State Rep. Lang: Part of pension package unconstitutional

State Rep. Lou Lang (D-Skokie) said he doesn't support the latest pension reform package because he doesn't think one major portion is constitutional. Read More

McDade back on April ballot

A McLean County judge has overturned the Bloomington Election Commission's decision to throw Ward 5 Alderman Jennifer McDade off the April ballot. Read More

December 2012 highest grossing for Miller Park Zoo

Miller Park Zoo had a busy December. It was the highest revenue-grossing December ever. Read More

Illinois House committee Oks pension overhaul plan

An Illinois House committee has given the go-ahead to a long-awaited plan to address Illinois' pension crisis. Read More

Senators call for workforce diversity in gambling industry

A couple of Illinois senators used the occasion of Gaming Board confirmation hearings to rail about what they say is a lack of diversity in the gambling industry’s workforce. Read More

Sen. Brady: Gay marriage likely will pass if crafted properly

State Sen. Bill Brady, R-Bloomington, said it might only be a matter of time before the Illinois Legislature approves same-sex marriage. Read More

Overhaul slated for Northtown Road

Normal's Town Council Monday night will consider using $2.3 million in federal funds to make improvements to Northtown Road from Towanda to Linden. Read More

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