Category Archives: Top Stories
The Baby Fold expansion leads to additional services, programming
The Baby Fold provides critical services to central Illinois children and families. They've been doing so since 1902. (Photo courtesy of WMBD-TV)By WMBD-TVBLOOMINGTON – The cutting of the ribbon...
Apr 23, 2024
Prices down at the pump over the past week
Prices at the pump are down $0.06 a gallon over the past week. (Photo courtesy: Flickr) By Blake Haas BLOOMINGTON – Over the past week, prices at the pump are down $0.06, averaging $3.90 today.G...
Apr 22, 2024
Carle BroMenn Resale Boutique using $240K in proceeds to purchase new hospital equipment
For those who want to explore volunteer opportunities call (309) 556-7467. (Photo courtesy: Carle BroMenn Resale Boutique/Facebook)By Blake Haas NORMAL – Community members who shopped at Carle B...
Apr 22, 2024
Illinois State University Spring 2024 Commencement set for May 10-11
ISU plans to award 3,499 baccalaureate degrees and 722 graduate degrees throughout the weekend. (Photo courtesy: Illinois State University)By Blake Haas NORMAL – Illinois State University’...
Apr 22, 2024
Bloomington’s next City Manager working with local nonprofits on tent city
Bloomington City officials plan to vote on the City Manager position on Monday. (Photo courtesy: Blake Haas/WJBC) By Blake Haas BLOOMINGTON – Bloomington’s next City Manager wants to focus...
Apr 19, 2024
Ten days removed from a lockdown, District 87 is reviewing it’s procedures and protocols
According to a District 87 news released at the time of the lockdown, “the situation was swiftly addressed with the help of the Bloomington Police Department.” (WJBC File Photo)By Jake Fog...
Apr 19, 2024
Bloomington deputy City Manager selected as City Manager
Bloomington City officials selected Jeff Jurgens as the next City Manager. (Photo courtesy: Blake Haas/WJBC)By Blake Haas BLOOMINGTON – The city council has selected Bloomington’...
Apr 18, 2024
Murder investigation underway in McLean County after a man was found dead in a ditch
Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the McLean County Sheriff’s office. (Photo courtesy: Flickr) By Blake Haas MCLEAN COUNTY – An investigation into a man found dead in a ditc...
Apr 18, 2024
Green Top Grocery to remain open thanks to $45K in donations
Allison Smith, Green Top Grocery interim General Manager visited WJBC’s Afternoon Show. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File) By Blake Haas BLOOMINGTON – One local grocery store, which faces financi...
Apr 18, 2024
More than 100 traffic stops made during Bloomington traffic detail
Bloomington Police Chief Jamal Simington also encourages drivers to drive responsibly and be more attentive to motorcycles, cyclists and pedestrians as the weather gets warmer. (Photo courtesy: Bloomi...
Apr 18, 2024
