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

Local schools, police agencies working on reporting agreement

The McLean County sheriff, school leaders and state's attorney's office have been working on a state mandated reciprocal reporting agreement for criminal activity of students. Read More

Davis, Schock not concerned with 13th District primary challenge

Lawyer and former beauty queen Erika Harold has put her hat into the ring to run against U.S. Rep. Rodney Davis (R-Taylorville) in the Republican primary. Read More

Emery: Concealed carry laws should be consistent

Governor Quinn hasn't said whether he'll signs the concealed carry bill that's on his desk. Read More

Bloomington officials at odds over media FOIA ruling

The City of Bloomington is moving slowly on releasing requested information and Mayor Tari Renner is upset. Read More

Sandage joins McLean County Sheriff race, endorsed by Emery

Another candidate is entering the race for McLean County Sheriff and he's bringing some special backup. Read More