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Image courtesy of the City of Bloomington BLOOMINGTON, Ill. – The City of Bloomington is kicking off its budget season with a preview presented at Monday’s City Council meeting. The proposed budget totals about $370.5 million, a 6.8% increase from last year. It includes a 38% increase in the capital budget for infrastructure projects and […]
NORMAL, Ill. – A Super Smash Bros. tournament is bringing competition and community to Illinois State University gamers, offering players a space to test their skills and connect with others. Avis Tang, the tournament organizer, said he has led competitive gaming events for more than three decades. Since stepping into the role, Tang said his […]
NORMAL, Ill. – After a recent shooting near Illinois State University’s campus, some community members have been left shaken. Although incidents like this are uncommon on and around campus, other crimes occur more regularly. ISU Police Chief Aaron Woodruff said theft and criminal damage cases are the most common. “The highest number of issues that […]
Image taken by Bella Marello NORMAL, Ill. – Discussion over relocating Normal Fire Department Station 2 continued at the Normal Town Council meeting Monday. The town previously presented data showing no major change in fire response times if the station is relocated, emphasizing a four- to six-minute response time goal. The Associated Fire Fighters of […]
Image courtesy of the Miller Park Zoo BLOOMINGTON, Ill. – Miller Park Zoo is the place to see a unique array of animals you may not find at other zoos. “We pride ourselves on having a niche collection of animals. We want to have animals that are standout animals, but also ones that tell a […]
NORMAL, Ill. – Policing is evolving worldwide as policy shifts and technology advance at a rapid pace, and Bloomington-Normal is no exception. Ashley Farmer, an associate professor of criminal justice sciences, said local departments reflect broader national trends. “We’ve seen the proliferation of things like body cameras, drones used in policing and now automated license […]
NORMAL, Ill. – Normal Police are investigating an overnight shooting at an off-campus apartment complex near Illinois State University. Officers responded around 1 a.m. Saturday to reports of shots fired at The Flats at ISU, located at 709 S. Main St. A 16-year-old girl was found with a gunshot wound and transported to a local […]
Image courtesy of the Bloomington Fire Department BLOOMINGTON, Ill. – The Bloomington Fire Department has completed its recruitment process for new members while implementing changes to its shift schedule aimed at improving firefighter wellness. The department previously operated on a three-platoon system in which firefighters worked 24 hours on duty followed by 48 hours off. […]
Image courtesy of the City of Bloomington BLOOMINGTON, Ill. – Some of the nation’s top junior golfers will soon compete in Bloomington as the city prepares to host an American Junior Golf Association tournament. The AJGA is a nonprofit organization founded in 1978 with a mission to develop junior golfers who aspire to earn college […]
Image courtesy of Chestnut Health Systems BLOOMINGTON, Ill. – The Chestnut Family Health Center hosted their Tiny Changes Mighty Hearts seminar on Wednesday. The seminar aimed to teach attendees how daily choices can affect heart health and highlight the benefits of visiting a cardiologist. February is American Heart Month, aligning with the event. Valentine’s Day […]