A woman was killed in a single-car crash that happened Monday night on eastbound Interstate 74 near the Goodfield exit.… MORE
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Bloomington man arrested for drugs and active warrant
By Neil Doyle BLOOMINGTON – A Bloomington man was arrested Sunday for an active McLean County warrant and drug charges. Bloomington Police say Michael D. Oates, 49, was arrested for an outstanding warrant (Driving While License Revoked). Police say Oates was driving through a hotel parking lot at 1905 W. Market around 3:45 p.m. Authorities say…… MORE
Central Illinois under a heat advisory Tuesday
By Neil Doyle LINCOLN – A heat advisory is in effect until 7 p.m. Tuesday for all of central and southeast Illinois, with widespread heat index values of 105 to 110 degrees. The National Weather Service in Lincoln says high temperatures Tuesday will be between 90 and 94 degrees. Heat Advisory in effect today for…… MORE
Illinois corn and soybean progress is above average
From USDA SPRINGFIELD – There were 6.2 days suitable for field work during the week ending August 08, 2021. Statewide, the average temperature was 72.3 degrees, 1.5 degrees below normal. Precipitation averaged 0.10 inches, 0.85 inches below normal. Topsoil moisture supply was rated 8 percent very short, 17 percent short, 70 percent adequate, and 5…… MORE
LCHD reports a “sharp increase” in COVID-19 cases; the county reports 83 new cases and one death
The Livingston County Health Department reports a “sharp increase in COVID-19” as the county reports 83 new cases and one death.… MORE
Man pleads guilty to Bloomington murder, prosecutors indicate killer’s aim was to steal victim’s video gambling winnings
A man from Normal has pleaded guilty to killing a Bloomington man who authorities say suffered more than 72 stab wounds.… MORE
IDHS working with restaurants in DeWitt County to accept food stamps
The Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) is looking for partners to launch a unique restaurant meal pilot program to provide meals through SNAP customers.… MORE
Bloomington Police Chief search narrowed down to two candidates
The search for a new Chief of Police in Bloomington is nearing an end as the selection committee has narrowed its choice to two finalists after a months-long search.… MORE
MCHD reports 113 new cases of COVID-19 and one death
The McLean County Health Department reports 113 new cases of COVID-19 and one additional COVID-related death since Friday.… MORE
Illinois gas prices slightly down over the week
By Neil Doyle BLOOMINGTON – Illinois gas prices are averaging $3.33 a gallon, which is down 2.7 cents compared to last week. According to GasBuddy, prices in the state are still up 5.7 cents compared to last month and $1.05 compared to this time last year. GasBuddy price reports show the cheapest station in Illinois is…… MORE
Blogs
Labor Day – Expanding voting rights for all
By Mike Matejka Because of COVID, there is no Labor Day Parade this year. It’s always a great event for our everyday workers to march proudly down the street and enjoys the festive crowd. If there had been a parade, this year’s Labor Day theme was to be “150 years of struggle: your right to vote.” …
Is federal mobilization the answer?
By Mike Matejka As President Donald Trump threatens to send federal marshals into Chicago, over the objections of Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker, recall another Illinois Governor who protested the incursion of armed federal personnel into the city. Those federal troops, rather than calming, escalated the situation, leading to deaths and violence. Illinois poet Vachel Lindsay…
In these troubled times, to my fellow white Americans
By Mike Matejka Our nation is at a unique watershed in human relations. African-Americans have been killed too many times in the past before George Floyd, but the response to this man’s death is international and all-encompassing. I was a grade-schooler during the Civil Rights 1960s. I watched Birmingham demonstrators hosed and the Selma – Montgomery…
Workers’ Memorial Day – Remember those whose job took their life
Looking around our community, when we say employer, most will respond to State Farm, Country, or Illinois State University. We too often forget those who are building our roads, serving our food, or our public employees. COVID-19 has made us more aware of the risk. Going to work every day for some people means…