Category Archives: Local News
Mt. Pisgah to resume worship in old building after vandalism
Mt. Pisgah is one of the oldest Black churches in Bloomington. (Photo courtesy WMBD-TV)By WMBD-TVBLOOMINGTON – The Mt. Pisgah congregation will return to their old building next Sunday after it ...
May 20, 2024
District 87 Supt. signs a four-year contract extension
Dr. David Mouser spoke with WJBC’s Scott Miller. (Photo courtesy: District 87/File)By Blake Haas BLOOMINGTON – A local superintendent plans to remain the leader of District 87 for ano...
May 17, 2024
BPD stepping up traffic enforcement ahead of Memorial Day
The detail is made possible by the Illinois Department of Transportation. (Photo courtesy: Bloomington Police/Facebook) By Blake Haas BLOOMINGTON – Expect to see more police officers on the road...
May 17, 2024
ISU Board of Trustees sign off on increase to student fees, housing, and meal plans
Illinois State University leaders approved the increase Friday morning. (Photo courtesy: ISU/Facebook)By Blake Haas NORMAL – Board of Trustee members at Illinois State University approved a prop...
May 17, 2024
Leaders from Central Catholic break ground on a new football field and track
Central Catholic High School President Sean Foster visited WJBC’s Afternoon Show. (Photo courtesy: Blake Haas/WJBC)By Blake Haas BLOOMINGTON – Construction workers broke ground on a new fo...
May 16, 2024
Former NFD Fire Chief passes away
Retired Chief George Cermak joined the force in 1969. (Photo courtesy: NFD/Facebook)By Blake Haas NORMAL – A former long-time Normal Fire Department fire chief passed away Thursday morning.Retir...
May 16, 2024
Bloomington-Normal officials react to Regional Housing Recovery Plan
By WMBD-TVMCLEAN COUNTY – The McLean County Regional Planning Commission is making rounds presenting the Regional Housing Recovery Plan. The purpose of the plan is to address the housing crisis ...
May 16, 2024
Twin Cities showcase features over 100 local businesses
The McLean County Chamber of Commerce showcased the entrepreneurial spirit and vibrant business community within the Twin Cities during the event on Wednesday. (Photo courtesy WMBD-TV)By WMBD-TVNORMAL...
May 16, 2024
Unit 5 School Board approves new secure entrances, 15 cent lunch increase
The Unit 5 School Board met on Wednesday night. (Photo courtesy WMBD-TV)By WMBD-TVNORMAL – The Unit 5 School Board met on Wednesday and approved multiple items unanimously as part of their conse...
May 16, 2024
ISU Board of Trustees to vote on tuition, room and board, and dining increase on Friday
Illinois State Board of Trustee members including President Dr. Aondover Tarhule plan to vote later this week. (Photo courtesy: Blake Haas/WJBC) By Blake Haas NORMAL – The Board of Trustees at I...
May 15, 2024
