Good morning, Bloomington.

Bloomington shelters have expanded winter services as officials track a rising need for warmth and shelter amid a state of emergency that lasts until March 2027.

The Salvation Army at 611 W Washington St has added beds and meals to help those in need.

Students and community members started ISU Homecoming today by lighting a tree at the university campus, drawing alumni + current students eager to join the celebration.

Heartland Community College will honor veterans and active service members on Tuesday, Nov.

10 at its Main Campus from 11:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. featuring veteran Sal Gonzalez’s keynote, a cake-cutting ceremony, and tours of the Penn Family Veterans Center.

Normal Town Council approved up to $90K for a pilot program to test a mobile unit that will lower ammonia levels in drinking water—equipment is expected to arrive in 30—45 days and the study will run for six months while local water remains safe to drink.

City Council is reviewing two proposals to develop housing on the old Mennonite Hospital site off Main Street.

A Franklin Park Foundation plan offers 260 affordable apartments with local union work + a Champaign firm suggests 140 to 160 units, and no decision has been made yet.

Developers and city planners in Bloomington-Normal are adopting creative measures to counter high construction costs, using pre-approved designs and easing energy code requirements + streamlining project approvals to expand housing options.

Officials say these changes aim to keep projects moving efficiently.