Category Archives: WJBC's Top Stories
ISU discussion to highlight microaggressions
Rick Ringer will lead several discussions in the fall, one of which will cover the topic of microaggressions. (WJBC File Photo) By Patrick Baron BLOOMINGTON – While being outwardly offensive tow...
May 06, 2018
Former ISU professor honored by first named professorship
Dr. Eimermannn honored in first named professorship established by a former student. (Photo courtesy Illinois State University Department of Politics and Government) By Crystal Donaldson NORMAL –...
May 06, 2018
Memorial Day ‘Murph’ pays tribute to Rodgers, other fallen soldiers
Matt Summers served previous combat missions with U.S. Army Rangers Joshua Rodgers and Cameron Thomas who was killed in Afghanistan in April 2017. (Photo by Sam Wood/WJBC) By Eric Stock BLOOMIN...
May 06, 2018
Peoria man killed in late-night accident
46-year-old Kendrick Young, Sr. was killed last night after he was struck by a car while crossing the street. (Photo courtesy Flickr/DavidsonScott15) By Patrick Baron PEORIA – A Peoria man was k...
May 06, 2018
Multi-year license plate option proposed
Lawmakers are proposing the option to put a new sticker on your license plate every other year. (Photo Eric Stock/WJBC)By Illinois Radio NetworkSPRINGFIELD – Illinois drivers could soon be able ...
May 05, 2018
OHS recognizes homeowners for preserving historic homes
The Old House Society recognizes a house on North Main Street for its restoration. (photo courtesy oldhousesociety.org)By Crystal DonaldsonBLOOMINGTON – The Old House Society is recognizing home...
May 05, 2018
48in48 to unveil new nonprofit websites
Different teams work to build new websites for 48 local nonprofits by 6 p.m. on Sunday. (Photo by Patrick Baron/WJBC)By Patrick BaronNORMAL – 48 nonprofits in Bloomington-Normal will be receivin...
May 05, 2018
GasBuddy report reveals best, worst days to get gas
On average, gas stations are least busy on Sundays. (Photo courtesy Pixabay/IADE-Michoko)By Crystal DonaldsonILLINOIS – What day of the week do you fill up your tank with gas?A new GasBuddy repo...
May 05, 2018
Chamber of Commerce opens BN ShareSpace
The BN ShareSpace will offer a facility and resources for local entrepreneurs to get their businesses off the ground. (Photo by Patrick Baron/WJBC) By Patrick Baron BLOOMINGTON – The McLean Coun...
May 04, 2018
Local teens win first, third in domestic abuse video challenge
Teens from Hudson’s Green Scouts and Bloomington-Normal Regional Alternative School won two of the state’s top prizes for making creative and educational videos on domestic violence. (Phot...
May 04, 2018
