Category Archives: WJBC's Top Stories
House bill would create statewide drug take-back program
A new law that would create a statewide system for safely disposing of unwanted drugs and medications is being considered in Springfield. (Photo courtesy: Flickr)By Illinois Radio NetworkSPRINGFIELD &...
Mar 09, 2020
State Rep. Skillicorn: Changing clocks twice a year “creates health concerns”
State Rep. Allen Skillicorn (R-East Dundee), sponsoring a bill to quit changing clocks twice a year, says it does not necessarily need congressional approval. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File)By Dave DahlSP...
Mar 09, 2020
Bloomington couple details experience while on cruise ship with numerous cases of coronavirus
The ship is expected to dock in Oakland on Monday. (Photo courtesy: HOI/ABC)By Heart of Illinois and Blake HaasCALIFORNIA – As the world continues to monitor the spread of the coronavirus , a Bl...
Mar 09, 2020
AAA: Gas pump savings seen across the country
On the week, gas prices are cheaper across the entire region by as much as 12 cents, according to the AAA Weekly Fuel Gauge. (WJBC file photo) By Neil DoyleBLOOMINGTON – The national gas pr...
Mar 09, 2020
iPads, extra judges expected to reduce Election Day wait time in McLean County
McLean County Clerk Kathy Micheal trained 500 election judges on how to use new iPads for registering and checking voters in. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File)By Heart of Illinois ABCBLOOMINGTON – Ele...
Mar 09, 2020
Sponsors of vaccine mandate proposals at Illinois statehouse face opposition
State Rep. Darren Bailey said he and others throughout the state have concerns about various measures dealing with vaccine mandates. (Photo courtesy: Flickr)By Illinois Radio NetworkSPRINGFIELD –...
Mar 09, 2020
100 People Who Care: Tazewell County citizens organizing to make a difference
Talena Michels (left) and Pekin Mayor Mark Luft. (Photo courtesy HOI ABC) By HOI ABCPEKIN – Pooling resources to help local non profits and other charities made for an eventful night in Taz...
Mar 06, 2020
Pritzker, public health officials address coronavirus
Gov. JB Pritzker (left) and Dr.Ngozi Ezike spoke to reporters Thursday. (Dave Dahl/WJBC) By Dave DahlSPRINGFIELD – For the third time in seven days, the governor and state public health dir...
Mar 05, 2020
US Bank to assume State Farm Bank’s existing accounts
In addition to assuming State Farm Bank's existing deposit and credit card accounts, the two companies are exploring working together to provide State Farm customers with access to vehicle loans and b...
Mar 05, 2020
Former Illinois Congressman Aaron Schock comes out as gay
Ex-congressman Aaron Schock. (WJBC file photo) By Neil DoylePEORIA – Former Central Illinois Congressman Aaron Schock has come out as gay, according to a post on his Instagram account Thurs...
Mar 05, 2020
