Category Archives: Local News
Woodford County Board stalls non-sanctuary status decision for a later time
There was some hostility in the crowd for those that expressed their support for the resolution, with one man calling a supporter a "fascist." (Photo Courtesy of WMBD-TV)By WMBD-TVEUREKA – After...
Apr 17, 2024
IDOT: ‘Slow down and move over’ as construction season starts in Illinois
Alfredo Cisneros has worked with IDOT for 10 years and works mostly on bridges and overpasses. He wants more people to slow down when they see the orange cones. (WJBC file photo)By WMBD-TVEAST PEORIA ...
Apr 17, 2024
Police probing pair of shots fired incidents in Normal
Anyone with information on these cases is asked to contact NPD at 309-454-9535. If you wish to provide information and remain anonymous, use the Tip411 service by texting NORMALPD to 847411, leave a s...
Apr 17, 2024
Man found dead in a ditch in McLean County; investigation underway
The case remains under investigation. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File) By Blake Haas MCLEAN COUNTY – An investigation is ongoing after a man was found dead in a ditch in McLean County Tuesday morning...
Apr 16, 2024
Road reopened after gas leak in Pontiac
No injuries related to this incident have been reported at this time. (WJEZ File Photo)By WMBD-TVPONTIAC – The Pontiac Police Department encouraged residents to avoid part of Howard Street due t...
Apr 16, 2024
Pair arrested in Normal for Bloomington shooting Monday evening
Sean Walker-Harris (left) and Ajea Porter-Toney (right) face charges in a McLean County courtroom for allegedly playing a role in a Monday evening shooting. (Photo courtesy: Bloomington Police/Faceboo...
Apr 16, 2024
A new downtown coming to Bloomington
The project will increase accessibility to community members of all walks of life, and update infrastructure. (WJBC File Photo)By WMBD-TVBLOOMINGTON – The Bloomington City Council unanimously vo...
Apr 16, 2024
Illinois planting season is just getting started
Corn planted reached 3 percent, compared to the 5-year average of 4 percent. (Facebook/IL Corn)From USDASPRINGFIELD – There were 2.3 days suitable for fieldwork in the week ending April 14, 2024...
Apr 16, 2024
Connect Transit offering free rides for Earth Day
According to a Connect Transit news release, anyone attending Earth Day events in Bloomington-Normal is encouraged to take advantage of free Connect Transit, Mobility, or FLEX rides to get to their ev...
Apr 16, 2024
Bloomington Committee gives update on Connect Transit Station
Presently, the project is in the evaluation phase. An evaluation committee of city and Connect staff will evaluate the project. Top ranking proposers will be interviewed followed by price negotiations...
Apr 16, 2024
