Category Archives: WJBC's Top Stories
Bloomington Schnucks recalls fresh ground beef
Currently, there have been no reported illnesses or injuries, and this is an isolated incident that does not affect any other Schnucks stores. (WJBC file photo) By Neil DoyleBLOOMINGTON – S...
Jul 24, 2020
Twin-Cities jobless rate up almost 7%; Increase in all 14 metro areas
The statewide unemployment rate for June was 14.6%, a record high for the month, dating back to 1976. (WJBC file photo) By Neil DoyleBLOOMINGTON – The unemployment rate in Bloomington-Norma...
Jul 23, 2020
18 new cases of COVID-19 in McLean County
McLean County’s overall positivity rate is 2.1% while the rolling seven-day positivity rate is 2.5%. (Graphic courtesy McLean County Health Department) By Neil Doyle BLOOMINGTON – T...
Jul 23, 2020
Unit 5 Superintendent explains reopening plan
Unit 5 Superintendent Dr. Kristen Weikle. (Photo Unit 5) By Neil Doyle NORMAL – The new superintendent of Unit 5 explained how plans were made for the upcoming semester amid the coronavir...
Jul 23, 2020
Redbirds Rising campaign raises $180.9 million
The university’s president Larry Dietz said he is confident the level of investment from individuals and corporations has enhanced ISU’s position as a leader in higher education. (Facebook...
Jul 22, 2020
State officials announce 1,598 new cases of COVID-19, one-day high in July
Gov. JB Pritzker. (WJBC file photo) By Dave Dahl SPRINGFIELD – Even though Illinois’ coronavirus numbers are a fraction of those in Arizona, Florida, and Texas, Gov. Pritzker says a...
Jul 22, 2020
McLean County adds 9 new cases of COVID-19; Bloomington testing site stays busy
COVID-19 testing will be available to rural parts of the county starting Thursday at the Colfax Village office. (WJBC file photo) By Neil Doyle BLOOMINGTON – McLean County health official...
Jul 22, 2020 McLean County Health Department. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File)
Quick action leads to a contained garage fire in Normal
A damage estimate is not available at this time. (Photo courtesy: Normal Fire Department) By Blake Haas NORMAL – Thanks to firefighters’ quick action and a closed door, an early morning fi...
Jul 22, 2020
Brady: Mask debate will continue but think about others
State Rep. Dan Brady (R-Bloomington) spoke Wednesday with WJBC’s Scott Miller and Katherine Murphy. (Twitter/BlueRoomStream) By Neil Doyle BLOOMINGTON – The topic of face masks was ...
Jul 22, 2020
McLean County Board drops plans for in-person committee meetings, COVID worries cited
The resolution allows the board to meet in-person for executive sessions, but no action can be taken during those closed-door meetings. (Photo courtesy: HOI/ABC) By Heart of Illinois ABC BLOOMINGTON &...
Jul 22, 2020
