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From The Pantagraph, Telemundo Chicago and 15 more newsrooms, gathered by TMI, 6AM City’s local news service, in the last two days.

  1. The Pantagraph22 minutes ago

    McLean County proposes $150.4 million budget, expects tax rate to hit 20-year low

    McLean County's property tax rate could reach its lowest level in more than 20 years, even as its proposed budget grows to $150.4 million.

  2. Telemundo Chicago1 hour ago

    Identifican a adolescente fallecida en un tiroteo masivo cerca de Illinois Wesleyan

    Autoridades identificaron a Giana Dettloff, de 19 años, como la adolescente que murió en un tiroteo masivo. Conoce lo que se sabe.

  3. The Pantagraph1 hour ago

    Normal council to consider $863,729 expansion for Children’s Discovery Museum water exhibit

    Normal council members will consider an $863,729 construction contract Monday to expand the Children’s Discovery Museum, creating space for a larger water table exhibit expected to open in early 2028.

  4. The Pantagraph2 hours ago

    Normal council to review property tax levy, hold hearing on Raab Road TIF district

    Normal council members will consider a higher property tax levy with a lower estimated rate Monday and hold a public hearing on a proposed Raab Road tax increment financing district.

  5. RiverBender.com2 hours ago

    Calhoun, East St. Louis Host Football Playoff Showdowns

    East St. Louis and Hardin Calhoun host IHSA football playoff games, while Roxana, Highland, Cahokia and Triad travel in the second round.

  6. Central Illinois Proud3 hours ago

    Normal Police Department launches citizen survey

    The Normal Police Department has launched an anonymous community survey regarding its services and performance as part of an ongoing accreditation process.

  7. WGIL3 hours ago

    Violinist Jenny Scheinman brings a week of free jazz to Knox College and the Orpheum

    Students rehearse four of her compositions, and the public can join workshops Nov. 2-4 and a jam session at Smokin' Willies on Nov. 5.

  8. www.cities929.com5 hours ago

    Election Officials Demand WGLT Retract Article

    Kathy Michael, McLean County Clerk and Will Nesbitt, Executive Director of the Bloomington Elections Commissio...

  9. Peoria Journal Star5 hours ago

    Vote for Journal Star Boys Athlete of the Week for Oct. 26-31, presented by CEFCU

    Morton, Peoria Notre Dame and Pekin high school athletes are among those up for the Journal Star Boys Athlete of the Week for Oct. 26-31, presented by CEFCU.

  10. WGN-TV7 hours ago

    IHSA football playoffs: Second-round matchups set as top contenders continue on the road to Normal

    Here are the complete second-round brackets for the Illinois High School Association football playoffs, along with game times and locations, if they’ve been announced.

  11. Telemundo Chicago7 hours ago

    ¿Qué pasó en el mortal tiroteo cerca de Illinois Wesleyan? Aquí lo que se sabe

    Una joven de 19 años falleció y otras siete personas resultaron heridas.

  12. Centralia Sentinel8 hours ago

    Blue Angels have All-Region 24 runner

    Rylee Brammeier of Kaskaskia is an All-Region 24 selection in cross country.

  13. WJBD11 hours ago

    Salem Wrestlers Have Great Showing at Midwest Nationals

    If you want a preview of what the future of SCHS Wrestling looks like, just peek at the wreckage some of our a...

  14. WJBD11 hours ago

    KC Shows Well At Region Cross Country Meet…Brammeier All Region Performance

    The men and women KC cross country teams traveled to Normal, Illinois for the NJCAA Region 24 meet. Both teams were 3rd behind the Nationally ranked H...

  15. WGLT14 hours ago

    Voters could face delays if an old signature doesn't match

    Illinois is one of a handful of states that does not require photo ID verification at the polls. This begs the question: How do polling sites verify you are who you say? The answer is through signatures, either gotten through your original polling registration or updated through DMV records.

  16. WGLT14 hours ago

    Before Paris, there was Covell: Aviators restore Lindbergh crash marker for 100th anniversary

    A brick marker along Stringtown Road southwest of Bloomington was erected in 1977 by the Corn Belt Philatelic Society. Members of EAA Chapter 129, the Bloomington-Normal chapter of the Experimental Aircraft Association, are restoring it for the centennial.

  17. WGLT15 hours ago

    Consistency, trust are key to build a social media following in Bloomington-Normal

    WGLT spoke to four McLean County content creators about how much work they put in, and how much money they get out of it.

  18. CBS Chicago18 hours ago

    Woman killed, 7 hurt near Illinois Wesleyan University in Bloomington

    A 19-year-old woman died at the scene and another woman is in critical condition. Two recent Glenbard High School District 87 graduates were also among the victims.

  19. Telemundo Chicago22 hours ago

    Tiroteo deja a joven sin vida en Bloomington, Illinois

    Un joven de 19 años falleció y otras siete personas resultaron heridas en un tiroteo masivo ocurrido la mañana del domingo cerca del campus de la Universidad Illinois Wesleyan.

  20. WGLT23 hours ago

    NCAA Tournament remains 'north star' for Ryan Pedon and ISU men’s basketball

    The Illinois State men's basketball season opens a new season Monday with high expectations. The Redbirds visit Saint Mary's in California.

