Senate panel defeats House gun bill, advances stricter carry measure

The Illinois Senate Executive Committee defeated House legislation allowing the public possession of firearms and is approving a Democratic plan. Read More

Bloomington, McLean County offices cleanup after pipe burst

While many Central Illinoisans are trying to dry out after a soggy weekend, the same can be said for some local government offices. Read More

State Farm processes 3K homeowner claims, 7K auto claims in Okla.

State Farm has so far processed 3,000 homeowner claims and 7,000 auto claims from the tornado damage in Moore, Okla. Read More

Bloomington council ready to redefine dog attacks, penalties

The Bloomington City Council will examine a text amendment to an ordinance on defining dangerous and vicious dogs on Tuesday. Read More

Love is blind, financial planning is too for most couples

When managing a couple's finances, the best advice might be 'Trust but verify.' Read More

Rutherford: Memorial Day perfect time to retrieve lost war medals

The state of Illinois is holding more than 100 lost or forgotten military medals in its vaults under the capitol and is trying to return them to the families of veterans. Read More

Ecology Action Center to host Freecycle Free-For-All

Garage sale shoppers can leave their checkbooks at home. Read More

Beware of Oklahoma tornado charity scams

The attorney general’s office is urging Illinois residents who want to donate to charitable efforts to help the victims of the devastating tornado in Oklahoma to watch out for fundraising scams by con Read More

McLean County Health Department starts West Nile surveillance

The McLean County Health Department is warning residents to be careful now that's its warm enough for mosquitoes to breed and spread West Nile Virus. Read More

Home Sweet Home Ministries wins state recycling award

A local charity is taking home an award for its efforts in recycling. Read More