Good morning, Normal.

The Multicultural Leadership Program graduation for the Class of 2025 will be held—today at 6:30 p.m.—in the Brown Ballroom at Illinois State University's Bone Student Center.

State senators voted 55-0 on April 11th to ban carbon capture near the Mahomet Aquifer—protecting the sole water source for nearly one million people.

The bill now awaits a vote in the Illinois House—where lawmakers will review safety measures before new projects begin.

State Sen. Chapin Rose introduced Senate Bill 211— a measure that would require officials to reveal the names of close family members working together in local government to help voters see potential conflicts of interest.

The bill is now under review in an ethics subcommittee as a step toward more transparent local governance.

Nonprofit Lifelong Access held its first Autism Awareness Expo on April 10th at its Normal location.

Volunteers—along with community organizations and visitors—brought new resources and a hopeful message for better autism support in the area.

Urban Equity Properties is working on a $68m plan to change the old State Farm building in downtown Bloomington into 183 new apartments, shops, and a restaurant on the 13th floor.

The plan will be shown to city council on Monday—if approved, it may add more homes and boost local business.

Rivian 5K Charity Run

10:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. — Heartland Community College — Entry fee required — Participate in a fun run supporting local nonprofits with refreshments and an after party.

Children's Day/Book Day Celebration

2-4 p.m. — Illinois Art Station — Free entry — Celebrate reading with engaging activities for children and families.

Unit 5K Fun Run

2 PM — Maxwell Park — Registration fee required — Participate in the 4th Annual Unit 5K to support local education initiatives.