Category Archives: Local News
Feds tap phone of ComEd lobbyist, long-time confidant of House Speaker Michael Madigan
A spokesman for Madigan didn't return requests for comment regarding McClain. (Photo courtesy: WikiMedia/Illinoislawmakers)By Illinois Radio NetworkSPRINGFIELD – Federal investigators tapped the...
Nov 15, 2019
Second Democrat to run for west side county board seat
Nathan “Chiko” Russo, seen here at a Bloomington City Council meeting, is announcing his candidacy for a seat on the McLean County Board. (File photo by Howard Packowitz/WJBC) By Howa...
Nov 15, 2019
Murder defendant’s young daughter testifies mother gave Rica Rountree a “whooping”
Cynthia Baker, 41, of Normal, in McLean County Court during her murder trial. (HOI-ABC photo) By Stephanie Rodriguez of HOI-ABC and Howard Packowitz of WJBCBLOOMINGTON – The seven-year old ...
Nov 14, 2019
IDPH reports fourth death related to vaping
The IDPH said a total of 179 people in Illinois across 32 counties have experienced lung injuries after using e-cigarettes or vaping. (Photo Pixabay) By Neil DoyleSPRINGFIELD – A fourth per...
Nov 14, 2019
Nugent named first woman president of IWU
IWU named Georgia Nugent as the school’s 20th president Thursday during a ceremony on campus. (Neil Doyle/WJBC) By Neil DoyleBLOOMINGTON – Illinois Wesleyan University has named its 2...
Nov 14, 2019
Stanifer to be named Blue Ridge superintendent
Dr. Hillary Stanifer is in her third year as curriculum coordinator with Blue Ridge schools. (Photo courtesy Blue Ridge schools)By Greg HalbleibFARMER CITY – A current administrator in the Blue ...
Nov 14, 2019
With clock ticking, ethics reforms remain elusive at statehouse
Democratic state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit said she expects a task force to address the issues. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File)By Illinois Radio NetworkSPRINGFIELD – Leaders from both sides of the aisl...
Nov 13, 2019
Local pension consolidation proposal passes committee despite objections to changes
State Rep. Mark Batinick said the last-minute amendment removed management on a municipal level from being able to present information in duty-disability cases. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File)By Illinois ...
Nov 13, 2019
Illinois task force to reduce property taxes misses report deadline, all but guaranteeing no action this year
The Illinois Property Tax Relief Task Force had an October 31st deadline to send the governor and the General Assembly its initial suggestions to address the state's high property taxes, but as of Tue...
Nov 13, 2019
Unified Bloomington council wants no change in property tax bills
Bloomington City Council members on Tuesday voted unanimously to accept preliminary tax levy estimates for next year that should hold the line on the city’s share of property owners’ tax b...
Nov 13, 2019
