Category Archives: WJBC's Top Stories
Labor donation helps Salvation Army shelter recover from water heater rupture
The Salvation Army at 611 W. Washington St. in Bloomington is thanking the community for their response to the ruptured water heater, which hampered operations at the Safe Harbor Shelter. (Facebook/Th...
Jul 26, 2018
Trio accused of reckless conduct, child endangerment released on PR bond
(Left to right) Kerigan Wood, Donald Connelly, and Nicholas Bays are accused of child endangerment and reckless conduct.(McLean County Jail) By Patrick Baron BLOOMINGTON – A McLean County judge ...
Jul 26, 2018
Barickman: Illinois residents looking for ‘voice of optimism’ in Gov. race
Illinois State Sen. Jason Barickman said when it comes down to the Gov. race, Illinois residents are just looking for the ‘voice of optimism.’By Blake HaasBLOOMINGTON – One Illinois ...
Jul 26, 2018
Vintage vehicles, motorcycles destroyed in overnight garage fire
Normal Fire Department responded to a two-garage fire around 3:30 a.m. Thursday morning.By Blake HaasNORMAL – Overnight fire ruined a detached garage full of vintage vehicles, motorcycles, and a...
Jul 26, 2018
Bloomington council candidate sees signs of disrepair, calls for closer ties with Normal
McLean county Board member Josh Barnett has decided to run for the Ward 8 seat on the Bloomington City Council. (Photo courtesy of Josh Barnett campaign) By Howard Packowitz BLOOMINGTON –...
Jul 24, 2018
Salvation Army water heater bursts, estimated $20,000 in repairs
After a water heater burst leading to pipelines in appliances, the Salvation Army is asking for the public’s help after an estimated $20,000 in repairs. (WJBC File Photo) By Blake Haas BLOOMINGT...
Jul 24, 2018
LaHood: Tariffs should be implemented carefully
U.S. Rep. Darin LaHood says current tariffs are hurting farmers. (Facebook/Darin LaHood) By Greg Halbleib WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Rep. Darin LaHood says tariffs have their place, but must be use...
Jul 24, 2018
Analyst: Gasoline prices lowest in 75 days
On average, gas stations are least busy on Sundays. (Pixabay/IADE-Michoko) By Blake Haas BLOOMINGTON – Drivers at the pump have seen the lowest prices in 75 days, but a head of petroleum analysi...
Jul 24, 2018
IDOT to start Veterans Parkway roadwork next Monday
Veterans Parkway resurfacing from Washington to Clearwater starts next Monday, July 30 at 9 p.m. (WJBC File Photo) By Howard Packowitz BLOOMINGTON – The tens of thousands of motorists who...
Jul 24, 2018 (Photo courtesy: File)
Aldermen approve $610,000 arena elevator for patrons with disabilities
Bloomington aldermen voted 5-3 Monday night to spend about $610,000 for an elevator to comply with Americans with Disabilities Act requirements. (Grossinger Motors Arena photo) By Howard Packow...
Jul 24, 2018
