Category Archives: Local News
Voter turnout expected to be low for special election
McLean County Clerk Kathy Michael said the special election to replace former Congressman Aaron Schock is not generating much excitement. (WJBC file photo)By Terry JamesVoters in the 18th Congressiona...
Sep 09, 2015
Davis: Not enough support to rebuke Iran nuclear deal
U.S. Rep. Rodney Davis said it doesn’t appear that his party has enough votes to formally oppose President Obama’s Iran nuclear deal. (WJBC file photo) By Eric Stock WASHINGTON – U.S...
Sep 09, 2015
Bloomington alderman: There’s been little talk of sales tax hike
Bloomington alderman David Sage co-chairs the city’s budget task force. (Photo courtesy www.cityblm.org) By Eric Stock BLOOMINGTON – Even though Bloomington could vote on a sales tax incre...
Sep 09, 2015
Eldorado Road in Bloomington to close
By WJBC Staff BLOOMINGTON – Eldorado Road will be closed to through traffic in front of 406 S. Eldorado Road for storm sewer repairs. The road will be closed for approximately two weeks. Drivers...
Sep 09, 2015
Normal approves sales tax increase
The one percent increase also needs the support of Bloomington. (Adam Studzinski/WJBC)By Adam StudzinskiNORMAL – A one percent sales tax increase is a step closer to reality after the Normal Tow...
Sep 08, 2015
Fell Avenue close for electric pole work
By WJBC StaffNORMAL – Fell Avenue between Beaufort Street and Irving Street will be closed to all traffic Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. for overhead electric pole relocation work.
Sep 08, 2015
Rep. Bennett: Illinois is deteriorating
State Rep. Tom Bennett is one of many legislators who does not know when Illinois might have a budget. (WJEZ file photo)By Adam StudzinskiBLOOMINGTON – One state representative said Illinois is ...
Sep 08, 2015
NAACP recognizes Bloomington Chief Heffner
The NAACP is honoring Bloomington Police Chief Brendan Heffner. (Courtesy Bloomington Police Department)By Terry JamesBLOOMINGTON – A major honor for Bloomington Police Chief Brendan Heffner.The...
Sep 08, 2015
B-N Police Blotter: Fri. Sep. 4, 2015 – Mon. Sep. 7, 2015
By WJBC Staff A look at reported offenses in Bloomington, Normal and on the Illinois State University campus. Reports do not indicate confirmed offenses. Fri. Sep. 4, 2015 City of Bloomington Call Tim...
Sep 08, 2015
Race for the Cure honorary chair gives back after recovery
The fifth annual Bloomington-Normal Komen Race for the Cure is Saturday at State Farm Corporate South. (WJBC file photo) By Eric Stock BLOOMINGTON – A local breast cancer survivor is paying it f...
Sep 08, 2015
