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A powerful tornado hits Bloomington-Normal — and just five days later, the Rivian plant it damaged is back up and running, rolling new vehicles off the line. That resilience sets the tone for this week’s episode. We break down storm recovery across McLean County, a major housing shortage impacting Illinois families, and a bold new approach to building “missing middle” homes that could help rebuild the middle class. Plus: • The ongoing Illinois State University workers strike • A police incident and community updates in Decatur • Local events, school changes, and new recovery resources • A statewide campground reservation system upgrade • What proposed Medicaid cuts could mean for rural Illinois • A simple but powerful new autism safety program in Piatt County From challenges to comebacks, this week’s stories highlight what makes Central Illinois strong — community, resilience, and the work of rebuilding what matters most. 👉 Subscribe for weekly, family-friendly news that actually affects your life.