Category Archives: WJBC's Top Stories

Illinois State Police working with IDPH on an anti-violence campaign called “Pause to Heal”
A new public service announcement aims to educate Illinoisans about how to disarm a relative who may be a danger to others or themselves. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File)By Dave Dahl SPRINGFIELD – Pu...
Syndicated Author Jul 25, 2024

Bat tests positive for rabies, Tazewell County health officials say
Report any bites to animal control, and wash the injury thoroughly before seeking medical attention. (WJBC file photo)By WMBD-TVTAZEWELL COUNTY – The Tazewell County Health Department announced ...
Syndicated Author Jul 25, 2024

YouthBuild getting new open space from Lowe’s grant
YouthBuild students will help with the construction of their new space. (Photo courtesy of Youthbuild of McLean County/Facebook)By WMBD-TVMCLEAN COUNTY – YouthBuild McLean County has some buildi...
Syndicated Author Jul 25, 2024

Man sentenced to 123 years for Bloomington murder
Bloomington police are still looking for a third suspect, James Moon, and anyone with information is encouraged to contact Bloomington police at (309) 820-8888. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File)By WMBD-TVBL...
Syndicated Author Jul 25, 2024

CR-V rollover crash in Tazewell County injures 1
ISP Troop 4 responded to the scene regarding a report of a single-unit rollover crash. (WJBC File Photo)By WMBD-TVTAZEWELL COUNTY – One person was injured as a result of a Wednesday morning sing...
Syndicated Author Jul 25, 2024

Miller Park Zoo to reopen Katthoefer Building
The building has been closed for four years. (Photo courtesy: Miller Park Zoo/Facebook)By WMBD BLOOMINGTON – Miller Park Zoo will soon be reopening the Katthoefer Animal Building to the public a...
Syndicated Author Jul 24, 2024

Nearly 200 people allege decades of ‘systematic’ abuse at youth jail in Chicago
Attorney Todd Mathews speaks to reporters at a news conference announcing a set of lawsuits alleging decades of abuse at a Cook County youth detention facility. He stands in front of survivors of the ...
Syndicated Author Jul 24, 2024

Normal police probe Tuesday night shots fired incident
Authorities said no injuries were reported and the incident is still under investigation. (WJBC file photo)By Neil DoyleNORMAL – Police are investigating a shots fired incident that happened Tue...
Syndicated Author Jul 24, 2024

Bloomington Library celebrating renovation, expansion project at ribbon-cutting in August
The ceremony will double as a party to culminate this year's Summer Reading Program, which is slated to happen from 10 a.m. to noon on Aug. 3. (WJBC File Photo)By WMBD-TVBLOOMINGTON – Bloomingto...
Syndicated Author Jul 22, 2024

Hazardous waste collection coming to Central Illinois in September
Latex paint, explosives, propane tanks, fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, agricultural chemicals, and business wastes will not be accepted. (Photo Courtesy of Illinois Environmental Protection Agen...
Syndicated Author Jul 22, 2024