Good morning, Normal.

Local nonprofits + churches are partnering to collect donations for 1,500 Thanksgiving meal boxes to help families celebrate the holiday.

Donors should check local drop-off centers for further details.

ISU professor + civil rights advocate Robert Sutherland died Thursday morning at age 88, leaving a legacy of 40 years with the county's Jail Review Committee and contributions to education and social justice in Bloomington-Normal.

He is survived by his wife Marilyn and two sons.

A self-guided tour of 10 mid-century modern homes, with a panel and art exhibit, will take place soon in Bloomington-Normal (check local listings for details).

Normal Community High School marked the 20th anniversary of its unbeaten 2006 state championship football team in a ceremony at the school auditorium — a tribute to the team's historic season.

Normal West High School teachers revisited the 25th anniversary of 9/11 on Friday by sharing personal stories and historical facts with students, linking past events to today’s issues (including rising racism).

The Illinois State University event will bring international experts to discuss connections between South Korea and central Illinois, exploring topics from trade to K-pop.

Scheduled for Sept. 16 at ISU’s Alumni Center (1101 N. Main St), it will highlight unique cultural and economic links.

McLean County launched its CodeRED alert system yesterday to send targeted notifications on weather, traffic and public health emergencies.

The new system divides the county into quadrants and allows local departments to quickly inform residents—especially during severe weather.