Water

The Bloomington City Council voted Monday to create a commission focused on gun violence, but the 5-4 vote shows it’s not a universally-backed idea.

Due to wear and tear over the years, the village frequently experiences watermain breaks, state officials say.

The Main Street Water Main project is big, more than 5,000 feet in length. Two stretches of Main Street would see pipes replaced — between Division Street and Virginia Avenue, and from Beaufort Street to College Avenue.

Illinois water issues are legion. They are pressing. And those who deal with those issues face serious challenges meeting them: Rapidly shifting science, a legacy of underfunded agencies, a reluctant public, and an ever-changing environment.

The Normal Town Council will consider giving $500,000 to Marcfirst to buy land for the Central Illinois Bridge Academy when the council meets on Monday. The money would come from federal pandemic relief aid via the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and allow Marcfirst to partner with the Regional Office of Education.

Fire investigators for the Town of Normal said they are puzzling over why an explosion blew the roof off a well house early Tuesday on East Cherry Street.

A nine-year oversight means the City of Bloomington owes money to the Town of Normal.Normal City Manager Pam Reece said Wednesday the issue is about money…

The City of Bloomington plans to explore additional water supplies to meet an anticipated rise in demand over the next two decades. That's included in the…

Bloomington is looking to replace its aging water meters in the city more efficiently.The City Council on Monday will consider an agreement with Newport…

Bloomington's new ServLine program that insures homeowners against water and sewer leaks and repairs starts May 1.Residents are automatically enrolled in…