Category Archives: WJBC's Top Stories
First responders take part in “active shooter” training
The heavy police and fire presence outside Springfield High School Monday morning was just for practice in the scenario of an “active shooter.” (WJBC File Photo) By Dave DahlSPRINGFIE...
Oct 08, 2018
Durbin looks to future with Justice Kavanaugh
U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin voted against the nomination of Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court. (Senate Democrats/flickr)By Illinois Radio NetworkWASHINGTON, D.C. – Illinois’ senior U.S. Senat...
Oct 08, 2018
Madigan investigates Rauner’s handling of Quincy vet home deaths
Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan’s office said last week it's investigating whether any laws were violated in Rauner's handling of the Quincy veterans home legionnaires disease deaths, and...
Oct 08, 2018
Registration fees eyed for all Bloomington businesses
Bloomington aldermen will decide Monday night whether to raise fees for a number of city services, including boat dock owners on Lake Bloomington and also require businesses to register with the...
Oct 08, 2018
Veteran political watcher sizes up governor’s debates
The men running for governor are blasting each other, rather than digging into the issues, when they take the debate stage, according to one Springfield expert. (WJBC file photo) By Dave DahlThe ...
Oct 07, 2018
Strong harvest creates headaches for Illinois farmers
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Illinois had an estimated 85 percent of corn mature by Sept. 23 and 75 percent of soybeans ripen by the same date. (Photo by Carrie Muehling/WJBC)By Il...
Oct 06, 2018
USDA says Illinois over issued food stamps, may see significant fines
Illinois has around 1.8 million residents receiving food assistance, or about 14 percent of the population. (Photo Flickr/Clementine Gallot) By Illinois Radio Network/Cole LauterbachIllinois has ...
Oct 06, 2018
Farm bureau: No farm bill by end of year would be ‘nightmare scenario’
Illinois Farm Bureau National Legislative Director Adam Nielsen said the bureau doesn’t have a position on the work requirement for those who use food stamps, and it's frustrating that it's one ...
Oct 06, 2018
County proposing property tax refund from taxpayer-funded nursing home with $40 million reserve
The Valley Hi Nursing Home in McHenry County is actually a taxing district, taking about $40 annually from taxpayers there. Not counting federal money it gets for care, the facility has amassed reserv...
Oct 04, 2018
ICC seeks more information on electric vehicles
The Illinois Commerce Commission has issued a "notice of inquiry" to learn more information about electric vehicles. (Pixaby) By Dave DahlThe Illinois Commerce Commission is trying to learn more ...
Oct 04, 2018
