Good morning, Normal.

Three Bloomington-Normal YMCA employees saved a man from a heart attack and were honored for their lifesaving action (at the local community center).

Three Bloomington-Normal YMCA employees were honored yesterday with National Lifesaving Awards from the American Red Cross and a letter of recognition from the fire department for quickly saving a gym member who collapsed on a rowing machine on Dec.

26 last winter. They performed CPR and used an AED—helping restore his pulse—before he was taken for treatment and began cardiac rehab.

A jury began deliberations in a bribery case against Illinois Sen. Emil Jones III—he was indicted in September 2022 for bribery and lying while still winning re-election—while the state, Cook County and Chicago must file their views on federal migrant sanctuary rules by Tuesday.

In another incident, police stopped a truck on Interstate 74 near LeRoy and found 234 pounds of cocaine in four containers, which is believed to be the largest seizure in McLean County.

A new GOP disclosure report left out a $28,000 transfer to former Normal mayoral candidate Kathleen Lorenz, which has spurred a State Board of Elections complaint alleging campaign finance violations.

A hearing will be held on April 30 to review the case and determine if penalties are needed.

Central Illinois health providers say ketamine injections help lessen severe depression and anxiety, but only a few clinics offer the treatment because costs and insurance rules limit access.

Patients like Marie, treated at Genesys Infusion Center in Bloomington-Normal, see quick relief & travel from nearby areas for this last-resort care.

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.

Monarch Butterfly Paint Nite

6:30-8:30 p.m. — BloNo Pizza Co. — Cost of supplies included — Unleash your inner artist while enjoying pizza and drinks in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere.