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        • Morning Minutes: May 25 6:06 am
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        • Today in the News: UFO spotted over historic barn May. 24, 2013
          Your daily news briefing, with the video of the day, top news and quote of the day.   
        • What to Watch: ‘Arrested Development’ is back! May. 24, 2013
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        • Tazewell County added to disaster declaration May. 24, 2013
          CHICAGO–Illinois residents in 14 additional counties who were affected by the severe storms and flooding in April are now eligible to register for federal disaster assistance, state and federal officials announced today.
        • Topinka: State revenues up but bill backlog continues May. 24, 2013
          SPRINGFIELD — Illinois Comptroller Judy Baar Topinka May 22 warned that a recent reduction in the state’s bill backlog is temporary and implored leaders to continue identifying efficiencies and savings that will allow the state to regain its fiscal footing in the long-term.
        • Rutherford asking for help in returning military medals May. 24, 2013
          SPRINGFIELD – This Memorial Day weekend, state Treasurer Dan Rutherford is asking Illinois residents to take a moment to check the official list of names with the Operation Reunite program.
        • Lady Panthers lose offensive-oriented semifinal to Metamora May. 24, 2013
          The Washington girls soccer team fell short May 14 in a postseason shootout.
          Washington senior Rachel Wernsman, left, tries to pry the ball away from an East Peoria player in an April game. The Lady Panthers finished 8-6 on the girls soccer season after a 3-2 loss May 14 to Metamora in Class 2A regional action.
        • Hot Online: Amanda Bynes arrested after tossing bong May. 24, 2013
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        • East Peoria Community High School games for May 24-25 May. 24, 2013
          This weekend's varsity schedule
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        • No. 1 seed Morton ends Raider kickers’ season May. 24, 2013
          Morton topped the East Peoria girls soccer team for the second time in a week May 14.
          East Peoria freshman Ellie Peterson, right, jockeys for the ball with a Washington player during an April girls soccer game. The Raiders lost May 14 to Morton, 7-0, in the Class 2A Metamora Regional semifinals.
        • Morning Minutes: May 24 May. 24, 2013
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        • Today in the News: Trayvon Martin texts released May. 23, 2013
          Your daily news briefing, with the video of the day, top news and quote of the day.   
        • What to Watch: ‘Showville’ debuts tonight May. 23, 2013
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        • Hot Online: Charles Ramsey to get free burgers for life May. 23, 2013
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        • Morning Jolt: Faith healers charged after 2nd child dies May. 23, 2013
          A couple from Philadelphia who practice faith healing and don’t believe in medicine were charged with murder after a second young child of theirs died after not receiving medical care. Herbert and Catherine Schaible were on probation after...
        • Morning Minutes: May 23 May. 23, 2013
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        • Traffic shift taking place on I-74 May. 23, 2013
          The Illinois Department of Transportation announces that a traffic staging shift for the I-74 interchange at Morton Avenue will take place the evening of May 23. Eastbound I-74 traffic traveling to northbound and southbound Morton Avenue will be combined onto the current exit ramp...
        • ICC board of trustees seats two new members May. 23, 2013
          Illinois Central College recently seated two alumni as new board of trustee members. Gale Thetford of Peoria and Diane Lamb of Peoria County began their six-year terms within ICC District 514 at their recent board of trustees meeting. Lamb graduated from ICC and also earned a bachelor...
        • Raider boys run to state meet May. 23, 2013
          East Peoria's Matt Church and Jacob Vangunten will make a southeastern trip this week.
          Sophomore Matt Church, far right, and senior Jacob Vangunten, middle, of the East Peoria boys track and field team will compete Friday in the Illinois High School Association Class 2A state meet in Charleston. The Raiders qualified after their performance last week at the Macomb Sectional.
        • District 309 School Board amends budget May. 23, 2013
          East Peoria School District 309 is expected to vote on the 2013 amended budget next month.
        • East Peoria Community High School games for May 23 May. 23, 2013
          Thursday's varsity schedule
        • Crim earns second berth May. 23, 2013
          Calen Crim achieved a second consecutive Illinois High School Association boys tennis state final bid.
        • Today in the News: London attack leaves soldier dead May. 22, 2013
          Your daily news briefing, with the video of the day, top news and quote of the day.   
        • What to Watch: ‘Modern Family’ finale, ‘MasterChef’ premiere May. 22, 2013
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        • Hot Online: Brian Urlacher retires May. 22, 2013
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        • How to help the Oklahoma tornado victims May. 22, 2013
          The EF5 tornado that devastated Moore, Okla., on Monday has caused untold damage and claimed at least 24 lives. If you want to help, check out the information below.    
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        • Morning Jolt: Vatican says pope didn’t perform exorcism, but … May. 22, 2013
          After a video went viral that showed Pope Francis seemingly performing an exorcism on a man, the Vatican responded by saying, “The Holy Father had no intention to perform any exorcism. Instead, as he frequently does for the sick...
        • Morning Minutes: May 22 May. 22, 2013
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        • East Peoria swats Morton, 7-1 May. 22, 2013
          The first two innings May 13 were decisive in East Peoria’s loss at Morton.
          East Peoria freshman David Perkins fires a throw across the diamond May 15 during the Raiders’ 7-1 Senior Night baseball win over Morton at Dave Rodgers Field.
