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Bradley to Pass on CBI, CIT
Tue Mar 9

Bradley to Pass on CBI, CIT
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WMBD/WYZZ-TV - PEORIA, Ill. -- Don't look for Bradley in college basketball's postseason. It likely won't happen. Jim Les has decided against playing in the ...

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Manual's MJ Having Hair-Raising Season
Tue Mar 9

Manual's MJ Having Hair-Raising Season
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WMBD/WYZZ-TV - PEORIA, Ill. -- With players like Lawrence Alexander and Andrew Jordan, Manual High School might be known for its high-flying offensive style ...

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More Peoria Employers Looking to Hire in the Spring
Tue Mar 9

More Peoria Employers Looking to Hire in the Spring
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PEORIA - Things could finally be looking up for out of work Peoria residents. A new survey predicts businesses will hire at a strong pace in the coming ...

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Budgets, Calendar and Pink-Slips at Dist. 150
Mon Mar 8

Budgets, Calendar and Pink-Slips at Dist. 150
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PEORIA -- Peoria School District 150 officials are revealing more information about current finances... and they say it's not good news. ...

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Manual Wary of Unbeaten Winnebago
Mon Mar 8

Manual Wary of Unbeaten Winnebago
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WMBD/WYZZ-TV - PEORIA, Ill. -- Manual already ended one undefeated season. The Rams are hoping to do it again. Manual (22-7) meets undefeated Winnebago in ...

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Easter Seals Telethon a Success
Mon Mar 8

Easter Seals Telethon a Success
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EAST PEORIA - Saturday night, the Easter Seals Telethon was held on WMBD TV. Thanks to you, we raised $2164403 for children's services. ...

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March Madness
Mon Mar 8

March Madness
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PEORIA - March Madness is just days away, but before the fun begins, Peoria leaders are sending a message to area youth. The Civic Center is adopting the ...

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Healthcare Insurance Premiums Could Rise 60% in Illinois
Mon Mar 8

Healthcare Insurance Premiums Could Rise 60% in Illinois
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PEORIA - Senator Dick Durbin is blaming health insurance premiums for the ongoing struggle for healthcare reform. Durbin said premiums could increase up to ...

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Quinn's Office Warns Cities: Expect Less Funding in 2011
Mon Mar 8

Quinn's Office Warns Cities: Expect Less Funding in 2011
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PEORIA - Illinois cities and towns are forewarned that there will be less state funding next year. Governor Pat Quinn is recommending a $300 million cut to ...

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Protect Your Well During Groundwater Awareness Week
Mon Mar 8

Protect Your Well During Groundwater Awareness Week
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PEORIA - It's National Groundwater Awareness Week, and residents are reminded to protect their well water. The Illinois Association of Groundwater ...