Category Archives: Local News
Alton man behind bars in McLean County on multiple weapon charges
Michael Stokich, 35, of Alton. (Photo courtesy: LeRoy Police/Facebook) By Blake HaasLEROY – An Alton man is behind bars in McLean County for allegedly keeping a woman hostage in LeRoy over the w...
Jul 11, 2022
Little libraries burned to ground across Bloomington-Normal
There are over 40 little libraries throughout Bloomington-Normal, with a few being burned down over the past week. (Pixabay)By Jake FogalBLOOMINGTON – A recent uptick in book boxes being set on ...
Jul 11, 2022
Illinois 4th grader competing to win Doodle for Google contest
Fourth grader Amelia Winter of Freeport is Illinois’ winner, and she dedicated her doodle to her dog Dasher. (Doodle for Google)By Jake FogalFREEPORT – The fourteenth annual Doodle for Goo...
Jul 11, 2022
Gasoline prices in Illinois down 45 cents over last month
The cheapest station in the state is $4.09, while the most expensive is $6.79 a gallon. (Flickr)By Jake FogalBLOOMINGTON – Illinois gas prices have dropped 16 cents per gallon in the past week, ...
Jul 11, 2022
Local gun raffle sparks tension between McLean County political parties
The raffle is part of McLean County Republicans Day Friday, July 22 at 6:30 p.m. at The Corn Crib in Normal. (HOI ABC)By HOI ABCMCLEAN COUNTY – McLean County Republicans are planning a party at ...
Jul 11, 2022
Rivian automotive on track to build 25K vehicles in 2022
The Normal-based manufacturer made the announcement on Wednesday. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File photo) By Blake HaasNORMAL – Electric-vehicle manufacturer Rivian Automotive (RIVN) is on track to bu...
Jul 06, 2022
McLean County Coroner ID’s 22-year old in late June fatal crash
The accident remains under investigation. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File) By Blake HaasBLOOMINGTON – The McLean County Coroner’s Office is releasing the identification of a 22-year-old Normal ...
Jul 06, 2022
American Idol winner Maddie Poppe joining Leah Marlene for Corn Crib concert
Marlene announced via her Facebook Tuesday that former American Idol winner Maddie Poppe will join the event.(Leah Marlene/Facebook)By Jake FogalBLOOMINGTON – Later this summer, American Idol fi...
Jul 06, 2022
Tazewell deputy receives national recognition for keeping teen drivers safe on the road
Tazewell County Sheriff’s Deputy John Shallenberger. (Photo courtesy Heart of Illinois ABC)By HOI ABCTAZEWELL COUNTY – Tazewell County Sheriff's Deputy John Shallenberger has received a na...
Jul 06, 2022
USDA crop report: Winter wheat harvesting jumped by 21 points in Illinois
Winter wheat harvested for grain was 87 percent, compared to the 5-year average of 79 percent. (WJBC file photo)By USDASPRINGFIELD – There were 6.4 days suitable for field work during the week e...
Jul 06, 2022
