Daily
Normal
Tuesday, April 22nd, 2025
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Normal.
Good morning, Normal. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 22nd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Three Bloomington-Normal YMCA employees saved a man from a heart attack and were honored for their lifesaving action (at the local community center). The Pantagraph
- ➤ 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. WGLT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ 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. Cities 92.9
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ 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. WGLT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ 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. WGLT
SHOP NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR ACTIVE’s enzyme laundry booster is all-natural and fragrance-free. Instead of just masking odors, it uses bioactive ingredients to break down lingering smells for fresher clothes. The Buy
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Normal.
-
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.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
Eliminate Lingering Odors Naturally with ACTIVE Enzyme Laundry Booster
Unlike typical in-wash scent boosters, ACTIVE’s enzyme laundry detergent booster uses an all-natural, fragrance-free formula packed with bioactive ingredients to break down stubborn odors effectively. It tackles smells at the source, leaving your clothes fresh without added scents.
Alongside this booster, ACTIVE offers convenient laundry detergent sheets and a best-selling washing machine cleaner to keep your washer fresh and clean.
All these products are easy to find and purchase on Amazon.
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Normal.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Character is like a tree and reputation like its shadow.
~ Abraham Lincoln
About Daily Normal
Welcome to the Daily Normal, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Normal, Illinois community. If you like the Daily Normal, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Normal.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Normal and across Illinois. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Normal
A free Normal community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailynormalnews.com/sitemap