
Bomb found near ethanol plant in central Illinois forces evacuations: The bomb was discovered Friday afternoon at the BioUrja Renewables plant in Peoria ...
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Evacuation lifted after bomb threat near industrial plant in Peoria, Illinois; rendered safe by police
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The evacuation order was lifted Saturday, almost a full day after the device was discovered on Friday close to the BioUrja ethanol plant in Peoria ... Show more
Illinois plant searched, evacuation lifted after explosive device found
Illinois plant searched, evacuation lifted after explosive device found
FBI search follows bomb discovery at Illinois ethanol plant, prompting mass evacuation
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FBI investigates powerful bomb found at Illinois ethanol plant: Dozens of people within a mile of the facility in Peoria were evacuated, and hours later law ...
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Man hospitalized after being tased by ICE agents outside Elmwood Jail in Milpitas
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This historic Bay Area neighborhood feels like ‘Gilmore Girls’: While other commercial stretches feel bustling or chaotic, this two-block East Bay commercial ...
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WATCH | Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle and Bishop Louis Tylka shared a lighthearted moment over oversized liturgical vestments before a morning Mass in Peoria ... Show more


Staley, Gamecocks building another top recruiting class: USC women’s basketball coach Dawn Staley continues to roll on the recruiting trail ...
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The 10 best small US cities where renters get the most for their money in 2026: Apartments.com reports that Peoria, IL, and Cedar Rapids, IA, tie as the best ...
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Taylor Brown, the No. 30 women's basketball recruit and No. 5 point guard in the 2027 SC Next 100, on Saturday committed to South Carolina. Show more
The "Big Brother" Season 28 will award $750,000 to one of the last three houseguests. Is it Taylor Brown, Drew Cambell or Rick Devens? See link below ... Show more
Who won 'Big Brother 28'? Finale recap, America's Favorite Player, more
Who won 'Big Brother 28'? Finale recap, America's Favorite Player, more

Illinois dad left 2-year-old son to die excruciating death in burning car after shooting mom
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The most affordable college towns in the US — offering young graduates easy paths to homeownership
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Tom Drane seals back-to-back AFT Singles titles at Peoria TT: Australian Tom Drane won the Peoria TT to seal his second straight AFT Singles crown as Dallas ...
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‘Slow learners’ shine at CSEC : The 2026 Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC) English language examination success of young grades 8 and 9 students ...
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In regards to why this movie is working, Sony Pictures Motion Pictures Chairman Tom Rothman told Deadline, “Whether you live in Peru, Pakistan, or Peoria ... Show more
Photo Gallery: Cedar Rapids Kernels vs. Peoria Chiefs (07/29/26) - Photos from the Minor League Baseball matchup between the Cedar Rapids Kernels and Peoria ... Show more
Gym breathes new life into historic Cedar Rapids building
Gym breathes new life into historic Cedar Rapids building
Cardinals' top prospect Jacob Odle has found success with Peoria and Palm Beach this season simply through having fun ... Show more
The Athletic predicts 'nuclear' Bears season for St. Louis native Luther Burden
The Athletic predicts 'nuclear' Bears season for St. Louis native Luther Burden
Hilliard Bradley coach Brett Norris voted boys Coach of the Year by Dispatch readers
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Ex-Husker Rienk Mast is averaging a double-double during NBA summer league play for the Indiana Pacers. Here's a look at how other Nebraska products and ... Show more
Nebraska man to be moved to Ohio in White House attack plot case
Nebraska man to be moved to Ohio in White House attack plot case
Monday's NBA Summer League Stat Leaders:
• Kobe Johnson: 30 pts, 7 reb, 4 ast, 2 stl
• Brayden Burries: 23 pts, 8 reb, 6 ast ... Show more
Rienk Mast and Jalen Slawson helped the Pacers rally back from an 18-point first quarter deficit but they lost on a blocked shot at the buzzer ... Show more
Rienk Mast, Jalen Slawson lead comeback but summer league Pacers lose at buzzer
Rienk Mast, Jalen Slawson lead comeback but summer league Pacers lose at buzzer
Rienk Mast posted a double-double, Jalen Slawson scored 15 points and the Pacers' dual point guards increased the pace as Indiana beat Cleveland ... Show more
3 things that stood out from Pacers win in Summer League debut, led by unlikely hero
3 things that stood out from Pacers win in Summer League debut, led by unlikely hero

Peoria museum to represent Illinois at Trump’s ‘Great American State Fair’ as Pritzker administration opts out
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Cardinals prospect Jesus Baez breaks High-A Peoria home run record: Minor League Report
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Cardinals prospect Tre Richardson III hit five homers last week: Minor League Report
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ELM MicroGrid installs battery storage in its hometown [video]: ELM MicroGrid is coming home with the installation of a new battery energy storage system at a ...
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🔗: people.com/centennial-high-school-principal-resigns-from-role-amid-investigations-11985688? The principal of Centennial High School in Arizona has resigned from his position amid investigations into allegations of sexual misconduct involving ... Show more
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Nebraska basketball strength coach Kurt Joseph leaving for NBA job: Nebraska basketball strength coach Kurt Joseph, instrumental in the recovery of former Husker ...
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As Trump administration rolls back LGBTQ+ protections, some flock to Peoria for a reprieve
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Peoria welcoming more people from LGBTQ+ community: Amid an increasingly hostile environment for the LGTBQ+ community under the second Trump administration ...
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Iowa State basketball lands Bradley guard Jaquan Johnson from transfer portal: Iowa State basketball is staying hot in the portal, landing its third commitment ...
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🔗: people.com/missing-teenage-boy-found-dead-suspect-arrested-for-murder-11947214? A Missing Teenage Boy Was Found Dead in 2017. Now, a Suspect Has Been Arrested for His Alleged Murder
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As Trump administration rolls back LGBTQ+ protections, some flock to Peoria for a reprieve
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The Month’s Best New Thriller Books: Our columnist on the month’s best new releases.
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Adrian Morejón in right spot to again be one of the most important Padres: Left-hander had an historic season stranding inherited runners in 2025 ...
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Lessons from previous tournament, regular season linger for Nebraska basketball: Nebraska stands to benefit from the experience. Sam Hoiberg, Rienk Mast and ...
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Oliver & Co expands in Chester after buying out city firm: OLIVER & Co, in Chester, has expanded its operation with the successful buy out of another city firm.
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46 people so far detained by ICE outside Santa Clara County jail, sparking protests
mercurynews.com/2026/03/04/46-people-detained-by-immigration-agents-outside-santa-clara-county-jail-sparking-protests/
Great Britain has a team artist named Andy Brown, who will be on hand throughout the World Baseball Classic to paint the ballpark for each game they play ... Show more


RTD’s A line replaced with buses after crash damages equipment: RTD A line service is being replaced by shuttle buses after a crash damaged equipment on the line ...
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Val Chmerkovskiy hospitalized during Dancing With the Stars tour: 'Couldn't get myself together'
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Eastern (Pekin) shuts down Oak Hill, wins Class 2A girls' state championship: It was a repeat of 2017 in Class 2A girls' state finals as Eastern (Pekin) knocks ...
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Eastern (Pekin) takes on Oak Hill in a rematch of the 2017 state championship game. Our Insider previews the game and makes his prediction ... Show more
Class 2A state final preview, prediction: Eastern (Pekin) vs. Oak Hill
Class 2A state final preview, prediction: Eastern (Pekin) vs. Oak Hill

Belleville East uses locked-in effort to shock Alton in Class 4A sectional semifinal
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Team USA’s women are GOLDEN on Day 13 of the Winter Olympics! 🥇🌟👑
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Alysa Liu retired from skating at 16 and made a comeback after a two-year hiatus.
Now she’s a two-time Olympic gold medalist ... Show more

Chick and Bates aren’t letting their second place to the French define them🥈
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U.S. ice dancers Madison Chock and Evan Bates earned Olympic silver after a near-perfect skate, sparking debate over judging clarity at Milan Cortina ... Show more
Former national player of the year retires from NBA after 12 seasons
Former national player of the year retires from NBA after 12 seasons
Amber Glenn has an invalid element to drop her in figure skating rankings, but Alysa Liu is still in contention to bring Team USA a medal⛸️
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Vera Wang has high hopes for the figure skating triple threat of women on Team USA 🏅
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Jump landings: What could go wrong?
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Figure skating pair Danny O’Hara and Ellie Kam on their gold-medal winning team: “I felt so blessed to be around so many talented people ... Show more

Olympic gold medalist Gabriella Papadakis, explains to USA TODAY Sports Christine Brennan why she felt the need to write her book, "To Not Disappear" ... Show more

Time to twizzle!🌀 Brian Boitano and Polina Edmunds give USA TODAY a breakdown of what twizzles are and have some fun trying them out together!⛸️
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Here’s what you missed on DAY ONE of the Winter Olympics ❄️🏂🎿⛸️
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An ice dance showdown, record breaking gold, and women’s halfpipe…what a day!🏅
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It’s time to learn a few Italian hand gesutres with Brian Boitano! 🤌🏼🇮🇹
🚨AND a brand new episode of Milan Magic podcast out now! Check it out on all ... Show more


Vatican again OKs beatification of Illinois native Archbishop Fulton Sheen: Archbishop Fulton Sheen’s beatification can now take place in Peoria as originally ...
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Nebraska finds its footing behind Rienk Mast in win over Rutgers: 'This is a great win for our team'
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After ER visit, Rienk Mast feels himself again for Nebraska basketball: In six days, Rienk Mast missed Nebraska's game against Michigan with an illness ...
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Alysa Liu is staying true to herself ⛸️❄️
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Nebraska basketball's Rienk Mast, Braden Frager warming up prior to Illinois game
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Fred Hoiberg: Rienk Mast and Braden Frager could play Sunday vs. No. 9 Illinois: Nebraska basketball could get back Braden Frager (ankle) and Rienk Mast (severe ...
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When Peoria Banned Paul Robeson: In April 1947, Paul Robeson, the outspoken leftist artist and singer, was barred from performing in Peoria, Illinois ...
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Emden native makes a fresh start in sports: From the Oberliga team to America – Zoe Buscher's leap into the adventure of college soccer
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Nebraska basketball notes: Rienk Mast caught a break after strong defense, scoring at Northwestern
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Peoria home designed by noted Chicago-area architect Paul Schweikher listed for $975,000
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🚨NEW EPISODE TONIGHT🚨 The Milan Magic vodcast with Brian Boitano and Christine Brennan is back with another episode tonight and the duo break down the recently ... Show more

TODAY IS THE DAY! ✨ Milan Magic makes its highly anticipated premier with Brian Boitano and Christine Brennan.
🎥 YouTube: USA TODAY Sports | 🎧 Wherever you ... Show more

Maxim Naumov shares tribute to parents in his short program in St. Louis ❤️🩹
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Top Hats and Tails Carriage Company led a funeral procession to Elmwood Cemetery for 98-year-old family matriarch Ruby Smith, of Detroit ... Show more
Funerals have become bulk of business for Michigan horse carriage company
Funerals have become bulk of business for Michigan horse carriage company

'No more court storms, please': Nebraska players expected to beat Michigan State: As fans gathered near the Pinnacle Bank Arena floor, Rienk Mast tried to wave ...
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