Category Archives: Local News
Bloomington seeing uptick in shootings
In the first two months of the year, BPD has responded to 14 shooting incidents. (Photo courtesy: Bloomington Police/File) By WMBD News BLOOMINGTON – Bloomington Police Chief Jamal Simington is ...
Feb 24, 2024
Illinois State Police investigating officer-involved shooting on I-55 near Lexington
The shooting remains under investigation. (Photo courtesy: Illinois State Police/File) By Blake Haas MCLEAN COUNTY – Illinois State Police are investigating an officer-involved shooting on Inter...
Feb 24, 2024
Bloomington Tequila co-founder inducted into Chicago Blackhawks Hall of Fame
Chelios co-founded El Bandido Yankee Tequila in Bloomington. (Photo courtesy: El Bandido Yankee Tequila/X) By Blake Haas CHICAGO – After this weekend, a new banner hangs inside the United Center...
Feb 23, 2024
IDOT will host public meeting to provide update on local projects
Residents and business owners interested in the city's infrastructure development are encouraged to attend the presentation. (WJBC file photo)By Neil DoyleBLOOMINGTON – Officials from the Illino...
Feb 23, 2024
Bloomington teacher earns top honor for implementing Ag in the classroom
Amanda Stanko (middle), a teacher at Corpis Christi in Bloomington, earned the honor. (Photo courtesy: Illinois Farm Bureau) By Blake Haas BLOOMINGTON – A Bloomington Teacher was recently named ...
Feb 22, 2024
Local nonprofit raises $162K for Night in a Car fundraiser
Over 165 individuals participated in the fundraiser. (Photo courtesy: Home Sweet Home Ministries/Facebook) By Blake Haas BLOOMINGTON – The numbers are in from Home Sweet Home Ministries in Bloom...
Feb 22, 2024
OSF HealthCare in Peoria receives a $1M donation from Lincoln, IL. foundation
The Woods Foundation posed for a photo during a recent site visit. (Photo courtesy: OSF HealthCare Peoria) By WMBD TV PEORIA – OSF HealthCare in Peoria announced via news release a $1 million gi...
Feb 22, 2024
District 87 school board approves $4.5 million purchase of State Farm Oakland Avenue building
The building, located at 2309 East Oakland Avenue, will provide the district with almost 250,000 square feet to help expand Pre-K and early childhood education services. (WJBC file photo)By Neil Doyle...
Feb 22, 2024
Rivian Automotive to lay off 10% of workforce beginning Thursday
Rivian automotive posted their earnings on Wednesday afternoon. (Photo courtesy: Rivian/File) By Blake Haas NORMAL – Rivian Automotive plans to lay off 10% of its workforce posting their earning...
Feb 21, 2024
Heartland Community College trustees OK small tuition increase
The cost per credit hour will be $185, which includes a $2 per hour increase in tuition and a $1 increase in student fees. (WJBC File Photo)By WMBD-TVNORMAL – The board of trustees at Heartland ...
Feb 21, 2024
