McLean County Times

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a McLean County Times analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 106 voters in Central Township of Sunbury: Precinct Sunbury cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

How much more does an administrator earn than teachers in Ridgeview Community Unit School District 19 in 2021-22 school year?

The average school administrator’s salary in Ridgeview Community Unit School District 19 was $89,893 during the 2021-22 school year, while teaching salaries averaged $58,008, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central Township of Pleasant Ridge: Precinct Pleasant Ridge

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a McLean County Times analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 111 voters in Central Township of Pleasant Ridge: Precinct Pleasant Ridge cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

$5 billion in unclaimed property waiting to be reunited with owners

Illinois State Treasurer’s Office has revealed that the state is currently holding over $5 billion in unclaimed property, with a strong desire to reunite it with its rightful owners. According to a recent announcement from the office, the unclaimed cash and property are part of the state’s I-Cash program, which safeguards various types of unclaimed assets.The State Treasurer’s Office stated, "The Illinois State Treasurer’s Office announced last week the state has more than $5 billion in unclaimed property and wants to reunite it with its owners." The program is designed...

How did Central Township of Long Point: Precinct Long Point residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a McLean County Times analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 220 voters in Central Township of Long Point: Precinct Long Point cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

2021-22 School Year: Average school administrator earns 116.3% more than teachers in Cornell Community Consolidated School District 426

The average school administrator’s salary in Cornell Community Consolidated School District 426 was $90,000 during the 2021-22 school year, while teaching salaries averaged $41,605, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Illinois 17th Congressional District canddiate: 'The most important job of any government is to keep its citizens safe and weak politicians like Eric Sorensen have failed to do that'

Judge Joe McGraw, a candidate for Illinois' 17th Congressional District, has vowed to restore law and order in a recent social media post. McGraw, set to challenge incumbent Democrat Eric Sorenson in the general election, shared an article from the Illinois Review on his Facebook page.

Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central Township of Newtown: Precinct Newtown

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a McLean County Times analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 330 voters in Central Township of Newtown: Precinct Newtown cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

How did Western Township of Dwight: Precinct Dwight 4 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a McLean County Times analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 515 voters in Western Township of Dwight: Precinct Dwight 4 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Who voted in Central Township of Broughton: Precinct Broughton during 2020 Presidential Election?

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a McLean County Times analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 150 voters in Central Township of Broughton: Precinct Broughton cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Central Township of Eppards Point: Precinct Eppards Point

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a McLean County Times analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 171 voters in Central Township of Eppards Point: Precinct Eppards Point cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central Township of Charlotte: Precinct Charlotte

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a McLean County Times analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 77 voters in Central Township of Charlotte: Precinct Charlotte cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

National Work Zone Awareness Week Urges Drivers to Move Over and Slow Down

This National Work Zone Awareness Week, the call for drivers to prioritize safety on the roads is louder than ever. The message is clear: "Move over and slow down!" as echoed by the organizers of the awareness week.As construction projects gear up for the summer season, it is crucial for drivers to exercise caution and adhere to speed limits when passing through work zones. The reminder to "move over and slow down when approaching work zones" is not only a suggestion but a vital safety measure for construction workers on-site.The emphasis on responsible driving during...

Honoring Public Safety Telecommunicators During National Public Safety Telecommunicator Week

Public safety telecommunicators are being recognized and thanked for their hard work and dedication during National Public Safety Telecommunicator Week. This week-long event aims to honor those who work tirelessly behind the scenes to keep communities safe.In a statement, an anonymous source expressed gratitude to public safety telecommunicators, saying, "Thank you for all that you do!"These professionals play a crucial role in emergency response systems, working around the clock to coordinate and dispatch resources to those in need. Their commitment to public safety...

OPINION: ON THE ISSUES: Buses & Trains & Government Bloat

By Carl J. Wenning | Apr 15, 2024

I recently drove north on US51 through downtown Bloomington. It was a sunny Tuesday afternoon. I was nearly pushed out of my lane by a giant Connect Transit bus that we all see lumbering around the Twin Cities. It took up so much of the path before me in preparation for a right turn that I had to hit my brakes to give it clearance. It wasn’t the driving that bothered me so much as the size of the bus and what it represented – government bloat.

How much more does an administrator earn than teachers in Rooks Creek Community Consolidated School District 425 in 2021-22 school year?

The average school administrator’s salary in Rooks Creek Community Consolidated School District 425 was $91,754 during the 2021-22 school year, while teaching salaries averaged $53,271, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Who voted in Central Township of Amity: Precinct Amity during 2020 Presidential Election?