Category Archives: State News
Gov.-elect Rauner announces inauguration events
(WJBC file photo) By The Associated Press SPRINGFIELD – Gov.-elect Bruce Rauner's inaugural festivities will include a dinner at the Illinois Capitol, a concert and a free event at the Abra...
Dec 15, 2014
Firefighters deliver baby in church parking lot
By The Associated PressWONDER LAKE – A Wonder Lake couple didn't make it to the hospital before their baby was born, but a church ended up doing just fine. Twenty-five-year-old Crysta...
Dec 15, 2014
WIU dance turns dangerous
By The Associated Press MACOMB – Three men were arrested and eight injured by pepper spray at a dance on the Western Illinois University campus. WIU spokeswoman Darcie Shinberger sa...
Dec 14, 2014
Rauner’s attorneys argue for short term appointment
A new comptroller will need to be appointed to replace Judy Baar Topinka, but for how long? By The Associated Press The incoming Illinois governor's attorneys have met with staffers for Gov. Pat ...
Dec 14, 2014
Wine is big buisness in Illinois
Wine is bringing many visitors to the state. (Flickr/Lori Branham) By Dan Petrow BLOOMINGTON – Wine makers also known as vintners might not be the first thing that comes to mind when people thin...
Dec 14, 2014
Illinois gas prices remain low
(WJBC file photo) By Dave Dahl/Illinois Radio Network SPRINGFIELD – The gasoline pump has been an instrument of pain for so long, you may have forgotten what it’s like to pay less than $3 ...
Dec 12, 2014
Uber says it wants to expand into Springfield
By The Associated Press SPRINGFIELD – The ridesharing company Uber says it is looking to expand into Illinois' capital city of Springfield. Uber spokeswoman Lauren Altmin tells The (...
Dec 12, 2014
Health insurance costs up in parts of Illinois
By Associated Press CHICAGO – Illinois residents returning to HealthCare.gov to buy insurance are finding prices higher in many parts of the state. Monday is the last day for consumers to choose...
Dec 12, 2014
Ameren, Com Ed get OK to raise rates in Illinois
Ameren has been allowed to increase rates 17 percent. (WJBC file photo) By The Associated Press SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Commerce Commission has approved rate increases for the state's tw...
Dec 12, 2014
Federal highway officials OK plans for Illiana Expressway
By The Associated PressCHICAGO – The Federal Highway Administration has approved plans for a 47-mile expressway between Illinois and Indiana. Illinois and Indiana officials announced Thursd...
Dec 11, 2014
