Extreme Heat Warning Continues in Peoria, Champaign, and Other Central Illinois Counties
The National Weather Service warns that heat-related illnesses increase significantly during the ongoing extreme heat and high humidity.
Peoria, Illinois FirstAlerts
Everything reported in Peoria and within 40 miles of it, at every level — nothing here is filtered out for being local.
Severe Weather
4 reportsHeat Advisory in Effect for Central Illinois Counties Until 7 PM Monday
The National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for ten counties in central Illinois, with heat index values expected to exceed 100 degrees, in effect until 7 PM CDT Monday.
Weather Service Details Flood Risks for 16 Illinois Counties
Excessive runoff from heavy rainfall could flood rivers, creeks, and urban areas through early August 20.
National Weather Service Issues Flood Watch for Central Illinois Counties
A Flood Watch is in effect for 12 counties across central, east central, and west central Illinois from midnight through 10:00 AM CDT on August 16, 2026.
Environmental Enforcement
1 reportRenewal By Andersen of Central Illinois in Peoria Assessed $84,345 Penalty
An environmental enforcement settlement against Renewal By Andersen of Central Illinois in Peoria assessed an $84,345 federal penalty in a developing case.
Nursing Home Enforcement
6 reportsArcadia Care Bloomington Faces 50-Day Payment Denial
CMS enforcement record shows a payment denial for the Bloomington nursing home, effective June 4, 2026.
Timbercreek Rehab and Health Care Center in Pekin Fined $64,120
Timbercreek Rehab and Health Care Center in Pekin, Illinois, was issued a $64,120 fine in March 2026, according to federal records.
Graham Hospital in Canton, Illinois Issued Payment Denial Penalty
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services records show a 29-day payment denial sanction for Graham Hospital in Canton, Illinois.
Avenues at Royal Oak in Kewanee, Illinois Fined $26,685
Federal enforcement records show Avenues at Royal Oak in Kewanee, Illinois, was issued a $26,685 fine in April 2026.
Farmington Village Nrsg in Farmington, Illinois Fined $73,577
Federal enforcement records show Farmington Village Nrsg was assessed a $73,577 fine on May 1, 2026.
Loft Rehab & Nursing of Normal, Normal, Illinois: $51,870 Fine
Federal documentation lists a $51,870 fine issued against Loft Rehab & Nursing of Normal in Illinois.