McLean County Times

Test expectations: How many Prairie Central Community Unit School District 8 students failed to meet the ELA IAR expectations in 2021-22 school year?

By McLean County Times | Jan 30, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 68.5% of Prairie Central Community Unit School District 8 students failed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Livingston County in week ending Jan. 27?

By McLean County Times | Jan 30, 2024

The only price of e85 gas in cities throughout Livingston County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

Did McLean County students fail or pass their 2021-22 ELA tests?

By McLean County Times | Jan 30, 2024

Out of the 9,913 students who took the IAR in the 2021-22 school year, 71.4% failed the ELA portion of the test.

Regan Deering gains key endorsement from Fraternal Order of Police

By McLean County Times | Jan 30, 2024

Decatur, IL – Regan Deering, the conservative Republican candidate for State Representative in the 88th district, today announced she has been endorsed by the Illinois Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) State Lodge, representing over 34,000 active and retired officers.

House District 91 candidate Anderson: ‘Let us forge a path forward that champions personal freedom, economic opportunity, and ensuring a prosperous future’

By McLean County Times | Jan 30, 2024

Desi Anderson, a candidate for House District 91, has voiced a commitment deeply rooted in the principles of individual liberty, fiscal responsibility and a belief in the power of free enterprise. Anderson's campaign reflects the values advocated by Illinois Policy, an organization committed to promoting individual liberty and economic opportunity within the state.

Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Livingston County in week ending Jan. 27?

By McLean County Times | Jan 30, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Livingston County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

From Macon Reporter

88th House District candidate Deering: ‘I am honored to be endorsed by the Illinois Fraternal Order of Police’

By Macon Reporter | 10 months ago

Regan Deering, the candidate for the 88th House District, has expressed her appreciation for the endorsement she received from the Illinois Fraternal Order of Police (FOP). This endorsement stands as a testament to Deering's commitment to backing law enforcement and ensuring community safety in the 88th House District.

Illinois Wesleyan faces Millikin University amid contrasting records

By McLean County Times | Jan 30, 2024

The Illinois Wesleyan University men's basketball team is set to face Millikin University on Wednesday, January 31, at the Griswold Center in Decatur, Illinois. The game will begin at 7 p.m., with live stats and streaming available for fans. Eric Stock and Joel Swanson will provide commentary on WESN.

Examining 2020 Presidential Election voter turnout in Western Township of Normal: Precinct Normal 23

By McLean County Times | Jan 30, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a McLean County Times analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 527 voters in Western Township of Normal: Precinct Normal 23 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

City of Pontiac Public Library Board of Trustees met January 22

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Jan 30, 2024

City of Pontiac Public Library Board of Trustees met 5:30 p.m. Monday, January 22.

Illinois Wesleyan athletes share experiences on Titan Table Talk

By McLean County Times | Jan 30, 2024

Illinois Wesleyan University's podcast, Titan Table Talk, featured several athletes and a coach in its latest episode. Host Tommy Gilbert was joined by men's basketball players Nick Roper and Trey Bazzell, head women's basketball coach Mia Smith, and senior swimmers Lauren Feddersen and Henry Moore.

Town of Normal Zoning Board of Appeals met January 18

By Corazon L. Gonzales | Jan 30, 2024

Town of Normal Zoning Board of Appeals met 5 p.m. Thursday, January 18.

1 gas station in cities throughout McLean County had the cheapest regular gas in week ending Jan. 27

By McLean County Times | Jan 29, 2024

The only price of regular gas in cities throughout McLean County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.

Test expectations: How many LeRoy Community Unit School District 2 students failed to meet the ELA IAR expectations in 2021-22 school year?

By McLean County Times | Jan 29, 2024

In the 2021-22 school year, 68.6% of LeRoy Community Unit School District 2 students failed the ELA portion of the IAR test, according to the Illinois State Board of Education report.

How many Livingston County students failed their ELA IAR during 2021-22?

By McLean County Times | Jan 29, 2024

Out of the 2,308 students who took the IAR in the 2021-22 school year, 78.2% failed the ELA portion of the test.

From Rock Island Today

17th Congressional District candidate McGraw: ‘Our support in the law enforcement community continues to grow!’

By Rock Island Today | 10 months ago

Judge Joe McGraw, a candidate for the 17th Congressional District, has expressed his appreciation and pride in receiving an endorsement from the Illinois Fraternal Order of Police (IFOP). The IFOP, which represents over 33,000 active duty and retired police officers in Illinois, is the second-largest organization of its kind in the United States.

OPINION: On the Issues: Election Integrity

By Carl Wenning | Jan 29, 2024

Progressive Democrats display clear dedication to replacing existing election laws with laws that enable voting by illegal aliens and other ineligible voters to participate in fraudulent activities.

How did Central Township of Martin: Precinct Martin 01 residents vote in 2020 Presidential Election?

By McLean County Times | Jan 29, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a McLean County Times analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 564 voters in Central Township of Martin: Precinct Martin 01 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Review of 2020 Presidential Election voting trends in Central W Township of Gridley: Precinct Gridley 02

By McLean County Times | Jan 28, 2024

With less than 12 months until the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election, a McLean County Times analysis of Illinois voter history data shows 536 voters in Central W Township of Gridley: Precinct Gridley 02 cast ballots four years ago, in 2020.

Cheapest diesel in cities across McLean County in week ending Jan. 27

By McLean County Times | Jan 28, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout McLean County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Jan. 27, according to GasBuddy.com.