Category Archives: WJBC's Top Stories
This week’s crop report is more like a wet weather report
Soybeans harvested reached 68 percent, compared to the 5-year average of 77 percent. (Facebook/Illinois Soybean Association)(USDA) – There were 4.7 days suitable for field work during the week e...
Oct 27, 2021
Illinois House committee approves changes to “health care right of conscience” act
At least one Republican said this is really all about allowing the governor to control more of our lives singlehandedly. (WJBC File Photo)By Dave DahlSPRINGFIELD – A committee Tuesday approved a...
Oct 27, 2021
Small fire at Rivian plant in Normal
Normal Fire Department said there was minimal smoke and employees were allowed to return to the building after a short time. (Scott Miller/WJBC)By Neil DoyleNORMAL – A small fire broke out Tuesd...
Oct 27, 2021
Scams on the rise; local IT company providing tips to prevent hackers from stealing information
Integrity Technology Solutions in Bloomington provides a variety of small and medium businesses. (Photo courtesy: Pixabay)By Blake HaasBLOOMINGTON – October is national cybersecurity month, and ...
Oct 26, 2021
Sen. Durbin has a close call with gunfire; says violence is “friggin’ out of control”
U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin. (Photo courtesy YouTube)By Blake HaasCHICAGO – During a recent trip to Chicago, Illinois’ Senior Senator Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) had a close call with gunfire on Lakesh...
Oct 26, 2021
Mayor breaks tie as council confirms Urban to fill Ward 6 Bloomington council seat
The council appointed De Urban to represent Ward 6, which covers downtown Bloomington and the city’s west side. (YouTube/City of Bloomington)By HOI ABCBLOOMINGTON – It took the mayor to br...
Oct 26, 2021
Tailgate N’ Tallboys announce two more headliners for Bloomington music festival
USA concerts announced on Monday country music singer Chase Rice would perform at the Interstate Center next year. (Photo courtesy: USA Concerts) By Blake HaasBLOOMINGTON – Tailgate N’ Tal...
Oct 25, 2021
MCHD reports two additional COVID-related deaths; 95 new cases since Friday
McLean County Health officials reported the new cases on Monday. (Photo courtesy: Reditus/Facebook) By Blake HaasBLOOMINGTON – Two more McLean County residents have died from COVID-19 since Frid...
Oct 25, 2021
Severe weather hit parts of central and southern Illinois Sunday
Tornadoes were reported Sunday near Jacksonville and Chester. (Photo McLean County Emergency Management Agency/Facebook)By RFD RadioBLOOMINGTON – An active weather pattern hit parts of central a...
Oct 25, 2021
Illinois gas prices continue to rise
GasBuddy price reports show the cheapest station in Illinois is priced at $3.09 while the most expensive is $3.99. (WJBC file photo) By Neil DoyleBLOOMINGTON – Gas prices in the state continue t...
Oct 25, 2021
