Category Archives: Local News
St. Louis Dairy Council working with school districts to promote dairy as students head back to school
In addition to promoting milk served at schools, the organization also focuses on bring locally produced produce from school gardens or local farms into daily meals. (Photo courtesy: Flickr)By Blake H...
Aug 10, 2021
One dead after Monday night crash on I-74 near Goodfield
Ruestman said preliminary autopsy results showed Welch died from blunt force injuries. He said Welch was not wearing her seatbelt. (Photo courtesy: HOI/ABC)By Heart of Illinois ABCWOODFORD COUNTY R...
Aug 10, 2021
Bloomington man arrested for drugs and active warrant
Michael Oates, 49, of Bloomington. (Photo Bloomington Police Department) By Neil DoyleBLOOMINGTON – A Bloomington man was arrested Sunday for an active McLean County warrant and drug charge...
Aug 10, 2021
Central Illinois under a heat advisory Tuesday
A reminder to drink plenty of water and do not leave children or pets unattended in vehicles. (WJBC file photo) By Neil DoyleLINCOLN – A heat advisory is in effect until 7 p.m. Tuesday for ...
Aug 10, 2021
Illinois corn and soybean progress is above average
Corn condition was rated 2 percent very poor, 4 percent poor, 15 percent fair, 55 percent good, and 24 percent excellent. (WJBC file photo)From USDASPRINGFIELD – There were 6.2 days suitable for...
Aug 10, 2021
LCHD reports a “sharp increase” in COVID-19 cases; the county reports 83 new cases and one death
The health department reported the new cases on Monday. (Facebook/Livingston County Health Department)By Blake HaasLIVINGSTON COUNTY – The Livingston County Health Department reports a “sh...
Aug 09, 2021
Man pleads guilty to Bloomington murder, prosecutors indicate killer’s aim was to steal victim’s video gambling winnings
Larry Knell, 44, of Normal. (Photo courtesy: Heart of Illinois ABC)By Heart of Illinois ABCBLOOMINGTON – A man from Normal has pleaded guilty to killing a Bloomington man who authorities say suf...
Aug 09, 2021
IDHS working with restaurants in DeWitt County to accept food stamps
IDHS working with restaurants in DeWitt County to accept food stamps. (Photo courtesy: IDHS/Facebook)By Blake HaasDEWITT COUNTY – The Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) is looking for ...
Aug 09, 2021
Bloomington Police Chief search narrowed down to two candidates
Bloomington City Manager Tim Gleason. (YouTube/City of Bloomington)By Blake HaasBLOOMINGTON – The search for a new Chief of Police in Bloomington is nearing an end as the selection committee has...
Aug 09, 2021
Escapee’s family speaks out after he pleas not guilty in court
Cody’s mom, Michelle Hagy, wanted to send her son a message on Thursday. (Photo courtesy: Heart of Illinois ABC)By Heart of Illinois ABCFULTON COUNTY – Two men who escaped from the Fulton ...
Aug 06, 2021
