McLean County Times

Illinois State track teams rank top-3 in MVC pre-season poll

By McLean County Times | Mar 27, 2025

The Missouri Valley Conference has released its Pre-Season Coaches Poll, highlighting the rankings for the upcoming track and field season.

Illinois Wesleyan men's tennis to face Millikin University after mixed weekend results

By McLean County Times | Mar 27, 2025

The Illinois Wesleyan University men's tennis team is preparing for a match against Millikin University set for Saturday, March 29.

Illinois State competes at Texas Relays, Bobcat Invitational, and WashU Distance Carnival

By McLean County Times | Mar 27, 2025

The Illinois State track and field team finished competitions at three locations on Thursday.

Illinois State football team readies for scrimmage with intensive practice sessions

By McLean County Times | Mar 27, 2025

Illinois State University's football team is preparing for its first full team scrimmage this weekend, nearing the end of its third week of spring practice.

From East Central Reporter

State Rep. Halbrook on trans locker room scandal: ‘Student privacy and safety should never be compromised’

By East Central Reporter | 21 days ago

State Rep. Brad Halbrook (R-Shelbyville) is calling for stronger protections of student privacy and safety in Illinois schools, particularly in locker rooms and restrooms, following the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights (OCR) investigation into allegations that Illinois schools violated Title IX.

City of Lexington City Council met Feb. 24

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Mar 26, 2025

City of Lexington City Council met Monday, Feb. 24

City of Chenoa City Council met March 25

By Kristine Gonzales-Abella | Mar 26, 2025

City of Chenoa City Council met Tuesday, March 25

Illinois Wesleyan women's lacrosse falls to DePauw in away game

By McLean County Times | Mar 26, 2025

The Illinois Wesleyan University women's lacrosse team faced a challenging game against DePauw University, resulting in an 18-3 defeat.

Griffin Pohl receives CCIW men's golfer of the week award for third time

By McLean County Times | Mar 26, 2025

For the third time this season, Griffin Pohl has been named the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin Men's Golfer of the Week.

Illinois Wesleyan softball team splits matchup with Illinois College

By McLean County Times | Mar 26, 2025

JACKSONVILLE, Ill. - In a competitive matchup, the Illinois Wesleyan University softball team managed to split their games against Illinois College on Wednesday, March 26.

Illinois State track & field begins outdoor season across three meets

By McLean County Times | Mar 26, 2025

The Illinois State track and field team is preparing to kick off its 2025 outdoor season with participation in three separate events over the weekend.

Illinois State Redbirds win Purple College Basketball Invitational against Cleveland State

By McLean County Times | Mar 26, 2025

The Illinois State Redbirds secured a victory in the 2025 Purple College Basketball Invitational, defeating the Cleveland State Vikings with a final score of 79-68.

Illinois State faces Abilene Christian in historic first meeting

By McLean County Times | Mar 26, 2025

Illinois State University's women's basketball team is set to face Abilene Christian for the first time in the WNIT Super 16 at Shirk Center.

Illinois State baseball triumphs over SIUE Cougars with early offensive surge

By McLean County Times | Mar 26, 2025

The Illinois State baseball team secured a victory against the SIUE Cougars with a 9-3 win on Wednesday evening in Edwardsville, Illinois.

Illinois Wesleyan set to open conference play against North Park

By McLean County Times | Mar 26, 2025

BLOOMINGTON, Ill.– The Illinois Wesleyan University baseball team is preparing for their College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin opener against North Park University on March 28 at 5 p.m. After this home game, the team heads to North Park for...

Resolution seeks to declare Route 66 centennial year

By McLean County Times | Mar 26, 2025

Senator Chris Balkema of Channahon has successfully advanced Senate Joint Resolution 12, a measure aimed at declaring 2026 as the Illinois Route 66 Centennial Year.

Titan Table Talk features IWU sports leaders discussing seasons' progress

By McLean County Times | Mar 26, 2025

In the latest episode of Titan Table Talk, host Tyler Wilson engages in discussions with several prominent figures from Illinois Wesleyan University's sports teams.

Illinois State women’s tennis hosts UNI and Drake for MVC matches

By McLean County Times | Mar 26, 2025

Illinois State University's women's tennis team is set to host two Missouri Valley Conference (MVC) matches this weekend.

Illinois State defeats Drake Bulldogs in tight tennis match

By McLean County Times | Mar 26, 2025

The Illinois State men's tennis team secured a victory against the Drake Bulldogs with a 4-3 win in Des Moines, Iowa.

Illinois State vs. UIC softball series rescheduled due to weather

By McLean County Times | Mar 26, 2025

Due to anticipated rain and storms, the softball series between Illinois State and UIC has been rescheduled.