Normal council to mull grocery study, more trail projects

The Normal Town Council has a full agenda Monday night, including a presentation on the grocery feasibility study in Uptown and a report on the progress of the bike plan. Read More

Bloomington neighborhood town halls open the idea bank

Whether you agree with the direction the new city administration is taking or not in Bloomington, you can't complain you haven't had a say. Read More

Unit 5 watching east side residential management

A proposal for new apartments on Ekstam Drive in Bloomington is heading back to the Zoning Board of Appeals, but the Unit 5 school district is paying attention to the status of housing on the city Read More

The myth of the only child

Lauren Sandler says only children have been maligned by misconceptions they are selfish, lonely or introverted... Read More

Ameren Illinois offers tips for energy efficiency

With temperatures on the rise, many Twin Cities residents are turning to their air-conditioners for relief. Read More

Lydia's Place puts 'care' into hair care for abuse victims

Clients of one Bloomington hair stylist are getting more than just a new 'do,' they are getting a renewed sense of self. Read More

5 Central Illinois museums offer free admission to active military members

This summer, active military members can take advantage of free admission to more than 2,000 museums across the nation, thanks to the National Endowment for the Arts, Blue Star Families and Department Read More

Topinka encourages openness, inclusion in Republican Party

Illinois Republicans, their former party chairwoman says, must be more flexible and inclusive. Read More

Secretary of State White to honor Bloomington-Normal students

Secretary of State Jesse White will be coming to Bloomington next weekend to honor some honor roll students. Read More

Schock: Tax reform on hold amid IRS scancal

U.S. Rep. Aaron Schock (R-Peoria) said income tax reform is on hold while the Internal Revenue Service is re-evaluated. Read More