Illinois reports 64-day wait for FOID card

State officials say there is a more than 60-day wait for an Illinois Firearm Owner's Identification card. Read More

Rep. Lang: 'Going to pass' medical pot bill

State Rep. Lou Lang said Tuesday his medical marijuana bill is close to having enough support to pass in the House. Read More

Special meeting set for CIRA control tower decision

The Bloomington-Normal Airport Authority will hold a special board meeting on Thursday to potentially act on the issues related to the elimination of the Central Illinois Regional Airport's air t Read More

Evening of Stars headliner Amy Grant feels like a 'kid in a candy shop'

Singer-songwriter Amy Grant hopes people will "give by example" at the American Red Cross of the Heartland's upcoming Evening of Stars event. Read More

Bradley: Supreme Court might render split decision on gay marriage

The U.S. Supreme Court is in the middle of two-days of arguments concerning gay marriage. Read More

Dog dies in southwest Bloomington fire

One dog died in a house fire Tuesday afternoon at 1205 Livingston Street in southwest Bloomington. Read More

Man charged with trying to blackmail McLean Co. Board member

McLean County State's Attorney Jason Chambers plans to seek a special prosecutor to handle an intimidation case involving a County Board member. Read More

Durbin: Quinn's reelection fate could be tied to pension reform

U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin, D-Ill., questions whether Gov. Pat Quinn can get reelected unless the pension problem is solved. Read More

Spring snow keeps farmers out of the fields

Spring is off to a cold, wet start, and that has put off much of whatever outdoor work Illinois farmers have wanted to do. Read More

Bloomington readies to hit CIRA sequestration back

As they work toward a finalized budget for fiscal year 2014, the City of Bloomington is turning its attention to Central Illinois Regional Airport. Read More