Peoria Juneteenth celebrations continue to grow across city

11 June 2026, 4:02 pm

Peoria leaders and community organizations are celebrating Juneteenth with a month-long series of events, including parades, festivals, and performances, to honor the day enslaved people in ...... Read More »

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