Category Archives: WJBC's Top Stories
Illinois Wesleyan University adds women’s wrestling, men’s team returns to competition
The new men's and women's squads will compete at IWU's Shirk Center, and the university said it is immediately conducting a national search for a full-time head coach. (WJBC file photo)By 25 NewsBLOOM...
Nov 23, 2022
Illinois State University farm plans for future after fire
The aftermath of last Friday morning fire at Illinois State’s farm. (Facebook/Lexington IL Fire Department)By 25 NewsMCLEAN COUNTY – Illinois State University is thanking its agriculture c...
Nov 22, 2022
Corn harvesting nearly complete in Illinois
Corn harvested for grain reached 97 percent, compared to the 5-year average of 95 percent. (WJBC file photo) By USDASPRINGFIELD – There were 5.8 days suitable for field work during the week endi...
Nov 22, 2022
New flag pole coming to the Old State Capitol
A helicopter delivered the new flag pole on Monday morning. (Photo courtesy: Dave Dahl/WJBC) By Dave Dahl SPRINGFIELD – It took just a few minutes, but – for those who were watching –...
Nov 21, 2022
U of I professor: The pandemic hit people aged 35-44 harder in its second year
Sheldon Jacobson, a computer science professor at the University of Illinois spoke with WJBC. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File) By Dave Dahl SPRINGFIELD – The pandemic hit people aged 35-44 harder in ...
Nov 18, 2022
New Logan County wind farm draws threat of lawsuit
Petersen says the wind turbines are as tall as the St. Louis Arch and would pose a safety threat in winter months. (Photo courtesy: 25 News) By 25 News LOGAN COUNTY – The Logan County board has ...
Nov 18, 2022
Early morning fire at ISU farm in Lexington
No injuries were reported and the cause of the fire is still under investigation. (Facebook/Lexington IL Fire Department)By Neil DoyleLEXINGTON – A fire broke out early Friday morning at the Ill...
Nov 18, 2022
Job growth up last month across the state
Industries with the biggest job gains include trade, transportation and utilities as well as leisure and hospitality. (Facebook/IDES)By IIS RadioSPRINGFIELD – October marked the 17th month in a ...
Nov 18, 2022
Firearm deer season opens across Illinois
This first weekend of firearm deer hunting runs through Sunday. (Photo courtesy Illinois Department of Natural Resources)By IIS RadioSPRINGFIELD – Firearm deer season opens Friday in Illinois.It...
Nov 18, 2022
McLean County man found guilty of child pornography
A jury found Jeffrey Martin guilty on Thursday. (Photo courtesy: 25 News) By 25 News BLOOMINGTON – After a four-day trial, a 57-year-old Normal man has been found guilty of 10 counts of possessi...
Nov 17, 2022
