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

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