NORMAL, Ill. –  According to the Los Angeles Times,  the results of the 2024 presidential election have led conservative parental groups to push further to limit books they deem inappropriate or immoral. Bloomington Public Library Director Jeanne Hamilton explains what exactly goes into  “We have seen recently that states are putting laws in place that […] The post Bloomington Public Library Director explains the current state of book censorship appeared first on WZND Fuzed Radio.

Image Courtesy of The Normal Trades and Labor Assembly Facebook Page NORMAL, Ill. — Members of the Laborers International Union of North America Local 362 are picketing at the Marriott Hotel in Uptown Normal over Edelman Construction Inc.’s lack of contract and substandard wages for employees. Ronnie Paul is the business manager for Laborer’s Local […] The post LIUNA Local 362 Picket outside the Bloomington-Normal Marriott appeared first on WZND Fuzed Radio.

This week, Flashback Friday kicked off the Christmas season with their favorite holiday hits. Cami, Niyah, and Gabe included songs like “Baby it’s Cold Outside,” “Blue Christmas,” and “Wonderful Christmastime.” Their full picks are linked below, and the crew will be off for thanksgiving next week before wrapping up the semester. The post Flashback Friday “Bundle-Up Beats” appeared first on WZND Fuzed Radio.

Image courtesy of the Bloomington Bison BLOOMINGTON, Ill. — The Bloomington Bison stand one game below .500 at a record of 6-5 throughout the first month of play in the inaugural season.   “The important thing is our game is trending the right trajectory,” Head Coach Barski said. “I think our guys are coming together, and […] The post Early stage check-in with Coach Barski and the Bison appeared first on WZND Fuzed Radio.

Image Courtesy of Illinois State Athletics  NORMAL, Ill. – The Redbirds approach the final week of the regular season with high hopes for the playoffs, but they still have one more opponent to take care of before worrying about the Postseason. Following a 31-19 victory over Indiana State, Coach Spack embraced the microphone after dominating […] The post Redbird Football Approaches Senior Day Looking For 5th Straight Win appeared first on WZND Fuzed Radio.

Image Courtesy of Illinois State Athletics  NORMAL, Ill. – Illinois State Volleyball (16-15) was able to get back over the .500 mark on the last day of the regular season, defeating archrival Bradley University (15-15) in a thrilling four sets. Things started out hot for the Redbirds, who were able to pull out a convincing 25-19 […] The post Redbird Volleyball Topples the Braves and claim the No. 4 Seed in the MVC Tournament appeared first on WZND Fuzed Radio.

NORMAL Ill. – After a very impressive regular season and playoffs up to this point, UHigh football is set for their first semifinal game in program history this Saturday. UHigh coach Brody Walworth, the Pioneers’ head coach for the last four years, discussed the team’s success to this point and emphasized their upcoming semifinal matchup. […] The post UHigh On a Mission for State Championship Glory appeared first on WZND Fuzed Radio.

Image courtesy of the Aurora Police Department BLOOMINGTON, Ill. – As December approaches, Bloomington officers are getting set to give back to the community by hosting their annual Shop with a Hero event on Dec 12.  Formerly known as “Shop with a Cop,” the nationwide program serves low-income families during the holiday season. In partnership […] The post Bloomington Police Department to participate in annual holiday charity event appeared first on WZND Fuzed Radio.