ByAnna Claire Vollers As state and federal officials work to identify the source of the recent outbreak of the intestinal illness cyclosporiasis, Michigan health officials have identified lettuces or salad greens as one potential culprit. "Early information has shown lettuce as a common product that regularly come...

By WMBD TV NORMAL, Ill. (WMBD) - The Uptown Design Review Commission approved the designs for two new developments, Trail East and West. These designs were reviewed once before at the June 26 meeting, but were tabled so the developers could make changes. These changes were made, and designs for both were approved. &quo...

By BEN SZALINSKI Capitol News Illinois bszalinski@capitolnewsillinois.com Article Summary Gov. JB Pritzker signed 31 new laws on Friday. One includes a controversial measure that allows minors to receive birth control without a parent's consent. Others ban certain ingredients from cosmetics, prohibit school administ...

By WMBD TV PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) - Bradley University is making its largest investment in student housing in decades, unveiling plans for a $25 million Harper Hall renovation that leaders said will modernize campus living and enhance the student experience. Construction is expected to begin this fall, with the renovated ...

By BEN SZALINSKI Capitol News Illinois bszalinski@capitolnewsillinois.com Article Summary House Republicans filed a petition to create a special investigating committee into Rep. Carol Ammons' conduct that led to her indictment. Ammons was charged Wednesday with 10 felonies for her role in a scheme prosecutors say was...

By BEN SZALINSKI Capitol News Illinois bszalinski@capitolnewsillinois.com Article Summary After one House Democrat was indicted this week and another resigned amid an ethics investigation last week, House Republicans are calling for transparency and accountability. House Speaker Emanuel "Chris" Welch kicked ...

NORMAL, Ill (WMBD) - Normal Community High School star Gavin Swartz was drafted in the 11th round of the MLB Draft by the Colorado Rockies. Swartz was a two-way player in high school and did damage with his bat and arm. He batted .296, but his arm is what scouts were gushing over. Armed with a mid-90s fastball as well ...

By WMBD TV CHICAGO (WMBD) - The Chicago White Sox, with their 34th pick in the opening round of the MLB draft, selected Landon Thome, the son of Hall of Famer Jim Thome. The 18-year-old played for Nazareth Academy in La Grange Park. His dad, Jim, was an assistant coach for his team. Landon was named the 2026 Gatorade P...