Good morning, Bloomington.

Local restaurant owners have expanded Kobe Rotary Sushi to East Peoria; diners can enjoy a rotating menu that features sushi rolls like angry dragon and Godzilla rolls (including appetizers and desserts at the new location).

The District 87 board approved a 10-year plan for Bloomington High School, setting aside $4.4M for repairs including a $2M overhaul of South Gym locker rooms with work finishing by Thanksgiving; it also approved a shared bus plan for Fresh Start and a $50K grant for Washington Elementary HVAC.

After its Oct. 13 meeting, city council enacted an ordinance that lets the Salvation Army expand its shelter by adding 24 beds and 15 warming center seats this winter — a measure expected to be repeated to address rising homelessness and help those in need.

Water safety experts met at Illinois State University in Normal on Oct.

20 to plan Illinois’ first statewide drowning prevention plan for ages 1 to 59; the committee will draft the plan to launch in March 2027.

Bloomington officials and Habitat for Humanity broke ground on Trailside homes today, starting a new housing project in our community.