Sheriff | Peoria County, IL

Sheriff Chris Watkins

Sheriff Watkins has devoted his entire life to serving others, whether serving in the United States Air Force or as a 18-year veteran of the Peoria County Sheriff’s Office. About our Sheriff
Serve Your Community

The Sheriff's Office is continually looking to hire men and women wanting to serve our community, including patrol and correctional officers. Learn More

Road Closure on Radnor Road

The Peoria County Highway Department will be closing Radnor Road between the entrance to Kellogg Golf Course and the entrance to the Golf Learning Center starting on the morning of Tuesday, September 27 for a crossroad culvert removal and replacement. Read on...
Vote for your Favorite Peoria County Flag Design!

The Peoria County Board invites residents to vote on their favorite flag design to represent Peoria County! Read on...
Mobile Museum of Tolerance Coming to Three Peoria Area Schools

This week, the Peoria Regional Office of Education will be hosting the Mobile Museum of Tolerance, also known as the MMOT. Read on...