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Cumulus cuts two more hosts at Bloomington radio stations

Another round of layoffs at Cumulus Media has further gutted two Bloomington radio stations. Scott Miller, the longtime morning host at news-talk station WJBC, posted a farewell video on Facebook on Thursday. Faith Rinker, the morning host on country station B104 and also host on the Top 40 station WBNQ, posted on Facebook that she had also been let go. Both said their positions were eliminated.

Bloomington, IL · 20h
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Cali Kruer Signs With Illinois State Gymnastics

NORMAL, Ill. – Illinois State gymnastics head coach Cassandra Ringers has announced the signing of Cali Kruer (New Albany, Indiana) to the 2027-28 roster. Cali Kruer / New Albany, Indiana / New Albany HS / Southern Indiana Gymnastics Sportsplex. • Has recorded high scores of 9.70 on balance beam,...

Normal, IL · 1d
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McLean County Board approves $150 million budget, lowers tax rate

The McLean County Board on Thursday approved a $150 million budget, increasing spending by $5.9 million but lowering the property tax rate for the third time in three years. The budget will lower the county’s property tax rate to its lowest level in 20 years, largely due to a 6.72% increase in the county’s equalized assessed valuation. The tax rate will drop from $0.83 to $0.81 per $100 assessed valuation, amounting to a decrease of $15.86 for the owner of a $255,000 home. However, because of the increases in valuation, some homeowners may not see a decrease in their actual county tax bill.

Mclean County, IL · 16h
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Investors funding developments in parts of northwest Normal, Uptown and Downtown Bloomington will get a tax break starting in 2027

It’s expensive to build right now and while there are multiple reasons why, cost continues to be one of the biggest hurdles to overcome. Bloomington-Normal’s Economic Development Council [EDC] is hopeful a new federal program giving tax breaks to investors will be yet another incentive to get developers building.

Normal, IL · 1d
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Retiring probation officer Charlene Beringer helped people in McLean County's criminal justice system feel special

Before McLean County had its own juvenile detention center, young people detained by the county stayed in a designated hallway of the county jail. “It was very stark, it’s very different from what we have today,” said Charlene Beringer, who began working in McLean County’s justice system in 1987.

Mclean County, IL · 3d

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I-57, I-74 interchange expected to reopen as holiday season approaches

CHAMPAIGN COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) — Interstate 57 and 74 interchange reconstruction is coming close to being finished, and officials said all lanes of I-74 could be fully open as early as this Friday. The project broke ground in 2021, but officials with the Illinois Department of Transportation said they are nearing the finish line. Jason […]

Champaign County, IL · 19h

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Bloomington-Normal Jaycees trim the 2026 holiday parade route, skipping Normal

The annual Bloomington-Normal Jaycees Holiday Parade is aiming to make participation easier by shortening the route for its 96th year. The parade used to go from Kingsley Junior High School to Downtown Bloomington, travelling through Bloomington and Normal for two and a half miles. Now, the parade will go from...

Bloomington, IL · 1d

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2 Bloomington schools are meeting in one building

BLOOMINGTON (25News Now) - In February 2024, District 87 purchased the former OAB building from State Farm. They spent a year and a half transforming it into the Willie G. & Gloria Brown Education Center. One half is the Bloomington Career Academy, and the other half is the Sarah Raymond School of Early Education.

Bloomington, IL · 1d

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Is This Tiny Illinois Diner In Pontiac The Friendliest Stop On Route 66?

Somebody once jacked up an entire log cabin restaurant and spun it around so it could face the highway again. That actually happened in Illinois, and the diner is still serving breakfast today. The building went up in 1926, made from cedar telephone poles. It started as a lunchroom and...

Pontiac, IL · 2d

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U-High Celebrates Signing Day for Seven Athletes

Seven Normal University Pioneers made their college commitments official on Wednesday. Three baseball players, three track and field athletes and one golfer participated in the ceremony. We spoke to all of them after their signings and the full list of players is below. Cole Brent – University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign...

