Category Archives: WJBC's Top Stories
141,000 people filed for unemployment benefits last week in Illinois
Although fewer Illinoisans filed for unemployment last week, the numbers continue to be staggering. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File)By Illinois Radio NetworkSPRINGFIELD – Fewer Illinoisans filed for ...
Apr 16, 2020
DCFS suspends some foster care visits, parents turn to technology to stay connected
Parents of children in foster have turned to technology to stay in touch with their children after DCFS suspended some in-person visits to reduce the spread of COVID-19. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File)By ...
Apr 16, 2020
One person injured after explosion at Bloomington water reclamation plant
Among the agencies at the scene are the Downs, Randolph and Bloomington Township fire departments.(Facebook/Bloomington Township Fire Department) By Neil DoyleBLOOMINGTON – A woman suffered...
Apr 16, 2020
Retail group says patchwork state, local rules causing confusion for Illinoisans
The governor's order lasts through April 30. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File)By Illinois Radio NetworkSPRINGFIELD – The state's retail association wants municipalities across the state to get on the ...
Apr 16, 2020
Public health officials survey COVID-19 cases, track recovery rates
The Illinois Department of Public Health reported 1,222 new coronavirus cases with 74 additional deaths. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File)By Illinois Radio NetworkSPRINGFIELD – Public health officials...
Apr 15, 2020
Officials urge cautious optimism as Illinois’ hospital occupancy rates appear to have leveled in COVID-19 pandemic
Gov. J.B. Pritzker said Tuesday the number of days it takes for the state's number of positive cases to double is increasing, and that's a good thing. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File)By Illinois Radio Netw...
Apr 15, 2020
Domestic argument leads to stabbing of a man near the Twin-Cities
Authorities, including those in McLean County, have noted a recent uptick in domestic violence incidents since Gov. JB Pritzker ordered Illinois residents to stay at home to control the spread of the ...
Apr 15, 2020
Coronavirus cases in Illinois now over 23,000
Gov. JB Pritzker during the daily update on COVID-19. (WJBC file photo) By Dave DahlSPRINGFIELD – When Gov. JB Pritzker held his big news conference Tuesday, he even bragged a little.Corona...
Apr 14, 2020
Health officials report 2 new COVID-19 cases in McLean County
The latest numbers in McLean County. (Graphic courtesy McLean County Health Department) By Neil DoyleBLOOMINGTON – There are now 81 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in McLean County.The McLean C...
Apr 14, 2020
Dietz explains how decisions are made during COVID-19 pandemic
ISU President Larry Dietz. (YouTube/Illinois State University) By Neil DoyleNORMAL – Classes online, virtual commencement ceremonies and most summer activities canceled, just some of the mo...
Apr 14, 2020
