Here's what needs to happen for the two developments to become a reality in Peoria, and why one part of the plan faces opposition.

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New housing could be catalyst for improved Peoria corridor. But one part of the plan has opposition

Pivotal Housing Network, along with Peoria Opportunities Foundation, wants to build a four-story housing complex for people 55 and up at the corner of McBean Street and MacArthur Highway. There are also plans for a first-floor commercial development as well. The proposal is now pending before the Illinois Housing Development Authority.

Here's what needs to happen for the two developments to become a reality in Peoria, and why one part of the plan faces opposition.

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Metamora's Tyson Swanson, facing, and teammate Briar Cremeens embrace after the Redbirds' 50-43 victory over East St. Louis in the Class 3A state semifinal game Friday, March 10, 2023 at State Farm Center in Champaign.
 

'Refuse to lose': Metamora rallies for spot in basketball state title game

 

The Metamora Redbirds meet the East St. Louis Flyers in the IHSA Class 3A boys basketball state semifinals at State Farm Center in Champaign.

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A sellout crowd waits for the Bradley Braves to take the court against Drake in the regular-season finale Sunday, Feb. 26, 2023 at Carver Arena. The Braves clinched the MVC championship with a 73-61 win.
 

How Bradley basketball attendance numbers compared to last season

 

The Bradley Braves run to the Missouri Valley Conference regular-season championship saw a rise in attendance come along for the ride in 2022-23.

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Metamora head coach Danny Grieves pumps up his players after the Redbirds 60-48 victory over Marmion Academy in the Class 3A supersectional Monday, March 6, 2023 at Ottawa High School.
 

Every story on the Metamora basketball team, all in one place

 

The Metamora boys basketball team will play for a Class 3A state title. Here is every story about the finalist this season.

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Stock art of a judge?s gavel
 

New details: Peoria woman stabbed her boyfriend after argument, prosecutor says

 

If convicted, the Peoria woman faces 20 to 60 years behind bars on the charge of first-degree murder.

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How to watch and stream the 2023 IHSA boys basketball state finals

 

Streaming, TV and ticket info for IHSA boys basketball playoffs in Class A, 2A, 3A and 4A state finals tournament at State Farm Center in Champaign, Ill.

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Bears fans react to trade of 2023 NFL Draft's No. 1 pick to Carolina

 

Bears fans react to Chicago trading the 2023 NFL Draft's No. 1 pick to the Carolina Panthers for more draft picks and wide receiver DJ Moore.

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Metamora basketball player voted Journal Star athlete of the week

 

The IHSA basketball season is wrapping up, so it's no surprise a March madness hero was our high school athlete of the week.

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