Category Archives: WJBC's Top Stories

Illinois public school superintendents have a new voice
Former LeRoy superintendent Gary Tipsord is the new executive director of the Illinois Association of Regional School Superintendents. (Photo courtesy IARSS)By Dave DahlSPRINGFIELD – Public scho...
Syndicated Author Dec 22, 2023

Bloomington man sentenced for attempted enticement of child
Bosaw was convicted in August 2023. For the enticement of a minor, he faced a minimum of 10 years and possibly up to life imprisonment. (Flickr)By WMBD-TVBLOOMINGTON – A Bloomington man was sent...
Syndicated Author Dec 22, 2023

Connect Transit announces Christmas hours
The service will be shutting down early on Sunday and will be closed Monday, Christmas Day. (WJBC File Photo)By WMBD-TVNORMAL – Connect Transit, serving the Bloomington-Normal area, has announce...
Syndicated Author Dec 21, 2023

Farmer City police looking for missing teen
16-year-old Raheem Crowder was last seen near Green and Thomas Streets at approximately 7:40 p.m. on Monday. (WMBD-TV)By WMBD-TVFARMER CITY – The Farmer City Police Department asked the public f...
Syndicated Author Dec 21, 2023

Natural playground at Colene Hoose inviting more wildlife
It was a joint project with volunteers from the John Wesley Powell Audobon Society. (Photo Courtesy of WMBD-TV)By WMBD-TVNORMAL – Colene Hoose Elementary School added another aspect for wildlife...
Syndicated Author Dec 21, 2023

IDPH chief medical officer: Covid hasn’t gone away
State health officials remind the precautions still apply – wash your hands frequently, and consider wearing a mask – when you get to the holiday dinners and parties. (WJBC file photo)By D...
Syndicated Author Dec 20, 2023

Over 20 giant inflatable Santas take over Lexington neighborhood
The neighborhood has drawn people to the area with this creative collaborative effort. (WMBD-TV)By WMBD-TVLEXINGTON - One subdivision in Lexington is taking the words of "Santa Claus is Coming to Town...
Syndicated Author Dec 18, 2023

UPDATE: Tent city residents allowed to stay for now
Officials continue to work on a long-term solution. (Photo courtesy: WJBC/File) By WJBC StaffBLOOMINGTON – Around a dozen residents staying inside tents on Bloomington’s east side can rema...
Syndicated Author Dec 17, 2023

NAACP Illinois State Conference President speaks out after controversial remarks
Watson initially called for Haley to step down on Tuesday but has stepped down himself. (WJBC File Photo)By WMBD-TVBLOOMINGTON – NAACP Illinois State Conference President Teresa Haley is speakin...
Syndicated Author Dec 15, 2023

Governor hosts menorah-lighting ceremony in Springfield
Gov. JB Pritzker spoke with reporters Thursday at the Governor’s Mansion in Springfield. (Dave Dahl/WJBC)By Dave DahlSPRINGFIELD – When it was time to light a menorah Thursday afternoon on...
Syndicated Author Dec 15, 2023