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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 · 1d

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Gas Price Difference Widens From Western La Salle County To Eastern Part

A few miles these days means a huge difference in the price your paying at the pump. According to Gas Buddy, you can find gas for $3.47 a gallon in Oglesby and as low as $3.49 a gallon in La Salle, Peru and Utica. On the flip side, unleaded in Streator, Ottawa, Princeton, and Mendota ranges from $4.35 to $4.49 a gallon.

La Salle County, TX · 1d

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State volleyball recap for Nov. 13, 2026: Tri-Valley advances to championship, IB to play for third

NORMAL, Ill. (WMBD/WYZZ) — Tri-Valley will play for some school history on Saturday. The Vikings won their first ever volleyball state semifinal match in three sets over Richmond-Burton on Friday at CEFCU Arena. Tri-Valley’s 25-17, 20-25, 25-19 win sends the team to the class 2A state championship Saturday at 1:55 p.m. Presley Shanahan had 10 […]

Normal, IL · 15h

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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 · 3d

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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 · 2d

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What Keeps Road-Trippers Stopping at This Mural-Covered Route 66 Diner in Dwight, Illinois?

You pull off the highway in Illinois expecting a quick bite and a bathroom break, nothing more. Then the walls start talking, the plates arrive heavier than you planned, and suddenly you are making plans to come back. Some small-town diners are just places to refuel, but a few turn...

Dwight, IL · 23h

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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 · 3d

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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 · 1d

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Uptown Normal underpass project makes progress

The $40 million Underpass project in Uptown Normal, which began on September 30, 2025, is continuing its utility relocation phase and is scheduled for completion in the summer of 2028.

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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...

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B-N labor leaders support data centers built with community-minded regulation, union labor

McLean County residents have shared their opposition to hyperscale data centers, and they were a major issue in the recent midterm elections. But one group in particular stands to gain from their construction: labor unions. In a report from the Illinois Economic Police Institute, a group which advocates for "data...

Mclean County, IL · 18h

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Illinois State's trip to North Dakota State carries special significance for Mason Klabo

Illinois State visits North Dakota State on November 13, 2026, as sophomore guard Mason Klabo returns to his hometown of Fargo.

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Key Road Contest At No. 3 Youngstown State Up Next For No. 15 Illinois State

Last: YSU won 40-35 (Oct. 18, 2025) Listen: WJBC 1230 AM / 102.1 FM / 98.9 FM WJEZ/ The Varsity Network. With just two games left in the regular season, every game counts that much more for No. 15/17 Illinois State as the Redbirds will look to pick up their eighth win of the season and bolster their playoff chances on Saturday when they travel to take on No. 3 Youngstown State and last year's Walter Payton Award winner Beau Brungard at the Ice Castle.

Normal, IL · 2d

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A first for National Council of Negro Women in Bloomington-Normal history

The National Council of Negro Women is scheduled to hold its first Bloomington-Normal chapter induction ceremony during a sell-out luncheon on November 14.

Bloomington, IL · 1d

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One final whistle: Redbirds’ season ends in semifinal heartbreak

CARBONDALE, Ill. — Illinois State women's soccer fell 1-0 to Southern Illinois in the Missouri Valley Conference semifinals, bringing its postseason journey and hard-fought season to a close. Rylann Law had the first quality scoring opportunity of the match in the 27th minute. Her shot was on target, but...

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Fifth Force rules at regional trivia bowl

There is nothing trivial about Twin City Trivia, an annual competition that challenges trivia teams across central Illinois to match their wits and collective wisdom for prizes and a coveted trophy. The big event was held Saturday, Nov. 7, at Smash House Bar and Restaurant on Normal’s east side, where 25 teams — including two Springfield teams — gathered to face off.

Springfield, IL · 1d

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Illinois State cross country ends season on high note in Iowa

AMES, Iowa — The Illinois State cross country team closed out its season at the National College Athletics Association Division I Midwest Regional, placing 12th in a stacked 28-team field. The Redbirds recorded 10,000-meter personal bests across the board, with an average time of 30:24.2 among their top five...

Normal, IL · 13h

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Employer-provided healthcare plans are critical for workers, but keep getting more expensive

Employees all over McLean County are entering open enrollment season — and are likely suffering from some sticker shock as their health insurance premiums increase by an average of 8% for next year. McLean County employers say they know how critical health insurance is to hiring and keeping workers, but struggle to absorb the associated increased costs.

Mclean County, IL · 3d

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Matters, Redbirds add three for 2027 season

Head coachAllie Matters and Illinois State volleyball added high school seniors Charlie Fleegle, Kyla Ramler and Ruthley “Soso” Marin on Wednesday’s National Signing Day. “It’s an impressive class,” Matters said following Wednesday’s practice. “I’m excited about the three of them, and they’re all juiced up about what...