Category Archives: WJBC's Top Stories
ISU ‘Kognito’ program spreads mental health awareness virtually
Illinois State University has once again launched their ‘Kognito’ avatar based simulation program. (Photo courtesy: HOI/ABC) By Heart of Illinois ABC BLOOMINGTON – In the COVID-19 er...
Sep 28, 2020
Guardians of the Children gather to raise awareness
Tragically, the group said five children die every day as a result of abuse or neglect. (Photo courtesy: HOI/ABC) By Heart of Illinois ABC BLOOMINGTON – Making a difference one child at a time. ...
Sep 28, 2020
McLean County Republicans cheer on first responders
The McLean County Republicans hosted the event, with Representative Rodney Davis throwing out the first pitch. (Photo courtesy: HOI/ABC) By Heart of Illinois BLOOMINGTON – McLean County gathered...
Sep 28, 2020
MCHD reports 15 new COVID cases; 60 more recovered
There have been 3,290 cases of COVID-19 in McLean County. (Graphic courtesy McLean County Health Department) By Neil Doyle BLOOMINGTON – Local health officials Monday announced 15 new cas...
Sep 28, 2020
State officials discuss education at joint hearing
Another major part of this hearing was the age for compulsory education. (WJBC file photo) By Dave Dahl SPRINGFIELD – Sometimes, the things you hear just blow you away.That was the case a...
Sep 25, 2020
Bloomington man charged with choking girlfriend, threatening her with knife
Authorities said the victim was treated for minor injuries at a local hospital. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File)By Heart of Illinois ABCBLOOMINGTON – Serious domestic violence cases have been on the ...
Sep 25, 2020
19 new COVID cases in McLean County
The updated COVID numbers as of Friday in McLean County. (Graphic courtesy McLean County Health Department) By Neil DoyleBLOOMINGTON – McLean County health officials Friday announced 19 new...
Sep 25, 2020
Special Illinois House committee meets Tuesday
Special Investigating Committee chairman State Rep. Chris Welch (D-Hillside). (Dave Dahl/WJBC) By Dave DahlSPRINGFIELD – We are getting an idea of what to expect at the next hearing of that...
Sep 24, 2020
Illinois Senate Rep. calls for bills that would prohibit lawmakers from lobbying other units of government
House Speaker Mike Madigan (D-Chicago). (Photo courtesy: WikiMedia/Illinoislawmakers)By Dave DahlSPRINGFIELD – Only in Springfield?Illinois Senate Republicans Thursday brought out some bills whi...
Sep 24, 2020
Early voting underway in McLean County
For those who requested a mail-in ballot, they were sent out Thursday, according to McLean County Clerk Kathy Michael. (WJBC file photo) By Neil DoyleBLOOMINGTON – Early in-person voting fo...
Sep 24, 2020
