Category Archives: WJBC's Top Stories
Illinois’ two U.S. Senators share their views on the Taliban in Afghanistan
U.S. Senators Dick Durbin and Tammy Duckworth appeared in Peoria and Springfield on the eve of Governor's Day at the Illinois State Fair. (Twitter/Governor JB Pritzker)By Dave DahlSPRINGFIELD – ...
Aug 18, 2021
Normal residents relieved mural stays in Uptown as Trail East project is underway
Following the council’s decision, some neighbors are thrilled to know the artwork will remain in Uptown Circle. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File)By Heart of Illinois ABCNORMAL – A project in Upt...
Aug 17, 2021
ISU AD: “Fans will be allowed in the stands”
Illinois State Athletic Director Kyle Brennan spoke with WJBC’s Scott Miller. (Photo courtesy: Susan Saunders/WJBC)By Blake HaasNORMAL – Things will look a little more normal at Illinois S...
Aug 17, 2021
New bill makes penicillin official state microbe
The canteloupe, displayed by State Sen. Dave Koehler (D-Peoria). (Photo courtesy: Dave Dahl/WJBC)By Dave DahlSPRINGFIELD – A moldy cantaloupe made an appearance at a bill-signing Tuesday in Spri...
Aug 17, 2021
BPD asking for help in solving a fraudulent case
Police are asking for the public’s help in solving the case. (Photo courtesy: Flickr)By Blake HaasBLOOMINGTON – Bloomington Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a s...
Aug 17, 2021
Illinois corn and soybean production right around the five year average
Soybeans setting pods reached 80 percent, even with the 5-year average. (WJBC file photo) From USDA SPRINGFIELD – There were 4.6 days suitable for field work during the week ending August 15, 20...
Aug 17, 2021
The Castle Theatre requiring all guests to show proof of vaccination or negative COVID-19 test
Per CDC guidelines, The Castle Theatre is also asking all guests to consider wearing a mask unless actively drinking, regardless of your vaccination status. (Facebook/The Castle Theatre) By Neil Doyle...
Aug 17, 2021
Normal limits alcohol sales at One Normal Plaza, backs Trail East plan to save Uptown mural
Meantime, the council voted 6-1, to approve Bush Construction's downsizing of the Trail East complex on East Beaufort Street, partially funded by tax increment financing dollars. (WJBC file photo) By ...
Aug 17, 2021
Divided Bloomington council narrowly agrees to consider financial aid for flood victims
Bloomington City Council member Mollie Ward. (YouTube) By HOi ABC BLOOMINGTON – A narrow Bloomington City Council majority favors continued discussions about providing near-term financial help t...
Aug 17, 2021
Central Illinois drive-in theater back open after record rainfall
The Harvest Moon Twin drive-in theater is located at 1175 S. Sangamon Ave., in Gibson City. (Photo courtesy: Harvest Moon Twin drive-in theater/Facebook) By Blake Haas GIBSON CITY – A Central Il...
Aug 16, 2021
