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From WGLT, The Pantagraph and 15 more newsrooms, gathered by 6AM News, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.
WGLT2 hours ago
Normal West senior Lauralai Zink to share passion for hockey as ‘NHL Power Player’, on WGLTLauralai Zink is a volunteer with the Central Illinois Special Hockey Association in Bloomington. She serves as a coach for the Central Illinois Courage, a team of players 5 years and older with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
The Pantagraph3 hours ago
Normal holds public hearing on proposed 215-acre Business 51, West Raab Road TIF district, on The PantagraphNormal is considering a new tax increment financing district covering about 215 acres and 94 parcels near Business 51 and West Raab Road.
Effingham Radio4 hours ago
Marlene H. Baker, 88, on Effingham RadioMarlene H. Baker, age 88, of Eureka, Illinois, passed away peacefully Monday, November, 2, 2026, at The Loft Rehabilitation and Nursing in Eureka, Ill...
The Pantagraph8 hours ago
Live coverage: Clerk’s race, referendums on ballot as McLean County votes, on The PantagraphMcLean County voters are deciding the clerk’s race, congressional contests and local referendums, while students, residents and election judges at Illinois State University highlight civic duty and community participation Tuesday.
The Pantagraph9 hours ago
Bloomington resurfacing update for November 3, 2026, on The PantagraphIllinois, provides a November 3, 2026, update on FY26 and FY27 street resurfacing, detailing completed work and upcoming pavement striping.
WEEK 25 News Now10 hours ago
Heart of Illinois voters head to polls in 2026 midterm election, on WEEK 25 News NowPolls are open across Illinois for the 2026 midterm election.
The Pantagraph11 hours ago
Normal council approves changes to liquor and business licensing rules, on The PantagraphNormal is changing its liquor and business licensing rules, including provisions for catered cash bars, canned cocktails and specialized permits.
WEEK 25 News Now13 hours ago
Normal selects area contractor for major Children’s Discovery Museum project, on WEEK 25 News NowThe council Monday night unanimously approved the contract to enclose the space beneath the museum’s existing balcony and create more indoor space for a new water table exhibit.
The Pantagraph13 hours ago
Normal proposes $15.87 million property tax levy, but tax rate is expected to fall, on The PantagraphNormal wants to collect more in property taxes next year, but a growing tax base could mean a lower rate for property owners.
WRUL-FM14 hours ago
Local Sports Recap – November 3, 2026, on WRUL-FMWROY/WRUL Local Sports Recap There are a few area high school volleyball teams who will be in action tonight in the semifinal round of the IHSA Sectionals. 1A Crab Orchard Sectional, NCOE vs Waterloo Gibault Catholic Trico vs Egyptian 1A St. Elmo Sectional, Cisne vs
The Pantagraph19 hours ago
Normal advances $15.87 million tax levy, approves museum expansion contract, on The PantagraphNormal council members advanced a proposed tax levy, approved museum construction and licensing changes, renewed Infiniti Pointe’s subdivision approval, discussed housing proposals and held a hearing on a redevelopment district.
WEEK 25 News Now21 hours ago
Normal’s share of property taxes to fall slightly, say town officials, on WEEK 25 News NowThe town council voted with no objection on Monday to move forward on the proposed levy in which the government would collect almost $15.9 million next year.
WEEK 25 News Now22 hours ago
Town property taxes to decrease in Normal, on WEEK 25 News NowWGLT22 hours ago
Normal looks at loosening housing and business regulations, lowering town tax rate, on WGLTThe Normal Town Council on Monday heard a proposal for new rules to relax housing construction rules amid an ongoing housing shortage.
WGLT23 hours ago
Live Blog: McLean County residents share what drove them to vote in this midterm, on WGLTThe latest Election Day reporting from WGLT and our partners in Illinois Public Radio and the NPR Network, including results, watch parties and analysis.
WGLT23 hours ago
Election results: Congressional, statewide, and state legislative races, on WGLTThe latest election results from The Associated Press for congressional, statewide and state legislative races impacting McLean County.
