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Chicago, O'Hare decline to play Kristi Noem video blaming Democrats for shutdown

Chicago's O'Hare and Midway Airports declined to play a video from the Department of Homeland Security blaming Democrats for the government shutdown.

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Peoria Connected @peoriaconnected.bsky.social · 15m

The magical new Disney x Macy's holiday collection features Swarovski, Kate Spade and more

This new Macy's x Disney collaboration is truly a wish come true for the holidays. Shop the magical collection now.

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Peoria Connected @peoriaconnected.bsky.social · 30m

Get ready for tip-off with the just-launched 2025 NBA Statement Edition jerseys

The 2025 NBA Statement Edition jerseys just dropped and are available from all 6 featured teams. Here's how to buy.

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Peoria Connected @peoriaconnected.bsky.social · 43m

Early morning road work planned near Illinois State University

Crews will repair the pavement on North University Street near Illinois State University, reducing the road to one lane from 4-8 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 16.

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Peoria Connected @peoriaconnected.bsky.social · 1h

CASA expands to Fulton County, boosting foster child advocacy

CASA of West Central Illinois is expanding its services to Fulton County to provide advocates for children in the foster care system, and is recruiting volunteers to help.

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Peoria Connected @peoriaconnected.bsky.social · 2h

Amid uncertainty after brawl, Illinois high school football team to play this week

After suspensions, Urbana will be short-handed for its IHSA football game with Manual.

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Peoria Connected @peoriaconnected.bsky.social · 2h

2025 IHSA girls flag football state finals: Bracket, scores, schedule, tickets

Everything you need to know ahead of the 2025 IHSA girls flag football state finals in Willowbrook, Illinois.

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Peoria Connected @peoriaconnected.bsky.social · 2h

Washington school evacuated after natural gas leak detected nearby

A school in Washington, Illinois was temporarily evacuated due to a natural gas leak near the building, but no injuries were reported.

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Peoria Connected @peoriaconnected.bsky.social · 2h

The Aussie collagen craze has arrived: Try Chief Nutrition today

Looking for premium collagen? Australia's best-selling Chief Nutrition collagen powder is now stateside. Learn more and shop the launch here.

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Peoria Connected @peoriaconnected.bsky.social · 3h

Government shutdown continues as Senate vote fails. See how Illinois lawmakers voted

The government shutdown entered its third week after the U.S. Senate failed to pass yet another funding bill. Here's how Illinois lawmakers voted.

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Peoria Connected @peoriaconnected.bsky.social · 3h

Save $50 on this automatic toothbrush that kids actually want to use

Looking for a smarter way to get your kids to brush their teeth? The new Willo BrushBot Starter Kit is $50 off for a very limited time only.

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Peoria Connected @peoriaconnected.bsky.social · 3h

TikTok-famous Bloom Creatine Gummies are under $20 at Amazon

Bloom’s Creatine Gummies offer strength and cognitive support in a grab-and-go format. Shop the TikTok-famous brand's new launch on Amazon.

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Peoria Connected @peoriaconnected.bsky.social · 4h

Peoria County authorities seek help in tavern vandalism case

The Last Chance Bar in Alta was vandalized, causing over $100,000 in damage, and the Peoria County Sheriff’s Office is seeking information from the public to help find the perpetrators.

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Peoria Connected @peoriaconnected.bsky.social · 4h

US stocks climb following profit reports from banks and tech

NEW YORK (AP) — Stocks are climbing following profit reports from some of the world’s biggest names in banking and technology. The S&P 500 rose 0.7% in early trading Wednesday. The Dow Jones In…

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Peoria Connected @peoriaconnected.bsky.social · 4h

Florida teen arrested after shooting himself in staged abduction, deputies say

The 17-year-old who staged his own abduction and caused a statewide AMBER Alert has been arrested, Florida deputies say.

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Peoria Connected @peoriaconnected.bsky.social · 4h

Israeli military says one of the bodies handed over by Hamas is not that of a hostage

TEL AVIV, Israel (AP) — The Israeli military said Wednesday that one of the bodies handed over by Hamas the previous day as part of the ceasefire deal is not that of a hostage who was held in Gaza,…

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Peoria Connected @peoriaconnected.bsky.social · 5h

Popular rice brand issues nationwide recall: FDA

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Under $20: This Pet Medic Med Pack is a great gift for any adventurous pet parent

This pet emergency kit is just $19.99 and makes a great gift idea for pet parents. It's a must-have for road holiday trips.

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Peoria Connected @peoriaconnected.bsky.social · 6h

Sheriff’s Office: Peoria’s Last Chance Bar & Grill vandalized overnight

PEORIA, Ill. - The Peoria County Sheriff's Office reports that the Last Chance Bar & Grill, on W. Second S...

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Peoria Connected @peoriaconnected.bsky.social · 6h

IHSA Week 8 playoff outlook: The 36 unbeaten teams in Illinois high school football

Ahead of Week 8, here are the 36 Illinois high school football teams still undefeated. Here is the newest IHSA playoff outlook.

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Peoria Connected @peoriaconnected.bsky.social · 6h

Indiana, Alabama among biggest college football surprises in first half of season

A college football season never goes to plan. There are always unexpected results. A look at the surprises at the biggest halfway mark of the year.

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Peoria Connected @peoriaconnected.bsky.social · 7h

2025 Journal Star all-area teams | These 6 high school boys golfers are best around Peoria

State champion Nolan Eccles of Dunlap leads the 2025 Journal Star all-area boys golf team. Meet the 6 best IHSA golfers around Peoria.

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Peoria Connected @peoriaconnected.bsky.social · 7h

Will Penn State regret firing James Franklin? Yeah, maybe.

Before The Snap takes a deeper look at Penn State football and possible replacements for James Franklin at the helm.

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Peoria Connected @peoriaconnected.bsky.social · 7h

Illinois sues State Farm for not releasing homeowners’ insurance data

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Peoria Connected @peoriaconnected.bsky.social · 7h

Five Morton stores fail checks for alcohol, tobacco compliance

The Morton Police Department conducted alcohol and tobacco compliance checks on local businesses, resulting in five businesses failing the checks for selling alcohol and tobacco to minors.

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