  21. Central Illinois Proud23 hours ago

    University of Illinois Extension event turns waste to compost

    The University of Illinois Extension is hosting a week-long pumpkin drop-off at Rader Family Farms following its fourth annual McLean County Pumpkin Smash event.

  22. The PantagraphYesterday

    Normal council to consider catering cash bars, fewer business permits

    Normal council members will consider business and liquor licensing changes Monday, including allowing catering cash bars, updating alcoholic beverage categories and eliminating specialized permits ahead of an online licensing launch.

  23. Telemundo ChicagoYesterday

    Tiroteo cerca de la Universidad Illinois Wesleyan deja una joven muerta y siete heridos

    Cuando los agentes llegaron, encontraron a varias personas con heridas de bala, entre ellas una mujer de 19 años, quien fue declarada muerta en el lugar.

  24. Herald-Review.comYesterday

    Rivian raises 2026 delivery forecast after record production at Normal plant

    Rivian raised its annual delivery forecast after record production in Normal, but the electric vehicle maker continued to report substantial losses and declined to provide additional details about local operations.

  25. The PantagraphYesterday

    Infiniti Pointe seeks renewed approval to begin first-phase foundations before winter

    Normal council members will consider renewing plat approval Monday for Infiniti Pointe’s first phase, which includes 60 residential units, as the developer seeks to begin building foundations before winter arrives.

  26. www.cities929.comYesterday

    Normal Police Launches Community Survey

    The Normal Police Department is seeking public input through a community survey as part of its ongoing accreditation process. The anonymous online survey runs from November 1 through December 1 and is part of the department’s accreditation through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies. Questions cover the department’s overall performance and professionalism, community

  27. The PantagraphYesterday

    Before his historic Atlantic flight, Charles Lindbergh fell from the skies over Central Illinois in 1926

    Before he became world famous, Charles Lindbergh parachuted into a McLean County farm on a snowy November night. A century later, his remarkable escape is remembered.

  28. Alton TelegraphYesterday

    Edwardsville football season ends with 28-14 loss to No. 1 Normal

    Edwardsville holds Normal Community to its lowest scoring output of the season but can't complete the comeback as the Tigers' season ends in the Class 7A playoffs.

  29. Peoria Journal StarYesterday

    Second-round playoff pairings: 2026 IHSA football brackets, schedule for Peoria-area teams

    The 2026 Illinois high school football playoffs second-round pairings are set for Peoria-area teams. See the entire IHSA bracket and schedule.

  30. The PantagraphYesterday

    Bloomington-Normal police defend growing drone programs amid surveillance questions

    Police drones can reach emergencies before officers arrive. But as Bloomington-Normal expands their use, privacy advocates are raising questions about surveillance and state law.

  31. The PantagraphYesterday

    Tough opponent awaits Illinois State basketball in season opener

    The Illinois State basketball team is wading directly into the deep waters of the season Monday when the Redbirds open with a nonconference game against Saint Mary's. The Redbirds are

  32. The PantagraphYesterday

    Looking for art, culture? See the latest Central Illinois exhibits

    Check out the latest exhibits and events Central Illinois museums, galleries and historic sites have to offer.

  33. WGEL RadioYesterday

    Weekend Football Scores

    Playoff Football Scores Friday Oct 30th Class 2A Johnston City 38 Carlinville 13 Newton 28 Chester 22 Class 4A Metamora 21 Breese Central 20 Centralia 49 Bethalto Civic Memorial 13

  34. Illinois TimesYesterday

    People’s Rally Against Hate at UIS

    The Party for Socialism and Liberation’s Central Illinois Chapter will host the People’s Rally Against Hate with the University of Illinois Springfield’s Black Student Union ahead of Election Day. The rally was created in response to occurrences of violence in the U.S., according to organizers. “It started with Nolan Wells and the failure of police […]

  35. The PantagraphYesterday

    Hershey Road paving work to begin Monday

    Asphalt binder work on Hershey Road in Bloomington is set to start Monday and continue through Friday, weather permitting. The road will stay open, but drivers should expect periodic intersection closures.

  36. RiverBender.comYesterday

    Normal Community Holds Off Edwardsville to Advance in IHSA Class 7A Football Playoffs

    Normal Community beat Edwardsville 28-14 in the IHSA Class 7A playoffs and will host Chicago Kenwood in the second round.

  37. ChambanaMoms.comYesterday

    Zoo Lights: Find them in Bloomington, Chicago, Indianapolis and Saint Louis

    Zoom over to area zoos for a memorable, magical holiday lights experience - within driving distance from Champaign-Urbana.

  38. The PantagraphYesterday

    McLean County Chamber of Commerce to present ag awards Nov. 19

    The McLean County Chamber of Commerce and GROWMARK will host the Agriculture Awards Dinner on Nov. 19 at Funk Farms Trust, honoring leaders in agriculture with awards for conservation, agribusiness and young farmers.

  39. The PantagraphYesterday

    Heyworth advances with dramatic finish

    Tri-Valley, Pontiac also win.

  40. The PantagraphYesterday

    Normal Community football doubles up Edwardsville to win playoff opener

    Ironmen stride to 10-0.