Category Archives: Top Stories
Victim Identified: Deadly February crash in McLean County
As of Wednesday morning, ISP's investigation has identified the semi driver as 39-year-old Issa Mohomed who was with 64-year-old Abdalla Nerja in the passenger seat. (WJBC File Photo)By 25 NewsMCLEAN ...
Mar 01, 2023
Rivian sees profitability in 2024 despite losses in the billions
Rivian came close to reaching its goal of producing 25,000 electric vehicles in 2022, and this year, its goal is to make 50,000 vehicles. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File)By 25 NewsNORMAL – Electric v...
Mar 01, 2023
Rivian and contractor face federal race discrimination lawsuit
The defendant in the lawsuit is listed as Rivian, doing business as MacLellan Services. MacLellan is a Rivian contractor. (WJBC File Photo)By 25 NewsNORMAL – A man who worked for a Rivian Automo...
Mar 01, 2023
Two vehicle crash leaves one dead in McLean County
The crash involved a box truck and a truck-tractor semi-trailer. (Flickr)By 25 NewsMCLEAN COUNTY – One person is dead, and another is in the hospital after a two-vehicle crash on Interstate 55 o...
Feb 28, 2023
Illinois gaming now a multi-billion dollar industry
Illinois gambling is reaching record numbers. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File) By WJBC StaffSPRINGFIELD – What was once just a couple of riverboats, Illinois gaming is now a multi-billion dollar indu...
Feb 23, 2023
Gov. Pritzker testing his State of the State budget message
Gov. Pritzker spoke during a press conference on Wednesday. (Photo courtesy: Gov. Pritzker) By Dave Dahl SPRINGFIELD – Gov. Pritzker is road-testing his State of the State and budget message."I ...
Feb 16, 2023
ISU President Terri Goss-Kinzy resigns from leadership post
The university says the resignation was effective February 14. (Photo Courtesy of Illinois State University)By Jake FogalNORMAL – The president of Illinois State University, Dr. Terri Goss Kinzy...
Feb 15, 2023
Hyundai, Kia update security after TikTok challenge thefts
The updates are free for millions of vehicles that are missing a key anti-theft device, an issue that was exploited on social media and led to rampant theft of the cars. (Flickr)By 25 News25 NEWS R...
Feb 14, 2023
Illinois Democrats are pushing for a child tax credit
Illinois Democrats say they want to get a few hundred more dollars – or maybe a couple thousand more dollars – into your pocket. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File) By Dave Dahl SPRINGFIELD –...
Feb 08, 2023
Peoria, Normal Bed Bath & Beyond stores to close in updated closing list
A closing date for the stores is currently not known. (Photo courtesy: Bed Bath & Beyond/Facebook) By 25 News NORMAL – The Bed Bath & Beyond stores in Peoria and Normal will soon close.T...
Feb 08, 2023
