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McGraw: ‘Eric Sorensen is not willing to put our safety and security first, but I always will be’

By Rock Island Today | 1 year ago

17th Congressional District candidate Joe McGraw is drawing attention to what he perceives as alarming statistics since President Biden took office. McGraw, who announced his candidacy in mid-Oct., emphasized a surge in border crossings, a significant increase in suspected terrorists at the border, and a rise in human trafficking arrests.

Q3 2023 Recap: 2 parolees from Livingston County convicted of crimes against persons set for supervised release

By McLean County Times | Nov 10, 2023

There were two offenders convicted of crimes against persons living in Livingston County released on parole during the third quarter of 2023, according to Illinois Department of Corrections data obtained by the McLean County Times.

Illinois Wesleyan swimmers to face Augustana College in upcoming dual meet

By McLean County Times | Nov 10, 2023

The Illinois Wesleyan University men's and women's swimming and diving teams are set to compete against Augustana College in a dual meet on Saturday, November 11. The event will take place at the Anne Greve Lund Natatorium, beginning at 1 p.m.

Illinois Wesleyan prepares for NCAA Midwest Regional cross country championship

By McLean County Times | Nov 10, 2023

The Illinois Wesleyan University men's and women's cross country teams are preparing for the NCAA Midwest Regional Championship in Waverly, Iowa, on Saturday, November 11. The men's eight-kilometer race will begin at 11 a.m., followed by the women's six-kilometer race at noon.

Census Bureau: 3.2% of people in Livingston County identified as multiracial in 2021

By McLean County Times | Nov 10, 2023

Of the 35,902 citizens living in Livingston County in 2021, 96.8% said they were only one race, while 3.2% said they were two or more races, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained in June.

Village of Gridley Village Board met Sept. 7

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Nov 10, 2023

Village of Gridley Village Board met Thursday, Sept. 7

Hudson Area Public Library District Board of Trustees met Oct. 10

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Nov 10, 2023

Hudson Area Public Library District Board of Trustees met Tuesday, Oct. 10

Normal responsible for 16th-highest sales tax revenue in Illinois during August

By McLean County Times | Nov 9, 2023

Normal residents paid $2.9 million in sales taxes, the 16th highest total paid per municipality in August.

Anderson: ‘So many folks in the 91st are frustrated with their recent property tax assessment increase’

By McLean County Times | Nov 9, 2023

Desi Anderson, a candidate for House District 91, is addressing the concerns of frustrated homeowners in the 91st District regarding their recent property tax assessments.

From Macon Reporter

Deering: ‘Democrats are floating a plan to bring illegal immigrants into our communities-Bloomington and Decatur included’

By Macon Reporter | 1 year ago

Regan Deering, a Republican candidate vying to represent the 88th House District in Illinois, raised concerns about a plan reportedly being considered by high-level Chicago Democrats. The plan in question involves relocating illegal immigrants into various downstate communities.

Weekly recap, week ending Nov. 4 home sales in McLean County

By McLean County Times | Nov 9, 2023

There were 41 reported residential sales in McLean County in the week ending Nov. 4, according to BlockShopper.com.

North Park defeats Illinois Wesleyan in CCIW volleyball semifinals

By McLean County Times | Nov 9, 2023

The Illinois Wesleyan University women's volleyball team concluded their season in the semifinals of the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Tournament. On Thursday night, November 9, the Titans were defeated in a four-set match by top-seeded North Park University with scores of 25-19, 25-18, 20-25, and 25-22. The loss brought IWU's overall record to 17 wins and 13 losses, while North Park improved to a record of 24 wins and six losses.

Illinois Wesleyan men's soccer prepares for historic NCAA debut

By McLean County Times | Nov 9, 2023

The Illinois Wesleyan University men's soccer team is preparing for its first-ever appearance in the NCAA tournament. The Titans will face the University of Chicago Maroons in the opening round on Saturday, November 11, at Stagg Field in Chicago. A victory would mark Illinois Wesleyan's first NCAA match win and advance them to the second round against either Ohio Wesleyan or Rose-Hulman.

Bill to Support Nuclear Plants Passes, Missed Opportunities in Illinois Legislature

By McLean County Times | Nov 9, 2023

After weeks of negotiations, a bill to support nuclear power plants in Illinois has passed both the House and Senate with wide, bipartisan majorities. This legislation, known as House Bill 2473, removes the state's 1980s ban on new nuclear reactors and paves the way for the construction of new reactors utilizing new technologies. The bill also addresses concerns raised by the Governor regarding emergency preparedness, environmental monitoring, and reactor decommissioning."This bill is important locally as these plants provide good-paying jobs for our communities and...

Titan Table Talk: Episode 10 previews key games for IWU sports teams

By McLean County Times | Nov 9, 2023

Tommy Gilbert hosted the 10th episode of "Titan Table Talk," featuring interviews with key figures from Illinois Wesleyan University's (IWU) sports teams. The discussions provided insights into the men's soccer team's historic NCAA Tournament appearance, the women's basketball season opener, and upcoming football and basketball events.

Legislators in Illinois Rush to Extend Invest in Kids Program Before Deadline

By McLean County Times | Nov 9, 2023

Illinois legislators are facing a race against time as they return for their final day this year, hoping to address the impending expiration of the Invest in Kids program. The program, which provides tax credits for donations to private school scholarships, is set to sunset if no action is taken. However, with none of the bills to extend the program appearing on the House calendar today, the fate of Invest in Kids hangs in the balance.The Invest in Kids program has been a significant initiative in Illinois, allowing individuals and corporations to receive tax credits for...

City of Fairbury City Council met Sept. 6

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Nov 9, 2023

City of Fairbury City Council met Wednesday, Sept. 6

City of Chenoa City Council met Oct. 10

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Nov 9, 2023

City of Chenoa City Council met Tuesday, Oct. 10

On Wednesday, November 8, Parkway West High School standout Brady Kuehl competed in NCAA D3 game

By McLean County Times | Nov 9, 2023

The Illinois Wesleyan Titans lost 66-82 in their NCAA D3 game against the Danville Jaguars on Wednesday, November 8.

On Wednesday, November 8, Huntley High School standout Ryan Sroka competed in NCAA D3 game

By McLean County Times | Nov 9, 2023

The Illinois Wesleyan Titans lost 66-82 in their NCAA D3 game against the Danville Jaguars on Wednesday, November 8.