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Romney: Obama focused on 'character assassination' - Peoria Journal Star
The blueprint, titled "The Defeat of Barack Hussein Obama: The Ricketts Plan to End His Spending For Good," was devised by a group of Republican strategists, one of whom confirmed its contents for The Associated Press on condition of anonymity to ...
Bank robbery suspect identified through fingerprints - Peoria Journal Star
By Anonymous A suspected bank robber who refused to give his name to authorities Wednesday has been identified through his fingerprints. Neilmeyer D. Anderson, 21, was quickly apprehended following the robbery of Central Illinois Bank, 4125 N. Sheridan ...
Former Illini player, coach Jerrance Howard eager to work with Larry Brown - Peoria Journal Star
The school located in Dallas has some deep pockets — a source said Howard nearly doubled the $180000 per season he was getting from Illinois — but Howard likely would have opted for another opportunity had this one not been associated with Brown.
Secret Service investigating reports of other trips involving prostitutes - Peoria Journal Star
The official, who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss ongoing investigations, said the agency is trying to determine whether the reports are accurate. Seattle television station KIRO-TV reported Wednesday on allegations that during a trip last ...
Western Michigan center to visit Bradley - Peoria Journal Star
The 6-foot-9, 290-pound two-year starter, a native of Bay Village, Ohio, is also considering Wright State and Xavier, a source close to the player said. He has two years of eligibility remaining. Last season as a sophomore, Stainbrook averaged 11.4 ...
Supinie: Illinois center entering the NBA draft - Peoria Journal Star
Although Leonard could withdraw his name until April 10, he may hire an agent as soon as Tuesday, a source said, therefore assuring his jump to professional basketball. In his only year as an Illini starter, Leonard averaged 13.6 points.
Source: SIU hires ex-Missouri St. coach Hinson - Peoria Journal Star
The university official told The Associated Press about the hiring on the condition of anonymity so as not to pre-empt the official announcement scheduled for Wednesday afternoon. Hinson was fired by the Bears in 2008 after failing to take Missouri ...
AP sources: Dolphins out of Manning chase - Peoria Journal Star
The people spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because the workouts have remained private and the Dolphins haven't talked publicly about negotiations. Early Friday morning, Broncos executive John Elway was seen at the Centennial, Colo., airport.
Illinois left out of NIT, completing collapse - Peoria Journal Star
One day after the source said the players voted against playing in the NIT, former Illini forward Mike Davis tweeted “my Illini boys turned down the NIT!” With the season officially done, the next step is hiring a coach and keeping the roster together.
Ex-Bills Coy Wire says Buffalo set bounties - Peoria Journal Star
The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because the team has not officially announced the quarterback's deal. Under terms of the restructuring, the Giants will guarantee $9 million of Manning's $10.75 million salary in 2012.
Romney camp says he'll be the last man standing - Peoria Journal Star
Those at the session insisted on anonymity while discussing campaign strategy. Top rival Rick Santorum turned that assessment back at his opponent. "What won't they resort to, to try to bully their way through this race?" Santorum said in Lenexa, Kan.
Obama demands Congress end oil, gas subsidies - Peoria Journal Star
But an administration official said the White House expects Congress to soon take up a measure ending some subsidies. The official requested anonymity to avoid speaking publicly without authorization. Later Thursday, Obama shifted his political focus ...
Egypt opens trial of Sam LaHood and 15 other Americans - Peoria Journal Star
Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton has raised the dispute twice in person with Egypt's foreign minister — once in London and once in Tunisia — in recent days, according to a senior US official speaking on condition of anonymity due to the ...
Changes on way in PGA? - Peoria Journal Star
The people spoke on condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to discuss negotiations. Both stressed that the option was in the early stages of consideration. If that were to happen, it would give the fall start to at least two World Golf ...
Terror suspect arrested near U.S. Capitol in FBI sting - Peoria Journal Star
They spoke on a condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to speak publicly. Associated Press writers Laurie Kellman and Eileen Sullivan contributed to this report. A 29-year-old Moroccan man was arrested Friday in an FBI sting operation ...
Tazewell jailers protest changes - Peoria Journal Star
None spoke publicly but one jailer who asked not to be identified said they planned to fight the resolution. After the meeting, Rob Scott, an attorney representing the jailers, questioned the move. "What's the purpose? I think this is ill-thought out ...
Sparland residents question sudden resignations - Peoria Journal Star
"To tell you the truth, the way things have been going, I think it's a good thing that a lot of them did (resign)," said a former trustee who asked that his name not be used because of personal connections. Many residents felt a factor in the group ...
Rabbit lovers converge for annual fall show at Expo gardens - Peoria Journal Star
The woman, who declined to give her name, said the event showcases not only the personalities of the rabbits, but also those of their owners. "There are so many different breeds here that you don't get to see very often," she said, "and you get to see ...
HGH testing part of new MLB labor deal - Peoria Journal Star
A person familiar with the negotiations disclosed some of the agreed-upon provisions to The Associated Press on Saturday, speaking on condition of anonymity because the deal had not yet been announced. The blood testing provision was first reported by ...
Great need expected for Salvation Army programs this holiday season - Peoria Journal Star
A Peoria man, who chose to remain anonymous, was not signing up for relief out of desire, but out of necessity. "If people knew what it was like to be in this situation, they'd feel differently," he said, adding prayer helps him through these hard ...
Trial by fire for volunteers of rural fire departments - Peoria Journal Star
The owners of the farmstead donated the abandoned house for the controlled burn but chose to remain anonymous because they said recognition should go to those involved in teaching others how to ensure the safety of the community. ...
Ryder cancels truck rentals amid terrorist threat - Peoria Journal Star
A customer who did not want to be identified told the Journal Star that she had been informed by Ryder of the cancellation by phone call Friday. A Ryder representative told the Journal Star all local rentals for the weekend had been canceled, ...
Arrest unearths piece of Peoria history - Peoria Journal Star
"I was in bed when I heard this loud bang, bang, bang," said a neighbor at 1441 W. Garden St. who asked not to be named. "There must have been about 20 officers out there." The sound he heard was the doors of the home being pounded open. ...
Arrest unearths piece of Peoria history - Peoria Journal Star
"I was in bed when I heard this loud bang, bang, bang," said a neighbor at 1441 W. Garden St. who asked not to be named. "There must have been about 20 officers out there." The sound he heard was the doors of the home being pounded open. ...
NFL notes: Four-time MVP manning QB spot - Peoria Journal Star
The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity because terms weren't released. SECONDARY SCHOOL: Arizona's top draft pick Patrick Peterson could move into a starting role after cornerback Greg Toler was lost for the season with a knee injury. ...