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Birds-I-View: Women in Media

Women have come a long way since the early decades that created gender roles and sexist expectations for women. In most businesses, men used to conquer the field. Fortunately, the strong will of women has changed this and is continuing to do so today. As March is dedicated to celebrating these empowering women, it is an appropriate time to honor women closer to home in the community.   One woman who has been a voice for the Bloomington-Normal community for a long time is WJBC News Director Katherine […]

todayApril 3, 2020

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Illinois reaches over 7,500 COVID-19 cases

CHICAGO, Ill. - Illinois Department of Public Health announced 715 new cases of COVID-19 and an additional 16 deaths. Illinois is now at a total of 7,695 cases of the virus and 157 deaths. Cases have reached 61 out of the 102 counties. McLean County health officials reported an additional 11 cases of the virus today. This brings the county total to 31 cases and two deaths.

todayApril 2, 2020

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McLean GOP chair responds to Black Lives Matter

Photo courtesy to McLean County Sheriff Facebook page BLOOMINGTON, Ill.- As the rate of COVID-19 cases continue to climb, incarcerated individuals and employed staff at the McLean County Jail are at heightened risk for contracting the virus. In response, the Black Lives Matter chapter of Bloomington-Normal, Bloomington-Normal Chapter of the Democratic Socialists of America, and Illinois People’s Action joined state advocates in calling for local criminal justice leaders to slow […]

todayApril 2, 2020

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Local church: This pandemic will change us for the better

Photo courtesy to Nexus Facebook page BLOOMINGTON, Ill.- The Nexus church in Bloomington-Normal is just two years old, but has been broadcasting via live stream since the beginning. Nexus church had to make the hard call four weeks ago and shut down their building and move completely to online, but according the Lead Pastor Stacey Lux their people have responded very well. "We have consistently had over 1300 views and […]

todayApril 1, 2020

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Local News

Bird’s-I-View: Women in Politics

Bloomington-Normal women are making a difference in a variety of ways. Women in local government and politics are the voices and leaders of the Normal, Bloomington and McLean County communities. But what is it truly like for these women?   Being a woman can completely change the nature of politics and local government. However, City Manager Pamela Reece believes Normal is much farther ahead than many other communities.   “Each time a strong woman in leadership […]

todayApril 1, 2020

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COVID-19

An Inside Look: Spring Commencement

Photo courtesy to Illinois State University NORMAL, Ill.- Despite the impact of COVID-19 on Spring 2020 Commencement ceremonies, Illinois State University wants to provide Spring and Summer 2020 graduates with as many elements of the typical commencement experience as possible. "Commencement ceremonies represent a chance to recognize the time and hard work each graduate has invested in their education," said Associate Dean of Students Jill Benson. "They also represent a chance […]

todayMarch 31, 2020

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Local parents struggle with the New Reality of COVID-19

Photo courtesy to District 87 website BLOOMINGTON, Ill.- Local parents try to adjust to the new way of life that has affected their home. "We struggle in our household," said Dan Seaway, an employee at State Farm and parent of Devon.  Devon is a student at Oakland Elementary School. Seaway is working from home during the day. Devon's mother, Lisa Fay has been working day-in and day-out as a medical-surgical nurse […]

todayMarch 30, 2020

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United Way Coalition is Feeding Bloomington-Normal

Photo courtesy to United Way website BLOOMINGTON, Ill.- United Way of McLean County is responding to gaps in food access with a new collaborative effort to address hunger. This initiative brings together local businesses such as grocery stores, restaurants and local farmers to provide food for impacted families. “The aim is to stabilize food access for families impacted by COVID-19 while also providing income to local businesses and farms so […]

todayMarch 30, 2020

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ISU News

Bird’s-I-View: Women in Education

As we approach the end of Women’s History Month, it’s important to honor the women that help create a better community. Bloomington-Normal is made up of powerful women within the community, including many teachers, local politicians and women in media.  From student-teachers to the elementary and administrative levels, women in education have proven to dedicate their careers to our future. Illinois State University’s Provost Jan Murphy is an example of […]

todayMarch 30, 2020