Category Archives: Local News
McLean County Sheriff’s deputies help woman in need
The Deputies fixed the roof on Thursday. (Photo courtesy: Heart of Illinois ABC)By Heart of Illinois ABCBLOOMINGTON – McLean County Sheriff’s deputies showed how they are more than just a ...
Jun 25, 2021
ISU Police Chief calls former Minneapolis cop sentencing “appropriate”
Illinois State University Police Chief Aaron Woodruff. (Photo courtesy: ISU/File) By Blake Haas NORMAL – Illinois State University top cop is calling the 22.5-year prison sentence for a former M...
Jun 25, 2021
Davis recognizes retiring ISU President Larry Dietz
U.S. Rep. Rodney Davis, R-Taylorville. (Scott Miller/WJBC) By Neil Doyle WASHINGTON – A Central Illinois Congressman recognized Illinois State University President Dr. Larry Dietz on the ...
Jun 25, 2021
Flash flood watch through Saturday morning
With the heavy rain over the next few days, people are being reminded to not drive through moving or standing water. (WJBC file photo) By Neil Doyle BLOOMINGTON – Plenty of rain is expected as w...
Jun 25, 2021
McLean County Board to consider approval of massive wind farm
The company’s proposal won the unanimous backing of the McLean County Zoning Board of Appeals earlier this week. The McLean County Board will have the final say at its July 15 meeting. (WJBC fil...
Jun 25, 2021
Heavy rainfall expected over the weekend
Precipitation totals could reach four to six inches over the next couple of days.(Photo courtesy Pixabay) By Blake Haas BLOOMINGTON – Heavy rainfall is expected throughout the weekend, leaving a...
Jun 24, 2021
Auburn man charged with federal offenses for participating in Capitol Insurrection
Since the deadly capitol insurrection 465 people have been arrested. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/FIle) By Blake Haas AUBURN – An Auburn, Illinois, was arrested on Thursday for crimes related to the U....
Jun 24, 2021
Unit 5 schools provide free meals for local children throughout summer
Kits are labeled perishable or non-perishable, with menus so families have an idea of what is being served. (Photo courtesy: Heart of Illinois ABC)By Heart of Illinois ABCBLOOMINGTON – Unit 5 is...
Jun 24, 2021
Fall leaf collection could look different in Bloomington
Bloomington City Council member Jamie Mathy says he and other council members are looking for public input. (WJBC file photo) By Neil DoyleBLOOMINGTON – The City of Bloomington is exploring...
Jun 24, 2021
District 87 will require masks when school starts in August
District 87 Superintendent Dr. Barry Reilly released an update Wednesday with current plans for a return to school in August. (WJBC File Photo) By Neil DoyleBLOOMINGTON – At this time, the ...
Jun 24, 2021
