Category Archives: WJBC's Top Stories

Schock continues fight to keep congressional records private
U.S. Rep. Aaron Schock resigned in March amid a federal investigation. (WJBC file photo)By Joe RagusaPEORIA – Former Congressman Aaron Schock is continuing his fight against federal prosecutors ...
Syndicated Author Aug 13, 2015

Illinois House Democrats adopt ‘clean’ federal-funds bill
(WJBC file photo)By Dave Dahl/Illinois Radio NetworkSPRINGFIELD – Things can happen quickly when the powers that be want them to at the State Capitol.While debate was going on about a bill to al...
Syndicated Author Aug 13, 2015

Prices rise at the pump
A problem at a refinery in Indiana is affecting Illinois gas prices. (Flickr/Mike Mozart)By John Gregory/IRNWHITING, IN – The partial shutdown of a major Midwest oil refinery means you'll be pay...
Syndicated Author Aug 12, 2015

Students and staff: ISU move in going well
Parents and students flooded Watterson Towers to get moved in Wednesday morning. (Photo Courtesy of Andy Dahn)By Andy DahnNORMAL – Students and parents flooded the halls of Watterson Towers Wedn...
Syndicated Author Aug 12, 2015

Renner speaks on Zoo, Budget Task Force
Bloomington mayor Tari Renner is happy the Flamingo Exhibit was approved. (WJBC file photo)By Nick McClintockBLOOMINGTON- Bloomington Mayor Tari Renner knows there has been a lot of discussion of the ...
Syndicated Author Aug 12, 2015

Stayton charged with first-degree murder in Long Point shooting
(Flickr/Alan Cleaver)By Joe RagusaLONG POINT – A man from Streator has been charged with three counts of first-degree murder for the shooting death of a man in Long Point Sunday.David Stayton, 5...
Syndicated Author Aug 11, 2015
Bloomington Budget Task Force could make recommendations in September
City Manager David Hales has heard some consensus for charging more for bulk waste removal. (WJBC file photo)By Adam StudzinskiBLOOMINGTON – Bloomington’s Budget Task Force is expected to ...
Syndicated Author Aug 11, 2015

Rauner wants concessions if state picks up more pension costs for CPS
(Adam Studzinski/WJBC)By John Gregory/Illinois Radio NetworkCHICAGO – If the state is going to pick up more pension costs for Chicago teachers, Gov. Bruce Rauner is asking for some concessions o...
Syndicated Author Aug 11, 2015

Bloomington City Council approves Miller Park Zoo flamingo exhibit
The Bloomington City Council approved a $233,000 flamingo exhibit for Miller Park Zoo Monday night. (Joe Ragusa/WJBC)By Joe RagusaBLOOMINGTON – The flamingo exhibit at Miller Park Zoo has been g...
Syndicated Author Aug 10, 2015

Chief Woodruff has move in tips for students
Woodruff advises students to,”pack lightly.” (WJBC file photo)By Terry JamesNORMAL – Bloomington-Normal is becoming busy with students again as college classes begin next week.Illino...
Syndicated Author Aug 10, 2015