Survey: Americans looking past looming 'fiscal cliff,' see optimism

All the doom-and-gloom talk about the fiscal cliff hasn't deterred many Americans. Read More

Obama to speak at Newton, Conn., vigil for victims

Federal agents plan to fan out to gun stores and shooting ranges across Connecticut seeking clues to the life of the gunman who killed 26 children and adults in an elementary school. Read More

House ethics review targets US Rep Aaron Schock

U.S. Rep. Aaron Schock is under investigation by the House Ethics Committee. Read More

Normal promotes 'green' Christmas by pushing recycling carts as gifts

Public works officials in Normal are pushing a holiday gift that keeps on giving - recycling carts. Read More

ISU starts search for Bowman's replacement

Illinois State University is officially beginning down the road to finding a new president. Read More

Religion in the News, Dec.16, 2012

Connecticut Church Holds Vigil for Newtown School Shooting Victims (CNN) They packed the pews to remember, mourn and pray. What else can you do? "Peoples' children, brothers and sisters wer. Read More

Prescription drug abuse draws attention of Tazewell County Coroner

After 60 days on the job, the Tazewell County Coroner says he wants to see more focus on prescription drug addiction. Read More

Fight for Bloomington Ward 5 hits the courtroom

Ward 5 Alderman Jennifer McDade has officially filed her appeal of the Bloomington Election Commission's decision to remove her from the April ballot. Read More

'Sounds of Christmas' fill State Farm's HQ [PHOTOS]

By WJBC Staff BLOOMINGTON - "The Sounds of Christmas 2012" united musicians, vocalists and fans Saturday night inside the bedecked atrium of State Farm Insurance’s corporate headquarters. Th... Read More

Explaining the indescribable: The parental challenge

Talking to your kids about the events in Connecticut on Friday may prove to be a difficult task. Read More