Illinois education standards rise despite failing grades : News : ConnectTriStates.com

Illinois test scores continue to struggle as the state's standards hit an all time high. The state's report card out this week shows the No Child Left Behind standards, or the adequate yearly progress, failed 15 out of 18 school districts in four counties: Adams, Pike, Hancock and Brown. The three schools that met the standard all reside within Hancock County.

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A look into the new Lincoln Park

Yesterday at 3:15 PM The Quincy Park District has more than two dozen parks. Now its adding another to the list and it's housing more than a playground. Take a look inside Lincoln Park.

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Looking both ways is half the battle

Yesterday at 8:45 AM Your summer motorcycle ride could be more dangerous than you think.

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Colorado wildfire survivors mentor Black Forest Fire victims

Monday, June 17, 2013 Mentoring program could make adjusting to loss during the Black Forest Fire much easier.

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Behind the smoke with QFD

Monday, June 17, 2013 Take a look behind the smoke at Quincy's bravest.

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Miss Illinois weeks away from giving up her crown

Monday, June 17, 2013 Megan Ervin is preparing to give up her title to the next Miss Illinois, but first, she's looking back on what a life changing experience her pageant days have meant to her.

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Calling all art lovers: Hannibal's newest festival hits the area

Saturday, June 15, 2013 This art festival is bringing in artists from near and far to America's home town.

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Cancer survivors walk laps for a cure

Saturday, June 15, 2013 The journey to end cancer starts with a single step. That was the theme behind Friday night's Relay for Life event at Flinn Stadium in Quincy.

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Packed pools stay safe with Hannibal lifeguards

Friday, June 14, 2013 The opening of the Hannibal Aquatics Center was delayed for summer opening thanks to recent storms, but now they are open and the lifeguards are ready!

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Obama steps up military aid to Syrian rebels

Friday, June 14, 2013 The White House announced it had conclusive evidence that Syrian President Bashar Assad's regime used chemical weapons against opposition forces.

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Construction begins on Orascom plant near Wever Iowa

Thursday, June 13, 2013 Early construction begins on the Orascom Fertilizer plant near Wever Iowa.

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Kids bored at home this summer? Send them back to school

Thursday, June 13, 2013 Summer camp season is underway. But where do you send your kids if they're not into the outdoors or traditional sports? Send them back to school.

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