Category Archives: WJBC's Top Stories

Rivian makes an appearance during Blue Origin space launch
Rivian’s electric SUV made a cameo, as the flight passengers rode in the vehicle to the spacecraft. (Facebook/CBS News Radio) By Neil Doyle TEXAS – Billionaire Jeff Bezos and three ...
Syndicated Author Jul 20, 2021

Federal COVID funds suggested to speed up Bloomington’s flood control efforts
The city council discussed the flooding at a committee-of-the-whole meeting Monday night, part of what city leaders pledge will be ongoing discussions in the coming weeks to come up with solutions. (P...
Syndicated Author Jul 20, 2021

State is encouraging colleges to mandate the COVID-19 vaccine
Illinois State University students taking courses on campus who do not provide evidence of receiving the COVID vaccine will be required to participate in the COVID-19 on-campus testing program. (Faceb...
Syndicated Author Jul 20, 2021

Illinois crops are responding to the rain
Corn condition was rated 3 percent very poor, 6 percent poor, 26 percent fair, 47 percent good, and 18 percent excellent. (WJBC file photo) By USDA SPRINGFIELD – There were 2.6 days suitable for...
Syndicated Author Jul 20, 2021

Town Council approves $24 million underpass for Uptown Normal
The only no vote came from Town Council member Stan Nord. He considers the underpass a “luxury” item compared to higher priorities like infrastructure improvements. (Photo courtesy Town of...
Syndicated Author Jul 20, 2021

All aboard: Amtrak returns to full service across Illinois
The new cars are much cleaner, feature better Wi-Fi connection, and have much more ADA-compliant spaces for wheelchairs. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File) By Heart of Illinois ABC NORMAL – Amtrak is b...
Syndicated Author Jul 19, 2021

Midwest Fiber noticing increase in illegal dumping
Each year, the company processes over 125,000 tons of recyclable material. (Photo courtesy: Midwest Fiber/Facebook) By Blake Haas BLOOMINGTON – From Mattresses to electronics, Midwest Fiber Recy...
Syndicated Author Jul 19, 2021

Chicago man behind bars on quarter-million-dollar bond in McLean County
According to court documents, Allen remains behind bars on a $500,000 bond. (Photo courtesy: Flickr)By Blake HaasBLOOMINGTON – A Chicago man remains behind bars in McLean County on a quarter-mil...
Syndicated Author Jul 19, 2021

Governor: No plans at this time to reinstate mask requirements
Gov. JB Pritzker says he’s not looking to implement a mandate as of now. (Twitter/Governor JB Pritzker)By IIS RadioCHICAGO – Gov. JB Pritzker says there are currently no plans to reinstate...
Syndicated Author Jul 19, 2021

Red Cross: Blood shortage continues
You can find an appointment locally by going to RedCrossBlood.org. (Facebook/American Red Cross of Illinois)By Neil DoyleBLOOMINGTON – The American Red Cross continues to experience a severe blo...
Syndicated Author Jul 19, 2021



