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2 still hospitalized in Bloomington mass shooting that left 1 dead, 8 injured

BLOOMINGTON, Ill. (WICS/WRSP) - Two people are still hospitalized following a mass shooting at a Bloomington Halloween party that left one person dead and eight others injured. No one is in custody in connection with the shooting that left 19-year-old North Central College student and cheerleader Giana Dettloff dead. The...

Bloomington, IL · 2d
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WCIA

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Rantoul Mayor provides statement on Village Administrator’s dismissal

RANTOUL, Ill. (WCIA) — The Village President of Rantoul is speaking out about his decision to relieve the village administrator of his duties. WCIA reported earlier this week that Scott Eisenhauer said he was dismissed “without reason or explanation given.” Two days after the story broke, Village President Samuel Hall released a statement to address […]

Rantoul, IL · 2d

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Mayor Koos says there's been a 'lot of chatter' but no active interest in granny flats in Normal

Mayor Chris Koos said he expects the Town of Normal will have new zoning rules in place by the end of the year to help address the housing shortage, though proposals are not likely to significantly expand the housing supply. One proposal would allow for accessory dwelling units [ADUs] known...

Normal, IL · 2d
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WMBD/WYZZ

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Bloomington Police Chief address Illinois Wesleyan after deadly shooting

Bloomington Police Chief Jamal Simington addressed the Illinois Wesleyan University community to reassure them of campus safety and emphasize the ongoing investigation into the November 1 mass shooting.

Bloomington, IL · 13h

Daily Illini

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Saturday night shooting leads to ongoing investigation

The Champaign Police Department is still investigating a shooting that occurred Saturday night, which prompted several Illini-Alerts. According to CPD, in an email written to The Daily Illini, no injuries were reported in the incident, and as of Friday morning, no arrests have been made. The initial alert was sent...

Champaign County, IL · 2d

WMBD/WYZZ

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BPD continues search for Bloomington shooter, nearly a week after one was killed

Bloomington police are continuing their search for the suspect responsible for a fatal November 1st shooting that left one woman dead and eight others injured at a Halloween party.

Bloomington, IL · 1d

Daily Leader

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Pontiac home for sale has hardwood floors and original woodwork

Address: 711 N. Mill St., Pontiac Property description: This three-bedroom, one-bathroom bungalow built in 1934 has hardwood floors, original woodwork and built-in cabinetry. It has 1,318 square feet of living space. The formal dining room includes a buffet. The living room has an electric fireplace and custom shelving. There is additional space on the second level with a partially finished walk-up attic; a full, unfinished basement; a screened-in front porch; and a covered back deck. Outside, there is a concrete driveway and a pergola. The seller is providing a home warranty. Asking price: $164,500 Listing agent: Lisa Martin, Panno Realty, 815-674-4007 About this series Each week, we feature a unique property for sale in the area. Have a property you'd like to see featured? Email newsroom@pontiacdailyleader.com and put "on the market" in the subject line. Kathi Edwards is a freelance contributor to the Pontiac Daily Leader. This article originally appeared on Pontiac Daily Leader: Pontiac home for sale has hardwood floors and original woodwork

Pontiac, IL · 3d

WMBD/WYZZ

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Normal police officer retires after 27 years of service

The Normal Police Department announced the retirement of Officer Ryan Ritter after more than 27 years of service.

Normal, IL · 1d

WCIA

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Champaign Co. Drug Court graduates celebrate new beginnings

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) – According to the American Addiction Centers, more than 40 million people battled a substance use disorder in 2024. On Wednesday in Champaign County, families and friends celebrated graduates of a program designed for people looking to turn their lives around.   Joseph Calvert, one of the Champaign County Drug Court graduates, […]

Champaign County, IL · 2d

High School On SI

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Illinois High School Football Final Scores - November 6

Check out the final scores from Friday night's Illinois high school football action across the Prairie State

Normal, IL · 1d

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Illinois Man Gets 13 Years for Fiery Crash That Killed Columbia Woman, 70

An Illinois man has been sentenced to 13 years after a 2024 crash on the Highway 54 bypass near Mexico, Missouri, killed a 70-year-old Columbia woman and sent both vehicles up in flames. Tyler W. Herman, of Bloomington, Illinois, was driving while intoxicated when his pickup truck slammed into an SUV driven by Mary L. Piper, authorities say.

