Peoria Police Start 'Books and Badges' Reading Program

Peoria police start 'Books and Badges' reading program

PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) -- The Peoria Police Department launched a new reading program called "Books and Badges." The police department's neighborhood services unit partnered with the McClure Library for the program. An officer will read a book to the kids. There's also an opportunity for kids to talk about their favorite book and explore the library. There will be five 'books and badges' throughout the summer until July 23. Resident officer Kylia B…

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