Category Archives: Local News
B-N Police Blotter: Thu. Oct. 20, 2016
By WJBC StaffA look at reported offenses in Bloomington, Normal and on the Illinois State University campus. Reports do not indicate confirmed offenses.Thu. Oct. 20, 2016City of Bloomington has yet to...
Oct 21, 2016
Lane closure caused by Uptown construction
By WJBC StaffNORMAL – Due to construction of One Uptown on the circle, the westbound lane of West Beaufort Street will be closed beginning Monday to all traffic from Uptown Circle to the Uptown ...
Oct 21, 2016
West Jefferson in Bloomington to close
By WJBC StaffBLOOMINGTON – The 900 block of West Jefferson Street will be closed to thru traffic for an emergency sewer repair.Drivers should find alternate routes. For questions, contact the Bl...
Oct 21, 2016
GOP strategist: Trump’s strong debate start turned sour after ‘nasty’ remark
Donald Trump said during Wednesday’s debate that he will wait and see whether he will accept the results of the Nov. 8 election. (Photo by Gage Skidmore’flickr)By Eric StockCHICAGO –...
Oct 20, 2016
Eastside highway on hold; some residents still fighting proposed route
Engineers say a proposed eastside highway in McLean County is on the shelf unless recent population trends change. (Adam Studzinski/WJBC)By Adam StudzinskiBLOOMINGTON – Residents stand mostly ag...
Oct 20, 2016
Route 66 bike path to be expanded
A new section of the Route 66 bike path is expected near Shirley and Funks Grove. (Photo courtesy Flickr/MichaelCornelius)By Terry JamesSHIRLEY – A grant from the state will help expand the Hist...
Oct 19, 2016
Man wanted for molesting minors captured
Watts was captured in Sacramento. (Courtesy BPD and NPD)By Terry JamesBLOOMINGTON – An accused sexual predator from Bloomington has been arrested in California.24 year old Deondre Watts of Bloom...
Oct 19, 2016
Bloomington-Normal residents speak against potential Eastside Highway
Residents had a chance to view where the road would be on Wednesday. (Adam Studzinski/WJBC)By Adam StudzinskiBLOOMINGTON – Residents stand mostly against the long discussed potential Eastside Hi...
Oct 19, 2016
Motorcyclist in Bloomington crash upgraded to fair condition
The motorcyclist in a crash at Bunn and Hazel streets in Bloomington has been upgraded to fair condition. (Photo by Kevin Embry)By Eric StockBLOOMINGTON – The condition of the motorcyclist who c...
Oct 18, 2016
District 87 chief: Teacher murder charges sending ‘shockwaves’ through district
BHS teacher Sarah Mellor has been charged with murdering her husband. (WJBC file photo)By Adam StudzinskiBLOOMINGTON – District 87 is focusing on the needs of its students and staff after a Bloo...
Oct 18, 2016