Mexico, MO · 2d

takingthekids.com

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6 Illinois Pizza Joints Where Tavern-Cut Squares Have Fed Families For Over 50 Years

Tavern-style pizza has its own official holiday now. It lands every October 22, and I love that a thin, crunchy pie earned a spot on the calendar. The squares came first for a practical reason. Early tavern pizza was handed out as a free snack, cut small so folks could eat with one hand.

Chicago, IL · 1d

Seattle ON Tap

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Jerry Kaminski Threw 5 TDs, Ran For Another, And No. 9 Illinois State Had NO ANSWERS

Seattle Seahawks logo on gradient background - Created by the Sports On Tap desk | Source : Sports On Tap (team logos property of their respective owners) Jerry Kaminski absolutely torched Illinois State on Saturday, throwing five touchdown passes and adding another score on the ground as North Dakota obliterated the No. 9 ranked team […]

Normal, IL · 12h

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City manager says Bloomington paid 'a lot of money' settling police misconduct allegations. It would have been pricier to fight it

The City of Bloomington’s settlement agreement with two DoorDash drivers who alleged police misconduct in a lawsuit was for a peculiar amount of money. WGLT previously reported the city gave $25,000 to each of the two plaintiffs, but we rounded up. The agreement more precisely awards the men $24,999.99...

Bloomington, IL · 1d

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Business spotlight: Hensy's Hot Dogs

Hensy’s Hot Dogs is a new independently owned business in the Bloomington area. The food truck opened on Oct. 24. Hensy’s Hot Dogs owner Tyler Henson is the food truck’s sole worker. It took Henson a little over a year to set up and prepare the hot dog truck, ensuring it was ready for business.

Bloomington, IL · 12h

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Former Chiddix Junior High teacher likely to take a plea deal in first of two grooming cases

The first of two men who taught at Chiddix Junior High and were charged with misconduct with minors appears set to take a plea deal. Prosecutors said they've reached a tentative agreement with former Chiddix teacher Brandon Knapp, 44, during a hearing Thursday in McLean County court. That's after a previously scheduled trial date was taken off the calendar.

Mclean County, IL · 2d

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New state law on e-bikes and scooters will take time to adjust to

A new state law placing stricter definitions and rules on micromobility devices will likely take time to adjust to in Bloomington-Normal, according to law enforcement and hobbyists in the Twin Cities. Starting Jan. 1, 2027, new micromobility legislation will take effect, adding new regulations and clarifying definitions surrounding devices better...

Normal, IL · 17h

The Center Square

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Illinois Quick Hits: State offers taxpayer-funded housing development training

(The Center Square) – The Illinois Housing Development Authority and Corporation for Supportive Housing announced on Thursday that development teams across Illinois may now apply for the 2027 Supportive Housing Institute, an accelerated training and technical assistance program designed to equip teams with the expertise to successfully develop and finance affordable housing with support services. IHDA has committed more than $122.5 million in financing to 16 of the 47 teams that completed the Supportive Housing Institute, with additional proposals still advancing. Interested developers can register for a webinar scheduled Nov. 19 at 10 a.m. Applications will be accepted until Jan. 29 for the institute program that begins in March. Illinois is 41st on list of best states for community college A recent report ranks Illinois 41st out of the 48 contiguous U.S. states for community college affordability, student success and state support. Lesson Maker Pro placed Florida first, followed by Connecticut and Nevada. The analysis gave the greatest weight to annual living costs relative to median earnings, followed by tuition and graduation rates. The highest-ranked Midwest state was Wisconsin at #10. Bloomington shooting update: 2 still hospitalized, no suspect in custody Two victims remain hospitalized in stable condition after a

Illinois · 1d

WMBD/WYZZ

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Scammers target families of those jailed in McLean County

The McLean County Sheriff's Office warned residents about scammers impersonating jail employees to demand payments from the families of recently arrested individuals.

Mclean County, IL · 2d

WCIA

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Rantoul voters approve cannabis dispensaries in the village

RANTOUL, Ill. (WCIA) – Rantoul voters have spoken, and the village can now have a cannabis dispensary in its community.  In Tuesday’s election, more than 56 percent of voters said yes to cannabis businesses opening their doors and ultimately helping boost the local economy.  Board of trustees member Terry Workman said the board can still […]

Rantoul, IL · 1d