The Consolidated election for McLean County took place today, April 1. Out of the 66,268 voters registered in McLean County, 16,874 cast their ballot in this election, resulting in about a 25.46% voter turnout rate. The McLean County proposition to impose a countywide school sales tax was passed with 9,041 votes in Bloomington and 8,374 votes from the rest of McLean County. Normal Mayor Chris Koos won by 45.85% of […]
Image courtesy of the UFISU official Instagram page NORMAL, Ill. - Conversation about a possible strike on Illinois State University’s campus has swept through university classrooms for the past few weeks after members of the United Faculty of ISU (UFISU) voted to support a strike if President Tarhule and the ISU administration refuse to reach a fair agreement of contract terms on March 21.Bargaining for the contract between UFISU and […]
NORMAL, Ill. – Illinois State University and Heartland Community College are collaborating to host the Southeast Asian Cultural Festival from April 1 to April 4, offering students and community members an opportunity to explore the vibrant cultures of Southeast Asia. HCC Study Abroad Coordinator Zachary Petrea, shared insights into the planning process and the festival’s significance. “This is the third year this festival will be taking place," Petrea said. "Each […]
Image courtesy of the UFISU official Instagram page The WZND Newsroom will continue to update this developing story as it develops. The following information is accurate as of 4/4/2025 at 4:30 p.m. NORMAL, Ill. - UFISU and the university have reached a tentative agreement many bargaining sessions. The details of the agreement may be released at a later date. The following information is accurate as of 4/4/2025 at […]
This week, the Flashback Friday team brought you the the best that Radio Gaga can offer. Their playlist for the week, linked below, includes songs from artists like Lady Gaga, Queen, and Elton John. Make sure to tune in next week to hear their "Crusin, through the 2000s" songs!
Image courtesy of Redbird Life NORMAL, Ill. – The Illinois State Police Department is leading a no touch introductory self defense class. Redbird Aware begins with an hour and a half long presentation and discussion of safety and prevention tips, followed by an hour of learning stances and moves aimed at startling an aggressor and get to safety. “With some self defense classes in the area, whether you want to […]
Image Courtesy of Illinois State University NORMAL, Ill. - City Council Member Cody Hendricks is running for Mayor of Bloomington in the upcoming municipal election. He explained his biggest goal if elected and how he plans to translate his council experience to the mayor position. “I've been on the council for two and a half years now," Hendricks said. "You know some of the big accomplishments would be around the […]
Image courtesy of the Red Note Music Festival's official Instagram page NORMAL, Ill. - The Red Note Music Festival is coming back to ISU this week featuring composition contests and professional musician performances. Red Note Music Festival Director Carl Schimmel shared what the planning process is like, who will be performing and what the event entails for ISU Students. “We plan the festival about a year in advance, planning takes […]
Image Courtesy of Redbird Athletics NORMAL, Ill. - Illinois State Gymnastics topped the podium with a 196.025 at the MIC Championships on Friday, making it the Redbirds' second conference meet victory in the past three years. The meet was hosted at The Gold Dome in Shreveport, Louisiana, where ISU took down their three conference opponents, Texas Woman's, who scored 194.800; Southeast Missouri State, who scored 194.725; and Centenary College, who […]
Image Courtesy of Redbird Athletics NORMAL, Ill. — To kick off postseason play for the Redbirds, Shannon Dowell and Elyse Knudsen combined for 51 points as ISU beat Western Illinois, 90-80. Aside from Dowell and Knudsen, 3 other Redbirds Maya Wong (15 pts), Addison Martin, and Neveah Thomas (12 pts each) finished the game with double-figure points. Collectively, the Redbirds shot 54.7% from the floor and 52.5% from deep while […]
