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Wednesday, June 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 25th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Miller Park Zoo welcomed a baby giant anteater born early morning on June 16, and zookeepers said that mother Chili and her pup are healthy. The pairing is part of a species survival plan — one of only 90 giant anteaters in captivity — and the baby will soon rotate outdoor time with its mother while Arnaud stays in the South America habitat. WGLT
- ➤ Home Sweet Home Ministries secured a Connect Transit lot for $250,000 to build The Bridge—a shelter village for unhoused residents in Bloomington—which will close on June 27 and start construction soon for a December opening amid current extreme heat conditions. WGLT
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 19-year-old man was struck and killed by a train near the intersection of North Towanda Avenue and Kays Drive in Normal on Tuesday afternoon—he was pronounced dead at the scene and an autopsy will take place today as authorities investigate the incident. Central Illinois Proud
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 19-year-old from Chicago was arrested Tuesday with help from U.S. Marshals—he is charged with attempted murder and two weapons charges for the April 27 shooting at ISU's Bone Student Center where a nonstudent was injured. WGLT
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Illinois' clean energy job training hubs are now helping hundreds learn how to install solar panels and get new work with free training and stipends from the state’s Climate and Equitable Jobs Act. The program supports workers from communities facing tough economic and environmental challenges. The Pantagraph
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bloomington Fire Department today was recognized by the American Heart Association—earning the Mission: Lifeline EMS Gold award for its effective response to heart attacks and strokes. The Pantagraph
SHOP NEWS
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Illinois Chamber Music Festival
12:00 AM — Illinois Wesleyan University — Free entry — A delightful summer festival for young musicians featuring intensive training and public performances.
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Gabby Barrett Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts — $36.00+ — Experience the rise of country music star Gabby Barrett live with her chart-topping hits.
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2-3:30 p.m. — Coffeehouse in Uptown Normal — Free entry — Focused writing session for all skill levels in a supportive environment.
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Straight No Chaser: Summer 90s Tour
7-9 p.m. — Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts — $36.50+ — Enjoy the legendary a cappella group Straight No Chaser performing hits from the 90s.
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Tractor Pulls
6:00-7:30 p.m. — McLean County Fairgrounds — Tickets start at $45 — Experience the thrill of Tractor Pulls in Bloomington, IL.
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