        • Tri-county area approved for federal disaster aid May. 22, 2013
          Gov. Pat Quinn announced today 14 more counties were approved for federal disaster aid to help people and businesses recover from historic flooding in mid-April. Counties approved today include Peoria, Tazewell, Woodford, Bureau, Crawford, Henderson, Knox, Livingston, Marshall, Mason, McDonough, Rock Island, Schuyler and...
        • Perfect repeat for Raiders May. 22, 2013
          East Peoria will not be sharing with any other Mid-Illini Conference softball team.The Raiders eliminated any chance Metamora had to claim a piece of the 2013 league championship with a 7-1 home win May 13 over Dunlap.
          East Peoria sophomore outfielder Tori Lowery, shown in an April game, went 1-for-4 Thursday during the softball team’s 3-2 home victory vs. Morton. The Raiders finished off a 14-0 Mid-Illini Conference season with a seventh-inning comeback.
        • East Peoria Community High School games for May 22 May. 22, 2013
          Wednesday's varsity schedule
        • Today in the News: Jodi Arias pleads for her life May. 21, 2013
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        • What to Watch: ‘Modern Family’ says goodbye May. 21, 2013
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        • Hot Online: Galifianakis pays rent for formerly homeless senior May. 21, 2013
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        • What to do after a tornado May. 21, 2013
          How to help, how affected people can get assistance, and other tips. 
          Oklahoma tornado
        • Morning Minutes: May 21 May. 21, 2013
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        • SPECIAL NEWS REPORT: Graduation rate comparisons of 40 Illinois high schools May. 21, 2013
          GALESBURG — Household income makes a difference when it comes to getting a high school diploma. A GateHouse news analysis of 40 west-central Illinois high schools has found the districts with the lowest graduation rates have almost twice the percentage of low-income students.
          Kylee Barns and Jesse Wolf show off their diplomas after graduating with the Class of 2013 at East Peoria Community High School Saturday night.
        • Students say having a mentor is key during high school years May. 21, 2013
          As the majority of the Class of 2013 exits East Peoria Community High School and moves on to their future, there are some who did not make it to graduation. As to the reasons why, there could be many.Five juniors at EPCHS gave their views about the school's graduation rates, which are lower than the state's average.
          Pictured, from left, are East Peoria Community High School students Mallorie Latora, Katherine Ragon, Aaron Scully, Miranda Hall and Tabitha Ragon. The students will be seniors at the start of the new school year. They all participate in Link Crew, a peer mentor group at the high school.
        • Cousins opens Extreme Warrior Gyms in East Peoria at Event Center May. 21, 2013
          Matt Jenkins and his cousin Allen Robbins love fitness and health. They recently decided to combine these passions into a business venture called Extreme Warrior Gyms.The new gym opened April 1 and is located in the rear section of the East Peoria Event Center, 4200 E. Washington St.
          Allen Robbins of Morton, left, and Matt Jenkins of Metamora, stand in the ring at their new business, Extreme Warrior Gyms in East Peoria. The men said they offer CrossFit training at the gym in addition to Mixed Martial Arts (boxing, kickboxing and jujitsu). A grand opening will take place in June at the gym, which is located in the rear section of the East Peoria Event Center.
        • OSF physician receives state award May. 21, 2013
          Dr. Teresa Riech, the Emergency Department Pediatric Medical Director at OSF Saint Francis Medical Center and Children’s Hospital of Illinois, has been named the recipient of the 2013 Ron W. Lee, MD Excellence in Pediatric Care community service award by Illinois Emergency Medical Services for Children.The award...
        • Treasurer Rutherford announces Cream of the Crop photo contest May. 21, 2013
          "If you’re a young photographer looking to make your mark in the state of Illinois, then get your cameras ready for the Cream of the Crop Photo Contest," said Illinois State Treasurer Dan Rutherford.  As part of the Ag Invest program, Rutherford is excited to announce the...
        • East Peoria Community High School games for May 21 May. 21, 2013
          Tuesday's varsity schedule
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        • East Peoria Community High School games for May 20 May. 20, 2013
          Monday's varsity schedule
        • Today in the News: Yahoo buys Tumblr May. 20, 2013
          Your daily news briefing, with the video of the day, top news and quote of the day.   
        • What to Watch: ‘Bates Motel’ season finale is tonight May. 20, 2013
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        • Hot Online: Justin Bieber booed May. 20, 2013
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        • Morning Minutes: May 20 May. 20, 2013
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        • How to avoid water illnesses as swimming season nears May. 20, 2013
          As pools and beaches begin to open for the Memorial Day weekend, Dr. LaMar Hasbrouck, state public health director, is reminding people how to avoid getting sick while swimming.  This week —May 20-26 — is Recreational Water Illness and Injury Prevention Week. This year’s theme is "How We...
        • Gas increases dramatically in Midwest May. 20, 2013
          Average retail gasoline prices in Illinois have risen 7.5 cents per gallon in the past week, averaging $4.07 per gallon Sunday, according to GasBuddy's daily survey of 4,378 gas outlets in Illinois. This compares with the national average that has increased 8.9 cents per gallon in the last week to $3.67 per gallon, according to...
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