Category Archives: Local News
New chairman of the Illinois Republican Party
Don Tracy, the new chairman of the Illinois Republican Party, says there is much reason for optimism – and some big goals – for 2022. (illinois.gop) By Dave DahlSPRINGFIELD – As...
Feb 15, 2021
Heartland Community College students face possible tuition, fee hike
Heartland’s leaders say even with the increase, the school will remain the district’s most affordable higher education option. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File)By Heart of Illinois ABCNORMAL ...
Feb 15, 2021
Governor rolls out his budget proposal Wednesday
The governor's office said there's no tax increase, but the businesses which have been benefiting from those loopholes may say, au contraire. (Neil Doyle/WJBC) By Dave DahlSPRINGFIELD – We'...
Feb 15, 2021
Early morning train derailment
There were no injuries and no hazardous materials were being carried. (PHOTO:Scott Miller, WJBC) BY WJBC News Staff******** UPDATE: Ameren and Nicor crews are on the scene with railroad crews eva...
Feb 13, 2021
Radio Bloomington St. Jude Radiothon raises $91,426
Since St. Jude was found in 1962, the survival rate for childhood cancer has risen from 20 percent to almost 90 percent today. (Photo courtesy: St. Jude)By WJBC StaffBLOOMINGTON – The 13th annua...
Feb 12, 2021
It’s a Presidential birthday
Lincoln, born 212 years ago Friday, had no idea an unconventional president in the 21st Century would be impeached twice and accused of fomenting a deadly insurrection upon our own government. (Dave D...
Feb 12, 2021
Extreme cold this weekend dangerous for people and pets
Meanwhile, a lot of dogs are spending more time inside due to the winter. Dr. Val says you can switch out toys and practice obedience training to help keep them entertained. (WJBC file photo) By ...
Feb 12, 2021
Government aid approved for McLean County’s homeless
Meantime, the county board voted 17-1 to increase boat rental costs at Comlara Park. (Photo courtesy: Heart of Illinois ABC) By Heart of Illinois ABC BLOOMINGTON – The McLean County Board on Thu...
Feb 12, 2021
Trying to polish the image of Illinois’ infamous invasive fish
Kevin Irons says there's evidence a name change – which could be announced this summer for Asian Carp – can work. (WJBC file photo) By Dave Dahl SPRINGFIELD – It's not that Ke...
Feb 12, 2021
McLean County roadway to be renamed in honor of late highway department worker
Scott Bundy. (Photo courtesy: McLean County Highway Department) By Heart of Illinois ABC BLOOMINGTON – McLean County government is renaming a portion of a highly-traveled road in memory of a for...
Feb 12, 2021
