Category Archives: Local News
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...
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...
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 ...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 –...
Oct 06, 2022 (Photo courtesy: Illinois State University)
Ft. Myers resident: “These buildings are leveled”
Julie Martin, a Ft. Myers resident spoke with WJBC’s Blake Haas. (Photo courtesy: Julie Martin/Twitter) By Blake HaasFLORIDA – Florida residents are beginning to see the storm damage from ...
Sep 30, 2022
Heartland breaks ground on new manufacturing and technology training facility
(L-R) HCC Board of Trustees Mary Campbell, Thomas Whitt, Becky Ropp, Josh Crockett, Jeffrey Flessner, Asst Director of DCEO Khama Sharp, Student Trustee Rodney Billerbeck, Trustee Janet Hood, HCC Pres...
Sep 30, 2022
