Ecology Action Center

Titled BN-CARE, the project places air quality sensors in three Twin City environmental justice areas, so-named for higher risk of residents developing cardiopulmonary disease.

The source of the paint spill was a business along Gill Street, according to a statement from the City of Bloomington. The business was not identified.

The Ecology Action Center in Normal has announced a household hazardous waste collection event for Sept. 28. The event is being held to provide a convenient and safe way for residents to dispose of hazardous materials.

McLean County registered its highest recycling rate ever last year. Nearly 48% of all municipal solid waste produced in the county did not go to a landfill.

Even for those who are on board about recycling in McLean County, there’s confusion about what can be recycled — and perhaps some laziness about contamination. Those are among the results of a survey by the Stevenson Center for Community and Economic Development for the Ecology Action Center in Normal.

The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has awarded just over $900,000 to four recipients in the state — including McLean County. It’s part of the first round of Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) funding.

McLean County's recycling rate could take a hit after bulk waste hauler LRS Henson Disposal chose not to renew its contract with the City of Bloomington.

March is Women’s History Month, and all this month WGLT is recognizing 21 women who shaped Bloomington-Normal. One will be featured every weekday. Follow along at WGLT.org/21Women.

The Town of Normal should revisit the recycling program for apartment complexes and multi-unit developments, according to Mayor Chris Koos.

The Ecology Action Center in Normal will get nearly $500,000 in federal grant money to grow more trees and study climate change vulnerabilities in the Bloomington-Normal community.