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COVID-19 has overwhelmed New Yorkers. We talk with the head of one of the city's medical systems about it.

There will soon be 30 new houses built in Peoria’s East Bluff neighborhood.

The City of Bloomington says levels of a toxin produced by algae are rising in Lakes Bloomington and Evergreen. The city said in a statement it will be treating parts of the lakes to manage algal growth, starting Thursday.

Drone enthusiasts, be aware – the rules for the small, unmanned aircrafts could be changing in Illinois. A new law bars cities from regulating the use...

NPR's Lulu Garcia-Navarro plays the puzzle with puzzle master Will Shortz and listener Brett Campbell of Portland, Oregon.

Community groups demonstrated before Monday's Bloomington City Council meeting in an effort to revive efforts to pass a welcoming city ordinance.The…

A proposal to phase-in upgrades to the Creativity Center is receiving support from the Bloomington City Council. However, Aldermen want to use…

In the coming weeks we're going to be reporting on urban life in the early 21st century. All Things Considered hosts Melissa Block and Audie Cornish call out to listeners for their input. Stories in this series begin next week.

Gun violence is more than just a big city problem. New research confirms smaller cities are seeing a rise in gun crimes, at rates that are often higher than larger, urban areas.

Normal City Manager Mark Peterson announced Monday he plans to retire in March, ending a three-decade career with the town.Peterson, 58, has served as…