Good morning, Bloomington.

Dozens of students and allies marched on Illinois State University campus to demand equality and safety from domestic and sexual violence + they urged campus leaders to strengthen support for victims.

Olympic skating icon Scott Hamilton will headline the 30th annual Red Cross fundraiser in Normal at the Brown Ballroom—located at Illinois State University's Bone Student Center—on Nov.

12, with doors opening at 5:30 p.m.

Liberty Steel and Wire held a Peoria Day event Thursday at its Bartonville plant—officials and suppliers toured the facility while company leaders announced plans to possibly move headquarters to Peoria, boost jobs, and work with local schools.

The event highlighted the company's commitment to strengthening local ties and its future growth plans.

Buildings along West Washington Street and North Madison Street were torn down weeks ago to create new parking spaces for local residents and visitors—roads remain open but sidewalks remain closed until construction finishes with no set deadline.

Fans in Bloomington discussed the upcoming Bison season in a video—sharing their hopes for the team's performance and showing strong local support.

Bommer with Special Guest XaeboR and Support from GramGreene

8 PM – 2 AM — The Atchison — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of exciting live music with Bommer, XaebyR, and local talent.

Adam Wainwright Event

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts — $19.00+ — Celebrate the baseball legend Adam Wainwright as he transitions into music with his debut record.

Iowa Heartlanders Opening Night

7-8:30 p.m. — Grossinger Motors Arena — Free with ticket — Celebrate the season opener with a White Out party featuring pre-game festivities and giveaways.

Oktoberfest Rotary Run

2-5 p.m. — Union Park — Fundraiser event — Participate in a festive 5K run and 1-mile walk to support local youth services.

Toledo Walleye at Bloomington Bison

7-8:30 p.m. — Grossinger Motors Arena — $3 Busch Light cans and $0 popcorn — Experience an exciting night of hockey and local fraternity competition at our first 309 Night!

Masters of Illusion

7:30-9 p.m. — Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts — $33+ — Experience world-class magicians performing astounding illusions and comedic magic live on stage.

Kalamazoo Wings at Bloomington Bison

7:00-8:30 p.m. — Grossinger Motors Arena — $3 Busch Light and $0 popcorn — Celebrate 309 Night with costume contests and great food deals at a thrilling hockey game.

Cincinnati Cyclones at Bloomington Bison

7-10 p.m. — Grossinger Motors Arena — Tickets available from $28 — Catch the thrilling match as the Bison take on the Cyclones in this exciting hockey showdown.

WAR: Why Can't We Be Friends? Tour

7:00 – 8:30 PM — Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts — $42.00+ — Celebrate 50 years of timeless hits with the iconic soul/funk group WAR.

Battle of the Bands

6:30-8 p.m. — The Castle Theatre — Starts at $64 — Experience a thrilling competition of local music talent.