Central Illinois Proud23 hours ago
CreatiVets program helps local veterans grow artistically, on Central Illinois ProudThe Creativets program provides veterans in the Twin Cities with an eight-week course to explore various art forms like ceramics and painting for artistic growth.
Central Illinois ProudYesterday
What to expect on the McLean County Ballot, on Central Illinois ProudThe Nov. 3 election in McLean County features several contests for county positions and various local and global referendums.
The PantagraphYesterday
McLean County proposes $150.4 million budget, expects tax rate to hit 20-year low, on The PantagraphMcLean County's property tax rate could reach its lowest level in more than 20 years, even as its proposed budget grows to $150.4 million.
Telemundo ChicagoYesterday
Tiroteo en fiesta de Halloween en Bloomington deja una joven muerta y ocho heridos, on Telemundo ChicagoLa víctima mortal fue identificada como Giana Dettloff, de 19 años, estudiante universitaria y porrista. Dos de las sobrevivientes que estaban en condición crítica han mostrado mejoría.
Telemundo ChicagoYesterday
Identifican a adolescente fallecida en un tiroteo masivo cerca de Illinois Wesleyan, on Telemundo ChicagoAutoridades identificaron a Giana Dettloff, de 19 años, como la adolescente que murió en un tiroteo masivo. Conoce lo que se sabe.
The PantagraphYesterday
Normal council to consider $863,729 expansion for Children’s Discovery Museum water exhibit, on The PantagraphNormal council members will consider an $863,729 construction contract Monday to expand the Children’s Discovery Museum, creating space for a larger water table exhibit expected to open in early 2028.
The PantagraphYesterday
Normal council to review property tax levy, hold hearing on Raab Road TIF district, on The PantagraphNormal council members will consider a higher property tax levy with a lower estimated rate Monday and hold a public hearing on a proposed Raab Road tax increment financing district.
RiverBender.comYesterday
Calhoun, East St. Louis Host Football Playoff Showdowns, on RiverBender.comEast St. Louis and Hardin Calhoun host IHSA football playoff games, while Roxana, Highland, Cahokia and Triad travel in the second round.
Central Illinois ProudYesterday
Normal Police Department launches citizen survey, on Central Illinois ProudThe Normal Police Department has launched an anonymous community survey regarding its services and performance as part of an ongoing accreditation process.
WGILYesterday
Violinist Jenny Scheinman brings a week of free jazz to Knox College and the Orpheum, on WGILStudents rehearse four of her compositions, and the public can join workshops Nov. 2-4 and a jam session at Smokin' Willies on Nov. 5.
www.cities929.comYesterday
Election Officials Demand WGLT Retract Article, on www.cities929.comKathy Michael, McLean County Clerk and Will Nesbitt, Executive Director of the Bloomington Elections Commissio...
Peoria Journal StarYesterday
Vote for Journal Star Boys Athlete of the Week for Oct. 26-31, presented by CEFCU, on Peoria Journal StarMorton, Peoria Notre Dame and Pekin high school athletes are among those up for the Journal Star Boys Athlete of the Week for Oct. 26-31, presented by CEFCU.
State FarmYesterday
Understanding the Issues in Illinois, on State FarmAuto Insurance Rates in Illinois: Expected Future Costs Versus Past Financial ResultsAt State Farm, we understand that the price of insurance matters to our customers, especially as families continue to manage rising household expenses. We also recognize that an auto insurance rate increase may be frustrating or confusing, particularly after rec...
WGN-TVYesterday
IHSA football playoffs: Second-round matchups set as top contenders continue on the road to Normal, on WGN-TVHere are the complete second-round brackets for the Illinois High School Association football playoffs, along with game times and locations, if they’ve been announced.
Telemundo ChicagoYesterday
¿Qué pasó en el mortal tiroteo cerca de Illinois Wesleyan? Aquí lo que se sabe, on Telemundo ChicagoUna joven de 19 años falleció y otras siete personas resultaron heridas.
