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Bloomington
Tuesday, April 28th, 2026
Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 28th of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Butcher Block Burger Stop has rolled into town to serve burgers from its food truck, offering a fresh mobile dining option for local customers. The new business will establish a regular presence at popular areas in Bloomington. The Pantagraph
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ District 87 continues to struggle filling school psychologist positions despite new county sales tax revenue funding facility upgrades and school safety measures. Superintendent David Mouser said lower salaries compared with other districts have made it hard to attract qualified professionals while work is underway at local school sites. WGLT
- ➤ Quantum Across Illinois is visiting local universities to recruit students for emerging quantum jobs at the IQMP initiative, with an event at Illinois State’s Moulton Hall at 5:00 p.m. today, aiming to expand opportunities for graduates from various STEM fields (mechanical, computer, and electrical engineering). WGLT
- ➤ District 87 Superintendent David Mouser said a new policy banning cell phones at Bloomington High School has reduced classroom disruptions — replacing previous inconsistent enforcement — and the district is watching for changes as State Farm plans to shift operations and new SNAP work requirements may affect low-income families. WGLT
- ➤ Ben Hage becomes the new director of the Petrick Idea Center effective June 1 at Illinois Wesleyan. The center, housed in a facility (15,000 sqft), will open this fall to serve as an innovation hub for students and the local community. WGLT
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington ended its severe drought proclamation and eased water restrictions as state lawmakers begin discussing tighter water management rules in response to low river levels that raise concerns about long-term supply. WJBC
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington City Council approved a $60,000 drone show at the Interstate Center for the July 4 weekend to celebrate America's 250th anniversary. The show will feature 300 drones with custom animation, audio* and synchronization by Firefly Services, with funding partly provided by Bloomington, the Town of Normal, and McLean County. WGLT
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The Second City – Best of the Second City
7-10 p.m. — Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of hilarious sketches and improv from legendary comedy icons.
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The Steepwater Band Live
8-11 p.m. — Jazz UpFront — Ticket info not specified — Experience the talented sounds of The Steepwater Band as they bring their rock tunes to Bloomington.
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FILTER Live in Bloomington
7-10 p.m. — The Castle Theatre — Tickets required — Experience a night of electrifying performances with FILTER and special guests.
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Tropidelic Live Performance
7:30-9:00 p.m. — The Castle Theatre — Ticket info varies — Enjoy a lively performance by Tropidelic with special guests The Quasi Kings & The Palmer Squares.
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Nonpoint Concert
7-9 p.m. — The Castle Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the Outta Control Tour with Nonpoint and special guests Soil and Sumo Cyco.
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ANBERLIN: 20th Anniversary of NTFP
7-8:30 p.m. — The Castle Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate 20 years of ANBERLIN with special guests Emery and Watashi Wa.
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