Category Archives: Top Stories
Grayson’s behavior in Logan County led superior to ask, ‘How are you still employed with us?’
Former Sangamon County Sheriff Deputy Sean Grayson. (Photo courtesy: Sangamon County Jail)By BETH HUNDSDORFERCapitol News Illinoisnews@capitolnewsillinois.comSPRINGFIELD – Before former Sangamon...
Jul 26, 2024 (Photo courtesy: Sangamon County Sheriff's Office)
Pekin babysitter remains in custody until trial; accused of killing infant
The woman remains behind bars. (Photo courtesy: Pixabay/File)By WMBD TV PEKIN – A judge on Thursday morning ordered a Pekin woman to remain in custody until the outcome of allegations that she s...
Jul 25, 2024
Illinois State Police working with IDPH on an anti-violence campaign called “Pause to Heal”
A new public service announcement aims to educate Illinoisans about how to disarm a relative who may be a danger to others or themselves. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File)By Dave Dahl SPRINGFIELD – Pu...
Jul 25, 2024
Bat tests positive for rabies, Tazewell County health officials say
Report any bites to animal control, and wash the injury thoroughly before seeking medical attention. (WJBC file photo)By WMBD-TVTAZEWELL COUNTY – The Tazewell County Health Department announced ...
Jul 25, 2024
YouthBuild getting new open space from Lowe’s grant
YouthBuild students will help with the construction of their new space. (Photo courtesy of Youthbuild of McLean County/Facebook)By WMBD-TVMCLEAN COUNTY – YouthBuild McLean County has some buildi...
Jul 25, 2024
Man sentenced to 123 years for Bloomington murder
Bloomington police are still looking for a third suspect, James Moon, and anyone with information is encouraged to contact Bloomington police at (309) 820-8888. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File)By WMBD-TVBL...
Jul 25, 2024
CR-V rollover crash in Tazewell County injures 1
ISP Troop 4 responded to the scene regarding a report of a single-unit rollover crash. (WJBC File Photo)By WMBD-TVTAZEWELL COUNTY – One person was injured as a result of a Wednesday morning sing...
Jul 25, 2024 The man remains behind bars. (Photo courtesy: File)
Miller Park Zoo to reopen Katthoefer Building
The building has been closed for four years. (Photo courtesy: Miller Park Zoo/Facebook)By WMBD BLOOMINGTON – Miller Park Zoo will soon be reopening the Katthoefer Animal Building to the public a...
Jul 24, 2024
Leader of Illinois Dept. of Insurance explains the roles of “pharmacy benefit managers”
Ann Gillespie, acting director of the Illinois Department of Insurance, tells an Illinois House health care committee the "pharmacy benefit managers" are so big they seem to have their fingers in ever...
Jul 24, 2024
Nearly 200 people allege decades of ‘systematic’ abuse at youth jail in Chicago
Attorney Todd Mathews speaks to reporters at a news conference announcing a set of lawsuits alleging decades of abuse at a Cook County youth detention facility. He stands in front of survivors of the ...
Jul 24, 2024
