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Breaking News on Attorney General Loretta Lynch and Bill Clinton Meeting

Reporter: FBI ordered ‘no photos, no pictures, no cell phones’ during Clinton/Lynch meeting

Bill O’Reilly interviews Christopher Sign (a reporter for ABC15 in Arizona) who broke the story about Bill Clinton and Loretta Lynch’s meeting at an airport in Phoenix AZ. He then interviews Mark Hanna, a strategist for the Democrat party.

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Which One Are You: Ideologue or Pragmatist?

When it comes to politics, do you have an ideology? Or are you a pragmatist? What’s the difference? Is one better than the other? Jonah Goldberg, Senior Editor for National Review, explains why ideology matters, and why “pragmatism” may not mean exactly what you think it does.

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Mt. Pleasant Tops Falcons in Doubleheader, 5-3, 19-12

Photo by Dan Hockett Mt. Pleasant First Baseman Cali Lichty makes the play against West Burlington – Notre Dame’s Jashira Baylark (23) Wednesday in West Burlington. Mt. Pleasant defeated WBND, 5-3, 19-12.
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Mt. Pleasant First Baseman Cali Lichty makes the play against West Burlington – Notre Dame’s Jashira Baylark (23) Wednesday in West Burlington. Mt. Pleasant defeated WBND, 5-3, 19-12.
Photo by Dan Hockett West Burlington – Notre Dame’s Jashira Baylark makes contact against Mt. Pleasant Wednesday in West Burlington. Mt. Pleasant defeated WBND, 5-3, 19-12.
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West Burlington – Notre Dame’s Jashira Baylark makes contact against Mt. Pleasant Wednesday in West Burlington. Mt. Pleasant defeated WBND, 5-3, 19-12.
Photo by Dan Hockett West Burlington – Notre Dame First Baseman Olivia Baker reaches for the out against Mt. Pleasant Wednesday in West Burlington. Mt. Pleasant defeated WBND, 5-3, 19-12.
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West Burlington – Notre Dame First Baseman Olivia Baker reaches for the out against Mt. Pleasant Wednesday in West Burlington. Mt. Pleasant defeated WBND, 5-3, 19-12.
Photo by Dan Hockett Mt. Pleasant’s Kaley White looks at a West Burlington – Notre Dame Pitch Wednesday in West Burlington. Mt. Pleasant defeated WBND, 5-3, 19-12.
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Mt. Pleasant’s Kaley White looks at a West Burlington – Notre Dame Pitch Wednesday in West Burlington. Mt. Pleasant defeated WBND, 5-3, 19-12.
Photo by Dan Hockett West Burlington –Notre Dame Shortstop Makenna Davis makes a running over the head catch against Mt. Pleasant Wednesday in West Burlington. Mt. Pleasant defeated WBND, 5-3, 19-12.
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West Burlington –Notre Dame Shortstop Makenna Davis makes a running over the head catch against Mt. Pleasant Wednesday in West Burlington. Mt. Pleasant defeated WBND, 5-3, 19-12.
Photo by Dan Hockett West Burlington – Notre Dame Right Fielder Adriana Moad makes the catch against Mt. Pleasant Wednesday in West Burlington. Mt. Pleasant defeated WBND, 5-3, 19-12.
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Right Fielder Adriana Moad makes the catch against Mt. Pleasant Wednesday in West Burlington. Mt. Pleasant defeated WBND, 5-3, 19-12.
Photo by Dan Hockett Mt. Pleasant Centerfielder Julie Lasswell makes the catch against West Burlington – Notre Dame Wednesday in West Burlington. Mt. Pleasant defeated WBND, 5-3, 19-12.
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Mt. Pleasant Centerfielder Julie Lasswell makes the catch against West Burlington – Notre Dame Wednesday in West Burlington. Mt. Pleasant defeated WBND, 5-3, 19-12.
Photo by Dan Hockett West Burlington – Notre Dame Centerfielder Jashira Baylark gets the out against Mt. Pleasant Wednesday in West Burlington. Mt. Pleasant defeated WBND, 5-3, 19-12.
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Centerfielder Jashira Baylark gets the out against Mt. Pleasant Wednesday in West Burlington. Mt. Pleasant defeated WBND, 5-3, 19-12.
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Why Don’t Feminists Fight for Muslim Women?

Are women oppressed in Muslim countries? What about in Islamic enclaves in the West? Are these places violating or fulfilling the Quran and Islamic law? Ayaan Hirsi Ali, an author and activist who was raised a devout Muslim, describes the human rights crisis of our time, asks why feminists in the West don’t seem to care, and explains why immigration to the West from the Middle East means this issue matters more than ever.

