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Saturday, January 11th, 2025
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Good morning, Normal. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 11th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Snowfall in Central Illinois prompts early morning road clearing efforts by public works crews, with ongoing caution advised for drivers on residential streets. Central Illinois Proud
- ➤ Normal City Manager Pam Reece was honored with the Van Leer Legacy Award by the Immanuel Bible Foundation for her community service and leadership in Bloomington-Normal. WGLT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Six men were arrested in McLean County, Illinois, by the State Police, accused of attempting to meet minors for sexual acts following an undercover investigation. The Pantagraph
- ➤ A McLean County judge sentenced Richard Gaines to 59 years for sex crimes against a minor discovered during a bank robbery investigation. 25 News Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A former Connect Transit employee has filed a lawsuit alleging discrimination and wrongful termination related to health issues after pregnancy. 25 News Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Carle Health will mandate surgical masks for frontline employees in various departments from Jan. 13 to address peak respiratory season, with guidelines on visitors also updated. 25 News Now
SHOP NEWS
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Illinois Wesleyan University announced Jared Williamson as the new head coach for its football team, succeeding Norm Eash who retired after a long tenure. WGLT
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