Category Archives: State News
McLean County farmer recognized for ag education
John Olson, of McLean, spoke with WJBC’s Marc Strauss. (Neil Doyle/WJBC) By Neil DoyleBLOOMINGTON – A farmer from McLean County has been recognized statewide for helping others learn ...
Nov 12, 2019
Bills to make Daylight Saving Time year-round standard get fresh attention
A proposal to abolish time changes and make daylight saving time the year-round standard in Illinois could be voted on next week. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File)By Illinois Radio NetworkSPRINGFIELD –...
Nov 08, 2019
Illinois Republicans push for tighter ethics laws, reduced majority control over bills
Illinois House Republicans announced five initiatives in Chicago on Thursday that they say would enhance transparency and remove the opportunity for some corrupt behavior to take place under the dome ...
Nov 08, 2019
Nine Central Illinois men arrested for attempted sexual activity with children
If convicted, each defendant faces a minimum of 10 years and up to life in prison. (WJBC File Photo) By Neil DoylePEORIA – A Bloomington man was among nine other Central Illinois men arrest...
Nov 06, 2019
Election officials say potential foreign interference includes hacking, social media misinformation
ISBE, along with all other states, has partnered with social media companies to be able to respond to misinformation in a matter of minutes and have it removed. (Photo courtesy: Illinois State Board o...
Nov 06, 2019
Weekend traffic crashes add to a dangerous year for ISP
Through Nov. 3, Illinois State Police have issued 5,860 Scott's Law violations. (Photo courtesy Illinois State Police/Facebook) By Illinois Radio Network/Jim MoranSPRINGFIELD – Two traffic ...
Nov 04, 2019
Giertz: Economic news in Illinois mostly good
The Flash index considers sales tax, corporate tax, and income tax receipts to produce a number that, if greater than 100, means growth. (Photo University of Illinois) By Dave DahlSPRINGFIELD ...
Nov 04, 2019
Illinois lawmakers continue battle on ethylene oxide
The chemical is linked to illnesses and deaths around a handful of facilities in the state. (WJBC file photo) By Dave DahlSPRINGFIELD – A bill to essentially phase out ethylene oxide in Ill...
Oct 31, 2019
State lawmakers call for ethics reform
State Rep. Tom Demmer is one of several lawmakers calling for changes in ethics rules in Springfield. (Photo courtesy www.ilga.gov)By Dave DahlSPRINGFIELD – It’s a rush for the ethical hig...
Oct 31, 2019
Illinois OSHA identifies safety issues for public works departments
The Illinois Occupational Health and Safety Administration recently identified safety issues in public works departments in the state. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File)By Illinois Radio NetworkSPRINGFIELD &...
Oct 30, 2019
