Good morning, Bloomington.

The Salvation Army will host a neighborhood block party (community event) Saturday, Aug.

22 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 611 W. Washington St. in Bloomington.

A severe storm tore sections of the roof off OSF Saint Joseph’s Medical Center, causing $17M in damage.

Hospital staff swiftly moved patients to safety & repairs began, with the facility remaining open except for its affected west wing.

Local Hideout Bar & Grill announced it will move to a new location and partner with a local business after briefly closing earlier this month; the restaurant remains a part of Bloomington's dining scene.

Sweet Corn Circus returns this weekend to uptown Normal, honoring Bloomington-Normal’s circus and agricultural roots with acrobats, clowns, aerial arts, professional wrestling, live music and more.

The event (a cherished local tradition) promises a lively showcase for the community.

Heartland Theatre debuts 'Eureka Day' as its first play of the 2026-27 season — a show that uses a mumps outbreak to challenge consensus in a fictional private school — running Aug.

27-Sept. 12 at 1110 Douglas St. in Normal.

Illinois Wesleyan University supporters set a fundraising record by donating nearly $35 million in the recent fiscal year.

The milestone highlights strong campus backing and positions the institution for future initiatives.

Bloomington Junior High welcomed its sixth graders Wednesday as teachers and staff from District 87 elementary schools cheered them on in a tradition that has lasted for four years to ease first day nerves.

Since Thursday, Aug. 13, Town of Normal crews have removed 10,700 cubic yards of brush and debris (580 truckloads) following severe thunderstorms.

City manager Pam Reece said coordinated work among city departments cleared streets quickly, with curbside collection resuming on Wednesday.