Good morning, Bloomington.

Hundreds of card collectors attended the show on Sunday at the Holiday Inn in Normal where over 500 people gathered to buy, sell, and trade sports cards, Pokémon, anime, comics, Magic cards, and vintage collectibles—promoters noted that card prices ranged from a dime to $2,000 and the next show is scheduled for May 17 at the same venue.

The Bloomington-Normal NAACP celebrated the 15th anniversary of the ACT-SO program on Sunday by honoring its winners and leaders—details highlight the program's longstanding community impact.

Sunday night, shots were fired at the Bone Student Center during a student event, injuring one person (not an ISU student) while police search for a slender male suspect with afro hair who ran south of the center and led to its closure today.

Bloomington Police and Illinois State Police said they believe a suspect linked to a Saturday armed robbery at AutoHaus of Peoria—where a Corvette was stolen—and a Friday car theft at a Bloomington dealership was taken into custody after a high-speed chase ended on Interstate 155 near Hartsburg.

Bloomington City Manager Jeff Jurgens, who has run city government for nearly a year, is set to get a 5% raise to $220,500 as the council votes today on a three-year contract extension until May 1 — a move aimed to align his pay with his counterparts in Peoria and Normal.

20 Over 60 Awards

4:30-6 p.m. — Rob Dob's Restaurant & Bar — Celebration of community leaders over 60 — Honoring impactful contributions by older adults in the community.

DEWALT Days 2025

12 AM — Blain's Farm & Fleet — Free entry — Explore DEWALT tools and get expert advice during this special event.

Unit 5K Run/Walk

2 PM — Maxwell Park — Entry fee applies — Support the Unit 5 Educational Foundation while enjoying a 5k run or mile walk.

Bloomington Princesses at the Zoo

5-7 p.m. — Miller Park Zoo — $30 per guest — Experience an interactive evening with princesses and furry friends at the zoo.

The SteelDrivers in Concert

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts — $28.50+ — Experience a unique blend of bluegrass soul from Grammy-nominated folk legends.

Dry Bar Comedy Live Show

7-10 p.m. — Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts — $21.00+ — Enjoy a night of clean comedy featuring popular comedians from the Dry Bar Comedy specials.

American Girl Doll Skate

12:30-2:00 p.m. — Bloomington Ice Center — Registration required — Bring your favorite doll or stuffed animal for skating fun with free treats and activity amenities.

Fleet Feet Bloomington Donut Run

9 AM – 1 PM — Fleet Feet Bloomington — Entry details not specified — Celebrate the store's anniversary with a fun run/walk for all ages featuring delicious donuts.

Heart of Illinois Cluster Dog Show

All day — McLean County Fairgrounds — Check website for ticket prices — Enjoy a weekend filled with canine competition and community fun.

Memorial Day Parade

9 AM - 12 PM — Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts — Free entry — Celebrate Memorial Day with a vibrant parade from Front Street to Miller Park Zoo.