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Police say Mitchell Dutz fabricated story that led to Amber Alert 4 hours ago

FULTON COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) -- After thousands of people were alerted by an Amber Alert for 13-month-old Bentley Dutz, Peoria County Sheriff Brian Asbell, along with the Fulton County ESDA, have confirmed the entire story was fabricated.
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Community works to end violence 5 hours ago

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA)-- People came together to find ways to bring peace to the community.
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Road concerns 18 hours ago

MAHOMET, Ill. (WCIA)-- Some people hope the city will reconsider closing a street many of them use.
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Police say story was made up that led to Amber Alert 22 hours ago

FARMINGTON, Ill. (WCIA) -- Police cancel Amber Alert.
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Longtime friend remembers woman killed as 'family' 2 days ago

COLES COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) -- Friends are heartbroken following the death of April Fisher, the woman hit and killed by a drunk driver.
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Meth creates rise in other crimes 2 days ago

MATTOON, Ill. -- More than 100 methamphetamine related cases have been logged this year, keeping police busy.
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Tracking & catching cyberterrorists 2 days ago

NATIONAL (WCIA) -- One man has an idea of who was sending bomb threats across the United States.
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Community group plans to promote peace 2 days ago

CHAMPAIGN-URBANA, Ill. (WCIA) -- Dozens have decided to take the next step forward to stop violence in the area.
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Lawmakers held accountable for harassment 2 days ago

NATIONAL (WCIA) -- After a series of sexual harassment complaints hit the spotlight, members of Congress are taking action to put an end to it.
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