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Obituaries this week

Delores A. Lowe, 76, Stronghurst, IL, formerly Burlington died Monday, June 27, 2016

Jon “Oppie” Douglas Oppenheimer, 62, Burlington, died Monday, June 27th, 2016

Dennis R. “Denny” Schnedler, 77, Burlington, died Tuesday, June 28, 2016

Bruce Allen Bonner, 60, Burlington, died Monday, June 20, 2016

Tammie J. Sherrill, 53, Burlington, died Saturday, June 25, 2016

Brian E. Sharp, 49, Burlington, died Saturday, June 25, 2016

Lori Kay DeVeau, 54, Burlington died Tuesday, June 28, 2016

Harvey Wayne Fisher, 75, Burlington, formerly Ft Madison, died Wednesday, June 29, 2016

Louis Dee “Butch” Fisher, 67, Burlington died Tuesday, June 28, 2016

Anne Sorensen, 90, Burlington, died Friday, July 1, 2016

Terry Nolan  Cleek, 74, Burlington, died Friday, July 1, 2016

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Mepo Tops Falcons, 11-0

Photo by Dan Hockett Mediapolis’ leadoff hitter Mackenzie Petty (15) is congratulated by teammates after starting the game with a solo homerun in first inning against West Burlington – Notre Dame Monday night in West Burlington. Mediapolis defeated West Burlington – Notre Dame, 11-0.
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Mediapolis’ leadoff hitter Mackenzie Petty (15) is congratulated by teammates after starting the game with a solo homerun in first inning against West Burlington – Notre Dame Monday night in West Burlington. Mediapolis defeated West Burlington – Notre Dame, 11-0.
Photo by Dan Hockett West Burlington – Notre Dame Centerfielder Jashira Baylark makes the catch against Mediapolis Monday night in West Burlington. Mediapolis defeated West Burlington – Notre Dame, 11-0.
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Centerfielder Jashira Baylark makes the catch against Mediapolis Monday night in West Burlington. Mediapolis defeated West Burlington – Notre Dame, 11-0.
Photo by Dan Hockett Mediapolis Shortstop Brianna Eberhardt (9) tags West Burlington – Notre Dame’s Kiera Brown out while trying to steal second Monday night in West Burlington. Mediapolis defeated West Burlington – Notre Dame, 11-0.
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Mediapolis Shortstop Brianna Eberhardt (9) tags West Burlington – Notre Dame’s Kiera Brown out while trying to steal second Monday night in West Burlington. Mediapolis defeated West Burlington – Notre Dame, 11-0.
Photo by Dan Hockett West Burlington – Notre Dame Right Fielder Adriana Moad makes a running catch against Mediapolis Monday night in West Burlington. Mediapolis defeated West Burlington – Notre Dame, 11-0.
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Right Fielder Adriana Moad makes a running catch against Mediapolis Monday night in West Burlington. Mediapolis defeated West Burlington – Notre Dame, 11-0.
Photo by Dan Hockett Mediapolis’ Mackenzie Petty beats the throw to West Burlington – Notre Dame First Baseman Cassie Powers for a single Monday night in West Burlington. Mediapolis defeated West Burlington – Notre Dame, 11-0.
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Mediapolis’ Mackenzie Petty beats the throw to West Burlington – Notre Dame First Baseman Cassie Powers for a single Monday night in West Burlington. Mediapolis defeated West Burlington – Notre Dame, 11-0.
Photo by Dan Hockett West Burlington – Notre Dame Leftfielder Morgan Flowers makes a running catch against Mediapolis Monday night in West Burlington. Mediapolis defeated West Burlington – Notre Dame, 11-0.
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Leftfielder Morgan Flowers makes a running catch against Mediapolis Monday night in West Burlington. Mediapolis defeated West Burlington – Notre Dame, 11-0.
Photo by Dan Hockett West Burlington – Notre Dame Outfielders Jashira Baylark (23) and Adriana Moad salute to start the inning against Mediapolis makes a running catch against Mediapolis Monday night in West Burlington. Mediapolis defeated West Burlington – Notre Dame, 11-0.
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West Burlington – Notre Dame Outfielders Jashira Baylark (23) and Adriana Moad salute to start the inning against Mediapolis makes a running catch against Mediapolis Monday night in West Burlington. Mediapolis defeated West Burlington – Notre Dame, 11-0.
Photo by Dan Hockett Mediapolis Second Baseman Maggie Myers makes a diving catch for an out against West Burlington – Notre Dame Monday night in West Burlington. Mediapolis defeated West Burlington – Notre Dame, 11-0.
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Mediapolis Second Baseman Maggie Myers makes a diving catch for an out against West Burlington – Notre Dame Monday night in West Burlington. Mediapolis defeated West Burlington – Notre Dame, 11-0.
Photo by Dan Hockett Mediapolis Centerfielder Lyndi Vantiger makes a running catch against West Burlington – Notre Dame Monday night in West Burlington. Mediapolis defeated West Burlington – Notre Dame, 11-0.
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Mediapolis Centerfielder Lyndi Vantiger makes a running catch against West Burlington – Notre Dame Monday night in West Burlington. Mediapolis defeated West Burlington – Notre Dame, 11-0.
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Dr. Majid Rafizadeh: Why I Renounced Islam, Allah, and Muhammad

