Category Archives: WJBC's Top Stories
Government panel backs Rivian expansion plans
The factory in Normal currently has an annual production capacity of 150,000 vehicles, according to Rivian. (Photo courtesy: Blake Haas/WJBC) By Heart of Illinois ABC NORMAL – Rivian is a step c...
Nov 04, 2021
Town of Normal starting leaf collection process on Monday
The order of zone collection is determined by how quickly leaves fall which is typically dictated by the age and density of trees in an area. Zones in neighborhoods with older trees are typically comp...
Nov 04, 2021
Unit 5 working on vaccination clinics for children ages 5 through 11
The Illinois Department of Public Health is encouraging parents with questions about the vaccine to contact their pediatrician or family doctor. (WJBC file photo)By Neil DoyleNORMAL – McLean Cou...
Nov 04, 2021
Illinois’ economy took a small step back during October
The Flash index is a weighted average of consumer spending, corporate earnings, and personal income. The higher above 100, the greater the growth. (Photo courtesy University of Illinois)By Dave DahlSP...
Nov 04, 2021
Six Unit 5 employees suing district over COVID-19 vaccine mandate
They are challenging the executive order issued by Governor JB Pritzker back in early September, which required all school staff to get the COVID-19 vaccine or submit to weekly testing. (WJBC file pho...
Nov 04, 2021
Rivian sees share price up to $62 for imminent IPO
Amazon and Ford are among Rivian's biggest investors as the company started producing pickup trucks at its plant in Normal. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File) By Heart of Illinois ABC NORMAL – It will ...
Nov 03, 2021
David Davis Mansion holding ‘Christmas in a barn’ sale to raise funds for the mansion
In other business, the mansion is holding “Christmas at the mansion” on Dec. 11 from 2 p.m. until 7 p.m. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File) By Blake HaasBLOOMINGTON – For the first time, th...
Nov 03, 2021
Oil prices are on the rise, leading to higher prices at the pump
Chris Ruedi is a Financial Advisor with Savant Wealth Management. (Photo courtesy: Savant Wealth Management)By Blake HaasBLOOMINGTON – According to a local financial advisor, oil prices are risi...
Nov 03, 2021
Miller Park Zoo launching new pollinator garden
Miller Park Zoo Superintendent Jay Tetzloff spoke with WJBC’s Scott Miller. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File) By Blake HaasBLOOMINGTON – Miller Park Zoo is launching a new conservation project t...
Nov 03, 2021
Bloomington Election Commission names new executive director
Suzanne Fahnestock will replace Tim Mitchell who left the Bloomington Election Commission in May of 2021. (Facebook/Bloomington Election Commission)By Neil DoyleBLOOMINGTON – The election commis...
Nov 03, 2021
