Category Archives: WJBC's Top Stories
Local Dr. says the best way to fight Omicron is to get the vaccine
Dr. John Wieland spoke with WJBC’s Todd WIneburner. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File) By Blake HaasBLOOMINGTON – According to a local health leader, the best way to fight the new COVID-19 varian...
Dec 28, 2021
Inundated with sick patients, OSF HealthCare halts asymptomatic COVID-19 testing
The public can schedule a test online or find other information at OSF HealthCare's website. (Photo courtesy: HOI/ABC) By Heart of Illinois ABC BLOOMINGTON – Signaling the sharp increase in COVI...
Dec 28, 2021
Flight intended for Springfield collides with another plane in Florida
There were no injuries in the incident. (Photo courtesy: anonymous)By Blake HaasPUNTA GORDA, Fla. – A flight intended for Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport in Springfield collided with another pla...
Dec 27, 2021
Fatigued hospital staffers lament latest COVID surge, beg for unvaccinated to get their shots
During the holidays, Kannaday said her staff urges people to consider home testing before gatherings, and consider celebrating in smaller-group settings. (Photo courtesy: Heart of Illinois ABC) By Hea...
Dec 27, 2021
Prices at the pump down over the past week
According to GasBuddy, prices at the pump are down over the past week. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File) By Blake HaasBLOOMINGTON – Gas prices across Illinois continue to fall as the average price per...
Dec 27, 2021
Dan Brady issues statement concerning Satanic display in Illinois State Capitol
A Satanic display at the Illinois Capitol in Springfield. (Photo Courtesy of Dave Dahl).By Jake FogalFollowing the holiday display of a Satanic Temple that is currently in place at the Illinois State ...
Dec 23, 2021
$2 million from the estate of Chicago World War II vet is going to various charities
Illinois Treasurer Mike Frerichs (podium). (Facebook/Treasurer Mike Frerichs)By IIS RadioSPRINGFIELD – Several non-profit groups are getting an early Christmas present on behalf of a Chicago Wor...
Dec 23, 2021
ISP reminds drivers about the state’s ‘Move Over’ law
So far this year, 22 state police squad cars have been hit by Scott's Law violators, injuring 13 troopers. (Facebook/Illinois State Police)By IIS RadioSPRINGFIELD – This is Scott's Law Day in Il...
Dec 23, 2021
State Farm donates $10K to The Baby Fold
State Farm Enterprise Risk Management Vice President Andrea Doss presents a $10,000 check to Aimee Beam, Vice President of The Baby Fold. (Heather Paul/Brand Promotions Specialist at State Farm.)By Ja...
Dec 22, 2021
Miller Park Zoo reopens Katthoefer Animal Building, four big cats have recovered from COVID-19
The Miller Park Zoo is located at 1020 S. Morris Ave. in Bloomington. (WJBC file photo)By Neil DoyleBLOOMINGTON – The Katthoefer Animal Building at the Miller Park Zoo will re-open Wednesday, De...
Dec 22, 2021
