Peoria Journal Star

1 day ago | pjstar.com | Adam Duvall

Sutter chose the Crimson Tide over Illinois, Ole Miss, and Ohio State. He is the No. 1 prospect in Illinois and the No. 80 prospect nationally, according to 247Sports Composite. Sutter is the first tight end in Alabama's 2026 recruiting class. PEORIA — Roll Tide. Dunlap four-star tight end Mack Sutter announced his commitment to Alabama on Thursday night before family and friends at Weaver’s Fresh Food and Drink.

2 days ago | pjstar.com | Adam Duvall

Jesse Crawford resigned as the Morton head baseball coach, he confirmed to the Journal Star on Wednesday afternoon. This came just hours before Morton District 709 was set to hold a special board meeting with one item on the agenda: “Action to non-renew Jesse Crawford as Morton High School and Morton Junior High School baseball coach for the 2025-2026 school year.”That meeting has now been cancelled, according to the district website.

3 days ago | pjstar.com | Adam Duvall

Mack Sutter's long awaited college football decision is upon us. The Dunlap four-star tight end will make his official commitment at a ceremony on Thursday, choosing between four power programs: Alabama, Illinois, Ohio State and Ole Miss. Sutter's decision is a culmination of an 18-month long process that has included 45 scholarship offers. The Class of 2026 recruit is one of the most sought-after football recruits in Peoria-area history.

4 days ago | pjstar.com | Adam Duvall

With the Peoria high school sports season behind us, it's time to look back. This is the second poll in a series the Journal Star will roll out this summer, asking readers to select various superlatives across the 2024-25 season — including top team, coach, plus male and female athlete. It's time to name the Peoria-area high school coach of the year. Head to pjstar.com/sports to vote. The poll closes at noon Friday. Information about the nominees is below.

5 days ago | pjstar.com | Dean Muellerleile

In a landslide — landslider? — White Castle dominated the ballot. Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers came in fourth but will be the first of the top five to answer the voters' call. Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers finished outside the top five but also heeded readers. When asked to express their restaurant wishes, Journal Star readers aren't shy. In an unscientific survey, the newspaper asked diners which chains they'd like to see in Peoria.