Category Archives: WJBC's Top Stories
Former Ridgeview High School teacher admits sexually assaulting a student
David Rotchford, 33, of Normal. (Photo courtesy: Heart of Illinois ABC) By Heart of Illinois ABC NORMAL – A former teacher at Ridgeview High School in Colfax has pleaded guilty to sexually assau...
Apr 06, 2021
Election Day – April 6, 2021
(Photo courtesy: WJBC/File) By Katherine Murphy BLOOMINGTON– It’s election day in McLean County with races for mayor, councils and school boards being decided. Polls opened at 6 am ...
Apr 06, 2021
McLean County receiving IDOT grants to assist with truck route improvements
More than $7 million in grants were distributed by IDOT to assist with the truck route projects throughout the state. (WJBC file photo) By HOI ABC SPRINGFIELD – The Illinois Department of...
Apr 05, 2021
Congressman Davis introducing “Keep College Students Learning Act”
Central Illinois Congressman Rodney Davis. (Photo courtesy: Rodney Davis/File) By Blake Haas BLOOMINGTON – Central Illinois Congressman Rodney Davis is introducing a bill that would provide fina...
Apr 05, 2021
ISU’s Board of Trustees discuss a potential increase in costs for students
A 1% increase in costs would generate an estimated additional $2 million. (Photo courtesy: Heart of Illinois ABC)By Heart of Illinois ABCNORMAL – Illinois State University’s Board of Trust...
Apr 05, 2021
Woman hospitalized after Thursday car vs. train crash near Bloomington
The sheriff says the railroad crossing did not have stop arms or lights. (Photo courtesy: Heart of Illinois ABC)By Heart of Illinois ABCBLOOMINGTON – A 19-year-old woman had “serious injur...
Apr 02, 2021
MCHD reports 2 COVID-related deaths; 78 new cases of coronavirus
The health department has reported 432 new cases over the last week. (Graphic courtesy McLean County Health Department) By Neil DoyleBLOOMINGTON – The McLean County Health Department on Fri...
Apr 02, 2021
Local health officials urge caution for the holiday weekend
MCHD Administrator Jessica McKnight says many people are still not vaccinated, so if you decide to gather the best way to do so is outdoors, maintain social distancing, and wear a mask. (WJBC file pho...
Apr 02, 2021
Outdoor dining begins in Uptown Normal
More than 18 Uptown Normal dining establishments can take advantage of outdoor seating options beginning April 1. (Town of Normal/Facebook) By Neil DoyleNORMAL – With the weather getting wa...
Apr 01, 2021
BPD: 2 in custody for October 2020 homicide; 1 suspect at large
A third suspect, 22-year-old James Moon of Bloomington, is still at large. Authorities say Moon is wanted for several charges including murder, mob action and aggravated battery. (WJBC file photo)&nbs...
Apr 01, 2021
