Category Archives: WJBC's Top Stories
2 new coronavirus cases in McLean County; 1 more recovered
Updated COVID numbers as of Thursday in McLean County. (Graphic courtesy McLean County Health Department) By Neil DoyleBLOOMINGTON – McLean County has added two more cases of coronavirus, b...
Jun 18, 2020
Man identified in fatal car crash near Colfax
This incident remains under investigation by the coroner’s office and McLean County Sheriff’s Office. (WJBC file photo) By Neil DoyleCOLFAX – McLean County Coroner Kathy Yoder h...
Jun 18, 2020
McLean County Fair canceled due to coronavirus
Last year, more than 28,000 people attended the McLean County Fair during its five-day run. (WJBC file photo) By Neil DoyleBLOOMINGTON – The McLean County Fair Board on Thursday announced t...
Jun 18, 2020
Governor announces $900 million grant package to help businesses impacted by COVID-19
Gov. JB Pritzker. (Dave Dahl/WJBC) By Dave DahlSPRINGFIELD – Now the spotlight is on businesses owned by people of color.Gov. JB Pritzker Wednesday announced a more than $900 million grant ...
Jun 18, 2020
Bloomington man has second brush with freedom after posting hefty bail
Donald Whalen’s next court appearance is scheduled for July 20. (Photo Illinois Department of Corrections) By HOI ABCBLOOMINGTON – A Bloomington man found guilty of killing his father...
Jun 18, 2020
Police, coroner investigate male body found in Tazewell County
Authorities are still investigating this incident. (WJBC file photo) By HOI ABCWASHINGTON – The Tazewell County Coroner and Illinois State Police Crime Lab are investigating the discovery o...
Jun 17, 2020
1 new coronavirus case in McLean County; 2 more have recovered
There are currently no McLean County residents in the hospital due to COVID-19, according to local health officials. (WJBC file photo) By Neil Doyle BLOOMINGTON – McLean County health off...
Jun 17, 2020 McLean County Health Department. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File)
Group representing cities, towns, and villages of Illinois making its voice heard among BLM protests
Brad Cole, the executive director of the IML. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File) By Dave Dahl SPRINGFIELD – A group representing the cities, towns, and villages of Illinois is making its voice heard .....
Jun 17, 2020
ISU fall 2021 freshmen won’t be required to submit SAT, ACT scores
Students will still have the option to submit an SAT or ACT score, and doing so will not affect their standing negatively. (Facebook/Illinois State) By Neil Doyle NORMAL – Illinois State ...
Jun 17, 2020
Bloomington Hy-Vee to give away more than 5,700 peaches
The Bloomington Hy-Vee located at 1403 N. Veterans Parkway. (Facebook/Hy-Vee Bloomington) By Neil Doyle BLOOMINGTON – The Bloomington Hy-Vee will give away more than 5,700 free peaches to...
Jun 17, 2020
