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Pritzker issues disaster proclamation for storm-ravaged counties, including Cook
By BRENDEN MOORE Capitol News Illinois bmoore@capitolnewsillinois.com Article Summary Gov. JB Pritzker issued a disaster declaration in response to sever weather in several counties this spring. Count...
Jul 01, 2026 Gov. JB Pritzker delivers his 2026 State of the State address in the Illinois Capitol on Feb. 18, 2026. (Capitol News Illinois photo by Jerry Nowicki)
Sun safety tips from McLean County Health Department
By WMBD TV BLOOMINGTON, Ill. (WMBD) - In the summer, the sun can pose real dangers if the proper precautions are not taken. The McLean County Health Department is offering some tips to keep you and yo...
Jul 01, 2026
Beat the heat: Local company provides AC tips to keep your home cool
By WMBD TV BLOOMINGTON, Ill. (WMBD) - The extreme heat may have your air conditioning system begging for mercy, but Bratcher Heating and Air Conditioning has some tips to help your system out. In orde...
Jul 01, 2026
Tazewell County Sheriff warns of impersonator phone scam
TAZEWELL COUNTY, Ill. (WMBD) - The Tazewell County Sheriff's Office is warning residents about a scammer impersonating the agency. The scammer will spoof the sheriff's office's phone number and claim ...
Jul 01, 2026 (Photo courtesy: file)
UPDATED: Incoming PPS school board member sues district over notice violations
By WMBD TV PEORIA, Ill. (WMBD) - An incoming member of the Peoria Public Schools Board of Education has filed suit against the district, saying the meeting scheduled Wednesday was not properly noticed...
Jul 01, 2026
McLean County health officials promoting safe sex and HIV prevention
By WMBD TV BLOOMINGTON, Ill. (WMBD) - Talking with a doctor about your sexual health can be embarrassing, but it is vital to keep yourself healthy. Erin O'Malley, PReP for HIV program navigator, or al...
Jun 30, 2026 McLean County Health Department. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File)
Bailey campaign embraces artificial intelligence in new era of politics
By BEN SZALINSKI Capitol News Illinois bszalinski@capitolnewsillinois.com Article Summary Republican Darren Bailey's campaign for governor is embracing images made with artificial intelligence in soci...
Jun 30, 2026
Suspect to be held for Friday shooting in Bloomington
By WMBD TV BLOOMINGTON, Ill. (WMBD) - The Bloomington Police Department has identified the person arrested in connection with a shooting near West Market Street and Howard Street. Terrell Naquin, 18, ...
Jun 30, 2026
Bloomington-Normal, McLean County host first-ever drone show
By WMBD TV BLOOMINGTON, Ill. (WMBD) - The city of Bloomington, in collaboration with Normal and McLean County, will host its first-ever drone show, kicking off the 250th celebration of America. On Thu...
Jun 30, 2026 Bloomington Mayor Dan Brady. (Photo courtesy: WJBC)
Pritzker signs bills on environmental standards, in-state tuition
By BEN SZALINSKI & BRENDEN MOORE Capitol News Illinois news@capitolnewsillinois.com Article Summary: Gov. JB Pritzker signed more than 60 bills into law since Friday. They require diaper packaging...
Jun 30, 2026
