Category Archives: WJBC's Top Stories
IDPH chief medical officer: Covid hasn’t gone away
State health officials remind the precautions still apply – wash your hands frequently, and consider wearing a mask – when you get to the holiday dinners and parties. (WJBC file photo)By D...
Dec 20, 2023
New legislation for rural education
By law, the council is required to have five superintendents, one principal, and one student. (WJBC File Photo)By WMBD-TVPEORIA – Rural schools in Illinois fought to have their voices heard.Stat...
Dec 19, 2023
Heartland College announces grant for students with learning challenges
The HALO program is a higher education experience for students with intellectual or developmental disabilities as well as learning challenges. (WJBC File Photo)By WMBD-TVNORMAL – Heartland Commu...
Dec 19, 2023 (Photo courtesy: Heartland Community College)
Prices will increase next year at Miller Park Zoo
According to a zoo news news release, admission prices, programs, and memberships will increase starting Jan. 1, 2024. (Facebook/Miller Park Zoo)By WMBD-TVBLOOMINGTON – Miller Park Zoo announced...
Dec 19, 2023
Youth organization renovates a home in Normal
An open house was held Monday evening for Normal council members and Youthbuild's Board of Directors. (WJBC File Photo)By WMBD-TVNORMAL – A previously vacant home on Glenn Ave in Normal has been...
Dec 19, 2023
Bloomington-Normal NAACP supports state president amid controversy
Foster and Campbell-Jackson said the Bloomington-Normal Branch will continue to be a voice for the voiceless. (Dave Dahl)By WMBD-TVBLOOMINGTON/NORMAL – Leaders from the Bloomington-Normal NAACP ...
Dec 19, 2023
Over 20 giant inflatable Santas take over Lexington neighborhood
The neighborhood has drawn people to the area with this creative collaborative effort. (WMBD-TV)By WMBD-TVLEXINGTON - One subdivision in Lexington is taking the words of "Santa Claus is Coming to Town...
Dec 18, 2023
UPDATE: Tent city residents allowed to stay for now
Officials continue to work on a long-term solution. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File) By WJBC StaffBLOOMINGTON – Around a dozen residents staying inside tents on Bloomington’s east side can rema...
Dec 17, 2023
NAACP Illinois State Conference President speaks out after controversial remarks
Watson initially called for Haley to step down on Tuesday but has stepped down himself. (WJBC File Photo)By WMBD-TVBLOOMINGTON – NAACP Illinois State Conference President Teresa Haley is speakin...
Dec 15, 2023
Governor hosts menorah-lighting ceremony in Springfield
Gov. JB Pritzker spoke with reporters Thursday at the Governor’s Mansion in Springfield. (Dave Dahl/WJBC)By Dave DahlSPRINGFIELD – When it was time to light a menorah Thursday afternoon on...
Dec 15, 2023