Click here: Why I Renounced Islam, Allah, and Muhammad and my challenge to every Muslim.
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Obama allows 18.7 Million Immigrants to Avoid Oath of Allegiance, Pledge to Defend America

Click here: Under the Obama administration’s executive authority,  legal immigrants seeking citizenship through the Naturalization process are now exempt from a key part of the Oath of Allegiance.
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‘Top Gun’ actress Kelly McGillis gets Carry Permit after attack at her North Carolina home

Click here: ‘Top Gun’ actress Kelly McGillis attacked at her North Carolina home
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Falcons Blast Warriors, 14-4

Photo by Dan Hockett West Burlington First Baseman Olivia Baker gets the out against Van Buren Friday night in West Burlington. West Burlington defeated Van Buren, 14-4, in 5-innings.
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West Burlington First Baseman Olivia Baker gets the out against Van Buren Friday night in West Burlington. West Burlington defeated Van Buren, 14-4, in 5-innings.
Photo by Dan Hockett West Burlington’s Madelyn Stutsman beats the tag by Van Buren Third Baseman Lauren Starnes to steal third in the fourth inning Friday night in West Burlington. West Burlington defeated Van Buren, 14-4, in 5-innings.
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West Burlington’s Madelyn Stutsman beats the tag by Van Buren Third Baseman Lauren Starnes to steal third in the fourth inning Friday night in West Burlington. West Burlington defeated Van Buren, 14-4, in 5-innings.
Photo by Dan Hockett West Burlington’s Alexis Davis signals the dugout after hitting a double against Van Buren Friday night in West Burlington. West Burlington defeated Van Buren, 14-4, in 5-innings.
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West Burlington’s Alexis Davis signals the dugout after hitting a double against Van Buren Friday night in West Burlington. West Burlington defeated Van Buren, 14-4, in 5-innings.
Photo by Dan Hockett West Burlington’s Makenna Davis makes it third base after Van Buren’s throw is wide to Third Baseman Lauren Starnes Friday night in West Burlington. West Burlington defeated Van Buren, 14-4, in 5-innings.
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West Burlington’s Makenna Davis makes it third base after Van Buren’s throw is wide to Third Baseman Lauren Starnes Friday night in West Burlington. West Burlington defeated Van Buren, 14-4, in 5-innings.
Photo by Dan Hockett West Burlington’s Cassie Powers smiles after hitting a homerun in fifth inning against Van Buren Friday night in West Burlington. West Burlington defeated Van Buren, 14-4, in 5-innings.
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West Burlington’s Cassie Powers smiles after hitting a homerun in fifth inning against Van Buren Friday night in West Burlington. West Burlington defeated Van Buren, 14-4, in 5-innings.
Photo by Dan Hockett West Burlington’s Alexis Davis smiles before stepping in the batter’s box against Van Buren Friday night in West Burlington. West Burlington defeated Van Buren, 14-4, in 5-innings.
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West Burlington’s Alexis Davis smiles before stepping in the batter’s box against Van Buren Friday night in West Burlington. West Burlington defeated Van Buren, 14-4, in 5-innings.
Photo by Dan Hockett West Burlington’s Makaela Kreiss looks over a Van Buren pitch Friday night in West Burlington. West Burlington defeated Van Buren, 14-4, in 5-innings.
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West Burlington’s Makaela Kreiss looks over a Van Buren pitch Friday night in West Burlington. West Burlington defeated Van Buren, 14-4, in 5-innings.
Photo by Dan Hockett West Burlington’s Madelyn Stutsman loosens up before stepping in the batter’s box against Van Buren Friday night in West Burlington. West Burlington defeated Van Buren, 14-4, in 5-innings.
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West Burlington’s Madelyn Stutsman loosens up before stepping in the batter’s box against Van Buren Friday night in West Burlington. West Burlington defeated Van Buren, 14-4, in 5-innings.
Photo by Dan Hockett West Burlington Leftfielder Morgan Flowers waits for the start of the third inning against Van Buren Friday night in West Burlington. West Burlington defeated Van Buren, 14-4, in 5-innings.
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West Burlington Leftfielder Morgan Flowers waits for the start of the third inning against Van Buren Friday night in West Burlington. West Burlington defeated Van Buren, 14-4, in 5-innings.
Photo by Dan Hockett West Burlington’s Madelyn Stutsman (19) slides safe into second in front of Van Buren Shortstop Taylor Diephuis Friday night in West Burlington. West Burlington defeated Van Buren, 14-4, in 5-innings.
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West Burlington’s Madelyn Stutsman (19) slides safe into second in front of Van Buren Shortstop Taylor Diephuis Friday night in West Burlington. West Burlington defeated Van Buren, 14-4, in 5-innings.