NORMAL- The Illinois State Redbirds are back on the road again for a very challenging weekend against the Southern Illinois Salukis and the Missouri State Lady Bears. The Salukis come into this weekend with 4-3 in conference play, and Missouri State has a 6-1 record in the MVC. Head Coach Kristen Gillespie said there are a couple keys that could help them have a successful weekend. "It's gonna be a big […]
Photo courtesy the Student Health Services Homepage NORMAL, Ill.- Local and ISU health officials are working with the Illinois Department of Public Health and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to monitor the Coronavirus outbreak that started in Wuhan, China. “At this time the level of risk to the public remains low, however, if that changes or if there are any confirmed cases within our county, we will share […]
Normal, Ill. - On Friday, January 24, Illinois State University held a Martin Luther King Jr. Cultural Dinner in the Bone Student Center. Prior to the dinner, Angela Rye held press conference where students could ask her questions. Rye was asked if she felt that MLK Jr. would be proud of the progression black Americans have made today since his time. She said, "he would feel there is still progress […]
NORMAL – Struggles continue for the Illinois State Redbirds as they lost their 7th straight game to the Southern Illinois Salukis at home. Despite once having a 10 point lead at one point during the second half the Redbird’s late game turnovers and defensive breakdowns ultimately led to their 2nd half collapse. “In the end we just had to many stretches of bad play in the second half. Turnovers, and […]
NORMAL - Red and white weren't the only colors being displayed on Friday night at Redbird Arena. ISU Athletics hosted their first ever Pride Night at the Women's Basketball game to honor the efforts taken in Bloomington-Normal in support of the LGBTQ+ community. These efforts include education and resources at ISU, such as the LGBTQ+ Student Support Fund. The fund was established a couple years ago and provides emergency funds […]
NORMAL - The Illinois State Redbirds 8-0 start at home came to an end with a 67-69 loss to the Drake Bulldogs in OT. In her third season at the helm of the Redbirds, Head Coach Kristen Gillespie helped the team inch closer to beating Drake, has not had any luck. Coach Gillespie was confident in her team's ability to earn the victory this time around. "I really believed we […]
Photo courtesy of the Grossinger Motors Arena Facebook page BLOOMINGTON, Ill.- The first time ever this Saturday at 5 p.m. the Grossinger Motors Arena will host Bourbon, Brews, BBQ & Blues all in one place. Marketing Coordinator Hannah Shey explained the importance of including local businesses and how the B-4 Festival is designed to bring the community together. Shey said, “Ten distilleries and a handful of restaurants as well. […]
Photo courtesy of Governor Pritzker's Facebook page SPRINGFIELD, Ill.- Governor JB Pritzker spoke on last Friday, January 17 with the University of Illinois Board of Trustees. Pritzker plans to expand its free tuition program for low income families. This shows his concern for more students having more college options. He and his office are making free tuition a priority. Pritzker asked to lift the threshold amount. The board on Thursday […]
NORMAL, Ill.- On Tuesday, January 21 the Normal Town council gathered for their regular meeting and were pressed by the Climate Action campaign to adopt and implement a plan that is designed to protect Normal citizens from extreme weather. The Bloomington and Normal councils have not had any plans in place to protect and serve those within the community who are exposed to the elements. During public comment, lead organizer on the Climate […]
