Durbin: Gun control debate isn't over despite failures in the Senate

Gun control supporters say the U.S. Senate's rejection of expanded background checks and other measures won't stop their drive to reduce firearms violence. Read More

Heavy rains raise flooding risk in Central Illinois

Central Illinois has gone from drought to flooding. Read More

Study input moves Bloomington Library toward expansion

The study is complete, the results are in, and the Bloomington Public Library is into the early stages of discussion involving a potential east-side branch. Read More

Crews battle house fire in Bloomington

At least one person has been injured in a house fire at 404 East Lafayette Street in Bloomington. Read More

UPDATE: Severe storms Thursday; Flood Warning for Mackinaw River

The Tornado Watch in effect all day on Wednesday has been cancelled, but heavy rains are expected overnight and into the day on Thursday. Read More

Illinois House approves use of medical marijuana

The Illinois House has approved the use of marijuana for medical purposes. Read More

ISU announces 4 finalists for president

Illinois State University has announced four finalists to be the school's president. Read More

GOP chairman Brady: Party critics are pushing old, failed ideas

Pat Brady is shrugging off yet another attempt to oust him as Illinois Republican Party Chairman. Read More

Illinois races considering security after Boston

The Boston Marathon bombing is forcing people who organize races in Illinois to consider security in ways they've never had to before. Read More

Heartland CC plans for 2014 budget struggles

The budget challenges that many schools and local governments have had to deal with are hitting Heartland Community College hard. Read More