Category Archives: WJBC's Top Stories
Two people die from carbon monoxide poisoning inside a garage
(Photo courtesy Flickr/DavidsonScott15) By Joe Ragusa DANVERS – The McLean County Coroner’s Office says two people died from carbon monoxide poisoning in a garage at a residence in Danvers...
Dec 30, 2015
Explosive dangers popping up in popular Hoverboards
Some of the popular Hoverboards are displaying some explosive issues. (WJBC File Photo) By Andy Dahn BLOOMINGTON – One of the most popular gifts this holiday season has encountered a bit ...
Dec 30, 2015
Bennett says lawmakers will likely consider an income tax increase
(WJBC File Photo) By Joe Ragusa BLOOMINGTON – Illinois is likely heading into the new year – which marks the halfway point of the state’s fiscal year – without a budget. “...
Dec 30, 2015
New law creates email alerts for state boards and commissions
(WJBC file photo) By John Gregory/Illinois Radio Network SPRINGFIELD – Keeping track of state government meetings will be easier under a new law taking effect in the new year. The law will allow...
Dec 30, 2015
Top Stories of 2015: Livingston County
(Clockwise from top left) Kana Farabaugh and Roger Amm when presented with their Emmy, Kalli Setterlund and Anthony Gullo are pictured during the first production at the Eagle Theater and Conference C...
Dec 30, 2015
Congressman Davis praises state’s flood response team
U.S. Rep. Rodney Davis. (WJBC file photo)By Dave Dahl/Illinois Radio NetworkSPRINGFIELD – For many Illinoisans, the normally "dead week" between Christmas and New Year’s has been one to re...
Dec 29, 2015
UPDATED: Utility companies work to restore power after storms
(WJBC file photo)By Joe RagusaBLOOMINGTON – Utility companies are working around the clock to restore power in central Illinois.Ameren spokeswoman Paula Heinkel said crews are always ready to re...
Dec 29, 2015
Bloomington officials continue storm cleanup
Monday’s storm knocked many trees down in the Bloomington-Normal area. (WJBC File Photo) By Andy DahnBLOOMINGTON – Bloomington Public Works Director Jim Karch said while city crews we...
Dec 29, 2015
Generators, cleanup supplies hot items at Bloomington-Normal stores
Several local stores have sold out of generators and other equipment following Monday’s power outages and storm damage. (Photo by David Amsler/flickr)By Eric StockBLOOMINGTON – Local store...
Dec 29, 2015
Red Cross hosts 17th annual Give the Gift of Life blood drive
(WJBC file photo)By Joe RagusaBLOOMINGTON – Blood donations decline this time of year and that’s why the Red Cross is hosting its 17th annual Give the Gift of Life holiday blood drive Tues...
Dec 29, 2015
