Category Archives: Local News

Bloomington teenager and man face separate gun charges in McLean County
Police report the investigation in both cases are ongoing. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File) By Blake HaasBLOOMINGTON – A teenager and a Bloomington man face separate gun charges in McLean county.On T...
Syndicated Author Oct 14, 2022

Optimistic forecast for corn and soybean yields in Illinois
Based on October 1 conditions, the Illinois corn yield is forecast at a record 210 bushels per acre, up 8 bushels from 2021. (WJBC file photo)By USDACorn: Planted area is estimated at 10.8 million acr...
Syndicated Author Oct 14, 2022

McLean County Board approves 4 solar power projects, rewards administrator with pay raise
The new special use permit is for a solar farm on almost 81 acres in Bloomington Township, just north of Old Colonial Road and 1600 East Road. (WJBC file photo)By 25 NewsBLOOMINGTON – The McLean...
Syndicated Author Oct 14, 2022

Bloomington man jailed in connection to July stabbing in Normal
On July 29th, Normal Police were called to Charlotte Drive after a report of a man who was stabbed. (Photo courtesy Facebook/Bloomington Department)By 25 NewsBLOOMINGTON – A 24-year-old Blooming...
Syndicated Author Oct 13, 2022

Midwest Food Bank is sending disaster relief to Florida
Tara Ingham, Executive Director of the Midwest Food Bank spoke with WJBC’s Neil Doyle. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File) By Blake HaasNORMAL – As the cleanup effort continues from Hurricane Ian ...
Syndicated Author Oct 10, 2022

Coroner identifies victim of fatal weekend crash in Normal
Police said the crash happened around 4:45 p.m. Saturday near Main Street and Kerrick Road in Normal. (WJBC file photo)By Neil DoyleNORMAL – The McLean County Coroner’s Office has identifi...
Syndicated Author Oct 10, 2022

Ridgeview-Lexington advances to 7-0 following Week 7 clash with Eureka Hornets
Ridgeview-Lexington huddles after their week 7 win over undefeated Eureka. (Eric Lapan)By Jake FogalEUREKA – Two unbeatens took the field in Eureka Friday night for Week 7 action in the Heart of...
Syndicated Author Oct 07, 2022

Illinois AG issues consumer alert about potential Hurricane Ian charity scams
Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul. (Photo courtesy www.ilga.gov)By IIS RadioSPRINGFIELD – Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul is warning the public about potential hurricane Ian donation s...
Syndicated Author Oct 07, 2022

First gubernatorial debate at Illinois State University
State Sen. Darren Bailey (left) and Gov. JB Pritzker. (Photo courtesy 25 News)By Dave DahlNORMAL – The first of two statewide televised debates had both camps declaring victory, as Gov. JB Pritz...
Syndicated Author Oct 07, 2022

In the wake of fraternity vandalism, ISU PRIDE calls for action
ISU's Sorority Fraternity Life posted to social media offering an open group processing session for those affected by the vandalism.(Photo Courtesy of Illinois State University)By 25 NewsNORMAL –...
Syndicated Author Oct 06, 2022