Category Archives: WJBC's Top Stories
LaHood: Transportation funding bills ‘on the right path’
U.S. Rep. Darin LaHood said he’s hearing his constituents tell him national security is their greatest concern as thousands of Syrians seek to resettle in the U.S. (WJBC file photo) By Eric Stoc...
Nov 24, 2015
Superintendent: Unit 5 on ‘thin ice’ as state budget impasse continues
Unit 5 Superintendent Mark Daniel said the district has 45 days worth of cash in reserves. (WJBC file photo) By Eric Stock NORMAL – Unit 5 superintendent Mark Daniel said if the state goes into ...
Nov 23, 2015
FDA approves heroin antidote
Naloxone hydrochloride or Narcan has been approved by the FDA. (Photo by PunchingJudy/flickr) By John Gregory/Illinois Radio Network WASHINGTON – A potentially life-saving medication for anyone ...
Nov 23, 2015
Amtrak expands service at Normal station for Thanksgiving week
Amtrak is adding routes on Wednesday and Sunday for the Thanksgiving holiday.(Photo by B Corbin/WJBC) By Dave Dahl/Illinois SPRINGFIELD – Over the river and through the woods could mean riding t...
Nov 23, 2015
Normal still deciding best route for Uptown pedestrian railroad crossing
The Uptown 2.0 Master Plan was approved this past week. (Photo by B Corbin/WJBC) By Adam Studzinski NORMAL – The Town of Normal has officially approved the Uptown 2.0 Master Plan, but City Manag...
Nov 23, 2015
Chambers: Be careful while reducing prison population
State’s Attorney Jason Chambers said he appreciates mandatory minimums. (WJBC file photo)By Adam StudzinskiBLOOMINGTON – Illinois should be careful when looking at ways to reduce the priso...
Nov 22, 2015
Local group helps vets with PTSD by giving guide dogs
TADSAW helps veterans with medical conditions like PTSD by pairing them with guide dogs. (Photo courtesy TADSAW)By Joe RagusaBLOOMINGTON – Train a Dog, Save a Warrior, or TADSAW for short, is a ...
Nov 22, 2015
Back by popular demand: Reindeer poop
The Miller Park Zoological Society is selling reindeer gems Christmas tree ornaments. (Photo courtesy Miller Park Zoological Society)By Eric StockBLOOMINGTON – Miller Park Zoo is turning its poo...
Nov 22, 2015
Overuse of antibiotics is causing infections that are difficult to treat
Many illnesses such as the common cold or the flu can be treated with the use of antibiotics. (WJBC file photo) By Terry James You may be used to receiving antibiotics when you’re under the weat...
Nov 21, 2015
Immigrant groups in Illinois begin voter registration drive
Lawrence Benito, executive director of the Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights, speaks to reporters in Chicago. (Photo by John Gregory/IRN) By John Gregory/Illinois Radio Network CHICA...
Nov 21, 2015
