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Bomb found at Illinois ethanol plant, prompting evacuations

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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the FBI category. Published on November 14, 2026 • Originally reported by Ramon Antonio Vargas. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.

Peoria officials said a bomb was found at BioUrja Renewables and later defused; FBI said it is investigating

Residents were ordered to evacuate parts of an Illinois community on Friday after the mayor there said authorities found a bomb at a local ethanol- and alcohol-production plant.

The discovery reported at BioUrja Renewables in Peoria triggered a mandatory evacuation over a one-mile evacuation zone encompassing sections of that city as well as the adjacent municipality of East Peoria.

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