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Sunday, December 14th, 2025

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Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 14th of December.

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • The Bloomington Fire Department responded at 10:43 a.m. Friday to a house fire on East Chestnut Street that displaced five residents.  The Pantagraph

BUSINESS NEWS

  • Ferrero, a major candymaker in Bloomington, was named Manufacturer of the Year at an Illinois Manufacturers Association luncheon on Friday, Dec. 12. The company expanded its southwest factory for Kinder Bueno production and now supports hundreds of local jobs.  25 News Now

CULTURE NEWS

  • McLean Co. Museum of History will launch the exhibit 'More Than a Game' in July to showcase over 150 years of baseball and softball in Central Illinois. The exhibit will run for five years, giving locals a chance to relive cherished sporting memories.  The Pantagraph

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Gov. Pritzker signed Deb's Law to let terminally ill adults get medication to end their lives; the law will take effect in September and needs two doctor confirmations plus informed consent. Critics from medical and disability groups say the law was rushed and may cause safety issues.  Cities 92.9

HEALTH NEWS

  • Bloomington-Normal fire officials advised residents to use space heaters and unattended candles safely (by following approved safety guidelines) to reduce fire risks at home this winter. They stressed careful use of these items during the holiday season to keep families secure.  The Pantagraph

SPORTS NEWS

  • The Illinois State football team beat UC Davis 42-31 on Saturday, Dec. 13 in the FCS quarterfinals and is one win away from the national title game. The Redbirds will travel to Villanova on Saturday, Dec. 20 (game airs at 7:30 p.m. on ESPN2).  WGLT

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • True Crime Book Club

    7-8 p.m. — Bloomington Public Library — Free entry — Dive into thrilling true crime tales with fellow enthusiasts and engage in stimulating discussions.

    Mon, 12/15/25

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  • Bloomington Bison vs. Fort Wayne Komets

    7-8:30 p.m. — Grossinger Motors Arena — Cost info not specified — Catch the thrilling hockey match as the Bloomington Bison face off against the Fort Wayne Komets.

    Wed, 12/17/25

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  • Kalamazoo Wings at Bloomington Bison

    7:00-8:30 p.m. — Grossinger Motors Arena — $3 drinks, $0 popcorn, $9 pizza — Wear your ugliest holiday sweater and help set a world record while enjoying 309 Night festivities.

    Fri, 12/19/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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