First day of testimony wraps in Gharrett murder trial

The trial of a Chenoa man accused of killing a three-year-old girl in 2011 is underway. Read More

Man charged in murders insisted he's no killer

The man charged with killing five members of a Logan County family with a tire iron told investigators in one interview that he was no killer. Read More

ISU's Friedman steps down from AD post; Lyons to take over

Gary Friedman's two-year reign as Illinois State University's athletic director is over. Friedman announced today that he will resign effective June 30. Read More

Donated grocery bags aid letter carrier drive

Local letter carriers had to do some heavy lifting to do as Bloomington-Normal residents nearly doubled their food donations this year. Read More

Dr. Wieland: Medical marijuana has become political issue

Doctor John Wieland is wary of prescribing marijuana to patients with certain medical conditions, according to a plan state lawmakers are considering. Read More

Downtown plan returns in Renner's 1st Bloomington council meeting

The first meeting of a new Bloomington City Council has its new mayor looking at changes - both to the style of meetings and to the city. Read More

Busey launches Think Pink social media campaign

First is was to collect food, now Busey Bank is using social media to help fight breast cancer. Read More

Registration opens for Girl Scout summer camps

Girls looking for something to do this summer can consider camps through the Girl Scouts of Central Illinois. Read More

Religion in the News, May 12, 2013

Calvary United Methodist Church, located at 1700 N. Towanda, is officially unveiling a 21,000-square-foot expansion.. Read More

Military mom on leave surprises son at ISU graduation [VIDEO]

Many parents were proud to see their children get their college degree this weekend, but a Central Illinois mom traveled across the globe to show her pride. Read More