A group of workers trying to unionize Rivian’s manufacturing plant in Normal say they are growing frustrated with an apparent pullback in support from the United Auto Workers.

The Trump administration is suing the State of Illinois to stop it from applying its gambling laws to prediction markets such as Kalshi or Polymarket, the latest salvo in an ongoing regulatory battle over who gets to regulate the multibillion dollar markets.

The Illinois House has passed a bill requiring insurance companies get approval for rate increases and give a 60-day notice to customers if they increase rates more than 10%. Insurance companies said this could raise rates in the long term and does not address the real cause of the rate increases.

Illinois businesses advocated for more funding to child care facilities as demand for services remains high. ReadyNation Illinois came out with a report that Illinois is losing $6.2 billion each year because of the child care crisis.

Bloomington City Manager Jeff Jurgens said he's pleased with the redevelopment of the former Pantagraph print building on West Jefferson Street. The building has reopened with the 8 Bit Arcade, a retro-style video game and pinball arcade and bar on the main floor.

The Bloomington-Normal Economic Development Council has named an interim chief executive officer. Tyler Cravens will hold the position while the council conducts a national search for someone to succeed Patrick Hoban.

Adam Elpayaa was recognized as one of the top pizza makers at the International Pizza Expo in Las Vegas. The event hosted 780 competitors from around the world.

The Illinois State Credit Union, in partnership with the Bloomington Public Library, is offering financial literacy sessions next month. The financial education sessions are offered in both languages to ensure accessibility. The English session is on April 14, and the Spanish session is April 21.

Redevelopment of one of Bloomington’s most prominent downtown buildings will occur in phases, with the initial phase beginning in July and targeted for completion by the middle of next year.

Ten of the 11 people who spoke during the public comments portion of Monday’s Bloomington City Council meeting voiced opposition to a perceived possibility of a data center development south of Central Illinois Regional Airport.