Man charged with trying to blackmail McLean Co. Board member

McLean County State's Attorney Jason Chambers plans to seek a special prosecutor to handle an intimidation case involving a County Board member. Read More

Joe Scarborough to deliver Eureka College commencement

Eureka College will welcome Joe Scarborough in May to deliver the commencement address. Read More

Second goat kid born at Miller Park Zoo

For the second time this month, one of the San Clemente Island Goats at Miller Park Zoo has given birth. Read More

Spring snow keeps farmers out of the fields

Spring is off to a cold, wet start, and that has put off much of whatever outdoor work Illinois farmers have wanted to do. Read More

Bloomington readies to hit CIRA sequestration back

As they work toward a finalized budget for fiscal year 2014, the City of Bloomington is turning its attention to Central Illinois Regional Airport. Read More

Voice Your Vote 2013: Ron Ulmer

One candidate for Normal Town Council wants to expand the cooperation between Bloomington and Normal's fire departments. Read More

Early spring snow helps offset dry winter in Central Illinois

It's rare for Bloomington-Normal to get this much snow this late in the season but it's not unheard of, according to National Weather Service Warning Coordination Meteorologist Chris Miller. Read More

State Sen. Bill Brady wants more federal prosecution of gun crimes

State Sen. Bill Brady wants federal authorities in northern Illinois to more "aggressively pursue'' prosecution of firearms offenses. Read More

Locust-Colton project delayed by storm

The Bloomington Public Works has announced that the latest portion of the Locust-Colton CSO (Combined Sewer Overflow) project will be delayed one day. Read More

Spring construction to begin on Central Illinois roads

It may not feel like spring, but the state is already planning for the spring and summer construction season. Read More