Centralia SentinelYesterday
Blue Angels have All-Region 24 runner, on Centralia SentinelRylee Brammeier of Kaskaskia is an All-Region 24 selection in cross country.
WJBDYesterday
Salem Wrestlers Have Great Showing at Midwest Nationals, on WJBDIf you want a preview of what the future of SCHS Wrestling looks like, just peek at the wreckage some of our a...
WJBDYesterday
KC Shows Well At Region Cross Country Meet…Brammeier All Region Performance, on WJBDThe men and women KC cross country teams traveled to Normal, Illinois for the NJCAA Region 24 meet. Both teams were 3rd behind the Nationally ranked H...
WGLTYesterday
Voters could face delays if an old signature doesn't match, on WGLTIllinois is one of a handful of states that does not require photo ID verification at the polls. This begs the question: How do polling sites verify you are who you say? The answer is through signatures, either gotten through your original polling registration or updated through DMV records.
WGLTYesterday
Before Paris, there was Covell: Aviators restore Lindbergh crash marker for 100th anniversary, on WGLTA brick marker along Stringtown Road southwest of Bloomington was erected in 1977 by the Corn Belt Philatelic Society. Members of EAA Chapter 129, the Bloomington-Normal chapter of the Experimental Aircraft Association, are restoring it for the centennial.
WGLTYesterday
Consistency, trust are key to build a social media following in Bloomington-Normal, on WGLTWGLT spoke to four McLean County content creators about how much work they put in, and how much money they get out of it.
Herald-Review.comYesterday
President Tarhule addresses Bloomington tragedy, on Herald-Review.comPresident Tarhule addresses a fatal Bloomington incident, expresses sympathy, and outlines campus safety resources and counseling support for the ISU community.
CBS ChicagoNov. 1
Woman killed, 7 hurt near Illinois Wesleyan University in Bloomington, on CBS ChicagoA 19-year-old woman died at the scene and another woman is in critical condition. Two recent Glenbard High School District 87 graduates were also among the victims.
In brief
The short notes of Daily Normal’s last two editions. Open one to read it, with its sources.
Tax levyNormal's town council voted with no objection Monday to move forward on a proposed levy of almost $15.9 million.
Normal's town council voted with no objection Monday to move forward on a proposed levy of almost $15.9 million. Town leaders said owners of a home worth $280,000 to $290,000 would pay around $54 less next year, because an anticipated 13.5% rise in property values would lower the rate.
News Notes · Today’s editionSource: WEEK 25 News Now
MuseumNormal's council approved a museum expansion contract Monday night.
Normal's council approved a museum expansion contract Monday night. The proposal on its agenda was $863,729 to turn space beneath the Children's Discovery Museum's outdoor balcony into an enclosed exhibit area with a larger water table.
News Notes · Today’s editionSources: The Pantagraph, The Pantagraph
HousingThe Normal Town Council heard a proposal Monday to loosen rules on non-conforming housing and accessory dwelling units, or ADUs, amid the housing shortage.
The Normal Town Council heard a proposal Monday to loosen rules on non-conforming housing and accessory dwelling units, or ADUs, amid the housing shortage. Under current rules, non-conforming housing can't be rebuilt after major damage and can't be enlarged.
News Notes · Today’s editionSource: WGLT
HoopsRyan Pedon's fifth season as ISU men's basketball coach was set to open Monday night at Saint Mary's.
Ryan Pedon's fifth season as ISU men's basketball coach was set to open Monday night at Saint Mary's. His teams won 11 games in 2023 and 23 last season, with a trip to the NIT Final Four, and the goal is to end a 28-season NCAA Tournament drought.
News Notes · Today’s editionSource: WGLT
VeteransThe CreatiVets program gives Twin Cities veterans an eight-week course in ceramics, painting and more, and it's this week's CI Hero.
The CreatiVets program gives Twin Cities veterans an eight-week course in ceramics, painting and more, and it's this week's CI Hero. Army veteran Tiffany Benson, who has a traumatic brain injury, said it has been a big help to her.
News Notes · Today’s editionSource: Central Illinois Proud