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Man formerly from Normal sentenced to 24 years for child pornography possession
By WMBD TV NORMAL, Ill. (WMBD) - A Fulton County man was sentenced Tuesday to more than two decades in prison for possessing child pornography. Tyler S. Kiefer, 30, of Vermont but formerly of Normal, ...
25m ago The man now heads to prison. (Photo courtesy: File)
New Illinois Republican Party chair hopes for 'JB fatigue' in tough midterm
By BEN SZALINSKI Capitol News Illinois bszalinski@capitolnewsillinois.com Article Summary New Illinois Republican Party Chair Bob Grogan hopes voters are getting tired of Gov. JB Pritzker and it will ...
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Central Illinois drivers warned of pavement failures amid heat wave
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WMBD) - With high temperatures and humidity, the Illinois Department of Transportation is warning the public to look out for pavement failures. Pavement failures, buckling and blowo...
3h ago
New Department of Early Childhood launches full operations
By PETER HANCOCK Capitol News Illinois phancock@capitolnewsillinois.com Story Summary Gov. JB Pritzker called for creating a new agency in 2023 to consolidate and streamline services for infants and t...
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Pritzker issues disaster proclamation for storm-ravaged counties, including Cook
By BRENDEN MOORE Capitol News Illinois bmoore@capitolnewsillinois.com Article Summary Gov. JB Pritzker issued a disaster declaration in response to sever weather in several counties this spring. Count...
5h ago Gov. JB Pritzker delivers his 2026 State of the State address in the Illinois Capitol on Feb. 18, 2026. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)
Sun safety tips from McLean County Health Department
By WMBD TV BLOOMINGTON, Ill. (WMBD) - In the summer, the sun can pose real dangers if the proper precautions are not taken. The McLean County Health Department is offering some tips to keep you and yo...
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Beat the heat: Local company provides AC tips to keep your home cool
By WMBD TV BLOOMINGTON, Ill. (WMBD) - The extreme heat may have your air conditioning system begging for mercy, but Bratcher Heating and Air Conditioning has some tips to help your system out. In orde...
6h ago
Tazewell County Sheriff warns of impersonator phone scam
TAZEWELL COUNTY, Ill. (WMBD) - The Tazewell County Sheriff's Office is warning residents about a scammer impersonating the agency. The scammer will spoof the sheriff's office's phone number and claim ...
6h ago (Photo courtesy: file)
UPDATED: Incoming PPS school board member sues district over notice violations
By WMBD TV PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) - An incoming member of the Peoria Public Schools Board of Education has filed suit against the district, saying the meeting scheduled Wednesday was not properly noticed...
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McLean County health officials promoting safe sex and HIV prevention
By WMBD TV BLOOMINGTON, Ill. (WMBD) - Talking with a doctor about your sexual health can be embarrassing, but it is vital to keep yourself healthy. Erin O'Malley, PReP for HIV program navigator, or al...
Jun 30, 2026 McLean County Health Department. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File)
