Religion

The Jewish high holidays, a two-week period of reflection, celebration and atonement, is taking place as the ongoing Middle East conflict escalates. The Rabbi of Bloomington-Normal's only synagogue said the best way to support differences of opinion about the war within her congregation is to listen.

Bloomington-based rapper and hip-hop artist Darīus will showcase new music at Make Music Normal later this month. Ahead of the show, Williams talks to WGLT about his journey in music.

Faith leaders in Bloomington-Normal came together Wednesday in Uptown Normal in protest and prayer, asking Congress to vote no on President Donald Trump’s reconciliation bill.

Bloomington Central Catholic High School Assistant Principal Lauren Booth happened to be in Rome when Pope Francis died Monday. She shared with WGLT her thoughts of Pope Francis and how he impacted Central Catholic and young people in general.

Central Catholic will hold a Mass to pray for Francis' soul during school Wednesday.

The McLean County Historical Society announced the recipients of the 2025 History Makers Awards Wednesday at the McLean County Museum of History.

The Islamic Center of McLean County continues to expand as Ramadan observances comes to a close.

Catholic groups including parishes, schools and social service agencies are the biggest recipients of donations and other payments from campaign committees, along with organizations identifying as Baptist.

Eddie Perkins was previously a roving minister at McLean County Jail and ministers to the congregation of Bridge of Hope Church in Normal.

White Horse Academy, a private Christian school in Normal, plans to open this fall. Head of School and Teacher Sarah Fletcher and School Board President Drew Martin said White Horse’s specific style of education differs from what other schools in the area offer.