Normas Director of Zoning and Planning Mercy Davison said town staff is making great progress in the town’s Vision 2050/Sustainability plan. Davison gave an update to the Normal Town Council at Monday's meeting.

Bloomington and Normal have both returned to their former policies concerning recreational fires.

After twice failing to pass an energy reform package this year, lawmakers and renewable energy advocates are aiming to reach a deal in time for a brief legislative session in October.

The implementation of climate and environmental policy may become more challenging during the Trump administration, but the fight is far from over, according to one national environmental advocate.

In an effort to modernize wastewater treatment, the Bloomington-Normal Water Reclamation District [BNWRD] and Illinois State University’s Center for a Sustainable Water Future are forming a partnership to bring green infrastructure directly to Twin City residents.

Waterfowl repeatedly get caught in fishing line and hooks across the nation and at Miller Park Lake in Bloomington, according to local experts.

The Sunflower Days Festival at Rader Family Farms in Normal is for the community to admire, take photos and pick their favorite flowers.

A Facebook group providing frequent reports on weather events in Central Illinois has gained traction.

Gov. JB Pritzker has signed legislation that clean water advocates say will reduce toxic water pollution.

Ameren Illinois will give the Town of Normal money to help it implement a transportation electrification plan developed with the utility company.