Category Archives: Local News
Local police see an increase in DUI’s
Officer Brad Park’s advice – plan ahead and use a designated driver or rideshare service. (WJBC file photo) By Neil Doyle NORMAL – This is the time of year many police departm...
Jun 19, 2020
Local mayors aim to combat systemic racism, Normal’s Koos looks for leadership change at federal level
Normal Mayor Chris Koos. (Photo courtesy HOI ABC) By HOI ABC BLOOMINGTON – Bloomington’s mayor said Thursday night he envisions a demiltarization of city police, while his counterpa...
Jun 19, 2020
2 new coronavirus cases in McLean County; 1 more recovered
Updated COVID numbers as of Thursday in McLean County. (Graphic courtesy McLean County Health Department) By Neil DoyleBLOOMINGTON – McLean County has added two more cases of coronavirus, b...
Jun 18, 2020
Man identified in fatal car crash near Colfax
This incident remains under investigation by the coroner’s office and McLean County Sheriff’s Office. (WJBC file photo) By Neil DoyleCOLFAX – McLean County Coroner Kathy Yoder h...
Jun 18, 2020
McLean County Fair canceled due to coronavirus
Last year, more than 28,000 people attended the McLean County Fair during its five-day run. (WJBC file photo) By Neil DoyleBLOOMINGTON – The McLean County Fair Board on Thursday announced t...
Jun 18, 2020
McLean County Health Department yet to identify COVID-19 case from recent gatherings
McLean County Health Department Administrator Jessica McKnight (right) and McLean County Communication Specialists Dion McNeal (left).By Blake HaasBLOOMINGTON – While rallies across the Tw...
Jun 18, 2020
Bloomington man has second brush with freedom after posting hefty bail
Donald Whalen’s next court appearance is scheduled for July 20. (Photo Illinois Department of Corrections) By HOI ABCBLOOMINGTON – A Bloomington man found guilty of killing his father...
Jun 18, 2020
Police, coroner investigate male body found in Tazewell County
Authorities are still investigating this incident. (WJBC file photo) By HOI ABCWASHINGTON – The Tazewell County Coroner and Illinois State Police Crime Lab are investigating the discovery o...
Jun 17, 2020
1 new coronavirus case in McLean County; 2 more have recovered
There are currently no McLean County residents in the hospital due to COVID-19, according to local health officials. (WJBC file photo) By Neil Doyle BLOOMINGTON – McLean County health off...
Jun 17, 2020 McLean County Health Department. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File)
McLean County Health Dept. yet to issue ‘Cease and Desist’ letters, but have responded to complaints
Pizza Ranch, located at 1211 Holiday Dr. in Bloomington, announced on Facebook they are open for dine-in. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File) By Blake Haas BLOOMINGTON – While the McLean County Health D...
Jun 17, 2020
