Peoria, Illinois — November 14, 2026 A credible explosive device discovered Friday at the BioUrja Renewables ethanol plant in Peoria triggered a mandatory one-mile evacuation affecting thousands of residents and workers in Peoria and neighboring East Peoria. The device was later rendered safe, but authorities continued an exhaustive search of the large industrial facility into Saturday, with the evacuation order remaining in effect. Peoria Mayor Rita Ali confirmed late Friday