5 Central Illinois museums offer free admission to active military members

This summer, active military members can take advantage of free admission to more than 2,000 museums across the nation, thanks to the National Endowment for the Arts, Blue Star Families and Department Read More

Topinka encourages openness, inclusion in Republican Party

Illinois Republicans, their former party chairwoman says, must be more flexible and inclusive. Read More

Secretary of State White to honor Bloomington-Normal students

Secretary of State Jesse White will be coming to Bloomington next weekend to honor some honor roll students. Read More

Schock: Tax reform on hold amid IRS scancal

U.S. Rep. Aaron Schock (R-Peoria) said income tax reform is on hold while the Internal Revenue Service is re-evaluated. Read More

Special Olympics Summer Games underway

The Special Olympics Summer Games are back again at Illinois State University. Read More

Democrats to try again on Madigan's pension bill

Democratic leaders in the Illinois legislature have decided to try again to pass a pension-reform plan from House Speaker Michael Madigan. Read More

Normal Council to discuss Fire Department facilities

Officials in Normal estimate that so many repairs are needed at Fire Station 2 on Adelaide St. and Gregory St., that it will cost $1.8 million to renovate the building. Read More

Survey: Illinoisans want immigration reform

A Republican group is touting a survey that purports to show strong support for immigration reform. Read More

5 honored at McLean County Museum of History gala

In a room of 525 guests, five Bloomington-Normal residents were honored for their work as community leaders. Read More

Republican lawmakers propose college affordability plan

A group of Illinois House Republicans, including State Rep. Dan Brady has unveiled a package of legislation designed to make college more affordable for upper-middle-class Illinoisans. Read More