Normal, IL · 1d

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On the market: Pontiac home is on a tree-filled corner lot

Address: 301 S. Oak St., Pontiac Property description: This three-bedroom, two-bathroom, two-story home built in 1930 on a tree-filled corner lot has 1,800 square feet of living space. The interiors are highlighted by hardwood flooring and a woodburning fireplace. There is a main floor laundry room and full bathroom. The three bedrooms and another full bathroom are upstairs. There is storage space in the full basement. There is a two-car attached garage and a detached storage shed. The home has an open front porch, open side porch and a covered side porch. Asking price: $279,000 Listing agent: Craig Meyer, Meyer-Jochums Agency, 309-432-2517 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: On the market: Pontiac home is on a tree-filled corner lot

Pontiac, IL · 1d

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These Seven Illinois Ice Cream Dairies Keep Scooping Right Through Harvest Season

Summer gets all the credit for ice cream, but some of the best scoops in Illinois come straight from working farms and dairy shops that stay open well into fall. While combines roll through the fields and the leaves start turning, these spots are still pouring soft serve, churning gelato, and handing out waffle cones.

Livingston County, IL · 2d

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Statewide rules for e-bikes and scooters begin Jan. 1

New Illinois laws governing the operation and classification of micromobility devices such as e-bikes and e-scooters are set to take effect on Jan. 1.

Illinois · 2d

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Illinois Passes Law Limiting E-Bikes

The state of Illinois has passed a new law limiting where E-Bikes can be driven. This new legislation comes as accidents involving the increasingly popular vehicle including two in Bloomington-Normal. It states that bikes that can go above 15 miles per hour are prohibited from being used on sidewalks. Usage on shared pathways, such as the Constitution Trail, is up to local government.

Illinois · 23h

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IHSA Playoffs: Week Three Preview

NORMAL, Ill. — The quarterfinal round of the IHSA playoffs is set to kick off this weekend, with two teams in the Bloomington-Normal area still fighting for a state championship. The Normal Community Ironmen (11-0) match up against 2025 State Champion Brother Rice (9-2). The Ironmen defeated Kenwood by...

Normal, IL · 18h

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What Happens to Your Gut When You Drink Warm Water Every Morning, According to a Gastroenterologist

We asked the experts.

Bloomington, IL · 2d

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25 Sports High School Thursday- Illini Bluffs and Tri-Valley prep for state volleyball, signing day at Washington and Normal Community football is a love story

PEORIA (25News Now) -Practice day today for the state volleyball Final Four teams including Illini Bluffs and Tri-Valley. Signing day ceremonies at both Washington and Dunlap. Normal Community relies on Love for their remarkable football success. Get 25NewsStreaming on your smart TV — it’s free and easy. Watch live newscasts,...

Normal, IL · 17h

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Rep. Sharon Chung hopes a new Illinois House speaker and IG will better address harassment claims

A state lawmaker from Bloomington who helped stage a coup of the Illinois House speaker is hopeful his removal, along with a new legislative inspector general, will lead to substantive changes in the way harassment and abuse allegations are handled in state government. State Rep. Sharon Chung of Bloomington was...

Illinois · 2d

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Redbirds Fall to Salukis in MVC Tournament Semifinal

CARBONDALE, Ill. -- Illinois State soccer fell to Southern Illinois 1-0 in the Missouri Valley Conference semifinals on Thursday evening at the Lew Hartzog Track and Field Complex. The Redbirds finish the season with a 10-4-6 record. Illinois State and Southern Illinois played to a scoreless first half, with both...

Normal, IL · 22h

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State quarterfinalists Normal Community, Normal West try to extend ‘special’ football seasons

A year ago, Nolan Howe would hear an occasional “good job” from students and teachers regarding the Normal West High School football team. It’s not that way this season. “A lot of staff and people inside the school are now, ‘How’s the game going to go this weekend?’ It shows that they care a lot more,” said Howe, senior linebacker and the Wildcats’ leading tackler. “I’ve had people ask if there’s going to be a fan bus this week. I have no idea if there is, but it shows that we’re doing something special.”

Normal, IL · 1d