Category Archives: WJBC's Top Stories
Special Olympics to begin Summer Games this weekend
The opening ceremony which starts at 8 p.m. Friday at Hancock will culminate with the finish of the annual Illinois Law Enforcement Torch Run where hundreds of officers will enter the stadium and the ...
Jun 07, 2024
Miller Park Zoo celebrating 133 years with birthday bash this Saturday
With admission you can enjoy cake, ice-cream and face painting. Saturday's festivities are from noon to 3 p.m. (WJBC file photo)By WMBD-TVBLOOMINGTON – On Saturday, join the Miller Park Zoo for ...
Jun 07, 2024
Over a hundred libraries across the state receive a total of $2M to expand technology
The grants are for libraries in communities with low tax bases and high poverty rates. (Books to Benefits) By Dave Dahl SPRINGFIELD – More than one hundred libraries in Illinois are in for a tot...
Jun 06, 2024
Rivian introduces the second generation of its flagship vehicles
Pricing for the vehicles starts at about $69,900. (WJBC File Photo)By WMBD-TV and Jake FogalNORMAL – Rivian Automotive introduced the second generation of its R1S SUV and R1T pickup truck on Thu...
Jun 06, 2024
Police investigating shots fired incident in Bloomington Wednesday
If you wish to submit a crime tip and remain anonymous, please contact the Crime & Intelligence Analysis Unit (CIAU) at 309-434-2963 or email CIAU@cityblm.org. You can also text the number 847411 ...
Jun 06, 2024
Winning $552 Million lottery ticket bought in Illinois
One lucky winner won millions of dollars Tuesday night in Illinois. (Photo courtesy; Pixabay)By WMBD BLOOMINGTON – A lucky Illinois lottery player won big Tuesday night.According to a Mega ...
Jun 05, 2024
Heartland Community College unveils Dobski Family Plaza
(L-R) Julie Dobski, Bob Dobski, HCC President Keith Cornille, HCC Foundation Exec Director Chris Downing, Development Director Melissa Fasig. (Photo courtesy Heartland Community College)By WJBC StaffN...
Jun 05, 2024
Seven local individuals honored with Heartland President Medallion Award
The seven individuals were recently honored at Heartland’s campus. (Photo courtesy: Heartland Community College) By Blake Haas NORMAL – Heartland Community College recently recognized seve...
Jun 04, 2024
IDPH declares an end to Illinois’ measles outbreak
According to the Illinois Department of Public Health, no new cases of measles have been reported in the last 42 days. (Photo courtesy WMBD-TV)By WMBD-TVCHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Publ...
Jun 04, 2024
Go Fund Me started for three local boys who are now parentless
Amy Moore with her three boys Anderson (12), Beckett (11) and Crew (7). (Photo courtesy Thomas Burns/gofundme.com)By Neil DoyleNORMAL – Community members have raised over $300,000 for three loca...
Jun 03, 2024
