.pjstar.com/story/sports/high-school/athlete-of-the-week/2024/10/29/vote-in-poll-for-peoria-illinois-high-school-athlete-of-the-week/75892026007/

11/01/2024

This new Peoria restaurant comes from a family name that has been on the food scene here for nearly a century.

11/01/2024

The new Bloody Mary Brunch Co. opened in Peoria on Nov. 1 at 708 W. Glen Avenue at the site of a former Family Video store.

11/01/2024

Photos of the beloved Hofbrau restaurant in Peoria, Illinois. It closed in 2020.

11/01/2024

Election Day is Nov. 5, and it's important to be prepared. Here's what to know about materials to bring, how to vote and what's on the ballot.

11/01/2024

The Peoria Hofbrau is no more, and the owners are looking to sell the property. Who will the new owners be and what will happen to the lot?

11/01/2024

The Limestone Rockets and Metamora Redbirds battled it out for three sets Thursday in the title match of the Class 3A Metamora volleyball regionals

11/01/2024

November begins the holiday season, and there are many fun traditions and other events to enjoy in central Illinois.

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Who has the best football cheering section around Peoria! Only one way to show your spirit: VOTE! Click here: https://www.pjstar.com/story/sports/high-school/football/2024/09/13/fan-vote-who-has-best-ihsa-football-student-section-peoria-illinois/74763303007/

Customers will find a variety of unique drinks at Nightjar. The new cocktail bar recently opened in Downtown Peoria. #DiscoverPeoria #cocktails #mocktails #craftbeer

Olympia Sports Bar & Grill melds a Greek restaurant and sports bar in one space. #foodies #PeoriaFoodie #centralillinois #DiscoverPeoria #Restaurants #Sportsbars #baklava #GreekFood Olympia Sports Bar & Grill

The family at this Roanoke restaurant has revived their longtime spaghetti sauce recipe. #foodies #InstaFood #Dining #centralillinois #Pasta #Restaurants

Whether you are in the mood for funky coffee or food, Reverence Coffee features a variety of unique menu items. #Coffee #Coffeeshops #Peoria #PeoriaIllinois #centralillinois #DiscoverPeoria

BBQ for the soul

The summer season means digging into good barbeque. Find brisket, chicken and more at Underground Backyard BBQ in Williamsfield. #foodies #PeoriaFoodie #Dining #BBQ #Barbecue #Peoria #PeoriaIllinois #DiscoverPeoria

Carius Creamery in Morton

Summer is just around the corner and Carius Creamery is open for business. The ice cream shop was previously home to the longtime Carius family Dairy Queen. Customers can now find shakes, cones, sundaes and more. #mortonillinois #foodie #food #dining #CariusCreamery #icecream #icecreamshop

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One of Peoria's most popular steakhouses

In business for over 40 years, customers at Alexander's Steakhouse can cook their own steak or let chefs like Blake Beason do the cooking. Check out the full menu at https://alexanderssteak.com/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=ghf-peoria-main #discoverpeoria #discoverillinois #PeoriaIL #foodie #smallbusiness #Steakhouse #AlexandersSteakhouse #Steak #PeoriaRestaurants

Intuition Coffee + Juice has a focus on sustainability, hospitality and quality. Owner Ty Paluska and his wife, Kami, opened the shop in late October. Read more: https://bit.ly/46cIXjl?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=ghf-peoria-main. #discoverpeoria

With the recent chilly weather, it can be hard to remember it is fall! If you're looking for a riverfront view to enjoy the seasonal foliage alongside a tasty meal, check out Sweetwater Kitchen & Cocktails. The restaurant's outdoor dining includes a fireplace and heaters for the cooler days. Read more from Cassidy Waigand: https://bit.ly/3rdLfzL?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=ghf-peoria-main.

Looking to celebrate #Halloween with a tasty treat? Kellehers On Water is hosting a Cauldrons and Cocktails pop-up bar. Read more from Cassidy Waigand here: https://bit.ly/3Fwh0IA?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=Social&utm_campaign=ghf-peoria-main.