Category Archives: Top Stories

ISU set to break ground on new indoor practice facility in spring or summer; looking at possible naming right opportunities
Illinois State University AD Kyle Brennan spoke with WJBC’s Scott Miller. (Photo courtesy: Illinois State University) By Blake HaasNORMAL – According to Illinois State University’s A...
Syndicated Author Jan 05, 2022

Katthoefer Animal Building closed at Miller Park Zoo
Many of the cats are showing COVID-19 symptoms including Rilu, a male snow leopard, is struggling with Covid induced pneumonia. (WJBC File Photo).Jake FogalBLOOMINGTON-As COVID-19 cases continue to cl...
Syndicated Author Jan 05, 2022

Top leaders of the Illinois General Assembly convene Wednesday for the first time in 2022
Lawmakers are back in Springfield on Wednesday. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File) By Dave DahlSPRINGFIELD – The top leaders of the Illinois General Assembly – as the House and Senate convene Wed...
Syndicated Author Jan 04, 2022

Three Heartland Community College students chosen for inaugural IMA scholarship
Heartland Community College, based in Normal. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File) By Blake HaasBLOOMINGTON – Three Heartland Community College students are the first recipients of the Lynne Mohr Scholar...
Syndicated Author Jan 04, 2022

Illinois’ doctor-in-chief says COVID remains something to take seriously
Illinois Department of Public Health Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike. (Twitter/BlueRoomStream)By Dave Dahl SPRINGFIELD – It’s the same advice from Illinois Department of Public Health director Dr...
Syndicated Author Jan 03, 2022

BPD: 14-year old facing weapon charges after shooting on Bloomington’s near east side
Bloomington Police Chief Simington says investigators have recovered five weapons already in 2022. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File) By Blake HaasBLOOMINGTON – A 14-year old juvenile remains behind ba...
Syndicated Author Jan 03, 2022

Scott Miller Show Donut donates proceeds to local Boys&Girls Club
Scott Miller’s donut can be found on weekends at Denny’s Donuts and Bakery at 1107 South Main Street in Bloomington.By Jake FogalBLOOMINGTON- About 10 months ago, Denny’s Doughnuts a...
Syndicated Author Dec 30, 2021

Bloomington Salvation Army falls $12K short of the red kettle campaign goal
With other sources, 87% of the Christmas goal was raised. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File) By Heart of Illinois ABC BLOOMINGTON – Christmas Eve marked the final day of ringing bells and Red Kettles, ...
Syndicated Author Dec 30, 2021

Michigan man pronounced dead in overnight I-55 crash
The deadly crash occurred late Tuesday night. (Photo/WjBC File)By Jake FogalBLOOMINGTON – The McLean County Coroners Office has announced Kalamazoo, Michigan resident, Rickey M. Washington Jr., ...
Syndicated Author Dec 29, 2021

IL Secretary of State departments closing amid COVID-19 uptick statewide starting Jan. 3 for two weeks
Secretary of State Jesse White is encourages the public to visit ilsos.gov for online services. (Photo courtesy: Pixabay)By HOI ABCHeart of Illinois(ABC)-All Secretary of State departments a...
Syndicated Author Dec 29, 2021