McLean County Times

The Illinois Police Sex Offender Registry shows there are three new registered sex offenders living in McLean County as of the week ending March 16.

Illinois State faces Bradley in Peoria for second midweek softball matchup

Illinois State University's softball team is set to face Bradley University in the second game of their midweek series on Tuesday.

Gianna Certa secures CCIW pitcher award after perfect game

One day after delivering the first perfect game of her college career, junior Gianna Certa from Third Lake, Illinois, received recognition from the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin on March 31.

Illinois State advances to WNIT Fab 4 after win over Louisiana Tech

Illinois State women's basketball team advanced to the WNIT Fab 4 after defeating Louisiana Tech 78-70 in the WNIT Great 8, held on Monday at CEFCU Arena.

Senator Balkema calls for community input and advances Route 66 centennial resolution

Senator Balkema has issued his weekly update, touching upon several legislative and community issues.

Illinois Wesleyan baseball anticipates two key CCIW matchups this week

The Illinois Wesleyan University baseball team is gearing up for a busy week in the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW).

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Which former McLean County Times area high school standouts will be in action on Thursday, April 3?

These former McLean County Times area high school standouts will be in action on Thursday, April 3.

The Registry shows 1 new sex offender living in Livingston County as of March 16

There is one new registered sex offender living in Livingston County in the week ending March 16 compared to the week before, according to the Illinois Police Sex Offender Registry.

Illinois Wesleyan softball team sweeps Lake Forest with Certa's perfect game

On March 30, 2025, the Illinois Wesleyan University softball team achieved a sweep over Lake Forest College at the IWU Invite I in Bloomington, Illinois.

Illinois Wesleyan women's tennis suffers a senior day loss to Loras

The Illinois Wesleyan University women's tennis team faced off against Loras College for their senior day event at Evergreen Racquet Club in Bloomington, Illinois.

Redbirds to compete in Memphis Intercollegiate hosted by Old Dominick

The Illinois State Redbirds will participate in the Memphis Intercollegiate: Spirited by Old Dominick golf competition, marking the final event of their 2024-25 season.

Illinois State women's golf team secures 3rd in More Than Golf Invitational

The Illinois State women's golf team made a significant comeback in the 2025 More Than Golf Invitational, finishing third overall.

Illinois State women's tennis defeats Drake Bulldogs 5-2

The Illinois State women's tennis team defeated the Drake Bulldogs by a score of 5-2 on Sunday at the Evergreen Racquet Club in Bloomington, Illinois.

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Which former McLean County Times area high school standouts will be in action on Wednesday, April 2?

These former McLean County Times area high school standouts will be in action on Wednesday, April 2.

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McLean County Times area weekly mass times

The following parishes in the McLean County Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

Titans men's lacrosse defeats Adrian College 23-18 at Tucci Stadium

Illinois Wesleyan University's men's lacrosse team secured a 23-18 victory against Adrian College at Tucci Stadium.

Illinois State to face Louisiana Tech in WNIT Great Eight matchup

Illinois State University's women's basketball team will face Louisiana Tech in the Women's National Invitation Tournament Great Eight at CEFCU Arena.

Illinois State men's tennis dominates Saint Louis Billikens with a 7-0 win

The Illinois State men's tennis team achieved a decisive 7-0 victory over the Saint Louis Billikens on Saturday, March 29, at the Evergreen Racquet Club in Bloomington, Illinois.

Illinois Wesleyan women's lacrosse team falls to The College of Wooster 20-8

BLOOMINGTON, Ill. - The Illinois Wesleyan University women's lacrosse team faced a challenging matchup against The College of Wooster on Saturday, March 29, falling 20-8 at Tucci Stadium.

Illinois State track and field team concludes eventful opening weekend of outdoor season