Lawmaker optimistic on pensions deal

A lawmaker at the heart of pension talks says the time is winding down for lawmakers to address Illinois' approximately $96 billion in unfunded liability. Read More

YouthBuild McLean County expands recruiting beyond Unit 5

A program that offers vocational training to high school dropouts and students who are at-risk is expanding its reach in Bloomington. Read More

Gas report shows local Jan. prices best in state

The price of gasoline continues to fall in McLean County. Read More

Rebecca Pidgeon takes on songwriting role

Singer-songwriter and actress Rebecca Pidgeon has collaborated with husband David Mamet on her new album "Slingshot"... Read More

More electronics being recycled in B-N

More McLean County residents are recycling electronics. Read More

New radon laws for day care, new construction

Two news laws have taken effect in Illinois are intended to prevent the spread of radon. Read More

Migration report: Illinoisans want to be ex-Illinoisans

More people are moving out of Illinois than are moving in, at least among those who hire professional movers and are moving within the country, according to the annual United Van Lines report on domes Read More

Guns N Hoses brings out fans, funds for Special Olympics

The sixth annual Guns N Hoses hockey game between the Bloomington Police and Fire Departments hit the ice on Saturday. Read More

Pension study: No guarantees for new teachers

As members of the Illinois General Assembly look back at a lame duck session that included discussions of changing the state’s pension systems, the Illinois auditor general’s office is out with an Read More

Quinn: Madigan to hold off on pension shift to schools

A hurdle has been removed in the quest for public pension reform. Read More