Category Archives: National Top Stories

Central Illinois Congresswoman: We need to stand by Israel
Congresswoman Nikki Budzinski (right) speaks at a local business. (Photo courtesy: Dave Dahl/WJBC) By Dave Dahl SPRINGFIELD – With nothing to do in Washington with no speaker, U.S. Rep. Nikki Bu...
Syndicated Author Oct 09, 2023

“Didn’t surprise, still shocking,” says an ISU professor regarding Roe v. Wade reversal
Trigger Laws have been invoked in 13 states, meaning abortions will swiftly be outlawed in most cases in each state. (Pixabay)By Jake FogalBLOOMINGTON – The blindsiding decision by the U.S. Supr...
Syndicated Author Jun 27, 2022

Jelani Day laid to rest: “We want closure for this family”
Day was reported missing on August 25th, and his body was recovered from the Illinois River on September 4th. (Photo courtesy: HOI/ABC)By Blake HaasDANVILLE – Illinois State University graduate ...
Syndicated Author Oct 19, 2021

MCHD Administrator asking tailgaters to social distance during ISU’s Homecoming
The parade steps off at 10 a.m., with the football game kicking off at 2 p.m. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File) By Blake HaasBLOOMINGTON – McLean County’s top health leader has a message for tho...
Syndicated Author Oct 14, 2021