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Dozens of people “stepped up” for survivors at the Final Steps Awareness Walk in McLean County
BLOOMINGTON (25News Now) -The Final Steps Awareness Walk was on Saturday and was hosted by the advocacy group, Young Women’s Christian Association (YWCA) of McLean County. From 10 a.m. to noon, survivors, advocates, and community members took a peaceful and accessible walk around the pond at Miller Park in Bloomington.
R.R. Donnelly closing its Clinton facility June 1
CLINTON — Unofficial sources have confirmed for the Clinton Journal the R.R. Donnelly company plans to close it’s Clinton facility June 1. The closure will idle dozens of employees. The company, which started business in the 1950s as Wallace Press, has remained one of Clinton’s major employers for...
Bloomington resident receives governor’s award
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. (WMBD) –On Thursday, Joe Wilson was recognized as the “Outstanding Senior Volunteer” for the Illinois North Central Region. He received this recognition at the 14th Annual Governor’s Volunteer Service Awards. According to his nomination, Wilson retired after a lifetime as a construction worker with...
Fire forces evacuation of Rivian plant
A fire at the Rivian plant in Normal forced the evacuation of the plant for an hour and a half Thursday morning. The fire happened under a section of conveyor that moves vehicle chassis down the assembly line on the western side of the building, said the Normal Fire Department.
A local Jack and Jill of America chapter wants to make sure that every child has the skills they need to swim well and safely
MCLEAN COUNTY (25News Now) -With summer break right around the corner, many kids and families are planning to head to the pool!. More than 100 kids took part in the Bloomington-Normal Chapter’s Jack and Jill’s Swim Water Safety Event Saturday at the YMCA in McLean County. According to...
Normal Police report a notable rise in crime, crashes in 2023
Crime reports jumped 24% in Normal last year. According to the department’s annual report posted online, assault and battery incidents were up 29%, thefts rose 33%, and car burglaries jumped 53%. Drug offenses increased 32% while sexual assaults, firearms and weapons offenses also increased but at lower rates. Police...
Connect Transit adjusting routes out of downtown Bloomington for the summer
Starting Monday, Bloomington-Normal's public transit service will adopt a long-term detour to avoid going into the heart of downtown Bloomington. Connect Transit said in a news release the rerouting is in anticipation of frequent road closures as outdoor dining and events ramp up in the summer. Starting Monday, the following...
Students for Justice in Palestine hold solidarity rally
Students for Justice in Palestine held a solidarity rally at 1 p.m. Friday at Schroeder Plaza in support of Palestine in its ongoing war with Israel. Students gathered to share their support and concerns for those affected by the war. Steven Lazaroff, a member of Students for Justice in Palestine,...
Bloomington Optimist Club Honors Local Police Officer and Civilian Staff Member for Exceptional Service
The Bloomington Optimist Club recently announced their picks for the 2024 Respect for Law Officer of the Year and Civilian Staff Member of the Year awards, shining a light on those who have demonstrated unwavering commitment and respect in the line of duty. This year's accolades went to BPD Officer Andy Plant and Civilian Staff Member Michelle Martinsen for their exceptional service, according to the City of Bloomington.
INtegRIty Counseling: 10 years serving the uninsured and underinsured
BLOOMINGTON, Ill. (WMBD) — On April 1, INtegRIty Counseling celebrated 10 years of business. Luella and Don Mahannah co-founded the non-profit. INtegRIty offers pay-what-you-can counseling sessions. From the front desk to the counselors, INtegRIty operates with volunteers. “Don and I are still full-time volunteers. So, we have been kind...
Former Illinois forward sticking around Big Ten for final season
Former Illinois forward Luke Goode announced Friday that he is transferring to Indiana, remaining in the Big Ten for his final season of eligibility. Goode entered the portal on Monday, quickly finding a new home in Bloomington. The 6-foot-7, 210-pound athlete is from Fort Wayne, Indiana, and he’ll now get...
From Vintage Trucks to High-Tech Heroes, Bloomington Firefighters Keep Community Flame with Modern Machinery
The Bloomington Fire Department’s fire-fighting capabilities have seen monumental advancements over the years, trading in old workhorses for high-powered, modern machinery capable of tackling blazes with far greater efficiency. A look back at the department's history shows a 1946 Ford truck as one of its earliest fire-fighting assets, equipped with a 250 gallons per minute pump and a 500-gallon water tank, as highlighted in a recent article posted on the city's official website.
Red Carpet Corridor features an array of scenic stops from Joliet to Bloomington-Normal
For the 17th time, travelers along Route 66 between Joliet and Bloomington-Normal will be able to make stops in a number of communities and check out what events are being held during the Red Carpet Corridor event. Among the stops for road warriors will be able at Dwight, Odell, Pontiac,...
'We're still open': PATH steps away from regional role leading homeless services
PATH Crisis Center in Bloomington is “stepping away” from its role leading a regional homeless services program called the Central Illinois Continuum of Care [CICoC], the nonprofit’s interim CEO and executive director told WGLT. The program is run by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development...
ISU men's basketball lands commitment from Division II transfer Caden Boser
Valdosta State transfer Caden Boser announced his commitment to Illinois State men's basketball on Saturday via X, formerly Twitter. The 6-foot-8, 225-pound stretch forward averaged 12.5 points per game over two seasons sat the Division II university located in Valdosta, Georgia. In his time with the Blazers, Boser shot 41.6% from 3-point range. Playing 28.6 minutes per game, Boser averaged 4.5 rebounds and 1.7 assists.
What the Illinois Grocery Initiative means for Uptown Normal
The Illinois Grocery Initiative (IGA), a program launched by the Illinois government, addresses food deserts in the state by providing grants to areas and business owners interested in establishing sustainable grocery options. The initiative seeks to overcome the challenges that individuals in Illinois face when trying to navigate and access...
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