Category Archives: Local News

2 people dead after early morning shooting in Normal
This currently appears to be an isolated incident and there is no immediate safety concern to the public, according to Normal police. (WJBC file photo)By Neil DoyleNORMAL – Police say two people...
Syndicated Author May 29, 2024

One dead after two-car crash in rural McLean County
The crash remains under investigation. (WJBC file photo)By WMBD-TVMCLEAN COUNTY – An Indiana man is dead after a two-car crash in McLean County on Monday.According to the McLean County Coroner...
Syndicated Author May 29, 2024

Bloomington-Normal YMCA offering sensory swimming
Sensory swim is on Sundays beginning June 2 at 3 p.m. (Photo courtesy WMBD-TV)By WMBD-TVBLOOMINGTON – This weekend, the Bloomington-Normal YMCA is introducing sensory swim time.For one hour on S...
Syndicated Author May 29, 2024

Normal to rename aquatic center for former mayor
Normal Mayor Chris Koos shared the news with Karraker's family on May 25, at a memorial service for the former mayor. (Photo Courtesy of WMBD-TV)By WMBD-TV NORMAL – The Town of Normal announced ...
Syndicated Author May 28, 2024

Partnership providing veterans with free tickets to Bloomington shows
Those interested in donating or receiving tickets should reach out or sign up on Vet Tix's Website. (Photo courtesy Flickr/Chaunceydavis81)By WMBD-TVBLOOMINGTON – The city of Bloomington announc...
Syndicated Author May 28, 2024

Illinois hunters bag record number of turkeys
The top five counties were Jo Daviess, 654; Jefferson, 472; Marion, 435; Pope, 397; and Randolph, 395. (WJBC File Photo)By WMBD-TVSPRINGFIELD – The 2024 Illinois spring turkey season netted a st...
Syndicated Author May 28, 2024

IDOT: Lanes reopening where possible for Memorial Day travel
Drivers are urged to pay close attention to changed conditions and signs in the work zones, obey the posted speed limits, refrain from using mobile devices and stay alert for workers and equipment. (W...
Syndicated Author May 24, 2024

Thursday afternoon leaves one man with non-life-threatening injuries
The incident remains under investigation. (Photo courtesy: Normal Police/File)By Blake Haas NORMAL – One man was injured in a shooting Thursday afternoon near the 100 block of W. Shelbourne Dr. ...
Syndicated Author May 23, 2024

The DOJ reaches ADA settlement with CEFCU
The complaint stated that CEFCU said it could not proceed with a third party on the phone. (Photo courtesy: Pixabay/File)By WMBD TV PEORIA – The Department of Justice announced that it has enter...
Syndicated Author May 23, 2024

Flash back in time: American Giant’s Museum officially opens this weekend in Atlanta
The museum officially opens to the public this weekend. (Photo courtesy: Atlanta Illinois Tourism/Facebook)By Dave Dahl SPRINGFIELD – Years in the making, the American Giant’s Museum offic...
Syndicated Author May 23, 2024